Llew Edwards discusses the main issues that he encountered during his time as Health Minister. He describes the situation in Queensland Health at the time when it was entirely funded by the state. He describes the standard of medicine practised as very high but the quality of facilities as extremely poor. He describes the policy commitment to rebuilding hospitals, and the large expenditure to achieve this.
Joan Sheldon discusses Queensland's status as a low tax state. She outlines her views on asset sales, with specific reference to electricity, water and airports.
Wayne Goss reflects on the challenges of funding and reforming the health service, including the unsuccessful regional model, and the implementation of the 10 year hospital rebuilding schedule continued by successive governments.
Mike Ahern discusses the fisheries industry and the move towards sound resource management. He comments on state spending on hospitals and about financial waste in the hospital system.
