Utopia

Comedy set inside the offices of the "Nation Building Authority", a newly created government organization responsible for overseeing major infrastructure projects.

Genre: Comedy

Cast:Rob Sitch , Celia Pacquola , Dave Lawson , Emma-Louise Wilson , Anthony 'Lehmo' Lehmann , Kitty Flanagan , Dilruk Jayasinha , Nina Oyama , Jamie Robertson , Luke McGregor , Michelle Lim Davidson , Toby Truslove , Mike McLeish , Gregory Caine , Rebecca Massey , Tamara Oudyn , Hayley Butcher , Aaron Cartwright

1Season 1

S1.E1 ∙ Wood for the Trees

Wed, Aug 13, 2014

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.

2Season 1

S1.E2 ∙ Protected Species

Wed, Aug 20, 2014

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.

3Season 1

S1.E3 ∙ Very Fast Turnover

Wed, Aug 27, 2014

Tony is forced to investigate the feasibility of a very fast train. What looks to be a 30-year project is made more difficult by the NBA's inability to retain staff for more than a few months. Amy decides to conduct an office safety audit.

4Season 1

S1.E4 ∙ Onwards and Upwards

Wed, Sep 3, 2014

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.

5Season 1

S1.E5 ∙ Arts and Minds

Wed, Sep 10, 2014

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.

6Season 1

S1.E6 ∙ Then We Can Build It

Wed, Sep 17, 2014

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

7Season 1

S1.E7 ∙ The First Project

Wed, Sep 24, 2014

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.

8Season 1

S1.E8 ∙ The Whole Enchilada

Wed, Oct 1, 2014

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.

1Season 2

S2.E1 ∙ A Fresh Start

Wed, Aug 19, 2015

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.

2Season 2

S2.E2 ∙ Shovels Ready

Wed, Aug 26, 2015

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

3Season 2

S2.E3 ∙ Keep Out - Public Property

Wed, Sep 2, 2015

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.

4Season 2

S2.E4 ∙ Dot Dot Dot

Wed, Sep 9, 2015

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.

5Season 2

S2.E5 ∙ Terminal Problems

Wed, Sep 16, 2015

The team must come up with a plan for a second airport for Sydney Aus.

6Season 2

S2.E6 ∙ Starting the Conversation

Wed, Sep 23, 2015

Tony tries to avoid get sucked into a state planning policy. Nat tries to avoid getting trapped writing a blog.

7Season 2

S2.E7 ∙ Reporting for Duty

Wed, Sep 30, 2015

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.

8Season 2

S2.E8 ∙ Summit Attempt

Wed, Oct 7, 2015

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.

1Season 3

S3.E1 ∙ Blue Sky Thinking

Wed, Jul 19, 2017

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.

2Season 3

S3.E2 ∙ Smart Cities

Wed, Jul 26, 2017

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. And the arrival of a new couch has unintended consequences.

3Season 3

S3.E3 ∙ Nation Shapers

Wed, Aug 2, 2017

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. And plans for a staff dinner create tensions within the NBA office.

4Season 3

S3.E4 ∙ Clause for Concern

Wed, Aug 9, 2017

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

5Season 3

S3.E5 ∙ Start Up

Wed, Aug 16, 2017

Fresh from a trip to Silicon Valley, Jim asks Tony for help getting the Government involved in the world of start-ups.

6Season 3

S3.E6 ∙ Snouts in the Trough

Wed, Aug 23, 2017

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 de-railed by a tweet. And the office welcomes their oldest employee who surprises everyone.

7Season 3

S3.E7 ∙ On the Defence

Wed, Aug 30, 2017

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.

8Season 3

S3.E8 ∙ Independence Day

Wed, Sep 6, 2017

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

1Season 4

S4.E1 ∙ The Law's The Law

Wed, Aug 21, 2019

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.

2Season 4

S4.E2 ∙ Working with Children

Wed, Aug 28, 2019

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.

3Season 4

S4.E3 ∙ Pipe Dreams

Wed, Sep 4, 2019

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.

4Season 4

S4.E4 ∙ Mission Creeps

Wed, Sep 11, 2019

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.

5Season 4

S4.E5 ∙ The Blame Game

Wed, Sep 18, 2019

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'.

6Season 4

S4.E6 ∙ Ticks of Approval

Wed, Sep 25, 2019

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

7Season 4

S4.E7 ∙ Levers of Power

Wed, Oct 2, 2019

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. The NBA staff are divided over an important issue of office catering.

8Season 4

S4.E8 ∙ The Ghost of Christmas Future

Wed, Oct 9, 2019

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.

1Season 5

S5.E1 ∙ The Buck Stops Where?

Wed, Jun 7, 2023

Tony and Scott investigate prolonged delays on a freeway upgrade, while Nat and Ash struggle to engage a newly appointed Assisting Minister. Beverly manages the farewell for an NBA staffer, and the office fridge wreaks technical havoc.

2Season 5

S5.E2 ∙ Grand Designs

Wed, Jun 14, 2023

Tony cops media heat for a solar scheme with poor public uptake, and a completed bypass is held up from opening due to some signage for a problematic monument.

3Season 5

S5.E3 ∙ The Promise Land

Wed, Jun 21, 2023

The Government stalls on an election promise of the NBA moving to independent status and the office undergoes workplace respect training, complicating a prospective romance between Nat and a visiting consultant.

4Season 5

S5.E4 ∙ Tunnel Vision

Wed, Jun 28, 2023

Jim ups security measures while trying to sway the outcome of tenders for an international partnership. Nat is infuriated by her new assistant. The office is challenged on green energy initiatives.

5Season 5

S5.E5 ∙ Lights, Camera, Inaction

Wed, Jul 5, 2023

Tony is frozen out by the Minister when he's reluctant to announce a new project. The NBA comes under scrutiny by UNESCO over the Great Barrier Reef's status. Scott starts an NBA TikTok account.

6Season 5

S5.E6 ∙ Story Time

Wed, Jul 12, 2023

Rhonda forces Tony to fast track a long-term rail project. Nat goes the wrong kind of viral for a problematic photo. Ash investigates a recurring charge on the company account, while adjusting to his new e-scooter.

7Season 5

S5.E7 ∙ Frequently Avoided Questions

Wed, Jul 19, 2023

A security consultant creates stress by leveling up the NBA's cyber safety. Nat faces the consequences of an inept employee. Jim lumps Tony with a freight report the Minister's failed to act upon.

8Season 5

S5.E8 ∙ Wide Awoke

Wed, Jul 26, 2023

Nat and Ash work on 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.