Business support
Development West Coast (DWC) is here to help you build capabilities, gain knowledge, connect with the right people and grow your business.
Be inspired
Stories of people who have set up innovative businesses on the West Coast.
DWC facilitates a range of networking events, training, and workshops in conjunction with key partners to provide relevant topics that West Coast business will find useful.
Greymouth 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 moreCommercial Finance & Lending
DWC is able to provide a range of commercial financing options for West Coast businesses, including commercial lending and equity investment.
News
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.
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