Terry Hampson describes his involvement with political activism during the 1960s, and the growing divide between the progressive branches and the conservative executive.
Lawrence Springborg discusses his time as Opposition leader and difficulties associated with reinvigorating the Opposition. He talks about coalition arrangements and debates over which party would take on the leadership in the 2006 election. He states that when he took over the leadership in 2003 he did not think he would still be leading the party when it returned to government. He was interested in rebuilding the non-Labor side of politics.
Lawrence Springborg discusses Beattie's media skills and the Smart State policy. He describes Smart State as building on the work of earlier governments.
Lawrence Springborg discusses policy issues he dealt with as minister. He describes the beginnings of coal seam gas, compulsory property acquisition, water and state ownership of land. He outlines the challenges of being a parliamentarian and minister.
Rob Whiddon describes the role of Smart State in overturning Queensland's reputation. He describes Queensland as the Athens of the North and the resentment from other states. He discusses the international recognition of Queensland as the Smart State.
