Terry Hogan recalls his move in 2005 from the public service to the Brisbane City Council. He describes the differences in organisational culture between the state government and the council. He outlines the council's responses to water scarcity and the provision of essential services.
Terry Hogan describes how the issue of water management stirred public debate when he headed the Natural Resources Department. He notes that water storage infrastructure and water availability have perennially been policy problems for the Queensland government.
John Mickel discusses his time as Minister for Environment. He describes his focus on water conservation and the changing attitudes to water tanks. He describes his reliance on the department to provide sound advice.
Lawrence Springborg discusses policy issues he dealt with as minister. He describes the beginnings of coal seam gas, compulsory property acquisition, water and state ownership of land. He outlines the challenges of being a parliamentarian and minister.
Peter Ellis discusses the history of the Coordinator General's role and the capital works program. He notes the changes to annual expenditure for these programs. He notes how these projects were flexible regarding such issues as natural disasters.
Martin Tenni discusses the financing of infrastructure projects. He states that financing came from state and federal funding as opposed to private investment. He then discusses some water projects.
Martin Tenni discusses his time as Minister for Water Resources and Maritime Services. He highlights the efforts he put into obtaining adequate financing for the department.
