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States of emergency, cyclones, floods and rolling news coverage - they can take an emotional and physical toll on all of us, according to disaster recovery expert Elizabeth McNaughton.

A massive sunfish that washed up in Otago last year has been sliced and diced for its secrets. Otago University curator of natural science Emma Burns exlpains the process for dissecting the 1.9 long metre animal which was made even more akward by the shape of the fish.

New Zealand's top arm wrestlers are gearing up for the biggest international competition to ever grace New Zealand shores. The 'Iron Hand' event takes place in Auckland later this month... attracting arm wrestlers from Uzbekistan and Australia. NZ Arm Wrestling Foundation Anton West explains the ins and outs of the sport.

Communities in Northland sprung into action today as the rain set in . . . unfortunately a situation they're all too familiar with. Chairman of Runanga o Ngati Whatua Antony Thompson talks about how the community came together in the face of more bad weather.

Nasty weather has once again caused disruptions across the North Island, and sent Auckland into its third state of emergency this year. MetService forecaster Heath Gullery explains what is in store weather wise for the rest of the week.

A number of airlines are ditching the option for first class, as demand withers away. Air New Zealand, Malaysian Airlines and Turkish Airlines are among those who no longer offer the highest level of air travel... American Airlines is also phasing it out. Ratings editor in chief Geoffrey Thomas explains the drop in popularity

A clinical psychologist who specialises in sex therapy is sharing his wisdom in a new book on relationships. Waihi local Nic Beets has just released Make Love Work - A practical guide to relationship success.

One of the hardest hit regions weather-wise today has been Rotorua, where nearly 100mm of rain has fallen since midnight. Rotorua Lakes Council has been responding to reports of flooding, trees down and slips since early evening and there some roads closed. Rotorua mayor Tania Tapsell joins Nights.

New Zealand wool will play a special role in the coronation.

Dan Slevin gives us a selection of must-watch televisual and streaming delights.