Robin Sullivan discusses the method of appointment of directors general and commissioners, and comments on the various Education Ministers under which she served.
Molly Robson comments on her achievements, including species preservation and the introduction of legislation including the Environmental Protection Act, Wet Tropics Legislation, Great Barrier Marine Park Legislation, Nature Preservation and the Moreton Bay Act. She explains her pride at working with Indigenous groups. She comments on the frustrations and challenges of designing and implementing environment policy.
Molly Robson discusses the role of education in environment reform and cultural change. She notes the legacy of the Bjelke-Petersen era and the reforms of the Goss Government. She comments on the environmental impacts of population pressures and incremental policy change.
Molly Robson discusses the professional relationships built during her political career, her approach to these relationships, her reputation and the role of opposition. She explains the need for preparation prior to parliament and discusses the role of ministerial staff with regards to advice, crisis management and the management of the media.
Molly Robson discusses the preservation of the Great Barrier Reef with regards to drilling for oil. She explains what the Goss Government implemented in the way of compensation for displaced workers on Fraser Island.
Molly Robson comments on Queensland environmental policy in comparison to other states and the federal government. She credits Patrick Comben with playing catch up and comments on her ambition to make Queensland a leader on environmental policy.
Molly Robson discusses the appointment of her Director General and the difficulties associated with starting in a new department. She discusses the priorities during her time as minister and how she consulted widely to ensure she had the correct picture. She speaks on these priorities; continuation of the National Park estate, air and water pollution and indigenous heritage. Molly Robson comments on the importance of the relationship with the federal government.
Molly Robson discusses election mandates, party policy and the Labor Party conference. She notes her ministerial appointment and how a variety of professional and personal experiences prepared her for the Environment portfolio. She comments on the previous Environment Minister, Patrick Comben.
Tom Barton outlines becoming Minister for Environment and Heritage in the context of the 1995 election commitments made by the Goss Government, the Coastal Protection Management Act and the Daintree Rescue Project.
