Series synopsis
Darradong Local Council is an Australian comedy television series that premiered on Seven Network on October 26, 2023. It was created by Paul Fenech. It stars Paul Fenech, George Kapiniaris, Melissa Tkautz and Vince Sorrenti.
A dodgy mayor who does sly deals with Chinese property developers. A Greens councillor who wants to boycott Saudi Arabia for its treatment of feral cats. A lazy council worker who refuses to go to the toilet during his smoko break, holding it in so he can “reduce the workday”.
Premise
A dodgy mayor who does sly deals with Chinese property developers. A Greens councillor who wants to boycott Saudi Arabia for its treatment of feral cats. A lazy council worker who refuses to go to the toilet during his smoko break, holding it in so he can “reduce the workday”.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Paul Fenech as Fox
- George Kapiniaris as Theo
- Melissa Tkautz as Tanya
- Vince Sorrenti as Vinnie
- Jon-Bernard Kairouz as Feraz
- James Liotta as Doris 'Jamo' Debono
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 9 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 9 | October 26, 2023 | November 23, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 The media and state government shine a light on the corrupt council of Darradong Shire. Mayor Theo asks Fox to steal lawn furniture for his ex-wife, leading to a massive punch up with council rivals. |
October 26, 2023 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Fox and his crew are accused of being on drugs due to a series of fake news media stories. The Premier demands action from Mayor Theo who decides to drug test the entire staff of Darradong Council. |
November 2, 2023 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Due to so much bad press and allegations of corruption, the state Premier sends a special investigator to Darradong Town Hall to sniff around. Theo asks Fox and Kiwi Bob to steal a bidet for his ex. |
November 2, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Seven Network |
|---|---|
| First aired | October 26, 2023 |
| Last aired | November 23, 2023 |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Thursday at 21:30:00 |