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.
Cast: Rob Sitch, Celia Pacquola, Dave Lawson
MHDCC
8 episodes
1. Wood for the TreesAttempts 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.MCC26minAug 13, 2014
2. Protected SpeciesTony 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.MCC26minAug 20, 2014
3. Very Fast TurnoverA 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.MCC26minAug 27, 2014
4. Onwards and UpwardsTony 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. MCC27minSep 3, 2014
5. Arts and MindsThe 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.MCC27minSep 10, 2014
6. Then We Can Build ItConcerned that Tasmania's infrastructure needs have been overlooked, Jim sends Tony and the team south for a series of public forums.MCC27minSep 17, 2014
7. The First ProjectSlightly 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.MCC26minSep 24, 2014
8. The Whole EnchiladaTony 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.MCC28minOct 1, 2014
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Utopia
★ 7.1/1020145 seasons40 episodesEnded
A blurred vision for Australia's future.
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.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Rob Gleisner, Rob Sitch, Santo Cilauro
- Studio
- Working Dog
Maturity rating
MCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
