We're recruiting - Maori Business Capability Advisor
DWC is seeking a Maori Business Capability Advisor to join the team.
Learn moreSupport for Rough and Tumble Lodge
DWC support helps transition the Rough and Tumble Bush Lodge into West Coast ownership and maintain local employment.
Learn moreWest Coast Perceptions Workshop
Understanding how New Zealanders see our region and opportunities for growth.
Learn morePhotos from 2022 Leading Light Awards
Photos and videos from the 2022 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreDWC takes home Gold Award
Development West Coast received a Gold Award for ‘Best use of media relations’ at the 2022 Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) Awards held at the Civic Centre in Auckland on Friday evening.
Learn moreWest Coast businesses celebrated at Awards
Franz Josef-based Waiho Hot Tubs has taken the Supreme Award at the 2022 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards, held at Shantytown on Friday evening.
Learn moreDWC support for Tech Roadshow
Development West Coast has teamed up with Digital Natives Academy, Victory Up, Drive Safe West Coast and Go With Tourism to hold a Tech roadshow for Techweek22.
Learn moreWest Coast leads NZ in GDP growth
The West Coast regional economy grew 5.3% in the March 2022 quarter, leaving annual growth up 9.3% in the 12 months to March 2022, according to data released by Infometrics.
Learn moreBusiness Awards tickets now on sale
Join us at the 2022 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreKaramea Co.Starters Graduate
Business pitches and collaboration marked the recent celebration night in Karamea for the participants of Development West Coast’s Co.Starters programme.
Learn moreVacancy - Chief Financial Officer
Development West Coast is looking for a Chief Financial Officer to join its team.
Learn more278 new jobs on the West Coast over past year
Over the past year there has been 278 new filled jobs on the West Coast, and 81 less Coasters receiving Jobseeker benefits.
Learn moreDWC named finalists at PRINZ Awards
The Public Relations Institute of New Zealand has announced the finalists for the 2022 PRINZ Awards, with Development West Coast in the running for two national awards.
Learn moreWest Coast Renewable Energy Strategy
Work has started on a West Coast Renewable Energy Strategy.
Learn moreTrustee role
Exciting Trustee role with Development West Coast, candidates will have proven governance experience, strong commercial acumen and be an innovative, future-focussed strategic thinker.
Learn moreWest Coast dominates Australian Geographic’s global adventure bucket-list
Two West Coast destinations feature in Australian Geographic’s recently released 2022 bucket-list for global adventures.
Learn more1st West Coast weekend escape winner announced
Georgina Harding from Wellington is the first winner of Development West Coast’s autumn visitor campaign.
Learn moreFeedback sought on draft West Coast Regional Workforce plan
The Tai Poutini West Coast Regional Skills Leadership Group (RSLG) is consulting on a draft plan that identifies and addresses labour supply and skills needs in the region.
Learn moreDWC support for Whataroa farm plan project
DWC is proud to support an exciting new initiative to help Whataroa farmers develop a freshwater farm plan.
Learn moreWest Coast Regional Events Fund
Supporting existing events to continue to operate or supporting new events to form.
Learn moreDWC's annual client satisfaction survey
Results from Development West Coast’s 2022 client feedback survey show a significant rise in satisfaction levels with DWC’s services compared to previous years.
Learn moreCommunity comment - Renee Rooney
Sometimes it can be hard to see the wood for the trees. A feeling I can get at times when I see 500 friendly cows looking at me while waiting patiently in the yard ready for daily milkings!
Learn moreWest Coast Chocolate icons launched
West Coast business owner, Patrick Volk, has harnessed the iconic flavours of the West Coast for a new line of chocolates.
Learn moreTourism Kick-Start Fund available for eligible Westland businesses
South Island tourism regions most impacted by the absence of international tourists are getting support to gear up for the return of visitors with a special “kick-start” fund.
Learn moreGorseBusters 2: Return of the Pricks
Ōkārito GorseBusters are offering a week of free accommodation, food, entertainment and kayaking on the stunning Ōkārito Lagoon. But there’s a catch – you’ll have to help clear gorse!
Learn moreTourism industry thrilled at border reopening plans
Tourism operators can look forward to welcoming international manuhiri, following the announcement that New Zealand’s borders are reopening
Learn moreDWC seeks feedback from local businesses
Development West Coast is undertaking its annual survey to gain a better understanding of how it can improve its services for West Coast businesses.
Learn moreManaging Health and Safety in a crisis
Key learnings from managing the Omicron outbreak within a large business.
Learn moreSelf-isolation removal a positive step
Government announced yesterday the removal of requirements for travellers to self-isolate on arrival to New Zealand.
Learn morePhase 3 of the Omicron response
New Zealand has moved to Phase 3 of the Omicron response.
Learn moreWest Coast economy grows by 8.4%
Despite the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 and flooding in Buller, the West Coast economy grew strongly over the past year.
Learn moreDWC attracts external funding for Pathway Advisors
The West Coast has six new Pathway Advisors to help enable our youth to be better informed and to prepare for their future.
Learn moreNew Omicron support payment scheme
Development West Coast welcomes the announcement from Government of financial support for businesses during the Omicron outbreak.
Learn moreTe Whanaketanga Te Tai Poutini West Coast Economic Development Strategy 2050
A roadmap to guide economic development on the West Coast over the coming decades has been officially launched - Te Whanaketanga Te Tai Poutini West Coast Strategy 2050.
Learn moreHarvey receives his new Ford Ranger
Harvey Sara, the winner of Development West Coast's 'Car up for Jabs' initiative, was lost for words when his brand new Ford Ranger arrived.
Learn moreLeading Light Business Excellence Awards 2022 finalists announced
Nine judges from across New Zealand have narrowed down the finalists for the Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn morePreparing for Omicron
It’s important West Coast businesses are well prepared for Omicron. There may be critical members of staff without whom your business will not be able to operate. Identifying these staff and looking at ways to manage their potential absence will be critical in the coming weeks.
Learn moreTourism gold for two West Coast businesses
Qualmark presents the West Coast Wild Life Centre – Franz Josef and Shantytown Heritage Park - Greymouth with Gold tourism sustainability business awards.
Learn moreSupport for COVID impacted Westland Businesses
75 Westland businesses have accessed over $430,000 in support through MBIE’s Tourism Communities: Support, Recovery and Re-set Plan (SRR) via Development West Coast (DWC).
Learn moreWarmer homes assistance for nearly 100 Buller homes
A partnership between Development West Coast (DWC) and the Community Energy Action charitable trust (CEA) has helped around 100 houses in Buller become warmer and healthier homes since the flooding in July.
Learn moreTourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ) Update: Omicron
TECNZ Update: Omicron - Self Isolating financial support - Traffic light guidance
Learn moreWe're recruiting - Marketing and Campaign Executive
DWC is seeking a Marketing and Campaign Executive to join its Destination Management team.
Learn moreWe're recruiting - Tourism and Events Executive
DWC is seeking a customer-focused, driven and results-orientated person to join its Destination Management team as a Tourism and Events Executive.
Learn moreDevelopment West Coast Tertiary Scholarships awarded
The inaugural Development West Coast Tertiary Scholarships have been awarded to Rachel Morris, Scarlett Hamilton, Clark Fountain, Jack Stead-Wilson and Ella Rae-Wood.
Learn moreSaddle up for summer with cycle trail funding
The West Coast Wilderness Trail to receive support from the government's cycle trail funding.
Learn moreNew freedom camping rules - right vehicle, right place
Tougher freedom camping laws will be introduced to prevent abuse which has placed an unfair burden on small communities and damaged our reputation as a high quality visitor destination.
Learn moreCar up for Jabs
DWC has partnered with Grey Ford in an effort to boost the West Coast’s lagging vaccination rate. Simply have both your vaccinations before 24 December and you’re automatically entered to win a brand new car!
Learn moreGlacier Country COVID impact survey (October 2021)
Development West Coast, with support from the Glacier Country Tourism Group, conducted a survey of Glacier Country businesses to gain a better understanding of the economic and social impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Learn moreNew graduates from West Coast Leadership Programme
The pool of leaders on the West Coast had another boost with the graduation of 17 participants from Development West Coast’s Leadership Programme.
Learn moreGDP grows by 1.7% over the year to September 2021
The West Coast has been one of the hardest hit regions from the recent lockdowns, according to Infometrics’ latest provisional GDP estimates.
Learn moreTwo Westland Dairy Farmers Bring Leadership Training Back to Community
Dairy farmers Anna Hart and Siobhan O’Malley recently completed a six-month leadership and governance course with the help of co-funding facilitated through Development West Coast.
Learn moreCOVID Protection Framework (new traffic light system)
The Government has announced the next stage of the COVID-19 response plan to provide a pathway out of lockdown and give vaccinated New Zealanders more freedom.
Learn moreLittle Rock NZ
CO.STARTERS graduate Tania Reynolds' startup business, Little Rock, is set to showcase big flavors of sweet chilli sauce.
Learn moreWavewise
CO.STARTERS graduate Pana Leontiadu uses West Coast waves as therapy in the social enterprise Wavewise.
Learn moreCo.Starters graduation night in Westport
Business pitches and collaboration marked the recent celebration night in Westport for the participants of Development West Coast’s Co.Starters programme.
Learn moreDWC pledges $3.57 million to Westport flood recovery
Development West Coast (DWC) Trustees have approved in principle a $3.57 million package to support Westport’s flood recovery.
Learn moreWeed Free Tai Poutini project
A Development West Coast led project, through the Kotahitanga ki te Uru partnership, will provide work for up to 21 people.
Learn moreFrom employee to business owner
Support from Development West Coast enables Hokitika man to transition from employee to business owner with six staff.
Learn moreHelping our students and school leavers
Latham Martin has recently started in the role of Vocational Coordinator at Development West Coast for the MSD funded Mahi Tai Poutini: Education to Employment initiative.
Learn moreLeading Light Business Awards postponed
Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards date to be confirmed
Learn moreTourism support for Westland businesses
New business support for tourism operators in five South Island regions (including Westland) can be accessed from this week, with specialist local agencies now appointed to deliver the scheme.
Learn moreDWC Delivery Rebate Scheme
DWC offers rebates of $10 per delivery to help West Coast businesses through Level 3.
Learn moreDWC releases 2021 annual report
Development West Coast has released its annual report for the year ended 31 March 2021. The report highlights a year of extremes - economic disruption from the COVID-19 pandemic and record engagement and support for local businesses.
Learn moreWest Coast Tourism Strategy
Presentation: West Coast Tourism FY 2022 strategy and our activity as we transition through different COVID-19 levels.
Learn moreDomestic Visitor Perception Research August 2021
Domestic Visitor Perception Research August 2021
Learn moreWest Coast Visitor Trend Data - June 2021
Visitor trend data for the West Coast, for the month of June 2021 has now been released.
Learn moreHalt to trans-Tasman bubble
For the months of April, May and June 2021 the West Coast received an increase in electronic card spending from Australian visitors of around $700,000 compared to the same period last year.
Learn moreEntries open for West Coast business awards
Entries are now open for the 7th Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreCommunity Hub established for Buller District
Community Hub established. Various agencies will be available to assist resident affected by flooding.
Learn moreGovernment announces financial aid for flood-hit Coasters
The government has pledged $300,000 to help the sodden Buller district, as 1000 people in Westport are unable to return home.
Learn more'Your Farm' featured by NZ Business Magazine
A new family-owned West Coast business is providing full cream milk direct from the farm, and has more big plans in the pipeline.
Learn moreImmigration NZ Update: Essential Skills Work Visa changes
Information about updated settings to Essential Skills visas in response to COVID-19.
Learn moreTourism support package continues rollout
Tourism Minister Stuart Nash announced details of how tourism operators and communities can access the help announced in May as part of the government’s $200 million Tourism Communities: Support, Recovery and Re-set Plan.
Learn moreVacancy - Vocational Coordinator
Development West Coast is looking for a coordinator to raise the profile and strengthen the pipeline of students coming into the vocational education system.
Learn moreJob vacancies rise by 42% on the West Coast
A report from TradeMe shows job listings on the West Coast have risen by 42 percent over the past year.
Learn moreHannah Fitzgibbon Facilitation
CO.STARTERS graduate Hannah Fitzgibbon delivers quality in-house workshops and coaching on the West Coast, enabling local business owners and their teams to thrive.
Learn moreDWC facilitates economic development workshop
Development West Coast (DWC) is currently facilitating the development of a Tai Poutini West Coast Economic Development Strategy.
Learn moreWest Coast visitor trend data - May 2021
Newly released visitor trend data for the West Coast shows tourism spend for May rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, but the uneven impact of border closures remains.
Learn moreDWC teams up with Hauraki - Call me Tradie
Development West Coast partners with Radio Hauraki to generate awareness around the shortage of tradespeople on the West Coast.
Learn moreCo-chairs appointed to Regional Skills Leadership Group
The Government has appointed Graeme Neylon and Lisa Tumahai as the co-chairs of the West Coast/Tai Poutini Regional Skills Leadership Group (RSLG) for the next three years.
Learn moreWest Coast domestic campaign
In the face of uncertainty around the trans-Tasman bubble Development West Coast has launched a domestic marketing campaign giving Kiwis the chance to win a ‘Hands On’ West Coast adventure.
Learn moreTransforming the Coast one garden at a time
DWC business support services help Greymouth business, Grounded Garden Services, build capabilities and grow.
Learn moreSupport for young entrepreneurs
Support from Development West Coast helps West Coast High School students put their business skills to the test through the Young Enterprise Scheme.
Learn moreCoasters share views on economic development
According to a recent public survey, adding value to the agricultural/food sector is viewed as the most significant opportunity for improving prosperity on the West Coast, while retaining talented people is seen as the most pressing challenge for the region.
Learn moreBusiness awards in November
The Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards will be held this year on Thursday 18 November.
Learn moreDWC welcomes new team members
Development West Coast welcomes Rob Kennedy and Geoff Marks to the team.
Learn moreNew Zealand GDP up 1.6 percent
March quarter figures show a better than expected result for New Zealand, while the West Coast's economic recovery faltered with the loss of international tourists.
Learn moreClean Car Package announced, implications for West Coast
The Government has announced its Clean Car Package with a range of measures aimed at increasing the uptake of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles to help New Zealand meet its 2050 carbon neutral target.
Learn moreNew Zealand Tourism Awards return for 2021
Entries are open for the New Zealand Tourism Awards, returning for 2021 to showcase and celebrate the tourism industry’s individual and business successes.
Learn morePublic input sought for West Coast economic strategy
Development West Coast is facilitating a review of the region’s economic strategy and is seeking public input.
Learn moreVisitor trend data highlights uneven impact of COVID-19 on West Coast
Newly released visitor trend data further highlights the uneven impact COVID-19 border closures are having across the West Coast, with Reefton booming while Franz Josef continues to struggle.
Learn moreDWC famils for business events
Development West Coast hosts groups of buyers showcasing what the West Coast has to offer for business events.
Learn moreBottling plant unviable, focus shifts to community support initiative
Development West Coast and the Grey District Council have politely declined DB-Heineken’s offer to gift their Greymouth-based bottling plant and will instead collaborate on a community support initiative.
Learn moreMarch 2021 quarterly economic update
The latest provisional data from Infometrics shows that the West Coast’s economy declined by 4.4% over the year to March 2021, compared to a national decline of 3%.
Learn moreDWC support distributed to Glacier Country businesses
Development West Coast has begun distributing cashflow support through its $5 million Glacier Country Business Support Fund to businesses impacted by the COVID-19 related border closures in Franz Josef, Fox Glacier and the surrounding settlements.
Learn moreTourism NZ Travel Expo '21
Tourism New Zealand is pleased to invite representatives of the New Zealand tourism industry to participate in Tourism New Zealand Virtual Travel Expo ‘21: Reconnect. Re-educate. Re-sell.
Learn moreDWC celebrates 20 years
2021 marks the twentieth year of operation for Development West Coast (DWC). Looking back, we can reflect with pride on the significant achievements and contributions the Trust has made to the West Coast community, while also reflecting on lessons learned to ensure we can better serve the region going forward.
Learn moreDWC welcomes tourism recovery package
Development West Coast has welcomed Tourism Minister Stuart Nash’s announcement of a $200m tourism recovery package, more than half of which will go to support the five hardest hit South Island regions, including South Westland.
Learn moreNew River Kennels
Co.Starters graduate Paula Kerr and her partner, Murray Malloch, have recently launched a new business in Greymouth, offering quality, safe and secure canine boarding facilities. Their business, New River Kennels, specialises in the behavioral, wellbeing and personal needs of every dog.
Learn moreNew digital platform from TIA
A new way for New Zealand’s tourism industry to connect with the international travel trade, anytime and anywhere, has been announced today at TRENZ Hui 2021.
Learn moreWestland Rates Information for Community Groups, & Property Owners
RATES INFORMATION FOR COMMUNITY GROUPS: 50% Community Remission (application form attached, also remission policy)
Learn moreAustralia Playbook - Checklist & Action Plan
Tourism New Zealand's Australian Marketing Team, have prepared a 'Playbook' for Regional Tourism Organisations and operator partners to digest, inform and better enable Destination New Zealand to show up in Australia with impact.
Learn moreTohu Whenua publishes new West Coast brochure
Tohu Whenua’s new Te Tai Poutini West Coast brochure is now available to order.
Learn moreJobs for Nature funding to get tamariki out into nature
A programme to connect young people with nature aims to build skills and confidence, as well as increase their understanding of, and passion for, the natural environment.
Learn moreHokitika Co.Starters celebration night
Business pitches, product sampling and collaboration marked the recent celebration night in Hokitika for the participants of Development West Coast’s Co.Starters programme.
Learn moreWest Coast wins bid to host Rover Scouts Moot
The New Zealand Rover Scouts have voted to bring their annual Moot to the West Coast for Easter 2022 with over 200 people expected to attend.
Learn moreDWC seeks feedback from local businesses
Development West Coast is undertaking a survey to gain a better understanding of how it can improve its services for West Coast businesses.
Learn moreNew tourism structure to set the West Coast up for success
A review has looked at the current and future requirements of destination management and tourism and how to best set the West Coast up for success.
Learn moreDWC approves $5m Glacier Country Business Support Fund
Development West Coast (DWC) trustees have approved a $5 million Glacier Country Business Support Fund (GCBSF) in response to the current crisis in Franz Josef, Fox Glacier and the surrounding settlements.
Learn moreDigital hubs for Greymouth and Westland
The establishment of new digital hubs in Greymouth and South Westland will improve opportunities for using the internet to boost productivity, creativity and well-being.
Learn moreOkarito Gorsebusters
Volunteers from all over New Zealand sign up to clear gorse from around the edges of Okarito Lagoon.
Learn moreChallenges and opportunities in a diverse region
Being spread over such a vast area, our region has extremely diverse landscapes – from the Nikau palm covered beaches up north to the glaciers down south. This diversity is also reflected in our economy and how each of our districts have been impacted by the pandemic.
Learn moreJobs for Nature to support Predator Free South Westland
An ambitious project to restore nature and sustain jobs in COVID-hit South Westland represents the biggest step yet on mainland Aotearoa towards the Predator Free 2050 goal, Conservation Minister Kiri Allan says.
Learn moreDecember quarter economic indicators
Latest data shows economic impact of COVID-19 has been felt in vastly different ways across the West Coast.
Learn moreWest Coast economic update
Data shows the West Coast economy was tracking well for the year to March 2020. However, following the impact of COVID-19, forecasts going forward are painting a far more challenging picture.
Learn moreJobs for Nature helps lizard hunt
Work to find out more about South Westland lizard species has been given a helping hand through Jobs for Nature.
Learn moreChair Community Comment - Renee Rooney (February 2021)
Over the holiday break it was fantastic to see so many locals and visitors out and about enjoying all the Coast has to offer, from exploring our untamed natural wilderness to attending many brilliant events including race meetings, A&P shows, festivals, anniversary celebrations, street markets.
Learn moreKey tourism consumer trends and actions 2021
The following provides a very broad summary of multiple documents and hundreds of pages of analysis.
Learn moreTourism marketing campaigns
Development West Coast - West Coast marketing initiatives and media coverage
Learn moreWeta Workshop for Pounamu Pathway
Weta Workshop leads design concept phase for Pounamu Pathway
Learn moreWAIUTA RECOGNISED AS TREASURED HERITAGE PLACE
Historic West Coast goldtown “Waiuta” joins Tohu Whenua , recognising it as one of New Zealand’s most treasured heritage places.
Learn moreJobs for Nature set to enhance West Coast environment
Punakaiki is set to benefit from two projects designed to enhance its status as one of New Zealand’s most unique environments.
Learn moreGovernance internship at DWC
Community spirit wins West Coaster Eric de Boer a First Steps in Governance award.
Learn moreUpskill West Coast: Regional Employment and Training Programme
The West Coast's regional employment and training scheme, Upskill, was launched in July to support a robust and resilient West Coast economy that can respond to and recover from the economic impacts of COVID-19.
Learn moreBusiness networking events and workshops
2020 was another busy year for business events on the West Coast.
Learn moreShowcasing the West Coast for business events
Development West Coast promotes the region to business event buyers.
Learn moreBuilding governance capabilities on the Coast
The pool of leaders on the West Coast has had another boost with the graduation of DWC’s Governance Programme.
Learn moreUpskill support a 'God-send' for new dental clinic
Support from Upskill West Coast enables internationally-recognised experts to train the Hoki Dental team with cutting-edge processes.
Learn moreBrightening up the Greymouth CBD
DWC is working with the Grey District Council, landlords and SignLink Graphics to put scenic decals up around the Greymouth CBD.
Learn moreWest Coast entrepreneurial spirit on display
West Coast entrepreneurial spirit on display
Learn moreUpskill helps reshape family business
Upskill West Coast helps Glacier Country Helicopters get the training to diversify their business.
Learn moreCoast Community Comment - Renee Rooney
Although 2020 has been incredibly challenging for all Coasters, there has also been opportunities to explore.
Learn moreLiddell Contracting upskilling staff
Upskill support enables Greymouth business to bring industry recognised welding trainers into their workshop to train staff.
Learn moreDWC 2020 operations report released
Development West Coast has released a report on its operations with unaudited financial information for the year ended 31 March 2020.
Learn moreNew functions at Development West Coast
As a result of the Strategic Tourism Asset Protection Fund, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has funded two new positions at DWC.
Learn moreCommunity Governance Programme
DWC is bringing community governance training to the West Coast.
Learn moreWest Coast Wellbeing Workshop
Following the overwhelming positive feedback from the recent South Westland wellbeing workshop, DWC will be hosting another event on 4 November.
Learn moreBusiness Development Programme
DWC’s Co.Starters business start-up and development programme is set to begin in Greymouth on 22 September.
Learn moreWest Coast Wikipedian at Large Project Update
For the past month DWC has had a roving Wikipedian working on the Coast to improve the region’s profile in the online encyclopedia Wikipedia.
Learn moreEconomic recovery a mixed bag for Coast
The West Coast economy is showing signs of bouncing back after taking a substantial hit during the COVID lockdown, but the path ahead remains uncertain.
Learn moreWellbeing workshop in Fox Glacier
Development West Coast holds wellbeing workshop in Fox Glacier.
Learn moreEducational initiatives
DWC acknowledges that education is a key component to long-term improvements in our region’s economic performance and has supported a range of educational projects since its establishment.
Learn moreJobs for Nature skydivers upgrade historic glacier view track
A historic track in South Westland is receiving an upgrade courtesy of skydiving staff who are splitting their time between track building and hosting domestic skydiving customers.
Learn moreNew dental clinic set to create jobs in Hokitika
Construction of a purpose-built dental surgery in Hokitika is underway with support from DWC.
Learn moreNew regional leadership group unlocks Jobs for Nature funding
Kotahitanga ki te Uru (working together for the West) is the first of the regional leadership groups around New Zealand to be established in response to the social and economic impact Covid-19 has had on communities.
Learn moreDWC funding for West Coast theatres:
DWC has now contributed $2.43m towards West Coast theatres.
Learn moreCOVID-19 Business Advisory Support
Iconic Hokitika business receives support through the COVID-19 business advisory fund.
Learn moreToki Pounamu
Funding from DWC has helped Toki Pounamu provide over 2,500 Chromebooks to students.
Learn moreWestREAP
DWC support, via the West Coast community Trust, is instrumental in making WestREAPs leadership camps happen.
Learn moreLove Kawatiri
Support from DWC, through the West Coast Community Trust, enables Love Kawatiri to get office space.
Learn moreMajor sporting facilities
DWC provides $14.1m in funding towards major sporting facilities across the region.
Learn moreMoss industry group
DWC has been actively working with West Coast moss farmers and growers to facilitate the establishment of a formal moss industry group.
Learn moreRegional skills and employment programme
DWC secures funding for a regional skills and employment programme
Learn moreOparara Arches project
DWC funded business case helps secure PGF funding for Oparara Arches project.
Learn moreNew Zealand Institute of Minerals to Materials Research
DWC support for cutting edge research institute.
Learn moreHokitika Golf Club
DWC support, via the West Coast Community Trust, enables the Hokitika Golf Club to purchase new fairways/rough mower.
Learn moreNew Coasters
DWC support, via the West Coast Community Trust, helps New Coasters to provide services to newcomers.
Learn moreJobs for Nature investment to provide 50 jobs in South Westland
Conservation Minister Eugenie Sage has announced a $2.5 million boost for South Westland to help a regional alliance of local businesses and government agencies provide nature based jobs.
Learn moreMarketing support for Wildfoods Festival 2020
Support from DWC to boost promotion of Wildfoods Festival
Learn moreWest Coast Farming Roadshows
DWC collaborates with Property Brokers to hold roadshows promoting living and farming on the West Coast.
Learn moreBP Business Challenge
Support from DWC ensures students across the West Coast could participate in BP Business Challenge.
Learn moreLomah Felt
Co.Starters graduate Jan Fraser has turned her passion into a business. Through her business Lomah Felt, she turns raw wool and silk into high-end felted woollen garments, boots and accessories.
Learn moreCoaching for local business
NZTE capability development vouchers help local plumbing business engage a business coach.
Learn moreMentoring helps Westport business
Business mentor enhances how Westport business operates and progresses.
Learn moreWest Coast wins at the New Zealand Tourism Awards
Development West Coast - Tourism won the Industry Connections award at the 2019 New Zealand Tourism Awards.
Learn moreDevelopment West Coast - Tourism nominated in 2019 New Zealand Tourism Awards
Development West Coast - Tourism has been nominated for an award in this year's New Zealand Tourism Awards.
Learn moreA Wild Peace Wellness Centre
CO.STARTERS graduates Hannah Green and Lani Harvey join forces to create A Wild Peace Wellness Centre in Westport.
Learn moreWest Coast accommodation study
DWC commissions report on market demand for accommodation on the West Coast.
Learn moreWestland Workgear builds new warehouse
Commercial finance from DWC enables company to build warehousing operation on the West Coast.
Learn moreFree range eggs on the West Coast
Support helps Westport business meet demand for free-range eggs
Learn moreDWC support a game changer
To keep up with increasing demand for products, local business approaches DWC for assistance.
Learn moreOff the beaten track in a Unimog
DWC support helps establishment and development of new tour.
Learn moreSupport for gaming company
Next-generation gaming company developing exciting new and innovative gaming content from Westport.
Learn moreAward-winning West Coast bacon
Support from DWC allows Harihari business to create new jobs.
Learn moreBusiness mentors startup workshop
Entrepreneurial spirit strong in Greymouth at Business Mentor business startup workshop.
Learn moreGrounded Garden Services
CO.STARTERS graduate Kate Duthie's new business Grounded Garden Services aims to transform gardens and properties on the West Coast to help make the region even more beautiful.
Learn moreCoastpak wins 2018 Supreme Award
Coastpak Besgrow has taken the Supreme Award at the 2018 Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards.
Learn moreHopaholics Brewery
CO.STARTERS graduates Sarah and Jason Johnson have made the leap into the world of entrepreneurship with their new craft brewery - Hopaholics.
Learn more2018 West Coast business awards finalists announced
West Coast cookie makers, contractors and everyone in between will be celebrated at the prestigious Development West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards next month.
Learn moreScenic Waterways
CO.STARTERS graduates Cindy and Gavin Hopper offer eco-cruises, freedom kayaking and accommodation with their business West Coast Scenic Waterways.
Learn moreReefton Powerhouse project
DWC support is a “game-changer” for the Reefton Powerhouse project.
Learn moreBlue Spur Milk and Honey
CO.STARTERS graduate Miriam Rees is using milk from her goats and beeswax and honey from her hives to handcraft a range of rustic beauty products with environmentally friendly packaging.
Learn moreWash Rite West Coast
CO.STARTERS graduate Rita Costen and her husband are making the Coast shine one building at a time with their new exterior cleaning business – Wash Rite West Coast.
Learn moreNZ Barber Shed
CO.STARTERS graduates Kelly Ginley is providing a unique barber experience with her business NZ Barber Shop.
Learn moreNuzzle Baby
CO.STARTERS graduate Tessa Lindsay is selling handmade eco-friendly baby products online from the comfort of her home.
Learn moreWest Coast Rewards
CO.STARTERS graduate Rachelle Henham's business West Coast Rewards provides a unique marketing service that uses the collective appeal of local businesses.
Learn moreKate Buckley - Artist
CO.STARTERS graduate Kate Buckley is an artist, who not only creates amazing fine art but makes a living working with communities and groups teaching art, particularly in rural areas.
Learn moreNature aHead
CO.STARTERS graduate Lena Fischbach developed an eco-friendly salon, Nature aHead, in the paradise setting of Karamea, New Zealand.
Learn more