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A biography of Joh Bjelke-Petersen, the longest-serving premier of Queensland and a controversial conservative politician. Learn about his early life, political career, corruption scandals, and legacy.
3 de may. de 2019 · Joh Bjelke-Petersen was Queensland's longest-serving premier, but also a controversial figure who faced corruption allegations and split the federal Coalition in 1987. Learn how his rigid control, anti-democratic stance and repressive policies shaped Queensland's history and politics.
8 de may. de 2013 · The longest serving Premier of Queensland, Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen, interview and documentary with reporter George Negus.
1 de ene. de 2018 · The former Queensland premier resigned after a leadership spill amid corruption allegations, media pressure and economic crisis. The 1987 cabinet documents reveal his control, distractions and controversial deals that contributed to his downfall.
Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen, who died on Saturday night aged 94, had something in common with George W. Bush: he once told John Howard that if the Liberals were not with him they were against him.
A biography of the former Queensland premier who won six elections and clashed with federal Labor prime minister Gough Whitlam. Learn about his rise to power, his controversial policies, his corruption scandals and his legacy.
5 de mar. de 2013 · Why was Joh Bjelke-Petersen one of the last to leave Cunnamulla that day? Only he and his private secretary, Wilcox, remained for the late flight.
