Ken Fletcher

Peter Andrews - 00:11:51

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Peter Andrews
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00:11:51

Peter Andrews details the establishment of the Institute for Molecular Bioscience at the University of Queensland. He explains how the state government came to be involved in its foundation and funding.

John Hay - 00:11:32

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John Hay
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00:11:32

John Hay recalls his first meeting with Chuck Feeney at the Irish Club on 16 March 1998. He explains Feeney's desire to remain anonymous and his unhappiness at the eventual disclosure of his generosity. 

Jim Soorley - 01:14:52

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Jim Soorley
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01:14:52
Jim Soorley describes his impressions of the Beattie Government's Smart State strategy, and how it impacted upon Brisbane and the BCC. He notes the beginnings of government interest in research investment in medical institutes and universities.

Ross Rolfe - 01:15:19

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Ross Rolfe
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01:15:19
Ross Rolfe describes the relationship between government and vice chancellors under the Beattie era, including John Hay at UQ, and Dennis Gibson at QUT, Glyn Davis's links between government and Griffith University, and the role of Ken Fletcher and billionaire philanthropist Chuck Feeney.
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