Andrew Coster
Andrew Coster is the chief executive of the Social Investment Agency in New Zealand, focusing on improving social outcomes through data-driven policies. He is involved in discussions regarding the modernization of the public sector alongside other senior officials.
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Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster was mentioned in the context of the allegations against McSkimming.
Jevon McSkimming saga: Emails to ex-Deputy Commissioner demanded ‘$600 for every sexual act’
New Zealand· 2026-02-22
Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has since said he acted in good faith but made the wrong judgements.
Jevon McSkimming documents: Emails, texts show how the Beehive responded to ‘grim’ reportNew Zealand· 2026-02-20
Police Minister Andrew Coster said demands from mental health callouts were preventing police from servicing other needs in the community.
Young nurse left with a permanent injury amid calls to stem violence in mental health wardsNew Zealand· 2026-01-16
Former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster resigned as chief executive of the Social Investment Agency.
Firearms Safety Authority executive director Angela Brazier retires following McSkimming reportNew Zealand· 2026-01-12
Andrew Coster denies knowing of protocol to divert Jevon McSkimming emails.
Andrew Coster denies knowing of protocol to divert Jevon McSkimming emails, Mark Mitchell calls that ‘unfathomable’New Zealand· 2025-12-07
Andrew Coster has resigned.
Sir Brian Roche on Andrew Coster's resignationNew Zealand· 2025-12-04
Andrew Coster is being investigated while being paid $1500 a day as head of the Social Investment Agency.
McSkimming scandal: Andrew Coster on $1500 a day as investigation to wind up in ‘not too distant future’New Zealand· 2025-12-02
Andrew Coster is the former Police Commissioner who was involved in the handling of the allegations against McSkimming.
Jevon McSkimming case: Exclusive interview with Ms Z who alleges former deputy police boss groomed her for sexNew Zealand· 2025-12-01
Andrew Coster was the outgoing Police Commissioner who McSkimming competed with for the top job.
Senior Auckland detective under investigation over alleged objectionable materialNew Zealand· 2025-11-21
Chris de Wattignar sought advice from former Commissioner Andrew Coster.
Cop turned aviation boss Chris de Wattignar quits following scathing IPCA McSkimming reportNew Zealand· 2025-11-21
The process was put in place by former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster’s office.
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers apologises to staff affected by Jevon McSkimming emails protocolNew Zealand· 2025-11-18
Wally Haumaha distances himself from Jevon McSkimming and Andrew Coster after an IPCA report.
Former Deputy Police Commissioner Wally Haumaha distances himself from Jevon McSkimming and Andrew Coster after IPCA reportNew Zealand· 2025-11-17
Andrew Coster oversaw a police culture that has been criticized for lacking professionalism.
Full inquiry into police needed to change ‘old boys club’ culture – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-11-16
Andrew Coster is the former Police Commissioner who was involved in the handling of allegations against McSkimming.
Duncan Garner: Top cops failed themselves - and usNew Zealand· 2025-11-16
Former Commissioner Andrew Coster made decisions that effectively protected McSkimming’s interests.
Analysis: Top 10 New Zealand scandals of the century - and where the McSkimming fiasco and police wrongdoing ranked - David FisherNew Zealand· 2025-11-15
Andrew Coster is described as being 'woke and soft on crime' in the context of his appointment as police commissioner.
Letters: McSkimming scandal has left a trail of distrustNew Zealand· 2025-11-15
Andrew Coster is criticized in the IPCA report for his actions as Police Commissioner.
Is Andrew Coster a bad man or a bad cop? - Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2025-11-15
The report found serious misconduct at the highest levels of police, including former Commissioner Andrew Coster.
Police recruits graduate in Auckland as force faces scrutinyNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Andrew Coster was the former Police Commissioner who promised change in the police force.
Analysis: Leaders turning a blind eye to a powerful predator mate? The call is coming from inside the stationNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Andrew Coster, once an outspoken advocate of progressive policing, is taking leave from his new role as the chief executive of the Social Investment Agency.
Frontline officers say Jevon McSkimming scandal has ‘betrayed the uniform’New Zealand· 2025-11-13With regard to former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster, Gotlieb said he likely felt loyal to McSkimming.
Legal experts say woman prosecuted over Jevon McSkimming case may get payoutNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Andrew Coster was the Police Commissioner who provided reassurances to Chris de Wattignar regarding a case.
Civil Aviation Authority security boss Chris de Wattignar on leave after Independent Police Conduct Authority reportNew Zealand· 2025-11-13Mitchell said he was unaware of them because of a protocol put in place by former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster’s office.
Mark Mitchell says office staffer wouldn’t read through Jevon McSkimming allegation emails as not their jobNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Andrew Coster was the police commissioner at the time of McSkimming's promotion and is mentioned in the context of McSkimming's potential acting role.
Jevon McSkimming to keep lucrative police pension despite disgrace and convictionNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
The IPCA criticised senior police officers, including former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster, for accepting McSkimming’s narrative without further investigation.
Jevon McSkimming case: Police defend decision to prosecute Ms Z over alleged abusive emails to the detective who arrested herNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Andrew Coster is the former Police Commissioner criticized for failures in the investigation process.
How police ‘groupthink’ contributed to Jevon McSkimming scandal – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Former Commissioner Andrew Coster was found to have serious misconduct in a report.
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers pulled over for speedingNew Zealand· 2025-11-13The IPCA criticised senior police officers, including former Police Commissioner Andrew Coster, for accepting McSkimming’s narrative without further investigation.
Jevon McSkimming case: Police apologise for ‘badly letting down’ woman but continue prosecution over alleged abusive emails to detectiveNew Zealand· 2025-11-12Coster is on borrowed time as CEO of the Social Investment Agency after being involved in a police scandal.
Thomas Coughlan: Andrew Coster is on borrowed time as CEO of Social Investment AgencyNew Zealand· 2025-11-12
Coster did not respond to a request for a comment on this matter, other than to say he would not be speaking to media while an employment process is under way between him and the Public Service Commission.
Jevon McSkimming emails: What happened after Mark Mitchell, Christopher Luxon received anonymous allegations?New Zealand· 2025-11-12