Think Tasmania and you're probably thinking produce, tourism, maybe modern art. But fashion? Think Melbourne or Sydney. For Emma Petterwood, that assumption is Romy the Brand's secret weapon. At just three years old, Petterwood's Hobart fashion label is thriving — showing at Australian Fashion Week, selling into the lucrative US market, and recently collabing on a piece with the Tassie Devils. In this episode, Gareth Thomson chats to Emma about how Romy came to be, and the unique ups and downs of doing business in the Apple Isle.

Think Tasmania and you're probably thinking produce, tourism, maybe modern art. But fashion? Think Melbourne or Sydney. For Emma Petterwood, that assumption is Romy the Brand's secret weapon. At just three years old, Petterwood's Hobart fashion label is thriving &mdash; showing at Australian Fashion Week, selling into the lucrative US market, and recently collabing on a piece with the Tassie Devils. In this episode, Gareth Thomson chats to Emma about how Romy came to be, and the unique ups and downs of doing business in the Apple Isle.

iHeart Tassie: The Fashion Label Sewing Up Devils Fans

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Spencer Connelly was five-years-old in December 2012 when he and his older brother Fletcher were set on fire by their father.


His dad loaded open gas bottles into a car boot and lit a cigarette and left his boys alone..
Now 13 years on, and Spencer openly shares his experience with family violence and living with life-altering scars.

Olivia Hicks speaks with Spencer about his terrifying experience, his acting dreams and how he remains so positive.


And just a warning, this episode talks about family violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence or abuse, help is available through the Family Violence Counselling and Support Service on 1800 608 122.

Spencer Connelly was five-years-old in December 2012 when he and his older brother Fletcher were set on fire by their father.
 His dad loaded open gas bottles into a car boot and lit a cigarette and left his boys alone.. Now 13 years on, and Spencer openly shares his experience with family violence and living with life-altering scars.
Olivia Hicks speaks with Spencer about his terrifying experience, his acting dreams and how he remains so positive.
 And just a warning, this episode talks about family violence. If you or someone you know is experiencing family violence or abuse, help is available through the Family Violence Counselling and Support Service on 1800 608 122.

iHeart Tassie: Spencer Connelly's Mission to Spread Positivity

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May 9th 2026 marks two decades since Brant Webb and Todd Russell were rescued from the Beaconsfield Mine. In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Ebony Abblitt speaks to Brant about his experience being trapped underground, and how it changed his life.

May 9th 2026 marks two decades since Brant Webb and Todd Russell were rescued from the Beaconsfield Mine. In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Ebony Abblitt speaks to Brant about his experience being trapped underground, and how it changed his life.

iHeart Tassie: Ballad of the Beaconsfield Miners - 20 Years On

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This week on iHeart Tassie, John Fabris finds out all about a Hobart Beer Company that grew out of homebrewing and takes a look at all the ins and outs of homebrewing.

This week on iHeart Tassie, John Fabris finds out all about a Hobart Beer Company that grew out of homebrewing and takes a look at all the ins and outs of homebrewing.

iHeart Tassie - Tapping In; The Rise of Stukies Brewing Company

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In this week's episode, Ebony Abblitt speaks with the top dog of the state's incoming AFL team, Tasmania Devils CEO Brendon Gale. Learn more about Brendon's busy childhood on the North West Coast, and how the decision to take a gap year from university might be the best one he's made!

In this week's episode, Ebony Abblitt speaks with the top dog of the state's incoming AFL team, Tasmania Devils CEO Brendon Gale. Learn more about Brendon's busy childhood on the North West Coast, and how the decision to take a gap year from university might be the best one he's made!

iHeart Tassie - Brendon Gale's Journey to the Devils

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This week Gareth Thomson takes a look at the history of the Junction Festival ahead of its 15th year. We'll hear from organisers and performers about what you can expect this weekend and next. 

This week Gareth Thomson takes a look at the history of the Junction Festival ahead of its 15th year. We'll hear from organisers and performers about what you can expect this weekend and next.&nbsp;

iHeart Tassie - Music, Mischief & Magic For The Junction Festival

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This week we chat to a Tasmanian Organisation that's lifting the lid on brain injuries caused by domestic violence. 

This week we chat to a Tasmanian Organisation that's lifting the lid on brain injuries caused by domestic violence.&nbsp;

iHeart Tassie - Lifting The Lid On Head Injuries Through Domestic Violence

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In this week's episode, Ebony Abblitt spoke with Olympic swimming sensation Max Giuliani during his recent trip home to Tasmania, speaking about recent World Championship success, upcoming training, sharing skills with the next generation - and more.

In this week's episode, Ebony Abblitt spoke with Olympic swimming sensation Max Giuliani during his recent trip home to Tasmania, speaking about recent World Championship success, upcoming training, sharing skills with the next generation - and more.

iHeart Tassie - Max Giuliani on Life, Medals and Training

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This week on iHeart Tassie, John Fabris catches up with Hobart Zoo & Aquarium owner Stuart Webster.

This week on iHeart Tassie, John Fabris catches up with Hobart Zoo &amp; Aquarium owner Stuart Webster.

iHeart Tassie - The Transformation of the Hobart Zoo & Aquarium

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In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Ebony Abblitt takes a look at Tasmania's premier celebration of science: The Beaker Street Festival.

In this episode of iHeart Tassie, Ebony Abblitt takes a look at Tasmania's premier celebration of science: The Beaker Street Festival.

iHeart Tassie - The Experimentation of Beaker Street

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