West Coast surges to second place in regional economic scoreboard
The West Coast has achieved its highest ranking in four years on ASB’s Regional Economic Scoreboard, surging into second place nationwide off the back of strong growth in construction, retail spending, and primary sector resilience.
Learn moreNorth Islanders flock to the West Coast, new data shows
The West Coast is becoming an increasingly popular destination for North Islanders, with new Census data revealing a growing number of people making the move south.
Learn moreWe're Recruiting - Business Lending Analyst
An opportunity has arisen for a Business Lending Analyst to join the Development West Coast (DWC) finance team.
Learn moreWe're Recruiting - Operations & Events Officer
We are ready to find our next events and administration all-star—could it be you?
Learn moreAustralian Visitors Invited to Experience Winter Differently
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.
Learn moreBig turnout for Coast Employment Expo
About 1200 students from secondary schools throughout the West Coast attended two West Coast Employment Expos held this week in Greymouth and Westport.
Learn moreWest Coast Events Get Funding Boost
Several iconic West Coast events will receive a welcome boost via Development West Coast (DWC) thanks to the Government’s Regional Events Promotion Fund.
Learn moreHelping Coasters stay warm
Around 1,000 homes across the West Coast have been insulated and heated through the Warmer Kiwi Homes programme, thanks to support from Development West Coast (DWC).
Learn moreWest Coast stories shine on national stage
Development West Coast (DWC) has been recognised with three Silver Awards at the 2025 Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) Awards, held in Auckland on Wednesday evening.
Learn moreChinese travel agents explore West Coast
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).
Learn moreMarch 2025 economic update
Economic data highlights importance of diversification and resilience.
Learn moreInternational travel agents get taste of West Coast hospitality
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).
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