David Williams describes his part in the state government's decision to renovate the football stadium at Brisbane's Lang Park. He notes that, despite controversy surrounding the decision, it was a more cost-effective option than alternative proposals such as redevelopment of the RNA showgrounds near the Royal Brisbane Hospital.
Greg Moran recalls that the 1957 split in the ALP was a very big issue in the Moran family with the community split across Catholic parishes between the ALP and the DLP.
Ian Brusasco states that during the Whitlam era the Toombul ward turned to the Liberal Party so he stood for the Lutwyche ward and won and took over chairing the BCC Health Committee and also, for a time, the Planning Committee.
Ian Brusasco outlines his maiden speech in the council, soon after he returned from visiting sporting facilities around the world including Greece, where he addressed the need for better sporting facilities in Brisbane and proposed Brisbane should nominate to hold the Commonwealth Games.
Ian Brusasco recalls his involvement with the Socceroos accompanying them around the world in preparation for the 1974 World Cup, and upon his return, he was approached by Clem Jones seeking someone to stand in the Toombul Ward by-election. Brusasco says he stood and won, becoming a Brisbane City Council (BCC) Alderman.
Terry Hogan recalls his move in 2005 from the public service to the Brisbane City Council. He describes the differences in organisational culture between the state government and the council. He outlines the council's responses to water scarcity and the provision of essential services.
Peter Andrews discusses his role as Chief Scientist in helping shape the Smart State agenda. He outlines some of the issues on which the Smart State Council reported, and how the Council operated.