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Utopia

TV Series · 2014

Utopia

Comedy · Ended

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Synopsis

Set inside the offices of the “Nation Building Authority”, a federal government organisation responsible for overseeing major infrastructure projects, Utopia explores that moment when bureaucracy and grand dreams collide.

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Seasons & episodes

Season 1 (8 ep)
  • 1. Wood for the Trees

    Aug 13, 2014 · 26 min

    Attempts to sign an international development deal are compromised by Rhonda's decision to redesign the NBA's logo. Nat has to find room for a community garden within a waterfront development.

  • 2. Protected Species

    Aug 20, 2014 · 26 min

    Tony is forced to step in when an endangered grass threatens to derail plans for a new container terminal. Rhonda is convinced that the NBA needs a major overhaul of its website.

  • 3. Very Fast Turnover

    Aug 27, 2014 · 26 min

    A trip to Canberra leads to Tony being forced to investigate the feasibility of building a very fast train. Amy decides to conduct an office safety audit.

  • 4. Onwards and Upwards

    Sep 3, 2014 · 27 min

    Tony is reluctantly dragged in when the developer of a low-rise inner city building project decides he wants to double the height of his apartment block... and then triple it again.

  • 5. Arts and Minds

    Sep 10, 2014 · 27 min

    The decision to include roadside art on a major highway upgrade leads to controversy. Things go from bad to worse when Tony's visit to a primary school results in the actual launch of Australia's first space program.

  • 6. Then We Can Build It

    Sep 17, 2014 · 27 min

    Concerned that Tasmania's infrastructure needs have been overlooked, Jim sends Tony and the team south for a series of public forums.

  • 7. The First Project

    Sep 24, 2014 · 26 min

    Slightly disillusioned by his first 11 months in the job, Tony thinks back to when it all began. The launch of the NBA was a great success but within weeks Jim was at his door, desperate for some sort of new public announcement.

  • 8. The Whole Enchilada

    Oct 1, 2014 · 28 min

    Tony is forced to evaluate plans for expanding the Ord River Scheme. Nat has issues with a stalled highway upgrade. Unfortunately for them the rest of the office is distracted by plans for a Mexican-themed anniversary party.

Season 2 (8 ep)
  • 1. A Fresh Start

    Aug 19, 2015 · 27 min

    It's a new year and Tony is determined to focus on big things. Unfortunately, small things get in the way. Meanwhile, Nat's attempts to assist a local community unleash a multi-billion dollar government initiative.

  • 2. Shovel's Ready

    Aug 26, 2015 · 26 min

    After years of meticulous planning nothing can prevent a major tunnelling project getting started. Except Rhonda. Meanwhile Nat makes the fatal mistake of asking HR for help.

  • 3. Keep Out: Public Property

    Sep 2, 2015 · 25 min

    Tony and his team are forced to justify why a new foreshore park now seems to have very little park. Nat is desperate for a parcel to arrive and the entire office gets caught up in Healthy Heart Week.

  • 4. Dot Dot Dot

    Sep 9, 2015 · 27 min

    When the Government announces 'Education Nation' it is met with rapturous praise. Only one problem - no one knows what it is. Nat is tasked with handling a Freedom of Information request.

  • 5. Terminal Problems

    Sep 16, 2015 · 28 min

    After months of working on a major new project Jim asks Tony for one small change. He wants the project killed. Rhonda nominates Nat to be keynote speaker at a conference.

  • 6. Starting the Conversation

    Sep 23, 2015 · 26 min

    Tony refuses to be drawn into a planning dispute. Meanwhile, Rhonda is keen to raise the NBA's level of online engagement, leading to social media mayhem.

  • 7. Reporting for Duty

    Sep 30, 2015 · 26 min

    When the business case for a new cross-city tunnel proves hopeless there is only one thing to do - find another business case. Nat is determined to sack an inept worker and Amy completes a barista course.

  • 8. Summit Attempt

    Oct 7, 2015 · 26 min

    Tony's attempt at a holiday is derailed by the arrival of a new minister, a wifi upgrade and Rhonda. Plans for an infrastructure conference become complicated when Karsten gets involved.

Season 3 (8 ep)
  • 1. Blue Sky Thinking

    Jul 19, 2017 · 25 min

    Jim and Rhonda force Tony to help step in and save a flawed government scheme. Nat is driven mad by a local council worried about a proposed development.

  • 2. Smart Cities

    Jul 26, 2017 · 25 min

    Rhonda forces Tony to be keynote speaker at the Smart Cities conference. Nat is looking set for a promotion until Beverley from HR decides to step in. The arrival of a new couch has unintended consequences.

  • 3. Nation Shapers

    Aug 2, 2017 · 26 min

    Nat is asked to help out the Minister with a problem-plagued I.T. project. Meanwhile, a poor radio interview sees Tony forced to undertake media training.

  • 4. Clause For Concern

    Aug 9, 2017 · 27 min

    The NBA team is asked to help out with the sale of a port; Rhonda decides it is time for a digital upgrade; and Tony is forced to spend a night outdoors in the name of charity.

  • 5. Start Up

    Aug 16, 2017 · 28 min

    Fresh from a trip to Silicon Valley, Jim asks Tony for help getting the Government involved in the world of start-ups. Meanwhile, a complaint from an ex-employee sees Nat accused of bullying.

  • 6. Snouts In The Trough

    Aug 23, 2017 · 26 min

    Jim and Rhonda ask Tony for help building a new airport rail link, but Tony's proposal shocks them both. Meanwhile, Nat has her entire week derailed by a tweet.

  • 7. On The Defence

    Aug 30, 2017 · 27 min

    With a major defence white paper about to be launched Jim and Rhonda ask Tony for help. Meanwhile Nat is summoned to Canberra for an exciting new job. Back at the office it is time for a Risk and Safety audit.

  • 8. Independence Day

    Sep 6, 2017 · 27 min

    After threatening to resign Tony is offered his own independent infrastructure board but Jim has his own ideas about the word "independent". Rhonda & Beverley decide it's time for a new office reporting structure.

Season 4 (8 ep)
  • 1. The Law's The Law

    Aug 21, 2019 · 25 min

    Tony and Jim clash over the best way to tackle high level company tax fraud. Keen to launch a major Government report, Rhonda seeks help from a well-known television personality.

  • 2. Working With Children

    Aug 28, 2019 · 26 min

    The arrival of a work experience student leads to unexpected Ministerial developments. Nat is invited to join a prestigious board but soon finds herself clashing with the Chair.

  • 3. Pipe Dreams

    Sep 4, 2019 · 25 min

    Tony's opportunity to pitch an important proposal is undermined by computer issues. Nat and Rhonda are forced to deal with community backlash from a prematurely-announced construction project.

  • 4. Mission Creeps

    Sep 11, 2019 · 28 min

    Tony is asked by the Minister to oversee the implementation on a new electronic I.D card scheme. Nat and Ash must face the fact that their expensive wildlife project preservation may not have actually preserved any wildlife.

  • 5. The Blame Game

    Sep 18, 2019 · 26 min

    Tony is forced to defend himself when Jim and Rhonda try to blame a failed project on the NBA. Nat and Ash prepare for an important overseas trade delegation. And the new office security system proves a little too 'secure'.

  • 6. Ticks Of Approval

    Sep 25, 2019 · 27 min

    A routine urban development project proves surprisingly difficult for Tony when multiple Government departments get involved. Nat is forced to assist the Minister with a major challenge - choosing this year's Christmas cards.

  • 7. Levers Of Power

    Oct 2, 2019 · 24 min

    Tony is on the verge of completing a major report when Rhonda invites an ABC documentary crew to spend a week in the NBA offices. And the NBA staff are divided over an important issue of office catering.

  • 8. The Ghost of Christmas Future

    Oct 9, 2019 · 25 min

    Following a trip to Canberra Tony finds himself at loggerheads with Rhonda and Jim after he refuses to back a major new government initiative. Nat and Ash are forced to break some bad news to the Minister.

Season 5 (1 ep)
  • 8. Wide Awoke

    Jul 26, 2023 · 28 min

    Nat and Ash work on deciphering who owns the title on an historic project. Tony's important presentation is derailed by Rhonda's insistence that the office undergoes an E.S.G pulse check. Brian works on securing the building.

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