Queensland Rail

Greg Moran - 00:02:11

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Greg Moran
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00:02:11

Greg Moran discusses living in the northern suburbs of Brisbane and the sectarian underpinnings of life in those days. He recalls starting work as a clerk in the Queensland Railways, a full union shop, and remembers joining the ALP, Brisbane Young Labor, at age 17 in meetings at Arch and Kathy Bevis' house where there was a big focus on issues like anti-uranium and anti-nuclear power.

Matt Foley - 00:59:42

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Matt Foley
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00:59:42

Matt Foley speaks further on industrial relations, the introduction of Enterprise Bargaining and the role of employee groups. He discusses the training and employment aspects of his portfolio.

Stan Heilbron - 00:07:40

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Stan Heilbron
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00:07:40

Stan Heilbron recalls the union positions he has held over the years particularly within the Federated Clerks Union. He discusses his decision to move to Townsville.

Jack Hutton - 00:31:17

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Jack Hutton
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00:31:17

Jack Hutton describes some of the campaigns and strikes that took place amongst the railway workers.

Jack Hutton - 00:28:56

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Jack Hutton
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00:28:56

Jack Hutton reflects on his relationship with unionist Fred Thompson and Thompson's reputation in the union movement more widely. he discusses the laws and authority of the railways. 

Jack Hutton - 00:23:07

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Jack Hutton
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00:23:07

Jack Hutton speaks about his return to the railways following the opening of the Burdekin Bridge, and the reputation of the Trades and Labor Council.

Jack Hutton - 00:02:34

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Jack Hutton
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00:02:34

Jack Hutton talks about receiving an apprenticeship with the railways in Townsville, Queensland, at the age of 15.

John Mickel - 01:04:24

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John Mickel
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01:04:24

John Mickel pinpoints the privatisation of the retail arm of Energex as his best decision. He also discusses the sale of the airports as another positive move.

Denver Beanland - 00:17:59

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Denver Beanland
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00:17:59

Denver Beanland discusses the history of Queensland's rail networks and the burden they placed on the State budget and the introduction of private enterprise.

Peter Henneken - 01:27:04

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Peter Henneken
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01:27:04
Peter Henneken provides a macro view of the changes in the public service and the role of government.
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