Ken Smith describes his application and selection for the position of Director General of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Planning. He discusses the importance of Tom Burns' commitment to public housing reform. At this time, he notes, the states moved into home ownership products. He notes the historical shift since the Menzies Government to encourage home ownership.
David Hamill discusses some of the campaign strategies with a focus on the caucus executive group who worked on policy development. He outlines the role of the caucus executive and how he came to be the caucus secretary. He outlines the role of shadow ministers in campaigning for marginal seats.
David Hamill discusses his time in Opposition following his election. He explains some of the tensions involved in the Labor Party, due to factions and the federal intervention into the Queensland branch of the Labor Party.
Peter Beattie discusses his decision to retire from politics, his work to foster talent within the party in order to transition the leadership of the party, and initial resistance to his selection of a female successor.
Peter Beattie talks about his first years in parliament, and the challenge of chairing the PCJC during the CJC investigation into parliamentary travel allowances.
Wayne Goss discusses the organisation of the shadow cabinet and cabinet, and the strategy behind key ministerial appointments like Education as well as Police and Corrections.
