Dunedin's economic development strategy is in the running for a national award.

The strategy has been put together by the DCC's economic development unit, and is a finalist in the Auckland University of Technology business awards.

The strategy is designed to unite stakeholders and provide a single, shared vision for Dunedin.

The council is one of 11 finalists chosen from 70 applicants.

Finalists now have until the 14th of June to submit a final application.