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.
We're recruiting - Vocational Coordinator
Position to help strengthen the pipeline of West Coast students coming into the vocational education system.
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Old West Coast school converted into luxury apartments
The old school in Reefton has been converted into fully furnished luxury apartments to help address the accommodation shortage.
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West Coast premium wild game pies
Emily Lucas opened the doors of a new bakery in Westport last month. Through her business the West Coast Pie Company she aims to change consumer thinking about wild game meat.
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Local business gives back to their backyard
Tash and Cliff Goodwin from Glacier Valley Eco Tours are passionate about their backyard. With the borders closed due to Covid-19, they have quietly been working together with other businesses and organisations to maintain and enhance their local environment.
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Homebuilders finds a home with support from DWC
Homebuilders West Coast Trust has settled into a new home after its former building was flooded in July last year.
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We're recruiting - Maori Business Capability Advisor
DWC is seeking a Maori Business Capability Advisor to join the team.
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West Coast Perceptions Workshops: Hokitika
Understanding how New Zealanders see our region and opportunities for growth.
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West Coast Perceptions Workshops: Greymouth
Understanding how New Zealanders see our region and opportunities for growth.
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Getting going with Wikipedia editing - Dr Mike Dickison
DWC is teaming up with Dr Mike Dickison for the West Coast Wikipedian at Large project. Join this online workshop to learn how to contribute to the project by editing and writing Wikipedia articles.
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ONLINE: Payroll Foundation Skills (Level1) 7 July
This entry level payroll course covers off the basic payroll process steps and payroll activities that are present in any payroll application.
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West Coast Perceptions Workshops: Westport
Understanding how New Zealanders see our region and opportunities for growth.
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ONLINE: Payroll Calculations (Level 5)
This course will allow participants to understand the essential calculations to cover a range of employee payment situations.
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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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