Ian McLean discusses the recognition of the need for intervention. He delves into the control the Inner Executive, the Trades Hall group, exercised over preselections and the conference. He tells of the growing frustration amongst branch members. He discusses the expansion of the Inner Executive but states the reform did not go far enough. He emphasises the role of unions in the push for intervention.
Ian McLean considers the impact of the 1975 split in the Labor Party and the impact this had on the group in control. He states they were concerned about Catholics, women and academics.
Molly Robson explains the processes that preceded her preselection for the Springwood electorate. She illustrates the challenges of campaigning and the importance of understanding the issues of the constituency.
David Hamill discusses some of the campaign strategies with a focus on the caucus executive group who worked on policy development. He outlines the role of the caucus executive and how he came to be the caucus secretary. He outlines the role of shadow ministers in campaigning for marginal seats.
