Manfred Cross discusses the opposition of the Labor Party to the Bjelke-Petersen Government. He recalls when Percy Tucker challenged Bjelke-Petersen to an election when the Labor Party were organisationally very deficient.
Martin Tenni describes how he came to be appointed to the ministry. He states that he was appointed after Bjelke-Petersen fired Mike Ahern and others from the ministry in 1983.
Martin Tenni describes his time as a backbencher and coming into conflict with his own government. He discusses his efforts to improve the infrastructure and facilities in his own electorate.
Frank Peach discusses the changes to the public service following the reforms of the Goss Government. He discusses the historical changes in the role of director general and the impacts of election promises on policy direction. Frank Peach provides some detailed commentary on the limitations and challenges associated with New Public Management.
John Strano discusses the mood in the Queensland public service when he commenced his role in 1984, in particular the development ethos of those in trade. He notes the financial situation in Queensland and the other states at the time.
Jim Fouras describes generating policy as a shadow minister and the importance of his relationship with various advocacy groups, as well as his work to help disadvantaged individuals in his electorate.
