This week on iHeart Tassie, John Fabris talks to Rosevears MLC Jo Palmer about her decision to quit news and enter the cut-throat world of Tasmanian politics.

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The Tasmanian Craft Fair is the largest display, sale and working demonstration of all types of crafts in the Southern Hemisphere, held annually in Deloraine in Tasmania's north.

In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Olivia Hicks takes a look at the popular event which kicks off on November 1.

How has the craft fair grown and changed over the years? Why is it so popular? And what impact has it had on the Tasmanian economy?

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Seniors Week runs from October 14-20, with this year's theme "Connecting Generations".

In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Isabella Gaylor explores how Tasmania's older generation can get involved in the Seniors Week festivities, and how we can all work towards building a more integrated society.

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This week on iHeart Tassie, talking with entrepreneurial visionaries in this state.
Errol Stewart weighs into the AFL stadium for Hobart and Stuart Webster unveils grand plans for ZooDoo.

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This week on iHeart Tassie, John Fabris explores the already blossoming wine industry in Tasmania and its incredible expansion opportunities.

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At the beginning of September, a series of strong cold fronts brought a dangerous mix of damaging to destructive winds, heavy rain, flooding and snowfalls to Tasmania.

The severe weather caused widespread power outages, leaving thousands of homes and businesses in the dark.  

During this time, the Tasmania State Emergency Service received 1,442 calls and responded to 900 incidents.

In this episode of iHeart Tassie, we learn about the importance of our SES volunteers, and how you can get involved.

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This week, John Fabris sits down with Tasmanian Senator and JLN party leader Jacqui Lambie, and JLN state MP Andrew Jenner.

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In this week's episode of iHeart Tassie, Olivia Hicks explores Tasmania's mental health for R U OK? Day.

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Last month, RSPCA Tasmania shut down operations at one of the state’s most notorious puppy breeders, Tasmanian Labradoodles. 

Now, the organisation is looking to shut down all puppy farming across Tasmania. 

In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Britt Aylen explores the local dog breeding industry, asking how can you be sure you’re shopping ethically, when looking for a furry friend? 

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This week, John Fabris speaks to Saul Eslake about his damning report into the state's finances.

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