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Dr Te Tuhi Robust (Ngāpuhi Nui Tonu, Ngāti Porou) has been involved in the education sector for more than 30 years, specialising in Māori education and indigenous studies, and retired as Associate Professor Tai Tokerau at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi in 2019. Dr Robust has had a long involvement in the establishment, audit and review of kaupapa Māori education services from pre-school to tertiary level. Through Ngā Pae o te Māramatanga, the Māori Centre of Research Excellence, he had a vital role in bridging cultural gaps within tertiary institutions to create supportive environments for Māori scholars and students. He collaborated with institutions such as the University of British Columbia to share knowledge and experiences on indigenous education internationally. He has been actively involved in governance and management, contributing as a director, general manager, trustee and chair for 14 private and iwi trusts in Auckland and Northland, covering education, health, land, forestry, papakāinga and community development. As Chairperson of Te Parahirahi Ngāwha Waiariki Trust, he provided leadership for the refurbishment of the Te Waiariki Ngāwha Springs complex, ensuring preservation of this culturally significant site. Dr Robust is currently a research historian for the 28th Māori Battalion Association (A Company) and represents them on the Ngarimu Scholarship Fund Board. Te Tuhi becomes an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit
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