Bob Gibbs

David Williams - 00:59:32

Interview: 
David Williams
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00:59:32

David Williams describes his part in the state government's decision to renovate the football stadium at Brisbane's Lang Park. He notes that, despite controversy surrounding the decision, it was a more cost-effective option than alternative proposals such as redevelopment of the RNA showgrounds near the Royal Brisbane Hospital.

David Williams - 00:48:04

Interview: 
David Williams
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00:48:04

David Williams recalls his move back to the role of Director General after the Beattie government won office in 1998. He speaks about additional administrative changes and the positioning of agencies in his department's different portfolio areas. He mentions how having a new and junior Minister later impacted upon his role.

David Williams - 00:36:56

Interview: 
David Williams
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00:36:56

David Williams talks about his working relations with different Ministers and dealing with changes to the structure of government departments. He comments on how public service executives can have to prove themselves to new Ministers. He describes the period of administrative transition after the Borbidge government came to office, and appointments to the boards of GOCs.

David Williams - 00:26:02

Interview: 
David Williams
Time: 
00:26:02

David Williams comments on the challenges of stepping into the role of Director General from the Events Corporation. He recalls his surprise at the professionalism and intellectual rigour within different levels of the public service. He speaks of the importance of administrative processes and personnel management in handling his department's different portfolio areas.

Lindsay Jones - 00:59:11

Interview: 
Lindsay Jones
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00:59:11

Lindsay Jones discusses the influence of the Masonic Lodge in the ALP.

Lindsay Jones - 00:04:50

Interview: 
Lindsay Jones
Time: 
00:04:50

Lindsay Jones discusses the leadership of the Trades Hall Group (THG) including those from the sectarian group (the Masonic Lodge), namely Jack Egerton, Tom Burton, Bob Gibbs and Neville Warburton.

Janice Mayes - 00:14:20

Interview: 
Janice Mayes
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00:14:20

Janice Mayes explains the role of the union in assisting casual workers in the face of TAB Queensland's privitisation.

Jim Elder - 01:17:48

Interview: 
Jim Elder
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01:17:48
Jim Elder discusses industry development and the efforts made to attract businesses to Queensland.

Terry Mackenroth - 00:26:33

Interview: 
Terry Mackenroth
Time: 
00:26:33
Terry Mackenroth discusses the role of factions in the appointment of the cabinet during the Goss Government.

Molly Robson - 00:31:10

Interview: 
Molly Robson
Time: 
00:31:10
Molly Robson discusses election mandates, party policy and the Labor Party conference. She notes her ministerial appointment and how a variety of professional and personal experiences prepared her for the Environment portfolio. She comments on the previous Environment Minister, Patrick Comben.
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