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.
Finalists for Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards revealed
Brewers, contractors, and adventure tourism operators are among the businesses named as finalists for the 2024 Development West Coast (DWC) Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
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Summit celebrates West Coast tourism
The 2024 Manaakitanga Ki Te Tai Poutini – West Coast Tourism Summit was held at Shantytown, drawing close to 200 attendees from across the region to promote, connect and celebrate West Coast tourism.
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West Coast tourism mission to Australia a hit
Development West Coast recently led a delegation of West Coast tourism operators on a sales mission to Australia. to showcase the region.
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DWC appoints new Destination and Tourism Manager
Development West Coast (DWC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Aitken as the new Destination and Tourism Manager, commencing 23 September.
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DWC 2024 Annual Report Released
Development West Coast (DWC) has released its annual report for the year ended 31 March 2024, highlighting significant achievements and record investment in West Coast enterprises amid economic volatility and political change.
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Mining and tourism sectors drive job growth despite economic challenges
The latest economic report from Infometrics shows the mining and tourism sectors drive job growth on the West Coast despite economic challenges.
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CO.STARTERS - Greymouth and Hokitika 2024
Register your interest for the CO.STARTERS business programme now!
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South Westland Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 18 & 19 September
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in South Westland on 18 & 19 September.
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Hokitika Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 25 September
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Hokitika on 25 September.
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Canterbury & West Coast ITO Showcase - Auckland 2024
Development West Coast is delighted to invite you to participate in the 2024 Canterbury & West Coast Showcase.
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Westport Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 2 October
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Westport on 2 October
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Reefton Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 2 October
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Reefton on 2 October.
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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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