Terry Hogan talks about his work during the review of the Queensland school curriculum led by Professor Ken Wiltshire between 1993 and 1994. He notes the key role that Kevin Rudd played in defining the review's objectives. He also talks about his later move into a directorial position within the Housing Department.
Matt Foley discusses the role of evidence and argument in advancing the priorities of the department. He describes some of the reforms needed within the sector.
Keith De Lacy recalls delivering a speech criticising the fiscal management of the previous government and the media fallout from this speech. He comments on the role of the Office of Cabinet during the Goss era.
John Mickel states that from 1991-95 he worked for Premier Goss as a senior policy advisor. He describes his role and discusses working with the public service.
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.
Peter Coaldrake discusses Kevin Rudd and the role of the Office of Cabinet. He reflects on the relationships between the central agencies and the line departments.
Peter Coaldrake describes his time at PSMC and the lessons he learnt during this period, including the importance of teamwork and benefit of having a small central team. He notes the efforts to build a positive work environment through CEO meetings, events for the SES and working closely with ministers and directors general. He reflects on the criticism that ministers were ambushed in Cabinet.
