Robin Sullivan notes the early attempts at interstate co-operation over school curriculum, and the contention over matters related to environment and Indigenous history. She discusses the genesis of the Smart State slogan, and comments that it had far more impact on tertiary and industrial education than on schools.
Terry Mackenroth discusses the development of regional and infrastructure plans in 2004-05, and the innovation of long-term infrastructure planning and funding.
Terry Mackenroth discusses his time as Treasurer, including a review of government charges, and increasing funding to social causes, health and education.
Terry Mackenroth discusses the Shepherdson Inquiry, its impact on the Beattie Government, his rise to the Deputy Premiership and the threat of One Nation.