ABC comedy Austin returns with more humour, heart and Michael Theo

Wollongong's Michael Theo on returning to TV screens and scoring a Logies nomination

Michael Theo, from Love on the Spectrum to potential Logie winner, reprises his role in Austin.

ABC comedy Austin returns with more humour, heart and Michael Theo

There is much to rejoice about this Australian and British comedy drama co-production, which shines with a beautifully peculiar wit.

Cast new and old join Michael Theo in Canberra

Austin star Michael Theo misses Canberra when he’s not here. The Love on the Spectrum star was in Canberra in early 2025 to film season two of the ABC comedy series. “Being in Canberra was just as fun as the first time,” he told CD. “To some degree, I miss it. “It was great to be among the familiar scenes again and seeing the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, Lake Burley Griffin and once again staying at the Burbury Hotel.” Despite growing up only hou…