And RNZ sources say concerns had been raised about potential leakage from the ship's engine before it departed New Zealand.

New Zealand’s defense minister issued stinging rebukes of what she said were “vile” and “misogynistic” online remarks by “armchair admirals” about the woman captain of a navy ship that ran aground, ...

New Zealand's defense minister issued stinging rebukes of what she said were “vile” and “misogynistic” online remarks by ...

New Zealand's Defense Minister has rebukes claims that the appointment of a female captain to commandeer a $61 million navy ship ultimately led to its sinking.

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New Zealand’s defence minister Judith Collins hit out at ‘vile’ claims on social media after the ship sank on Sunday.

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New Zealand Defence Minister Judith Collins says sinking of HMNZS Manawanui has nothing to do with captain’s gender.

Manawanui, a specialist dive and hydrographic vessel, ran aground near the southern coast of Upolu as it was conducting a reef survey.