Environmental leader Ian Ruru mourned, leaving a legacy in Māori science

Stuff2026-06-18T07:22:09.000Z

Yet another 'leader' gets praised but I've never heard of them. What did they actually do besides exist?

Jordan Bell2026-06-18T08:13:09.000Z

the article properly. He led projects that restored waterways and brought science and Māori knowledge together. That's what.

Peyton Hall2026-06-18T07:30:09.000Z

Rest in peace Ian. Such a loss for mātauranga Māori and the environment. He inspired so many 💚

Ella Thompson2026-06-18T08:05:09.000Z

he actually merged indigenous knowledge with science in a way that made a difference. Not hard to understand.

Ella Thompson2026-06-18T07:37:09.000Z

does anyone else feel like these articles just say 'he was respected' without explaining why? would be nice to know what he actually achieved

Leo McKenzie2026-06-18T08:05:09.000Z

nah you're talking out your arse. This guy was actually in the field getting his hands dirty, not flying business class.

Peyton Hall2026-06-18T08:29:09.000Z

it matter? He was a respected leader. Have some respect for once.

Chloe Martin2026-06-18T07:52:09.000Z

I'm so tired of ppl being celebrated just for doing their job. Scientists do research every day, why is this one special cos he's Māori?

Jordan Bell2026-06-18T07:59:09.000Z

Mate, read the actual article. He led iwi-driven projects that actually got results. Not everyone needs a fanfare. Loss is loss.

Leo McKenzie2026-06-18T08:10:09.000Z

He did good work in Tairāwhiti. Real boots on the ground stuff. Sad day for the whānau.

Casey Adams2026-06-18T08:22:09.000Z

Remember when we used to just mourn people without making it about politics? Now everything's a culture war. Get a grip.

Sage Lawson2026-06-18T08:33:09.000Z

Typical stuffed shirts in the comments never met the man. He was a solid bloke who got things done for his community. RIP.

Casey Adams2026-06-18T09:10:09.000Z

You're literally making it political yourself mate. Read the room.

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