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.

Commercial Finance & Lending
DWC is able to provide a range of commercial financing options for West Coast businesses, including commercial lending and equity investment.

News
Development West Coast 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 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 moreDomestic Visitor Perception Research August 2021
Domestic Visitor Perception Research August 2021
Learn moreWest Coast Tourism Strategy
Presentation: West Coast Tourism FY 2022 strategy and our activity as we transition through different COVID-19 levels.
Learn moreCOVID-19 Resurgence Support Payment now open
Applications are now open for the COVID-19 Resurgence Support Payment.
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