Matt Foley discusses his appointment as Attorney General and Minister for Justice and the Arts in 1998 with emphasis on the immediate priorities for the portfolios. He describes reforms to the stalking laws, the Criminal Code, the Guardianship and Administration Act and de facto law.
Denver Beanland describes law reform and the Queensland justice system during his time in office, in particular the Juvenile Justice Act and amendments to the Criminal Code.
Rod Welford recalls events at Christmas party which were referred to the CMC. He describes the later appointment of Rachel Hunter from the Public Service Commission as Director General of the department.
Peter Henneken continues to discuss the Catholic mafia. He tells of the assistance he received from them in furthering his career. He notes in this period the Public Service Board and the Labour Department were both predominantly populated by Catholics.
Rachel Hunter discusses the ongoing projects in which she was involved at the Department of Justice, including reforming the culture of the department, and the implementation of the recommendations of the Moynihan Review into law court jurisdictions.
Rachel Hunter notes other major projects she undertook while in the Department of Justice, including the Integrated Justice and Information System, the Indigenous Justice Agreement, and support for regions.
Rachel Hunter discusses taking up the position of Director General of the Department of Justice and Attorney General in 2003 as part of a review of the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, her work on the public administration function of the department, and the importance of building trusting relationships with public servants and ministers.
Rob Borbidge discusses working with Independent, Liz Cunningham. He delves into the commission of inquiry investigating the Criminal Justice Commission which sparked a vote of no-confidence in Attorney General Denver Beanland. Borbidge explains his decision to support the Attorney General.
