WOMEN COMMANDING THE NAVY

Women are in command of four of the Navy’s fleet units.

From left, Lieutenant Samara Mankelow is holding HMNZS TAUPO’s symbol of command, a hoe (a multipurpose instrument that can be used as a paddle or a weapon).

Commander Yvonne Gray is holding HMNZS MANAWANUI’s symbol of command, a toki poutangata (ceremonial adze) named Te Toa Manawanui o Tangaroa. Commander Bronwyn Heslop is holding HMNZS CANTERBURY’s symbol of command, a greenstone mere (a shorthand club).

Commander Fiona Jameson is holding HMNZS TE KAHA’s symbol of command, a wahaika (club) named Hine Tai Rongo Matau (more on page 16).

Also in command on shore are Commanders Julie Simpkins, Commanding Officer Devonport Naval Base and Kerry Tutty, Commanding Officer Leadership Development Group.