Norma Jones reflects on the recovery of the ALP from the 1974 election rout and the importance of the change to the Goss leadership and the role of Peter Beattie and Wayne Swan in the party administration.
Tony McGrady discusses his move into politics. He describes competing for the seat of Kennedy in the 1972 election, his move into the Mount Isa local council in 1973, his election as mayor and the subsequent move into State politics in 1989.
Mike Reynolds reflects on the ongoing turmoil in the Labor Party in the 1980s, the way this impacted on the party electorally, and the divisive qualities of Peter Beattie.
Terry Hampson outlines the way the post-intervention cohesion in the party allowed Labor to present itself as an alternative government, and the importance of their progressive policy.
Terry Hampson details taking up the position of ALP state secretary in 1988, and the work done within the party, particularly by Peter Beattie, which enabled Labor to win the 1989 election.
Lesley Clark discusses her experiences as a woman in parliament. She reflects on the campaign to achieve affirmative action in the Labor Party. She discusses the implementation of penalties for failing to reach quotas. She talks about the approaches of other countries and parties.
