ABOUT CCBA
The CCBA is a representative body for the Central City business community, focused on strategy, advocacy, accessibility, marketing and safety.
Through supporting and empowering our members, we help drive growth in the CBD and cement the central city as the heart of a vibrant, interesting and successful new Christchurch.
If you’d like to be part of a collective business voice on issues that matter for the Central City, and you are a land/property owner or business owner/manager in our area, join us today.
HOW DO WE OPERATE?
Every three years, the CCBA Board reviews its Strategic Plan to help shape and prioritise its work programme.
The Strategic Plan is developed in partnership with its members and strategic stakeholders. The plan reflects the opportunities, challenges, and aspirations of Christchurch's central city community.
OUR WORK
Our annual work programme is developed to deliver the priorities outlined in our Strategic Plan.
Our work programme provides a practical roadmap for the year ahead, setting clear objectives and initiatives that support a vibrant, accessible, and thriving city centre while responding to emerging opportunities and challenges.
CCBA BOARD MEMBERS
Each year, the CCBA holds elections that allow members to vote for representatives who will advocate for on their behalf. Board members are not paid; they volunteer their time and energy, contributing their expertise and commitment for the overall betterment of the city.
CCBA BOARD CHAIR
Annabel Turley
Business Owner: Cashel Pharmacy and Forte Health Pharmacy, Kilmore Street.
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Length of Service 8 Years
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First Elected 2018
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Last Elected 2024
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Up for re-election in 2026
CCBA TREASURER
Sarah Priddle
Executive Financial Adviser: Forsyth Barr
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Length of Service 5 Years
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First Elected 2021
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Last Elected 2025
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Up for re-election in 2027​
CCBA SECRETARY
Nicki Carter
The Carter Group
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Length of Service 8 Years
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First Elected 2018
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Last Elected 2025
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Up for Re-Election in 2027​
CCBA EXECUTIVE MEMBER
Antony Gough
Property Owner: The Terrace
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Length of Service 19 Years
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First Elected 2007
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Last Elected 2025
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Up for re-election in 2027
CCBA EXECUTIVE MEMBER
Andrew Plimmer
Business Owner, Colony Store in The Crossing
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Length of Service 3 Years
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First Elected 2023
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Last Elected. 2025
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Up for re-election in 2027​
CCBA EXECUTIVE MEMBER
Josie Baker
Co-Owner, The Craft Embassy, Soul Quarter, Cascade
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Length of Service 2 Years
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Elected Sept 2024
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Last Elected. 2026
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Up for re-election. 2028
CCBA EXECUTIVE MEMBER
Kerrie Bloomfield
Property Manager: ANZ Centre, Hereford Street Carpark & 222 High Street + CHC Properties
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Length of Service 8 Years
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First Elected 2018
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Last Elected 2025
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Up for Re-Election in 2027
CCBA EXECUTIVE MEMBER
Miriam Doak
Lawyer (Associate) | Commercial
Wynn Williams​
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Length of Service 0 Years
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First Elected 2026
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Up for re-election in 2028
CCBA EXECUTIVE MEMBER
Jonathan Ballantyne
Managing Director of Ballantynes
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​Length of Service. 1 Year
First Elected 2025
Up for re-election in 2027
CCBA EXECUTIVE - NON VOTING MEMBER
Andrew Wheeley
Christchurch City Council Representative
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Appointed 2026
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CCBA MANAGER - NON VOTING MEMBER
Paul Lonsdale
CCBA SAFETY TEAM
CCBA Safety Team - 0800 374 776
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The CCBA Safety Team is a visible and welcoming presence throughout Christchurch Central, helping create a positive experience for everyone who lives, works and visits the city centre.
Working closely with businesses, community organisations and partner agencies, the team provides support, assistance and local knowledge while helping ensure the city remains an inviting, vibrant and enjoyable place to be.
Safety Team Hours
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Monday - Friday: 7.30 am - 6.30 pm
Saturday, Sunday
and Public Holidays: 8.30 am - 5.30 pm
CCBA MEMBER EVENTS
Each year, the CCBA hosts a series of Member Events to help businesses connect and support what they do in the Central City.
WHY JOIN CCBA?
Your business is part of what makes central Christchurch thrive. By joining the CCBA, you'll be part of a network that advocates for the city centre, promotes local business, creates opportunities for connection and collaboration, and works to ensure Christchurch Central remains a vibrant place to do business.
Membership gives you a voice, valuable connections, and a stake in shaping the future of the heart of our city.
HOW IS CCBA FUNDED?
CCBA is funded by business, for business. From July 2021, Christchurch City Council introduced a targeted rate on central city business properties to fund the CCBA. The rated sum for each business rating unit in the area eligible for CCBA membership is $575 for the 2025/26 year.