Navy dispels concerns HMNZS Manawanui is leaking oil
The Navy says the Manawanui was resting 30 metres underwater on a reef.
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Crew abandoned stricken ship in darkness, rescued from lifeboats in heavy seas
All 75 aboard the ship have been accounted for.
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