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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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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Utopia Season 3 Episode 1 - Blue Sky Thinking
    7.6/10(60 votes)

    #1 - Blue Sky Thinking

    S3:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Utopia Season 1 Episode 1 - Wood for the Trees
    7.7/10(112 votes)

    #2 - Wood for the Trees

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Utopia Season 2 Episode 3 - Keep Out: Public Property
    7.9/10(59 votes)

    #3 - Keep Out: Public Property

    S2:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Utopia Season 3 Episode 8 - Independence Day
    7.9/10(43 votes)

    #4 - Independence Day

    S3:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Utopia Season 1 Episode 4 - Onwards and Upwards
    8.0/10(81 votes)

    #5 - Onwards and Upwards

    S1:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Utopia Season 1 Episode 7 - The First Project
    8.0/10(68 votes)

    #6 - The First Project

    S1:E7

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Utopia Season 2 Episode 5 - Terminal Problems
    8.0/10(57 votes)

    #7 - Terminal Problems

    S2:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Utopia Season 2 Episode 6 - Starting the Conversation
    8.0/10(57 votes)

    #8 - Starting the Conversation

    S2:E6

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Utopia Season 2 Episode 8 - Summit Attempt
    8.0/10(58 votes)

    #9 - Summit Attempt

    S2:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Utopia Season 3 Episode 2 - Smart Cities
    8.0/10(52 votes)

    #10 - Smart Cities

    S3:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Utopia Season 5 Episode 4 - Tunnel Vision
    8.0/10(47 votes)

    #11 - Tunnel Vision

    S5:E4

    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 by a group of school kids on green energy initiatives.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Utopia Season 1 Episode 2 - Protected Species
    8.1/10(90 votes)

    #12 - Protected Species

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Utopia Season 1 Episode 3 - Very Fast Turnover
    8.1/10(86 votes)

    #13 - Very Fast Turnover

    S1:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Utopia Season 2 Episode 4 - Dot Dot Dot
    8.1/10(60 votes)

    #14 - Dot Dot Dot

    S2:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. Utopia Season 3 Episode 3 - Nation Shapers
    8.1/10(49 votes)

    #15 - Nation Shapers

    S3:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Utopia Season 3 Episode 5 - Start Up
    8.1/10(49 votes)

    #16 - Start Up

    S3:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Utopia Season 4 Episode 6 - Ticks Of Approval
    8.1/10(44 votes)

    #17 - Ticks Of Approval

    S4:E6

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Utopia Season 1 Episode 5 - Arts and Minds
    8.2/10(77 votes)

    #18 - Arts and Minds

    S1:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Utopia Season 1 Episode 8 - The Whole Enchilada
    8.2/10(65 votes)

    #19 - The Whole Enchilada

    S1:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Utopia Season 2 Episode 1 - A Fresh Start
    8.2/10(70 votes)

    #20 - A Fresh Start

    S2:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Utopia Season 2 Episode 2 - Shovel's Ready
    8.2/10(63 votes)

    #21 - Shovel's Ready

    S2:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Utopia Season 3 Episode 4 - Clause For Concern
    8.2/10(53 votes)

    #22 - Clause For Concern

    S3:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Utopia Season 4 Episode 5 - The Blame Game
    8.2/10(49 votes)

    #23 - The Blame Game

    S4:E5

    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'.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Utopia Season 5 Episode 8 - Wide Awoke
    8.2/10(35 votes)

    #24 - Wide Awoke

    S5:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Utopia Season 5 Episode 1 - The Buck Stops Where?
    8.3/10(57 votes)

    #25 - The Buck Stops Where?

    S5:E1

    The beleaguered staff of the NBA are still trying to get the job done in the face of endless backflips, government interference and ever-shifting priorities. Tony and Scott investigate prolonged delays on a freeway upgrade.

    Director:Rob Sitch
    Writers:Santo Cilauro, Rob Sitch, Tom Gleisner

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Blue Sky Thinking" is the worst rated episode of "Utopia". It scored 7.6/10 based on 60 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/19/2017. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Wood for the Trees".