David Russell reflects on the Bjelke-Petersen era which he compares to the Nicklin era. He discusses the contribution of the Bjelke-Petersen Government, particularly Russ Hinze, to the development of Brisbane.
Peter Ellis discusses the transitions he has witnessed in Queensland government, from Gair to Nicklin. He discusses ministerial offices, the old Westminster system and how departments were set up before the 1980s.