Professor and Acting Dean of the Faculty of Education at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington, with over 36 years of experience in higher education. A recognized expert in Early Childhood Education policy and pedagogy, specializing in provision for under-three-year-olds. Holds a PhD in Education from Victoria University of Wellington. Additionally serves as the Honorary Consul for Malta in New Zealand and Dean of the Wellington Consular Corps, demonstrating significant leadership and international liaison roles.