Tourism industry

More Australian visitors will experience New Zealand's Central South Island thanks to a combined regional tourism campaign aimed at our neighbours across the ditch.

Several iconic West Coast events will receive a welcome boost via Development West Coast (DWC) thanks to the Government’s Regional Events Promotion Fund.

A group of leading Chinese travel wholesalers recently explored the West Coast as part of a familiarisation (famil) trip organised by Development West Coast (DWC).

More than 40 international travel agents recently toured the West Coast as part of a series of familiarisation (famil) trips organised by Development West Coast (DWC).

The West Coast made a strong impression at TRENZ 2025 – New Zealand’s largest and most influential tourism trade show.

The West Coast was proudly represented in Auckland last week at the first stand-alone TECNZ Trade Show, held over two days at the Viaduct Events Centre.

Missed our first Tourism Operator Quarterly Update of 2025? You can watch the full recording online.

Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) has announced their new campaign, "Everyone Must Go," designed to drive short-term holiday arrivals from Australia this autumn and support the growth of our tourism sector.

While much of New Zealand grapples with sluggish consumer spending and unsettled summer weather, the West Coast has had a bumper start to the summer.

Gold Awaits! – Reefton Distilling Co.’s Moonlight Creek achieves Gold at the World Whiskies Awards 2025 (Rest of World)

The launch of Originair’s new air service connecting Westport and Wellington is a significant step for Buller and the wider West Coast.

Development West Coast (DWC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Aitken as the new Destination and Tourism Manager, commencing 23 September.

Development West Coast is delighted to invite you to participate in the TECNZ Trade Event held in Auckland on 09-10 April 2025.