Paul Fennelly describes the addition of the Innovation portfolio to the State Development Department under the Beattie Government. He comments on the machinery of government changes following elections generally, and on the changes specifically to State Development while he was Director General.
Paul Fennelly outlines his department's role in supporting the Research & Development sector and attracting high-technology industries and researchers to Queensland. He comments on the success that university vice-chancellors enjoyed in lobbying the Beattie Government. He states that this 'innovation' agenda was driven by Premier Beattie who enjoyed close links with research industry figures.
Terry Hogan recalls what he considers his proudest achievements in his time in the public service. He ponders whether there might have been different outcomes to some issues if he'd stayed longer in the public service.
Terry Hogan outlines education reforms that coincided with the early phase of the Smart State strategy. He recalls that some education initiatives of this period were proposed earlier during the Goss years. He adds that Smart State helped build stronger relationships between the government and universities.
John Hay discusses infrastructure decisions in relation to the Institutes of Research Excellence. He discusses the aesthetic and architectural considerations required when making building additions.
John Hay comments on the location of some Australian universities in relation to city centres. He comments on the role of adjunct positions in fostering interactions between universities and professions.
John Hay comments on the funding support from both the state and federal governments. He speaks on the role of philanthropy in universities and the differences between American and Australian universities.
George Britten speaks about his involvement with other street marches in the early 1970s as well as peace organisations. He talks about his educational involvement with university students at Caloundra.
Stan Heilbron discusses his contact with academics at James Cook University. He comments on the relationship between the Parents and Citizens Association and students.
