Paul Fennelly talks about gaining access to the different levels of government as a spokesperson on behalf of various industries. He mentions some of the Queensland government figures that he found attentive to his representations. He compares these activities to his experiences while working for AI Group in Victoria and the different industrial environment in that state.
Bob Gleeson comments on the social ferment of the 1960s and 1970s that did not filter through to the bush, although they actively discussed and supported many of the issues within their branch. He reflects on the major social policy issues which became part of the ALP platform, including medicare, workers compensation and annual leave.
Darryl Noack discusses some of the union campaigns that he has been involved with, including the political 'Your Rights At Work' campaign and the successful union-led campaign to reinstate 'Journey Claims' after the Borbidge government abolished them in 1996. He comments on the lack of environmental campaigns.
