Georgina Harris is a reporter for the Rotorua Daily Post
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103 years old and no pains or aches
Rotorua woman Ella Wilson turned 103 this week and says her secret to long life is simple.
Laura sets sight on Big Apple marathon
Laura Stuart, who was paralysed in a mountain bike crash, will do the New York Marathon.
Rotorua pumping despite Maori All Blacks loss
It was a big weekend in Rotorua despite the Lions taking home the win.
Rotorua breaks haka record
It was an awesome turn out in Rotorua for the Guinness World Record haka attempt.
From hospital to centre field for ball kid Elizabeth
Elizabeth will take time out from treatment to play a special role in tonight's match.
World record haka attempt captures public imagination
Will you be taking part in the haka world record attempt on Saturday?
City prepares to party as Lions fans descend
Lions fans are in Rotorua and ready for the big match on Saturday.
Protesters march on hospital over cuts
Ngati Whakaue hikoi to Rotorua Hospital protesting the end of Hunga Manaaki service.
Lions touch down in Rotorua
The British & Irish Lions have arrived in Rotorua to a low-key welcome.
Maori All Blacks given spine-tingling welcome
The Maori All Blacks have been given a rousing welcome.
Bars & restaurants gear up for Lions influx
How is the hospitality industry in Rotorua gearing up for the Lions tour?
Elderly sisters die on same day
Sisters Doreen Jeffrey and Desma Hudson passed away on the same day.
Technology key to dementia village freedom
Hi-tech support will help people living at the Whare Aroha Care village in Ngongotaha.
Huge influx expected for Rotorua Lions match
City gearing up for thousands of visitors during the Britons rugby tour next month.
Buzz in the air at Rotorua Marathon
It's a chilly but stunning day for the Rotorua Marathon 2017.
Rotorua braces for more flooding, slips
Time to get out your gumboots and umbrellas with wet weather on the way.
Clean-up continues in Rotorua
Weather chaos has meant several roads and State Highways around Rotorua are closed.
Tourists freak out over ghost van
Van starts by itself and "jumps like a frog" over the kerb.
Nightmare in Paradise Valley
Flood waters ripped through driveways, north of Rotorua, angering residents.
Rotorua man attempts to talk his way into the record books (+video)
A Rotorua man will attempt to set a Guinness World Record by giving 24 speeches at 24 venues in 24 hours.
Rotorua Lakeside concert forced to move indoors
Rotorua's Lakeside Concert has been forced to move indoors, for the first time in its 21-year history - and the popular fireworks display canned.
Lakeside concert going ahead at Village Green despite forecast rain
A bit of wet weather will not put a dampener on this Saturday's 21st Lakeside concert at the Village Green.
St John's leaders look to future (+ video)
St John's is looking to the future after the demolition of part of the church building - with a new temporary venue and name.
Crankworx gets $1.7m boost
Crankworx organisers are over the moon after the Government announced it would invest up to $1.7 million in five years
Rejections don't deter Tinder traveller
TINDER: Ash Gower-Rudman at the start of his 12-Day Tinder Tiki Tour. PHOTO/SUPPLIED 220217ashDP.JPGBy Georgina Harris georgina.harris@nzme@co.nz After
Morrisons mourn crash death of 'angel'
The 17-year-old granddaughter of the late Sir Howard Morrison was killed in a car crash in Auckland - she is being remembered as a "shining light".
More smokefree zones from tomorrow
SMOKE FREE: Rotorua Lakes Council staff Rachel Doelman (left) and Rosemary Viskovic with smokefree signage at Arawa Street bus stop.PHOTO/SUPPLIED
Prayers and love as St John parishioners grieve (+video&pics)
HEALING: Parishioners gathered for their first service since their church was destroyed by a fire last week. PHOTO/BEN FRASER 120217bf16.JPGGeorgina_Harris_JUNE16_serious.epsCircle_see_more_DP.eps St
Church leaders 'gutted' but thankful for support
Reality is slowing sinking in for Reverends Ed Masters and Lance Thomas as they survey the remains of their beloved St John's church. "It's
Mixed emotions for parents on first day of school
Georgina_Harris_JUNE16_happy.eps Caraline correctAbbott isn't sure how she'll feel saying goodbye to her son Harry, 5, on his first
Charity pleads for temporary housing
Georgina_Harris_JUNE16_serious.eps A pregnant mother of three is scared for her family's future as she struggles to find a new home
Tinder gets walker a bed while on campaign trail
SOCIAL MEDIA: Ash Gower-Rudman is using Tinder to travel the country to raise money for charity. PHOTO/SUPPLIED 260117ashDP.JPG By
Rotorua man a finalist for Mr Gay NZ
OPPORTUNITY: Cody Jarvie is a finalist in the 2017 Mr Gay New Zealand competition. PHOTO/FILE A_141015sp12.JPGBy Georgina Harrisgeorgina.harris@dailypost.co.nz
Electric vehicle station popular
ELECTRIC: Councillor Tania Tapsell beside power company Unison's electric vehicle charging station in the Haupapa St carpark. PHOTO/STEPHEN