Bob Henricks discusses starting his electrical apprenticeship and his union involvement. He recalls that Col Emery in the ETU was one of his mentors. He discusses his involvement in campaigns, as the workplace ETU Shop Steward and then an organiser.
Bob Gleeson discusses participation in the union and compulsory union membership. He describes the unions' activities on behalf of their members, in particular AWU Organiser, Alf Kain and his style of industrial negotiation with employers.
Michael Weise reflects on his development and growth as a unionist, the people who mentored him at the beginning of his career, and his sense of achievement in educating and helping other workers.
Michael Weise describes how he became passionate about the the union movement through learning about the CFMEU and getting involved in the union process.
Michael Weise explains how he came to be a member of the Construction, Forestry, Mining, and Energy Union (CFMEU) in 1989 when he joined the coal industry in Queensland. He outlines his career path with the CFMEU.
Mary Kelly describes her ascension to the position of President of the Queensland Teachers Union in 1985. She remained President until 1994. She describes the duties of President and other Executive members.
