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Utopia (AU) - S03E07 - On the Defence
 

Utopia (AU) season 3 episode 7

On the Defence

 
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.
 
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Utopia (AU) / S03E07 : On the Defence
Season 3, Episode 7 | Aired on August 30, 2017 | TV-PG | 30 min. | ABC (AU)
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EPISODES
Season 3
Season 3
Season 3
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
 
 
  • Utopia (AU) - Episode 1 - Blue Sky Thinking
    Episode 1
    Blue Sky Thinking
  • Utopia (AU) - Episode 2 - Smart Cities
    Episode 2
    Smart Cities
  • Utopia (AU) - Episode 3 - Nation Shapers
    Episode 3
    Nation Shapers
  • Utopia (AU) - Episode 4 - Clause For Concern
    Episode 4
    Clause For Concern
  • Utopia (AU) - Episode 5 - Start Up
    Episode 5
    Start Up
  • Utopia (AU) - Episode 6 - Snouts in the Trough
    Episode 6
    Snouts in the Trough
  • Utopia (AU) - Episode 7 - On the Defence
    Episode 7
    On the Defence
  • Utopia (AU) - Episode 8 - Independence Day
    Episode 8
    Independence Day

Utopia (AU) season 3 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

In a bureaucratic comedy of errors, the Prime Minister announces a major nation-building initiative, causing confusion and hilarity in the office. Amidst sorting emails and dealing with the eccentric safety auditor Dennis, the team grapples with the perplexing Defence White Paper. Nat, juggling a job offer from the PM's office, encounters bureaucratic chaos in Canberra, opting to stay in her current role. The episode satirizes government inefficiency and red tape, culminating in a still unresolved confusion over the White Paper's purpose and relevance.

Full Episode S03E07 Recap

### Nation Building Announcement - The Prime Minister announces a massive nation-building project with a budget ranging from $10 billion to $75 billion. - The project is described as a transformative opportunity for Australia, focusing on infrastructure and national security. - A White Paper outlining the project's details is scheduled for release, aiming to provide a blueprint for the next decade. ### Office Scene: Sorting Emails and Planning for a Safety Audit - In the office, there's a discussion about sorting out priority emails from spam and junk. - There's a mention of a safety audit to be conducted by Dennis, much to the team's reluctance, as they recall a similar, unproductive audit last year. ### The Safety Audit Begins - Dennis arrives for the risk and safety assessment, highlighting potential hazards like a desk fan, leading to anecdotes about safety incidents. - Discussions about upcoming meetings and an unexpected call from the PM's office occur amidst the audit. ### The Defence White Paper Discussion - A meeting with Melanie from the PM's office discusses the Defence White Paper, which seems confusing and overly complex. - The team struggles to understand the White Paper's content, and Melanie suggests getting external expertise for a review. ### The Continuing Safety Audit and the Challenge of the White Paper - The safety audit continues with Dennis pointing out more potential hazards, causing disruptions. - Meanwhile, the team is still baffled by the Defence White Paper, failing to grasp its key points or recommendations. ### Job Offer from the PM's Office - Nat receives a job offer from the Prime Minister's office for a senior advisory role on infrastructure. - There's a humorous interlude about various misunderstandings and miscommunications related to emails and office safety. ### Attempting to Decipher the Defence White Paper - The team makes various attempts to understand the Defence White Paper, consulting different sources for clarity but remains confused. - The narrative is interspersed with ongoing office safety checks and the absurdity of the risks pointed out by Dennis. ### Nat's Visit to the PM's Office - Nat visits the PM's office in Canberra for a meeting about the job offer but faces bureaucratic confusion and delays. - Back at the office, there's ongoing frustration with the Defence White Paper and its vague, unclear content. ### Concluding the Safety Audit and the Defence White Paper - The safety audit concludes with a comprehensive risk register presented by Dennis, despite the team's skepticism about its usefulness. - Nat decides to stay in her current job after experiencing the disorganization at the PM's office. - The episode ends with the team still puzzled over the Defence White Paper, highlighting the irony of spending billions to protect trade with China from China itself.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the budget for the Prime Minister's nation-building project?

The budget ranges from $10 billion to $75 billion.

What is the purpose of the nation-building project announced by the Prime Minister?

The project focuses on infrastructure and national security as part of a transformative opportunity for Australia.

What is the Defence White Paper?

The Defence White Paper is a document outlining Australia's national security strategy for the next decade.

Who is Dennis and what is his role in the episode?

Dennis is responsible for conducting a risk and safety assessment in the office.

What issues do the team face with the Defence White Paper?

The team finds the Defence White Paper confusing and struggles to understand its key points and recommendations.

Who is Melanie and what is her proposal regarding the Defence White Paper?

Melanie, from the PM's office, suggests getting external expertise to review the Defence White Paper.

What job offer does Nat receive from the Prime Minister's office?

Nat is offered a senior advisory role on infrastructure.

How does the team react to the safety audit conducted by Dennis?

The team is skeptical and annoyed by the perceived absurdity and intrusiveness of the safety audit.

What conclusion does the team reach about the Defence White Paper?

The team remains puzzled and finds the White Paper's content vague, especially regarding the spending to protect trade with China from China.

Does Nat accept the job offer from the Prime Minister's office?

No, Nat decides to stay in her current job after experiencing the disorganization at the PM's office.

 
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