Kia ora and greetings,  

We’re optimistic for the year ahead, looking forward to connecting with our customers and industry partners and providing our trusted products, services, and technical support to make your life easier.

We’re listening and keen to get your feedback about the content and information you value for GIB^® NewsBites. Tell us more about a specific product, technical challenge or service you want us to explain, highlight or profile and we’ll include it in our next update - you can email us on info@gib.co.nz.

This month includes: 

• Our latest product - GIB^® Bracing Plates
• Meet Winstone Wallboards 2026 Auckland Summer Interns 
• Water-Damaged Plasterboard: Your Helpline Questions Answered 
• When external walls only need structural adequacy
• GIB LiteSet^® Levels Up: Say Hello to the New 150 & 45 Minute Compounds! 

I hope you enjoy the GIB^® NewsBites articles, and look forward to working with you and your teams in 2026!   

Nga Mihi | Best Regards  
Mike Arthur  
General Manager