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.
Expression of Interest: Lease tenancies at new Greymouth library
Are you a business or organisation looking for a prime location to engage with the vibrant Greymouth community? Look no further!
Learn moreWest Coast tourism operators engage key partners in Auckland
Last week Development West Coast (DWC) led a mission to Auckland, meeting key tourism partners to help promote the region.
Learn moreDWC seeks feedback from local businesses
Development West Coast is calling on local businesses to provide feedback on how the organisation can better serve the needs of the region.
Learn moreWest Coast students explore nature-based career opportunities
Students from Westland High, South Westland Area School, Papa Taiao Earth Care, and Te Hono O Nga Waka and John Paul II gathered at Wadeson Island Hokitika for an immersive event aimed at exploring nature-based careers.
Learn moreScholarship recipients in same class
Three Development West Coast (DWC) tertiary scholarship recipients have found themselves sharing a classroom at Lincoln University.
Learn moreGreymouth Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 8 May
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Greymouth on 8 May.
Learn moreHokitika Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 8 May
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Hokitika on 8 May.
Learn moreTRENZ 2024
TRENZ is New Zealand’s largest international tourism business event and most important event of the year on the tourism events calendar.
Learn moreCoast Employment Expo
Discover local opportunities, Explore local possibilities, Connect with local industries.
Learn moreWestport Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 15 May
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Westport on 15 May.
Learn moreGlacier Country Business Development 1:1 Sessions - 15 and 16 May
Book an appointment to meet with DWC's business support team in Glacier Country on 15 and 16 May.
Learn moreCapability building programmes
Co.Starters Business Development Programme
A ten week course designed to help you find the best approach to starting and growing a business.
Learn moreWest Coast leadership programme
A series of workshops delivered by NZIML on the core facets of leadership and management.
Learn moreWest Coast Governance Programme
Governance workshops on the key roles and responsibilities of the board and individual directors.
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