Stephen Pokawin states that at that time in Port Moresby independence was not an issue, at UPNG most teachers were Australians, and that independence did not become an issue for him until the aftermath of the 1972 election. He remembers the visit of the United Nations mission to Manus Island in 1962 and the discussions surrounding independence.
Lawrence Titimur discusses working with the personnel of the Public Service Commission and the debates at university around independence. He notes a lack of excitement concerning independence and the departure of many Chinese.
Lawrence Titimur discusses the influence of a UN visiting mission in the mid-1960s on the independence movement. He outlines his father's involvement with the education of his large clan.
Jean Kekedo comments on Australian preparations for independence and the role of administrators and reflects on her role as a change manager in various departments and agencies. She discusses her turbulent relationship with the minister while managing director of Forestry.
