Vince Dobinson recounts how Joh Bjelke-Petersen applauded him in parliament for his leadership of the Queensland branch of the BLF in the wake of the deregistration of the Southern branches. He discusses Gallagher's interference with the branch as well as a march protesting safety conditions on the Suncorp building during construction.
Denver Beanland details the Borbidge government's losing office after 1998 election, with particular emphasis on the influence of One Nation and the introduction of gun laws. He discusses the impact of poor decisions by the government, such as floating the TAB and the amalgamation of Suncorp Metway.
Joan Sheldon discusses Queensland's status as a low tax state. She outlines her views on asset sales, with specific reference to electricity, water and airports.
Joan Sheldon outlines the debate surrounding the privatisation of Suncorp, QIDC and Metway Bank. She discusses the controversy surrounding the government decision to buy Metway so it could become part of a package with Suncorp.
Joan Sheldon discusses education funding and the importance of education. She states her views on privatisation in the context of the debate surrounding the privatisation of school cleaners. She discusses the devolution of power to schools and principals.
David Watson discusses the Mundingburra by-election. He details the public service hit list and comments on appointments of directors general. He discusses his role as parliamentary secretary to the Treasurer and recalls the privatisation of Suncorp.
Gerard Bradley describes the circumstances under which he was informed by Joan Sheldon that he was no longer Under Treasurer. He notes the mentorship of John Hall in helping him through this difficult time.
Rob Borbidge discusses his disappointments and achievements. He cites the privatisation/merger of Suncorp Metway as among his proudest moments and delves into party preferencing arrangements with One Nation in the 2001 election when talking about his disappointments. He suggests that this was a great boon to the Beattie Labor government.
