S01E01 Episode 1
The first of a six part mockumentary series documenting the search for the next Australian of the Year. In this episode we are introduced to the nominees. Phil Olivetti is a policeman from Brisbane who...
We Can Be Heroes: Finding The Australian of the Year
S01E05: Episode 5
The Australian of the Year State finalists are officially notified. Ja'mie receives devastating news that all her sponsor children have died. Phil is rejected as a finalist but lies to his family about the result. It's opening night of Indigeridoo and Ricky has a teary farewell as he takes to the stage for the last time. Daniel is accepted as a finalist but refuses to go to Canberra, while Nathan joyfully tests his new hearing. Pat's farewell party celebrations come to an abrupt end after the doctor delivers some devastating news.
Overview
The daily lives of five very special individuals who are among the thousands of citizens nominated for the prestigious title of Australian of the Year.
Episodes
S01E02 Episode 2
Phil and his family have trouble adjusting to his newfound stardom. Ja'mie's friends come over for a sleepover. Ricky auditions for "Indigeridoo" - a play performed by the Chinese Theatre Group. Daniel and Nathan spend...
S01E03 Episode 3
The nominees get a chance to demonstrate why they should be the Australian of the Year. Phil teaches rescue techniques to a scout group. Ja'mie steps out of her comfort zone to visit one of...
S01E04 Episode 4
The nominees face obstacles on their journey towards the Australian of the Year finals. Phil tries to bribe a judge on the selection committee at a backyard barbeque. Ja'mie promotes her cause in a shock...
S01E05 Episode 5
The Australian of the Year State finalists are officially notified. Ja'mie receives devastating news that all her sponsor children have died. Phil is rejected as a finalist but lies to his family about the result....
S01E06 Episode 6
The nominees head to Canberra for the State finals of the Australian of the Year competition. Ja'mie, ever so generous, brings her Sudanese sponsor child, Sonali, to the awards. Daniel and Nathan are more interested...
Cast
Chris Lilley
Daniel Sims / Ja'mie / Nathan Sims / Pat / Phil / Ricky
Jennifer Byrne
Narrator
Mick Graham
Terry
Chung Jade Koh
Chun
Maria Angelico
Mel
Emma Clapham
Brianna
Adrienne Couper Smith
Emma
Deborah Jones
Kerry
Taylor Potter
Tyson
Tracey Mathers
Shelly
Woody Miles
Jordan
Frieda McKenna
Frieda
