David Russell discusses corruption in the National Party. He discusses being appointed to the Mortgage Secondary Market Board and working with Edward Lyons. He details a meeting with Premier Bjelke-Petersen discussing the corruption of Russ Hinze and Bjelke-Petersen's response and his subsequent relationship with Bjelke-Petersen.
David Russell discusses the court orders that were delivered to strikers during the SEQEB dispute. He describes the end of the strike and the importance of Joh Bjelke-Petersen in the dispute.
David Russell discusses the events leading up to the demise of the Bjelke-Petersen Government. He discusses the role of the National Party executive and its constitution in forcing the resignation of Bjelke-Petersen.
David Russell discusses the transition to Mike Ahern as National Party leader. He details the final period of the Bjelke-Petersen Government and the challenges to Governor Walter Campbell at the time.
David Russell discusses the revelations of the Fitzgerald Inquiry. He details the discussions over who should conduct the Commission of Inquiry and what the Terms of Reference should be.
John Mickel states that his interest in politics was sparked during his time at the University of Queensland. He highlights the importance of the Vietnam War and the Whitlam government's decision to provide State support for Catholic schools in shaping his political views. He discusses his commitment to Catholic social justice.
Sallyanne Atkinson describes the politics of the attempts to build the World's Tallest Building in Brisbane. She reflects on allegations about bribery during the Bjelke-Petersen years and states that she didn't see evidence of corruption in local government.
Sallyanne Atkinson describes the politics behind Expo 88 and her relationship with the State government. She describes the lessons she learnt from observing expositions in New Orleans and Vancouver which revealed the necessity of planning for the site post-Expo.
Sallyanne Atkinson reflects on the relationship between the Bjelke-Petersen State government and the BCC during her time in office. She discusses the boundaries between State government and the local Council and how they have changed over time. She discusses the importance of a garbage workers' strike in her campaign for the mayoralty.
