David Williams describes how he accepted a position in 1985 as head of the Department of Sport & Recreation in Tasmania under Liberal premier Robin Gray. He recalls how he had gained a reputation in sports management after involvement in the staging of the 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games and on the committee organising Brisbane's bid for the 1992 Olympics.
David Williams discusses his early life in Wales and on the Channel Island of Guernsey, and later his studies and work in several different countries. He tells how his desire to play rugby led him to arrive in Brisbane in the mid-1970s, where he quickly became CEO of the Sports Association at the University of Queensland.
Paul Fennelly talks about his upbringing in Brisbane and his university studies in politics, law and industrial relations. He speaks of beginning his working career as a trainee Industrial Officer with the Metal Trades Industry Association in Queensland, before moving to senior roles in different state offices of the Australian Industry Group (AI Group). He notes his current executive role with the Australian Petroleum Production and Exploration Association (APPEA).
Vince Dobinson describes his entry to the union movement, joining the Builders Labourers Federation (BLF) while working at the University of Queensland in April 1952. He talks about his career progression in the union, describing how he became a delegate and then an organiser in 1962.
John Battams discusses his time at the University of Queensland, and his abstinence from political life at this point. He reflects on various demonstrations he participated in during this time.
John Battams discusses his childhood in Mackay, his parents and his early exposure to politics and unions. He summarises his time at university and his first job as a teacher.
Ian Brusasco outlines that he was admitted to the University of Queensland to study medicine but after a severe illness he transferred to pharmacy which at that time involved an apprenticeship. He explains that once he was a qualified pharmacist, he wanted his own business.
Peter Andrews talks about the successes of the Smart State strategy as well as the platform established for further advances in scientific research. He lists some of the individuals playing key roles in the research sector.
Peter Andrews talks about entrepreneurial leaders at the University of Queensland who promoted and significantly expanded the institution's research strengths.
