Russ Hinze

David Russell - 01:28:10

Interview: 
David Russell
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01:28:10

David Russell discusses corruption in the National Party. He discusses being appointed to the Mortgage Secondary Market Board and working with Edward Lyons. He details a meeting with Premier Bjelke-Petersen discussing the corruption of Russ Hinze and Bjelke-Petersen's response and his subsequent relationship with Bjelke-Petersen.

David Russell - 01:25:00

Interview: 
David Russell
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01:25:00

David Russell discusses cabinet debates during the Bjelke-Petersen Government, including one over 1080 poisoning and the problem of feral dogs.

David Russell - 00:36:05

Interview: 
David Russell
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00:36:05

David Russell discusses the legislative measures used by the government in the SEQEB dispute and the cabinet meeting where these were discussed. He details the involvement of Mike Ahern in the cabinet discussions.

David Russell - 00:26:39

Interview: 
David Russell
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00:26:39

David Russell reflects on the Bjelke-Petersen era which he compares to the Nicklin era. He discusses the contribution of the Bjelke-Petersen Government, particularly Russ Hinze, to the development of Brisbane.

David Russell - 00:09:10

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David Russell
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00:09:10

David Russell discusses the revelations of the Fitzgerald Inquiry. He details the discussions over who should conduct the Commission of Inquiry and what the Terms of Reference should be.

Sallyanne Atkinson - 01:25:17

Interview: 
Sallyanne Atkinson
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01:25:17

Sallyanne Atkinson discusses the growing interest of the State government in the city. She describes the political culture of the city.

Sallyanne Atkinson - 00:31:15

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Sallyanne Atkinson
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00:31:15

Sallyanne Atkinson reflects on the relationship between the Bjelke-Petersen State government and the BCC during her time in office. She discusses the boundaries between State government and the local Council and how they have changed over time. She discusses the importance of a garbage workers' strike in her campaign for the mayoralty.

Sallyanne Atkinson - 00:22:04

Interview: 
Sallyanne Atkinson
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00:22:04

Sallyanne Atkinson describes the composition of the BCC when she first entered Council in 1979. She recalls the support she received from Clem Jones when running for Lord Mayor. She discusses the alterations made to the electoral processes for Lord Mayor and the attempts to get a National Party candidate to run for the position.

Bob Quinn - 00:06:09

Interview: 
Bob Quinn
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00:06:09

Bob Quinn describes his decision to run in the 1988 by-election for the seat of South Coast following Russ Hinze's retirement. He describes losing the by-election to the National Party's Judy Gamin, followed by his success at the 1989 election. He discusses the composition of the electorate and the various boundary changes.

Bob Quinn - 00:03:53

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Bob Quinn
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00:03:53

Bob Quinn discusses the relationship between the Liberal and National parties after the breakdown of the Coalition. He discusses the debate over parliamentary committees.

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