Roger Scott and Joan Sheldon discuss the appointment of under-treasurer and senior public service appointments more generally. Ross Rolfe comments on Doug McTaggart and the politicisation of the public service. Peter Ellis discusses the politicisation of the public service during the Borbidge era.
Sallyanne Atkinson describes changing the self-perception of Brisbanites as her major achievement. She discusses the development of Southbank and reflects on the importance of restructuring Council. She describes her relationship with various State premiers.
Bob Quinn discusses his regrets from his time in politics. He states that some people wanted him to take on the leadership after Joan Sheldon resigned the leadership of the Liberals.
Bob Quinn claims the best decision from his ministerial career was the choice to keep the Director General. He reflects on his relationship with Treasurer Joan Sheldon and her support for education.
Bob Quinn discusses the allocation of portfolios after the re-formation of the Coalition and the reasons why the Liberals were given responsibility for education.
Denver Beanland details the Borbidge government's losing office after 1998 election, with particular emphasis on the influence of One Nation and the introduction of gun laws. He discusses the impact of poor decisions by the government, such as floating the TAB and the amalgamation of Suncorp Metway.
