Latest from Rotorua

Steamers rout Manawatu to book final berth

And the local side are on the rampage with a 64-3 win.

Local Focus: From McDonalds to Rotorua Council with advice from the PM, Fisher's big day

Wang took two important phone calls on election day. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Confirmed measles case at Tokoroa wedding

There have been 32 confirmed cases of measles in Waikato DHB since August 1.

Former employees of Maketu Pies react to new owners

Maketu Pies changes hands on November 11.

Flip of a coin could determine election winner after tied result

"Whatever will be will be," one candidate said.

Top honour for scientist behind newborn breakthroughs

A scientist who has helped millions of newborns and mums receives NZ's top research medal.

Local Focus: Is this Rotorua's next mayor?

NZ's first millennial mayor in the making. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Maketu Pies sold: Owner breaks silence

The settlement date is November 11.

'Bang crash': Stolen car somersaults after police chase, driver on the run

"The vehicle went high, it somersaulted higher than the crossing signs," a witness said.

Am I losing my mind? Managing your memory in an age of rising dementia and forgetfulness

Are you losing your mind or ageing normally? How to tell the difference.

Bequeathed sewing machine sparks fashion career

Taongahuia Maxwell is a fashion designer who embraces her Māori culture.

Local Focus: Chadwick and Macpherson react to wins

Chadwick and Macpherson in upbeat moods. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

'Soul-destroying': Plans for 800 homes announced - why have so few been built?

Subdivisions are taking years to come to fruition. So who is to blame?

Zizi Sparks: Why the All Blacks losing the World Cup won't be so bad

COMMENT: Why dwell on the losses when there's so much to celebrate?

Local Focus: ‘Tick that box or don’t moan’

Why is voter turnout so low? Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Can we ever be mates with rates?

Rates rise as councils must do more for us. Made with funding from NZ On Air.