Liz Cunningham describes aspects of her campaign strategy. She explains how she lost her first election challenge in 1992 but went on to win in 1995. She discusses the subsequent decision to prevent sitting council members from running for state seats.
Jim Elder discusses his promotion to the ministry after the 1992 election and his approach to the Business, Industry and Regional Development portfolio. He also discusses the Goss Government's approach to state development and the role of his Director General Ron Boyle.
Terry Mackenroth describes becoming the Minister for Housing and Local Government after the 1992 election, and reforming local government and planning legislation.
Molly Robson discusses election mandates, party policy and the Labor Party conference. She notes her ministerial appointment and how a variety of professional and personal experiences prepared her for the Environment portfolio. She comments on the previous Environment Minister, Patrick Comben.
Geoff Smith comments on the 1992 electoral defeat and discusses his own reasons for retiring. He states that closing down the railway workshops in Townsville was a time bomb and talks about the benefits of an incremental approach to politics.
Geoff Smith identifies the automated titling system as one the major achievements during his time as Lands Minister. He also credits the Land Rights Act as a major achievement while acknowledging that impetus for this came from the Office of Cabinet. He discusses the push for reform during this time and discusses gerrymandering and poker machine legislation.
