Pat Weller recalls his involvement with the transition team that oversaw Labor's move into government after the 1989 election, including the creation of new public service departments and the management of cabinet business.
Wilf Ardill speculates on what he might do differently if he had the time over again and suggests that some of the confrontations could have been avoided but stresses the electability of the ALP after the intervention.
Lesley Clark describes her career trajectory. She discusses the political culture of Barron River and the reasons she won in 1989. She lost in 1995 in the swing against the Goss Government. She highlights the role of the conservation movement in her defeat.
David Hamill discusses the 1989 election atmosphere and the events that followed. He comments on the strategies and styles of the parties and their leaders. He talks about the role of Keith De Lacy, Pat Comben and Paul Braddy in presenting a 'modern face' for Labor.
Craig Sherrin recalls the 1989 election, including the swing against the Nationals, the loss of his seat and the Labor campaign, as well as the strength of Goss's leadership and cabinet.
Ann Scott contrasts the attitude of the new Goss Government with that of the out-going Bjelke-Petersen Government, and comments on the pros and cons of the new government's review of the public service. She also comments on the Goss Government's implementation of the recommendations of the Fitzgerald Inquiry.
Peter Beattie talks about his first years in parliament, and the challenge of chairing the PCJC during the CJC investigation into parliamentary travel allowances.
