Chilli 90.1 FM

Chilli 90.1 FM is a commercial local radio station broadcasting from Launceston, Tasmania on 90.1 FM (call sign 7EXX), with regional repeaters across North East Tasmania. Owned by ARN under Bass Radio Pty Ltd, the station launched back in 1938 as 7EX before converting to FM. Serving a target audience aged 15–39, it delivers high-energy Contemporary Hit Radio (CHR) in English across local airwaves and nationwide via iHeartRadio.

Coverage spans Launceston on 90.1 FM, alongside a 101.1 FM CBD translator. Outside town, repeaters hit Scottsdale on 99.7 FM, plus Weldborough and St Helens on 94.5 FM.

Nic & Marcus lead Breakfast from 6 am with local chat. Em hosts Mornings, Jackie takes Afternoons, and Will & Woody handle the syndicated drive show. Weekend slots like The Hype spin fresh dance tracks.

Music focuses on commercial pop, CHR, and dance. High rotation includes tracks like Alex Warren’s "Bloodline", Chappell Roan’s "Good Luck, Babe!", and Joel Corry’s "Head & Heart".

Xtra Insights and Commercial Radio Australia (CRA) data ranks the station #1 in Launceston with a 23–34% market share. Local listeners stay tuned for the rapid top 40 mix, quick news updates, and street team giveaways. On-air host Nic Groer won Best New Talent On Air (Regional) at the 35th ACRAs.

The station competes against 89.3 LAFM and triple j. It maintains its lead by sticking strictly to top 40 commercial hits over adult contemporary or alternative genres. However, ad breaks run heavy during peak periods, and without local DAB+ coverage, digital listeners rely on iHeartRadio.