Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2017 i Australian Women’s Weekly NZ

“And in the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.”– Ralph Waldo Emerson There have been few films in recent years that have left such a lasting impression on me as Lion has. The stunning true adoption story of little five-year-old Saroo – who became accidentally separated from his family, then tried to navigate his way home to his mother, in the process ending up thousands of kilometres away in Kolkata – made my heart soar and break in equal measure. The movie follows Saroo through his life on the streets, his adoption by an Australian couple, and – 25 years later – his painstaking search for his birth mother and the home he left behind. If you haven’t seen it…

Royal heads together The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry joined forces to tackle the stigma around mental health with a campaign hitting headlines around the world. It’s the royal trio’s biggest project and one they’re passionate about. Heads Together unites The Royal Foundation and other charities to target mental health. “Through their work with young people, homeless charities and veterans, Their Royal Highnesses have seen unresolved mental health problems lie at the heart of social challenges. They’ve seen people afraid to admit they’re struggling. Fear of prejudice and judgement stops people getting help,” a Kensington Palace spokesman told The Australian Women’s Weekly. “We want to normalise mental health; to get people talking about it,” said Prince William when he, Catherine and Harry joined a training day with…

“I cried a lot, so having a cat to cuddle was great.” When political whiz kid Nikki Kaye was diagnosed with breast cancer six months ago, she resolved to relearn how to take care of herself before she returned to looking after her portfolios and her electorate. Nikki was only 28 years old when she became the first National MP ever to hold the coveted Auckland Central seat, and just 32 when she was inducted into cabinet. In hindsight, she says she had thrown herself so heavily into her career that she had put aside some of the basics in her own life. “I was like a teenager; I couldn’t cook, and because I was a minister and had always been driven, I couldn’t drive.” When Nikki received her diagnosis…

 Sometimes it seems as if everyone you know has breast cancer, or at least has someone close to them who does. It’s not just my imagination – in New Zealand, one out of nine woman will be affected by the disease. So it’s quite possible someone close to you could really use your support. “Don’t lose your sense of humour – keeping that is important.” In the face of such a serious disease it’s hard to know what to do to be helpful without being intrusive. So how should you react? I think the most important thing is learning to put their needs above your own. Your friend doesn’t need you to be so distraught about their diagnosis that they end up supporting you. Of course there’s no “one size…

Colour theory These clever Moisture Mist CC (colour corrector) creams appear outlandish in shade but change before your eyes, adapting to a skin-coloured tint. The green helps neutralise redness caused by veins, flushing or rosacea, while the lavender brightens and evens dull sallow, shadowy complexions. With SPF30, they can be applied as a primer or worn as a lightweight foundation. $40 each. Editor’s pick These wonder capsules help to moisturise, preserve and strengthen your skin. Each capsule delivers a concentrated dose of ceramide to minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, is fragrance- and preservative-free, and biodegradable. Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth Restoring Serum, $145 for 60 capsules . Lip service With their charming pout pattern, YSL’s Volupté Tint-In-Balm tubes, $65, are almost too pretty to use,…

Bariatric surgery, or surgery to achieve weight loss by reducing the size of the stomach, is now being performed on obese children and adolescents. Surely this is an admission that the battle against childhood obesity is being lost? One in nine New Zealand children is obese and another 21 per cent are overweight, so this is an epidemic. Children are now suffering the consequences of obesity previously only seen in older adults, such as sleep apnoea, orthopaedic problems, high cholesterol, hypertension and diabetes. There are also the less obvious impacts of obesity, such as low self-esteem, less involvement in sport and experiencing bullying and discrimination. More subtle, but no less important, are micro-nutrient deficiencies like iron, zinc and vitamins in children who do not eat a balanced diet containing plenty…

Rosemary and garlic focaccia MAKES 2 PREP AND COOK TIME 1 HOUR (+ STANDING TIME) 2 teaspoons (7g sachet) dry yeast ½ teaspoon caster sugar 1 cup (250ml) warm water 3 cups (450g) bread flour or plain flour (see Julie’s tip) 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary sprigs 2 cloves garlic, sliced thinly 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, extra 1 teaspoon sea salt flakes marinated olives and thinly sliced prosciutto, to serve 1 Combine yeast, sugar and the water in a small bowl; cover and stand in a warm place for 10 minutes or until frothy. (A warm place is in front of a heater or on the open door of the oven with the temperature set at about 100°C.) Sift the…

Your 5-day menu (plus three bonus lunchboxes) • Monday Citrus chicken drumsticks with soy pumpkin wedges PLUS leftover lunchbox chicken drumsticks • Tuesday Slow roast lamb shoulder with garlicky potatoes PLUS leftover lunchbox lamb sandwiches • Wednesday Spicy pork tortillas • Thursday Speedy penne with zucchini and salmon • Friday Roasted pumpkin risotto PLUS cheesy lunchbox frittata recipe YOUR SHOPPING LIST 1.3kg-1.5kg lamb shoulder 300g hot smoked salmon fillets 12 chicken drumsticks 750g Italian-style pork sausages 4 rashers bacon 6 eggs 180g wedge parmesan 50g butter 200g Greek-style yoghurt 2kg pumpkin 1kg potatoes (desiree) 6 medium (900g) onions 2 small red onions 5 medium tomatoes 2 telegraph cucumbers 5 medium zucchini 1 medium red capsicum 2 long red chillies 1 bulb garlic 2 baby cos lettuces 3 lemons 1 orange…

Currant news Blackcurrants are taking the spotlight on the superfood stage. Rich in antioxidants known as anthocyanins, the fruit is being praised for its effect on muscle recovery, performance and fat-burning, with studies showing that consuming concentrated blackcurrant supplements can increase fat loss by up to a third during exercise. It was also found that blackcurrant extract could potentially dilate the body’s blood vessels, causing a 20 per cent increase in blood flow and nutrient and oxygen delivery to cells. Oversize Children’s drinks remain in the firing line, not only for sugar content but also for serving size. A study of 656 beverages by the Waiariki Institute of Technology in Rotorua found almost half exceed the 240ml recommended serving size. And sugar content remains high, with fizzy drinks and juices…

ASK THE AUSTRALIAN WOMEN’S WEEKLY To prevent excess drips from clogging up the rim when you open a new can of paint, use a hammer and large nail (or an electric drill) to make a few “drain” holes around the inner rim before you start. They will seal when the lid is replaced. Q My children’s white sports socks never look really white after washing. Bleach just makes them yellow. Do you have a tip? J. Beetson Put ¼ cup Lux soap flakes in a large pot with half a lemon and the dirty socks, add enough water to cover, bring to the boil, simmer for 5 minutes, then drain. Now toss the socks in the washing machine and wash as usual. Opening gambit If you struggle…

“ My stationery is neatly sorted, there are fresh flowers from my garden… and there’s a lock on the door to keep out the kids.” Julie Andrews can keep her soggy roses and kitten’s whiskers. You won’t catch me hollering from the hilltops about my prized possessions, for warbling about their wondrousness feels like tempting fate. My favourite things – from pottery jugs painted with pheasants to crystal comports and china teacups – are imprudently fragile, and if motherhood has taught me anything, it’s that it pays not to get too attached to anything breakable. Since having children, it’s not The Sound of Music but the sound of stuff smashing – followed immediately by, “Oops, sorry Mum” – that accompanies my most cherished belongings. “Oops, sorry Mum,” said my five-year-old…

“There are many strands to this narrative.” One Thousand Ropes Starring Uelese Petaia, Frankie Adams, Sima Urale and Beulah Koale. Written and directed by Tusi Tamasese. An impressive candidate for the prestigious Panorama section of the Berlin Film Festival this year, New Zealand film One Thousand Ropes heads into cinemas for local audiences this month, and is one of our stories well worth telling. Strong, powerful performances anchor Tusi Tamasese’s second feature, his vision once again brought to life by gifted cinematographer Leon Narbey. Tamasese has the instinct to let Narbey’s dreamlike pictures breathe, to find their own life, allowing his characters to do the same. Like Tamasese’s first award-winning film The Orator, One Thousand Ropes is rooted in his Samoan culture and told mostly in his mother tongue. But…

Parental love Thank you to Marian Keyes for opening her heart to us in “Me and my Dad” in the January issue. As I write this I have tears streaming down my face. My dad doesn’t have Alzheimer’s, but he has just been through cancer treatment and in recent years has had some frightening medical scares. I lost my mum last year, but had the opportunity to be with her in the months before she died. It was a heartbreaking time, but our relationship went from strength to strength (and there had been a period when it wasn’t great). I have learned to value the relationship we can build with our parents as we all get older and more forgiving. I have just spent a week with Dad, which is…

Michelle Obama The former First Lady was the most inspiring presence of the Obama era, planting the first White House vegetable garden since Eleanor Roosevelt, campaigning to end childhood obesity and championing women and girls. Emma Watson Actor, UN Goodwill Ambassador and convenor of Our Shared Shelf, an online book club focusing on work by women. Angela Merkel “We are stronger than terrorism,” said the German Chancellor, walking a tightrope between compassion and resolve. Nadia Murad The 22-year-old Iraqi activist escaped Islamic State (IS) slavery and is working with Amal Clooney to bring IS before an international court. Meryl Streep In her staunch, quietly spoken way, Meryl carries on defending human rights and artistic freedom, and chalked up her 20th Academy Award nomination in 2017. Hillary Clinton Former US Secretary…

On December 2 last year, her 59th birthday, Kim Dorsett asked to return to Dreamworld. She wanted to visit the Thunder Rapids ride, the place her children, Kate Goodchild and Luke Dorsett, had died, she said. She wanted to understand what had happened to them. “Some people were surprised, but when the accident occurred, Kim was in such shock she didn’t really comprehend what had happened,” says Kim’s lifelong best friend Sandra Brookfield. “The staff met her and looked after her, and an Aboriginal blessing was held on the site. She got some comfort from that.” Comfort has been hard to come by for Kim since Kate and Luke drowned on the ride, along with Luke’s partner, Roozbeh Araghi, and Cindy Low, in October 2016. She asked Sandra not to…

“My knees still enjoy a challenge. All I need is a handrail.” “There is nothing wrong with my knees. I’m just a little stiff from time to time,” I told my GP. “When?” “When I get up in the morning, when I sit down, when I stand for a long time. At a parade, for example.” “I told you not to join the army.” “I have talking knees. They crackle when I stand up or sit down.” He scribbled furiously on a notepad, ripped off the piece of paper and handed it to me. 1. Don’t run marathons. Don’t climb stairs. 2. Don’t lift heavy suitcases or small children. 3. Lose 10 kilos. 4. Walk in (but not on) water. 5. Don’t sit on low sofas. Bar stools are more…

Dear Ljubenka, I have really big, wide hips and much smaller everything else. What are some outfits I can wear that balance out my proportions? Choose tops and jackets that have detail, an embellishment or bold pattern on them, as they draw the eye upwards. By wearing darker colours on your lower body, the eye will always pan up to where the excitement is. I love to wear halter or strapless tops/ dresses as they balance out my wider hips. Ensure jackets fall just below the hip line. If wearing a longer jacket, make sure it isn’t too tight. A-line dresses/skirts will be your best friend. A slightly plunging or V-neckline will also draw the attention upwards. An empire waist or wraparound dress is also flattering. Make sure the bottom…

1. Known to de-puff eye bags and brighten dark circles, caffeine is a key ingredient in many eye creams and serums, such as Trilogy CoQ10 Eye Recovery Concentrate, $40, which also minimises fine lines. 2. Luminous Smashbox eye primer, $55, is a pre-make-up must with caffeine to deal to tired skin. 3. Lush Caca Brun Henna bar, $32, calls on coffee beans and cocoa butter to assist henna in creating a rich, shiny, chocolate brown hair colour. 4. The sweet coffee and chocolate scent of Hurraw! Coffee Bean Lip Balm, $7, is appealing enough, but the vegan ingredients leave lips silky smooth and hydrated too. 5. Murad’s Essential-C Eye Cream, $132, combines caffeine with powerful antioxidant Vitamin C to protect and renew the delicate skin in this area. 6. Treat…

Slow-roasted tomatoes with lamb chops SERVES 4 PREP AND COOK TIME 45 MINUTES 1kg truss tomatoes 1 bunch spring onions, cut into 10cm lengths 4 sprigs fresh rosemary ¼ cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil 12 (1.2kg) lamb loin chops 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses (see Test Kitchen tips) ½ cup loosely packed small fresh basil leaves 1 Preheat oven to 200°C (180°C fan-forced). Line a roasting dish with baking paper. 2 Place tomatoes, onions, rosemary and oil in the prepared dish; season generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss to coat. Roast tomatoes in the oven for 30 minutes or until they are just beginning to split. Remove from oven. 3 Meanwhile, heat a barbecue or grill plate over a high heat. Cook the chops for…

Brown sugar pavlova with moscato poached pears and honeycomb SERVES 12 PREP AND COOK TIME 2 HOURS 30 MINUTES (+ COOLING TIME) 1 cup (220g) firmly packed brown sugar ¾ cup (165g) caster sugar 6 egg whites pinch of salt 1 tablespoon cornflour 1 tablespoon vinegar (white, sherry or chardonnay) 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 250g mascarpone ¾ cup (180ml) pouring cream MOSCATO POACHED PEARS 1½ cups (375ml) moscato 1 cup (220g) caster sugar 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind 2 teaspoons finely grated orange rind 1 bay leaf 6 medium (1.4kg) pears, peeled, halved, cored HONEYCOMB ½ cup (110g) caster sugar 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or golden syrup 2 tablespoons water 1½ teaspoons bicarbonate of soda 1 Preheat oven to 160°C (140°C fan-forced). Mark a…

“It’s better to go for quality over quantity and take time to enjoy it. Wine as a part of a healthy lifestyle? Yes, of course! Mind you, I am a woman who has a couple of dozen wines a week delivered to my door – for a good cause I hope readers will agree. But what might surprise you is how little of that wine I actually drink... Women generally, however, are drinking more than ever and while most do so sensibly, health officials are increasingly alarmed by the rise in alcohol-related problems in women (now on a par with men, who used to be around three times higher). So how do we stay on the healthy side of wine consumption? Everything in moderation. It’s better to go for quality…

COLOUR GEM Emerald green is here to grace our interiors and it screams opulence with a dash of decadence. If you’re not in the mood or don’t have the budget for a large statement piece, paint a wall or simply incorporate gemstone tone accessories and you’ll have a regal retreat in no time. Kitchen clean-up It’s easy to sort out your recycling with the UASHMAMA bag system. The washable paper bags use a press stud interlocking system that allows you to attach as many bags together as you like. The tall, narrow shape makes them ideal for small spaces. Check out the complete range at collected.co.nz. Fake it! Not much of a green thumb? No need to fret, as it’s the “in” thing to adorn your home with faux foliage.…

“I hadn’t even managed to put it on the boat before a bit of metal broke off.” Of all the activities I expected to enjoy this summer, fishing was not one of them. It’s not that I don’t enjoy it – I grew up on boats and spent many enjoyable hours out on the water fishing with my dad, so I have very special memories attached to it. But with a house full of visitors, a garden and orchard to keep watered and weeded, a pile of books by my bed to read, jam and preserves to make, not to mention daily loaves of bread, a bit of work to do, oh and the 1000-word jigsaw on the dining table to finish, fishing just wasn’t going to get a look-in.…

ATOLL MAGIC The Maldives is one of those places that appears to have been conjured from fantasy. Alongside barefoot luxury on a string of idyllic atolls, you could also come face to face with one of the peaceful giants of the ocean, the whale shark. Their gentle nature makes swimming with them a special experience as they are remarkably curious and can be quite playful. Add it to your list right now! Kate’s tip Swimming and snorkelling in tropical waters is a treat! Please repay in kind – don’t try to touch coral or any form of sealife and leave only bubbles. Book a villa in Bali Bali has been a long-time holiday favourite for Kiwis, but have you ever thought of staying there in your own private villa? With…

“That grace-under-pressure, generosity and kindness, I’ve taken from family and country women I knew growing up.” The Woolgrower’s Companion by Joy Rhoades, Penguin. Australian rural romance has been building a strong fan base over the past decade and Joy Rhoades’ debut novel deliberately taps into the genre, but there are many more dimensions to this slick piece of storytelling. Set in 1945, it’s a tale that discusses the changing role of women, the legacy of war, the damaging aftershock of blind prejudice and racism, and the power of love. While this may sound a bit epic in scale, the author has cleverly contained her story within a 10-month period, following one woman – Kate Dowd – and her battle to save her family homestead and business. “Amiens” in northern NSW…

“Tony was rock and roll, when the royals were still listening to chamber music.” The 1960s had barely begun when Princess Margaret, the Queen’s younger sister, and a little known society photographer named Antony Armstrong-Jones entered a marriage that would become a perfect metaphor for the age of sexual revolution. A slight figure of no great wealth or pedigree, Tony seemed an improbable recruit to the royal ranks. Yet, in their tempestuous time together, he and Margaret changed everything around them, and few could deny his lasting impact on the modern monarchy when, as the Earl of Snowdon, Tony died on January 13, aged 86. He was the first commoner to marry a king’s daughter since the Middle Ages, the first senior royal to pursue a professional career –…

Symptoms: Flushes and the sweats: These are the most well-known – they affect about 75 per cent of women and of that group a third to a quarter have severe symptoms (10 or more flushes over 24 hours, with the need to remove clothes, nightwear and bedding). Muscle and joint aches: Dr Fenton says these are just as common as flushing and sweating, particularly for women of Chinese ethnicity. This can include stiff joints – especially the small joints in the hands and the wrists – and muscle and ligament aches in the feet. Mood issues: From feeling low, to being more anxious, to feeling irritable. Cognitive changes: Women describe feeling woolly in the brain, not being able to concentrate, and having trouble finding words or remembering names. Fatigue: This…

“I spent decades being told what was wrong with me… not what was right.” It is the moment the audience at the glittering ceremony has been waiting for – the announcement of the Supreme Award winner. The Attitude Awards celebrate the achievements of people with disabilities. It’s a glamorous black-tie event, hosted by Simon Dallow, and this is the most prestigious award of the 2016 night… And the winner is “Debra Lampshire”. It’s a popular win, there’s wild applause as Debra bounds up on stage, tears in her eyes. “I never thought I’d hear that word ‘winner’ associated with me,” she tells the gathering. It is a poignant moment. The crowd leaps to its feet and gives this extraordinary woman the standing ovation she so richly deserves. She has won…

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Q My boyfriend’s palms are always clammy, he has excessive sweating and is hot all the time. I read Botox can help. What would you recommend? O.T. This is called hyperhidrosis. He first needs to rule out underlying causes, such as anxiety, obesity, low blood sugar, overactive thyroid and some medications. Treatments may include medications or surgical procedures. Botox is sometimes used for underarm sweating, but can cause muscle weakness. Q My masseur pointed out I have scoliosis [curvature of the spine]. I often get severe lower back pain at night and when I sit for long periods. I’m in my late 20s. Can it be fixed? S.D. There are degrees of severity and most cases require only conservative management of symptoms with exercises, stretching and physical therapies. Bracing is…

Rice is a versatile grain and to cook it perfectly requires just a few simple rules. All rice is long-grain, medium-grain or short-grain. Within these three types, there are many variations – brown, white, red, black, fragrant, sticky, creamy-cooking, firm-cooking and more – that all take slightly different times to cook. Long-grain Cooks to give separate, fluffy grains ideal for pilafs, salads and most savoury dishes. Medium-grain Slightly more clingy than long-grained when cooked. Ideal for croquettes and for eating with chopsticks. Special varieties, such as arborio, are used for risotto and other dishes. Short-grain Cooks to soft, moist grains that cling together, perfect for puddings and sushi. Cooking methods Boiling This method keeps the grains separate, but can taste a little watery. Bring a large saucepan of slightly salted…

“We have a modern house with a traditional twist.” For Cassandra and David Aird, injecting touches of old French charm into their newly built home was the most important part of the building and renovation process. “We both love the simple decorative accents of French style – the lightness and freshness of it – rather than a heavy, dark timber look,” says Cassandra. “Travelling to France in recent years has fuelled our passion for this style.” Set on half a hectare and nestled in a picturesque Queensland valley, the property was bought by the pair four years ago, after they longed to swap city living for country bliss. “David was passionate to own and breed horses since the day we met,” says Cassandra.“We built our house on an…

What you’ll need The quantities given here created a wall hanging measuring about 23cm wide x 80cm long, including tassels. The amount of materials you need may vary, depending on the size of the hanging you make and the weight of the yarn you use. Oldpictureframe a flat frame with the glass removed Pencil/ruler/hammer Approximately 50 tack nails 1 x 50g ball thin yarn, to use for loom base Variety of yarn textures and thickness, in similar tones (I used 3 x 50g balls white, 3 x 50g balls beige and 1 x 50g ball textured yarn) Approximately 24 wooden beads Tapestry needle 2m lace 2 sheets of felt (white and cream) 2m pompom ball fringe 50cm faux fur trim Piece of branch, driftwood or dowel Steps Making…

Winter needs the brightness of bulbs – spring has glory enough – so plant now if you want to have a blooming beautiful garden this winter. Your bulbs will turn your garden from dull to delight. And when summer comes, the bulbs’ leaves will sensibly die down, so they spring up again and continue to multiply for years to come. Here are my favourite winter bulbs. Crocus If you plant the right crocus varieties, you’ll have blooms from autumn through winter. Plant lots, about 15cm deep. They are best planted in a sheltered spot away from harsh winds, or under deciduous or lightly foliaged trees where the delicate leaves won’t be damaged by rain. You’ll find innumerable species and varieties to choose from. Saffron crocus These give the long red…

MAGICAL HILARITY FOR ALL THE FAMILY Get ready for a hilarious night of comedy, magic and juggling as Nelson-based magician Steve Wilbury takes his show on the road. Starting at the Playhouse Cafe & Theatre Restaurant in Nelson on March 2, Steve then performs at Greymouth’s Regent Theatre on March 11 and the Regent in Hokitika on March 12. The Greatest Magic Show in… (insert town name), is fun for the whole family. See eventfinda.co.nz for more details and to buy tickets. Ready, set, run! “The Day Auckland Runs” – New Zealand’s largest fun run and walk – will have participants pounding the pavement on Sunday March 5. With 30,000 entries, Ports of Auckland Round the Bays is an iconic event on the Auckland community calendar. So round up your…

Pisces Feb 20-Mar 20 Rare patterns dominate your life around your birthday. If your finances are tied up with another Pisces or Virgo then March will change both your lives. No matter who is involved with your money, house, business interests, charity, apartment or possessions, you must allow plenty of time and space for radical decisions. You know the dollar value of what is under discussion in the first week, but by the last week you must put a price on the things that money cannot buy and do different sums. Aries • Mar 21-Apr 21 Have faith in the future of the relationship you have with your former, current or potential partner, as it will work out for the best. You two may be dealing with commitment questions or…