John Strano discusses the mood in the Queensland public service when he commenced his role in 1984, in particular the development ethos of those in trade. He notes the financial situation in Queensland and the other states at the time.
Jim Fouras discusses the successful and unsuccessful legislation introduced under Goss, the difficulty of balancing the electorate's needs with budgetary constraints, and his conflict with the Premier over the Speaker position.
Jim Fouras talks about the difficulty of maintaining order in the parliament, the role of the caucus, and the attempt to remove him from the role of Speaker in 1995.
Jim Fouras discusses his role as Speaker, particularly the development of education programs and the idea of televising parliament, and the importance of the independence of parliament.
Jim Fouras describes implementing parliamentary reforms, including the development of education programs, the removal of the Union Jack, and the creation of new committees.
Jim Fouras describes the disappointment of being disendorsed in 1986, the role of the Labor factions, his relationship with the government after being re-elected in 1989, and taking up the position of Parliamentary Speaker.
Desley Boyle discusses becoming the member for Cairns and her relationship with the Labor Party and with the AWU faction. She describes serving in Beattie's minority government, and the scandals and resignations that marred the end of his first term.
