The Progressive Broadcasting Service Co-operative Ltd announces the Annual General Meeting 2024.
The PBS Co-op Board is comprised of seven Board Directors and is responsible for the governance and strategic direction of PBS 106.7FM. Board Directors are elected to serve two-year terms on the Board, with three or four positions up for re-election on alternating years at the AGM.
At the 2024 AGM three “Two-Year” term positions and one “One-Year“ term position are up for election by PBS Co-op shareholders. The “One Year” position is vacant due to a Board Director stepping down mid-term.
Annual General Meeting
Time: 7pm
Date: Wednesday, 27th November 2024
Location: PBS – B1 Collingwood Yards, 35 Johnston Street, Collingwood
How to find us:
Walk through the Art Deco entry way at 35B Johnston St, entry is the first door on the right with signage “PBS Studios and Reception”.
If you have any questions, please contact Kristen Paterson by telephone on (03) 8415 1067 or email
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- Click here to download the AGM Notice and Agenda 2024 document
The Current Board
The Current Board comprises the following:
- Tony Grybowski, Chair
- Kieran Rivett, Treasurer
- Lucy Tehan, Secretary
- Fiona Mary McNally, PPG Chair
- Claire Stuchbery
- Suzi Hutchings
- Elise Beacom
Board Director Vacancies
At the forthcoming AGM there will be four positions up for election:
There are three ‘Two-Year positions’ and one ‘One-Year position’ up for election this year.
- Three current Board members are standing to be re-elected for the three “Two-Year” positions:
- Lucy Tehan – Board Director and Secretary
- Elise Beacom - Board Director
- Suzi Hutchings – Board Director
- The one “One-Year” position is vacant, and Shareholders are encouraged to stand for the position.
Nomination Process
To nominate for a Board position you must be a current Shareholder and hold an active PBS membership. You will then have to complete 2 forms. The details are as follows:
There are two forms to submit with your nomination. They are:
PBS Board Director Nomination:
Please fill out the form including a biography covering qualifications and experience relevant to serving on the PBS Board. The nomination form needs to be “seconded” (signed) by two further PBS shareholders. Please contact if you need assistance.
Board Nominee Skills Matrix: Please self-assess your knowledge and skills against the Skills Matrix criteria. This will assist you in defining and communicating your potential contributions to the PBS Board.
- Click here to download the PBS Board Director Nomination Form 2024
- Click here to download the PBS Nominee Skills Matrix 2024 document
We strongly suggest that you read the 2024 PBS Board Skills Composition document prior to filling out your nomination forms. The document outlines suggested knowledge and skills suitable to serve on the PBS Board. Aligning your skill offering against those currently serving Board members will enable you to you ensure that PBS has the necessary skills on its Board. This will help you to tailor your nomination to match the desired Board skills criteria.
- Click here to download the PBS Current Board Skills Composition 2024 document
Nomination forms must be submitted by the closing deadline of 7pm, Monday 25th November 2024.
Nominations can be emailed to
, handed to PBS reception in person, or sent by post to:
PO Box 2917,
Fitzroy MDC 3065 (post must be sent in time to arrive by the nomination deadline).
Your nominee biography and skills matrix results will be displayed on the PBS website for PBS Shareholders to view prior to voting for nominees at the AGM.
Option to pre-record your nomination speech
If an election for Board position takes place, nominees will be required to deliver in person, a speech (2 minutes) at the AGM. If a nominee is unable to attend the AGM in person, you have the option submit a pre-recorded video of your speech.
PBS FM prides itself on demonstrating best practice Governance. Ensuring an open and transparent process to manage Board renewal is a primary objective.
Please contact if you wish to organise a video speech.