In 1967, the Black Tuesday fires brought devastation to Tasmania.  In this episode of iHeart Tassie, we look back at one of the state's deadliest days, and discuss what we've since learnt about keeping ourselves safe during the bushfire season.

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Tasmania’s functional literacy rate is around 50 percent. That means, around half of the adults in our state are lacking the necessary reading skills to thrive in everyday life. But how did it get this way? And what can adults do to increase their literacy levels? 

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The Hobart Cat Café will be shutting its doors later this month. In this episode of iHeart Tassie we learn about the benefits and struggles of running an animal café in Tasmania.

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What happens when a microbiologist and medical researcher takes an interest in vegan food? You get an award-winning dairy-free cheese that showcases the best in local Tasmanian flavours. In this week's episode of iHeart Tassie, we learn the story behind Artisa cheese and the state's booming vegan food scene.

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"Don't plant your tomatoes before Show Day" - it's a Tasmanian tradition. But is it still accurate? In this episode of iHeart Tassie, we explore the effect climate change has had on our tomato growing season.

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There’s a quiet revolution being forged across Tasmania. Locals are turning away from fast fashion, and looking towards alternative and sustainable options. In this episode of iHeart Tassie, we’ll learn about slow fashion, and how it's taking over our state.

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Thousands of people walk the Overland Track each year - but not everyone makes it to the end. Ahead of the start of the Summer Season this weekend, this episode of iHeart Tassie takes you through what to do if you get in trouble during your trek.

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Pete Walsh captivated a nation with his documentary about the Hobart Rivulet platypus population.  In this episode of iHeart Tassie, we learn about his next project, and why he's looking to younger generations to make a difference.

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From a once sleepy town to a thriving mountain biking mecca - we take you to the adrenaline-pumping playground of Blue Derby.

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Bumblebees have been buzzing around our state for 30 years - but where did they come from? And what do we actually know about our fuzzy friends?

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