Bill Hewitt delves into the leaderships styles of the various National Party premiers and Liberal leaders and some of the significant events of the era. He gives his views on the replacement of Mike Ahern as premier.
David Hamill outlines the strategies he used to win the 1983 state election including involvement from the branch and door knocking. He discusses the turmoil surrounding Liberal leadership and the coalition between the Liberal and National parties.
David recalls his election in 1983. After returning from a Rhodes Scholarship, he worked as a part time tutor at the University of Queensland. He describes how he adopted a scientific approach to the campaign, mapping the needs of the electorate to create an informed understanding.
Leo Hielscher discusses working with the CoG and the government. He discusses the role of the loan council in funding capital works. He describes seeking a loan from the World Bank.
