ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival
Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.
Happy to second. Thanks, Peter Ross Executive Manager Creative Communities & Experiences Ph: 0425222612 Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ________________________________ From: Lynda de Koning via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 16:29:51 To: Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.
In favour - thanks John Glenn Chief Executive Officer john@yourcentre.com.au +61 8 8980 3333 +61 416 144 179 AANT Centre DarwinNT0800 yourcentre.com.au We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. We pay our respects to Larrakia Elders past, present and future, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. From: Peter Ross via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Date: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 at 4:09 pm To: Lynda de Koning <lynda@paca.org.au>; Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] Re: ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Happy to second. Thanks, Peter Ross Executive Manager Creative Communities & Experiences Ph: 0425222612 Get Outlook for iOS<https://ddec1-0-en-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3...> ________________________________ From: Lynda de Koning via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 16:29:51 To: Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://ddec1-0-en-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3... The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://ddec1-0-en-ctp.trendmicro.com:443/wis/clicktime/v1/query?url=https%3...> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours. _______________________________________________ PAC Australia Board mailing list -- board@ask.paca.org.au To unsubscribe send an email to board-leave@ask.paca.org.au
Hi all - happy to nominate and support. Thanks x Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ________________________________ From: Lynda de Koning via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 16:29:51 To: Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours. The information in this email is for the use of the intended recipient only and may contain confidential information. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by return email and immediately delete the email and destroy all copies. You must not use, disclose, disseminate, print or copy any part of this message if you are not the intended recipient. Any views expressed in this email are those of the individual sender and may not necessarily reflect the views of Frankston City Council. Electronic mail sent to and from Frankston City Council is automatically scanned for viruses, SPAM and content control and all care is taken. However, Council does not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by any computer virus contained in this email.
In favour Thanks Ian Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ________________________________ From: Heidi Irvine (she/her) via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 16:45:16 To: Lynda de Koning <lynda@paca.org.au>; Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] Re: ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Hi all - happy to nominate and support. Thanks x Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ________________________________ From: Lynda de Koning via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 16:29:51 To: Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours. The information in this email is for the use of the intended recipient only and may contain confidential information. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender by return email and immediately delete the email and destroy all copies. You must not use, disclose, disseminate, print or copy any part of this message if you are not the intended recipient. Any views expressed in this email are those of the individual sender and may not necessarily reflect the views of Frankston City Council. Electronic mail sent to and from Frankston City Council is automatically scanned for viruses, SPAM and content control and all care is taken. However, Council does not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by any computer virus contained in this email.
In favour Drew Drew Dymond Manager Albany Entertainment Centre Albany Entertainment Centre Arts and Culture Trust T 08 9844 5011 From: Lynda de Koning via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 14:30 To: Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.
OFFICIAL In favour. Thank you Get Outlook for iOS<https://aka.ms/o0ukef> ________________________________ From: Drew Dymond via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 16:59:25 To: Lynda de Koning <lynda@paca.org.au>; Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] Re: ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Caution: This email originated from outside of the ACT Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognise the sender and know the content is safe. In favour Drew Drew Dymond Manager Albany Entertainment Centre Albany Entertainment Centre Arts and Culture Trust T 08 9844 5011 From: Lynda de Koning via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 14:30 To: Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- This email, and any attachments, may be confidential and also privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender and delete all copies of this transmission along with any attachments immediately. You should not copy or use it for any purpose, nor disclose its contents to any other person. -----------------------------------------------------------------------
In favour. Thanks Criena Criena Gehrke Chief Executive Queensland Theatre Company P: 07 3010 7600<tel:07%203010%207600> | M: 0418 389 416 78 Montague Rd, South Brisbane | PO Box 3310, South Brisbane, Queensland 4101 Queensland Theatre Company acknowledges the Jagera and Turrbal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, and their unique relationship with the lands, seas and waterways. We pay our respects to their Elders both past and present, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. [Queensland Theatre Company | Pride & Prejudice | 10 JUL - 26 JUL 2026 Playhouse, QPAC]<https://queenslandtheatre.com.au/plays/pride-and-prejudice-2026> The contents of this e-mail are © 2026 Queensland Theatre Company. This e-mail is intended only for use of the individual/s named above and may contain information that is confidential or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any forwarding, dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail is strictly prohibited. If you are the intended recipient you are reminded that permission is given for the forwarding, dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail only as is necessary to facilitate the carrying out of business of Queensland Theatre Company, provided it does not breach confidentiality or could be perceived to be against the interests of Queensland Theatre Company. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify us immediately by return e-mail and destroy the original message. Please consider the environment before printing this email. From: Drew Dymond via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 4:59 PM To: Lynda de Koning <lynda@paca.org.au>; Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] Re: ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the Queensland Theatre network. Do not click on any links or open any attachments unless you recognise the sender. In favour Drew Drew Dymond Manager Albany Entertainment Centre Albany Entertainment Centre Arts and Culture Trust T 08 9844 5011 From: Lynda de Koning via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au<mailto:board@ask.paca.org.au>> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 14:30 To: Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au<mailto:board@ask.paca.org.au>> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.
In favour Louisa [cid:image002.png@01DCFDAA.894D89A0] Louisa NormanShe/Her Engagement Manager 08 6185 5595 0420596147 M418 UWA 3 Crawley Ave CRAWLEY 6009 Support Your Festival perthfestival.com.au Perth Festival respects the Noongar people who remain the spiritual and cultural birdiyangara of this kwobidak boodjar. We honour the significant role they play for our community and our Festival to flourish. This email and attachments are confidential. If it is not intended for you please reply immediately and destroy it. Do not copy, disclose or use contents in any way. From: Criena Gehrke via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 3:34 PM To: Drew Dymond <drew.dymond@artsculturetrust.wa.gov.au>; Lynda de Koning <lynda@paca.org.au>; Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] Re: ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival In favour. Thanks Criena Criena Gehrke Chief Executive Queensland Theatre Company P: 07 3010 7600<tel:07%203010%207600> | M: 0418 389 416 78 Montague Rd, South Brisbane | PO Box 3310, South Brisbane, Queensland 4101 Queensland Theatre Company acknowledges the Jagera and Turrbal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work, and their unique relationship with the lands, seas and waterways. We pay our respects to their Elders both past and present, and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. [Queensland Theatre Company | Pride & Prejudice | 10 JUL - 26 JUL 2026 Playhouse, QPAC]<https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/r04/___https:/queenslandtheatre.com.au/pla...> The contents of this e-mail are © 2026 Queensland Theatre Company. This e-mail is intended only for use of the individual/s named above and may contain information that is confidential or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any forwarding, dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail is strictly prohibited. If you are the intended recipient you are reminded that permission is given for the forwarding, dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail only as is necessary to facilitate the carrying out of business of Queensland Theatre Company, provided it does not breach confidentiality or could be perceived to be against the interests of Queensland Theatre Company. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify us immediately by return e-mail and destroy the original message. Please consider the environment before printing this email. From: Drew Dymond via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au<mailto:board@ask.paca.org.au>> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 4:59 PM To: Lynda de Koning <lynda@paca.org.au<mailto:lynda@paca.org.au>>; Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au<mailto:board@ask.paca.org.au>> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] Re: ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the Queensland Theatre network. Do not click on any links or open any attachments unless you recognise the sender. In favour Drew Drew Dymond Manager Albany Entertainment Centre Albany Entertainment Centre Arts and Culture Trust T 08 9844 5011 From: Lynda de Koning via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au<mailto:board@ask.paca.org.au>> Sent: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 14:30 To: Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au<mailto:board@ask.paca.org.au>> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/<https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/r04/___https:/www.comedyfestival.com.au/___.Y3A0YTpwZXJ0aGZlc3RpdmFsOmM6bzoxM2UyN2JkYmQ0YWExN2RiNzc0ODYxMzkxNTM1OTc1Njo3OjU2NjY6M2Y5NjgwY2E1Zjk1Zjk5NzlkY2QzNjE2NDg1ZDdlOGJmMWYzNjk3ZjQ0MjBjYjFkMjBkZTgyMDE4YjJiZGQ4ODpoOlQ6Rg> The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://protect.checkpoint.com/v2/r04/___https:/paca.org.au/___.Y3A0YTpwZXJ0...> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.
In Favour Harley Mann (He/Him) Artistic Custodian Harley@nadjinang.com.au<mailto:Harley@nadjinang.com.au> | 0425118541 [cid:image001.gif@01DAF96F.835A7300] [signature_1106167548]<https://www.facebook.com/NaDjinang/> [signature_91804092] <https://www.instagram.com/nadjinang/> [signature_1163718457] <https://www.linkedin.com/company/na-djinang-circus/> Na Djinang Circus acknowledges that this always was and always will be Aboriginal Land From: Lynda de Koning via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Date: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 at 4:00 pm To: Katherine Connor via PAC Australia Board <board@ask.paca.org.au> Subject: [PAC Australia Board] ACTION REQUESTED: Membership reactivation - Melbourne International Comedy Festival Dear Members, Melbourne International Comedy Festival have submitted a membership reactivation request following their resignation in late 2024 (due to budget pressures/unsecured funding). Festival Membership: Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is one of the three largest comedy festivals in the world. Held annually, the festival features a rich mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret, theatre, street performances, and more. https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/ The recommendation is that the application be accepted. Heidi – can you please nominate? Peter - can you please second? All in favour? Many thanks, Lynda Lynda de Koning (she/her) General Manager | PAC Australia | +61 (0) 438 860 020 | paca.org.au<https://paca.org.au/> Peramangk / South Australia GMT +9.5 [X] I gratefully acknowledge the Peramangk people, on whose lands I live and work, and recognise their continuing connection to Country. I pay my respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders past and present. Always was, always will be. If this email arrives in your inbox out of hours, I don’t expect you to read, action or reply to it outside of your working hours.
participants (10)
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Criena Gehrke -
Drew Dymond -
Harley Mann -
Heidi Irvine (she/her) -
Hendy, Georgia -
Ian English -
John Glenn -
Louisa Norman -
Lynda de Koning -
Peter Ross