Photo: RNZ / Teresa CowieThe Deputy Chief Executive of the Social Investment Agency has resigned while under investigation in relation to allegations of bullying and harassment. Her departure comes after former SIA chief executive Andrew Coster quit in December following a scathing Independent Police Conduct Authority report. Within days of Coster's resignation, RNZ was contacted with allegations that Reiri was under investigation in relation to complaints of bullying and harassment. "Employment matters within government agencies are for agency chief executives and, if warranted, the Public Service Commission to manage." "Her career has been dedicated to improving outcomes for New Zealanders through data-driven decision making and social investment approaches."

Source: Otago Daily Times March 16, 2026 03:43 UTC