Jim O'Sullivan discusses the establishment of the Fitzgerald Inquiry following media exposure of the corruption, the initial difficulty of assembling evidence, and political pressure to end the inquiry.
Bob Anderson discusses his philosophy regarding any regrets relating to his time involved with trade union activity, as well as what he saw as highlights. He discusses involvement in situations relating to the South African Springboks rugby team visiting Brisbane and Apartheid issues as memorable events in his career.
Sallyanne Atkinson discusses her time as a journalist, interrupting her career to start a family. She states that she stopped being a full-time journalist in 1964 but she has continued to write individual pieces.
Peter Coaldrake discusses the reform of the Senior Executive Service (SES) and influences behind the reforms. He reflects on the criticism that the SES was being populated with academics and 'Mexicans' (from outside of Queensland).
Lawrence Springborg discusses the role of Opposition leader and reflects on the challenges presented by short media cycles, the rise of 5-8 second grabs and the lack of media attention focused on Queensland. He states that there is a high degree of agreement across parties and discusses some of the points of disagreement.
Peter Ellis discusses his experience of the difficult times surrounding the Queensland Police Union and the Memorandum of Understanding controversy. He goes on to note the relationship between the Borbidge Government, the public service and the media.
Peter Ellis discusses his relationship with Rob Borbidge leading up to his appointment as Coordinator General. He describes, the Borbidge State Strategic Plan and how his work in Premier's was to develop this. He notes the challenges of the early months in the Borbidge Government with leaked cabinet submissions and how he combated this.
