To grow business to grow the Coast
Development West Coast (DWC) is the regional economic development agency for the West Coast region. DWC's objectives are to promote employment opportunities and generate sustainable economic benefits for the West Coast. We aim to achieve this by investing in businesses and regional development projects that will benefit the West Coast now and in the future.
Achieving our Objective
Since inception, DWC has been involved in, invested and supported numerous projects and businesses throughout the West Coast in an endeavour to promote employment and generate sustainable economic benefits in the West Coast.
DWC's 2025 Annual Report Released
DWC Annual Report highlights major investment in regional growth.
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Buller Winter Snaps Campaign Captures Community Spirit
Promoting Buller Inc has wrapped up a highly successful Winter Snaps campaign, celebrating the beauty of the Buller in winter through the eyes (and lenses) of its community.
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Westport gets creative in search for a dentist
Development West Coast (DWC) teamed up with Kawatiri Health last week to film a quirky new recruitment video in a bid to attract another full-time dentist to Westport.
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West Coast economy steadying after tough year
The West Coast economy grew 0.6% during the June quarter, according to Infometrics, offering a sign of stabilisation following a challenging year in which overall economic activity eased 0.9%.
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West Coast Tourism Summit gears up for growth
Development West Coast (DWC), in association with industry stakeholders, is set to host the fourth annual Manaakitanga ki te Tai Poutini Hui | West Coast Tourism Summit on Wednesday 3 September at Shantytown in Greymouth.
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Applications now open for DWC Tertiary Scholarships
Development West Coast (DWC) is now accepting applications for its 2025 Tertiary Scholarships.
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West Coast State of the Environment Community Presentation Hokitika
You're invited to West Coast Regional Council’s (WCRC) State of the Environment presentation in Hokitika.
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Auckland IBO Sales Calls - September 2025
Development West Coast will be in Auckland conducting sales calls with inbound tourism operators (IBOs) in September 2025.
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Central South Island Product Showcase - Auckland 2025
Development West Coast is delighted to invite you to participate in the 2025 Central South Island Product Showcase.
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Greymouth Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 10 September
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Greymouth on 10 September.
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South Westland ‘Ted-type’ Talks 2025
Discover the Power of Place: Nature, Community, and Possibility
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Co.Starters Business Development Programme
A ten week course designed to help you find the best approach to starting and growing a business.
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West Coast leadership programme
A series of workshops delivered by NZIML on the core facets of leadership and management.
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West Coast Governance Programme
Governance workshops on the key roles and responsibilities of the board and individual directors.
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