Thomas Halbert (8 July 1806 – 12 April 1865) was a New Zealand whaler, trader and founding father.
Thomas was the son of William Halbert (1766-1815) and Sarah 1771-1814.
William and Sarah Halbert had at least 11 children: Little is known about Thomas before his emigration to New Zealand.
His wives included: His children were: 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.