Yvonne Gray
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Commander Yvonne Gray is a notable officer in the Royal New Zealand Navy, recognized for her leadership during critical operations. She gained attention recently for her role during the incident involving HMNZS Manawanui, where she ordered the evacuation of the crew as the ship began to sink after striking a reef off the coast of Samoa.
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Gray faces two alternate charges relating to the moment the ship approached the hazard.
HMNZS Manawanui sinking: Commander Yvonne Gray, Lieutenant Commander Matthew Gajzago, Lieutenant Thomas Beamish will face court martialThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-03-02
New Zealand· 2026-03-02
Yvonne Gray was defended by Judith Collins over 'misogynist' attacks online.
Big changes to Navy after Manawanui sinking as court martial decision loomsThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-11-03
New Zealand· 2025-11-03
Commander Yvonne Gray gave the order to abandon ship.
Final report into why HMNZS Manawanui hit Samoan reef and sunk is deliveredThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-04-04
New Zealand· 2025-04-04