Thomas Halbert


Thomas Halbert was a New Zealand whaler, trader and founding father. He was born in Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, England and baptised on 25 December 1814 in Gateshead, Durham, England.

Early life

Thomas was the son of William Halbert and Sarah 1771-1814. William and Sarah Halbert had at least 11 children:
Little is known about Thomas before his emigration to New Zealand. Upon emigrating to New Zealand he would marry six times. His wives included:

Wives & children

His children were:

With his first wife

Some of descendants include:
Halbert died 12 April 1865 when he was crossing the Taruheru River and became stuck in the mud. He drowned as the tide came back in and was buried at Makaraka Cemetery. A street in Makaraka is named for him.