
Greg Gemmell
Greg Gemmell is the skipper of Coastguard Houhora, known for his leadership during maritime emergencies. Recently, he played a crucial role in rescuing a solo sailor stranded in rough seas off Northland, showcasing the effectiveness of the Coastguard's smaller vessel capabilities in challenging conditions.
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Coastguard Houhora skipper Greg Gemmell said the unit’s newer small-vessel capability proved crucial in the conditions.
Solo transtasman sailor rescued after night in rough seas off NorthlandThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-06-01



