Business support
Development West Coast (DWC) is here to help you build capabilities, gain knowledge, connect with the right people and grow your business.
Be inspired
Stories of people who have set up innovative businesses on the West Coast.
DWC facilitates a range of networking events, training, and workshops in conjunction with key partners to provide relevant topics that West Coast business will find useful.
Chinese New Year IBO Dinner
Taylor Tian will host Auckland based Chinese IBO's on behalf of Development West Coast and West Coast operators to celebrate the Chinese New Year season.
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Greymouth Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 12 February
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Greymouth on 12 February .
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Hokitika Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 12 February
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Hokitika on 12 February.
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Westport Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 19 February
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Westport on 19 February.
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South Westland Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 26 & 27 February
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in South Westland on 26 & 27 February.
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Reefton Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 5 March
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Reefton on 5 March.
Learn moreCommercial Finance & Lending
DWC is able to provide a range of commercial financing options for West Coast businesses, including commercial lending and equity investment.
News
Westland High School International Student Programme visits South Westland
Development West Coast (DWC) recently facilitated a three day environmental education experience for students of Westland High School’s international student programme.
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Mining information session sparks interest in West Coast opportunities
Development West Coast (DWC), the Ministry of Social Development (MSD), Mayors Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ), and Buller High School recently collaborated to host a Mining Information Session.
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Coast gains jobs and visitors
The West Coast economy remains in the thick of it, with tough operating conditions according to Infometrics’ latest economic update.
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40-Gram gold nugget found on the West Coast
Father and son duo recently unearthed a 40-gram gold nugget while prospecting on the West Coast.
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West Coast wows international travel agents
The West Coast recently hosted a mega familiarisation tour (famil), giving international travel agents hands-on experience to help them better promote the region to clients around the world.
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Ōkārito Plant Project celebrates one year
The Ōkārito Native Plants Trust Board marked a milestone this week, holding its first Annual General Meeting (AGM) and celebrating the successful first year of the Ōkārito Plant Project.
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