Hygiene firm score historic hat trick

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FLiCK Hygiene executive director Mohammed Zakariah, right, receives the award at the FAOPMA Pest Summit 2026 last week. Picture: SUPPLIED

SOME achievements define a company. Others make history. For FLiCK Hygiene, it was yet another milestone to become the first pest management company in Fiji to win an industry award for the third time.Last week, FLiCK Hygiene, a fully locally owned pest control hygiene service provider, yet again won the AEPMA South Pacific Pest Manager of the Year Award at the FAOPMA Pest Summit 2026 in Auckland, New Zealand – for three consecutive years: 2024, 2025, and 2026.

The Australian Environmental Pest Managers Association (AEPMA) represents professional pest managers across Australia, sets standards for the pest management industry and provides information to consumers on urban pest control.

“We are incredibly proud to celebrate an extraordinary milestone as FLiCK Hygiene becomes the first pest management company in Fiji to win the AEPMA South Pacific Pest Manager of the Year Award for three consecutive years—2024, 2025, and 2026,” FLiCK Hygience said in a statement.

“That’s a remarkable hat-trick of excellence, and one that reflects our unwavering commitment to raising the standard of professional pest management throughout Fiji and the South Pacific.

“This award is far more than a trophy—it is recognition of the passion, professionalism, innovation and dedication that our people bring to work every single day. “It also adds to the long list of ‘firsts’ that FLiCK Hygiene has achieved over the years as we continue to lead the industry and set new benchmarks for excellence.”

Upon receiving the award, the company acknowledged its staff and clients.

“From our technicians working tirelessly in the field, to our supervisors, managers, administration team, and everyone supporting our operations behind the scenes—thank you. Your commitment to quality, safety, customer service, and continuous improvement has made this historic hat-trick possible. We couldn’t be prouder of what we have accomplished together.

“To our valued customers and business partners, thank you for your continued trust and confidence in FLiCK Hygiene. Your support has been instrumental in our journey, and we remain committed to providing the exceptional service and innovative pest management solutions you have come to expect from us.

“As we celebrate this milestone, we also look ahead. We will continue to invest in our people, embrace innovation, and strive for even greater achievements as we work to protect homes, businesses, and communities across Fiji.

“Three consecutive titles. One incredible team. One historic hat-trick. Countless reasons to be proud.”

AEPMA’s Pest Management of the Year Awards is an annual event to promote the professionalism of the pest management industry to the general public and to promote the wider pest management industry.