Terry Hogan describes the tensions that existed between the Departments of Natural Resources and Environment & Heritage when Rod Welford was Minister for both portfolios. He speaks about chairing an intergovernmental committee dealing with state and federal interests in resource management.
Terry Hogan outlines his move from the Premier's Department in 1999 to become Director General of the Natural Resources Department. He states that this shift was tied to the government's moves to halt broad-scale tree clearing in Queensland's western rural land holdings. He details some of the industry groups and figures that he negotiated with over this issue.
Linda Apelt describes the tensions between the Federal and State Government, and the National Housing Policy during the Rudd era which led to the National Rental Affordability Scheme and support for companies such as the Brisbane Housing Company.
David Russell discusses the Joh for PM campaign. He details the views of John Howard toward a Liberal-National Party and the broader views towards the federal coalition.
David Russell discusses Native Title Act and the challenges this posed to National Party members. He discusses gun control debates with the Howard Government.
David Russell notes the influence of gun control legislation upon the National Party during the Borbidge era and the lack of flexibility by the Howard government.
Paul Reynolds discusses the LNP merger and notes the internal state and federal forces influencing the merger. He discusses the possible outcomes for the LNP after the next State election.
Peter Henneken discusses federal-state relations with regards to labour market reform. He compares the policy resources of the Commonwealth Public Service as opposed to various the state bureaucracies with reference to labour policy.
