Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2021 i Australian Women’s Weekly NZ

Take a bow, pat yourself on the back, raise a glass, dance a jig, high-five a friend, share a cuddle, do whatever makes you happy. Congratulations, we made it! The time has finally come to bid farewell to 2020, a year like no other. For me personally, 2020 was a 12-month-long emotional rollercoaster. Like so many others out there, it started with such hope and optimism. 2020 was going to be “my year”. That was quickly followed by what can only be described as a “crash and burn” period when life as I knew it changed forever after I lost my job of 20 years. Eeek! That was most definitely not in the life plan. The following four months were an angsty combination of soul searching, endless questioning, forced reinvention…

AFTER A YEAR LIKE no other, we’re all looking at 2021 with renewed optimism – and the annual family Christmas portrait released by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge fills us with hope that better things are to come. In the cosy snapshot, an ecstatic Prince Louis steals the show, while Prince George and Princess Charlotte appear very happy to be cuddled up with their parents. The two senior royals ended the year with a train tour to thank key workers who helped the UK endure a most challenging year. Royal intrigue LOVE DELAYED The Japanese princess who gave up her crown to marry her commoner boyfriend has delayed her wedding for a second time. Princess Mako, 29, said she and her fiancé remain “irreplaceable to each other”. UNHAPPY OUTBREAK…

On a sweltering night in early August, King Juan Carlos of Spain, once the most glamorous and admired monarch in Europe, boarded a private jet at a quiet provincial airport, and ... vanished. Even Spain’s prime minister claims not to know where the king has gone, and the royal court in Madrid says it can offer “no information”. He has been reported living in a desert palace in Abu Dhabi and occupying the top floor of a luxury hotel in the Dominican Republic. Meanwhile, Spain hums with rumours that the king, who abdicated under pressure six years ago, has not really left at all, but is holed up in a remote retreat in the mountainous province of Galicia. If no one is certain of the king’s whereabouts, everyone knows the…

As we back down our driveway with five children and one dog on the first leg of a long drive north for a summer break, a little voice asks if we’re there yet. Someone complains, from under a surfboard, that they are “all stuffed up back here!” A third voice says the dog smells and numbers four and five ask to be let out at the next corner. “I want out too,” growls The MOTH (The Man of the House), “but you don’t hear me complaining.” “We have paid an outrageous amount for this holiday,” I remind them. “You are to start enjoying it right now! There’s only 400 kilometres to go!” We’d rented a good old Aussie beach apartment complete with stains on the carpet and a vinyl sofa…

“2020 has shown people it’s okay to just let your hair be,” says Emily Olsson, KMS Guest Artist at Shibui in Melbourne, who tips soft pixie cuts and curtain bangs as the hottest trends for 2021. “Curtain fringes suit any length, whether it’s a bob or longer locks, and make hair look fuller,” she says. Kevin Murphy agrees: “Bangs are not going anywhere. Anything from full, blunt, eyebrow-skimming fringes to wispy ’70s curtains are in. It’s a very non-committal style update, so you can’t go wrong.”…

We live in a world with a 24-hour news cycle, and advertising and social media constantly vying for our attention. This added noise makes us more anxious, more angry and more fearful. Climate change is the most important issue the world faces. However, watching the news with a feverish obsession, or mindlessly scrolling through social media isn’t going to change anything. We need to have practical steps to break away from the noise so that we can get to work. Today is the day to let go of these fears and become fearless. We need to be aware, but not scared. We need to educate our children, but not shock them. We need to be firm but gentle in our approach. Here are my self-care tips to ensure you’re fearless,…

Ham hash  MAKES 10-12 PREP AND COOK TIME 25 MINUTES 4 medium (800g) russet potatoes, peeled 1 medium (150g) onion, grated or chopped finely ½ cup (75g) self-raising flour 2 eggs, beaten lightly 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or rosemary 1 cup finely shredded leg ham 1 cup (250ml) extra virgin olive oil for frying, or as needed Test Kitchen note You will need about 3 ½ cups (475g) grated potato. 1 Grate the potatoes on the coarse side of a box grater. Immediately place into a large bowl of cold water as they will start to brown very quickly. Drain the grated potatoes through a strainer and rinse until water is clear. Drain well and squeeze dry in a clean tea towel. 2 Place grated potato in a large bowl,…

Learn from Sam Neil… to appreciate the joy and liberation of just “being in the moment” and “making the best of the day”. See our exclusive interview with the star on page 18. Embrace Jupiter being in the house… and focus on my relationships. I should probably also take a look at my finances, but that’s not as fun. Check out your astrological outlook on page 67. Makeover my midweek meals… There’s only so many times you can cook spag bol! This year, I’m going to try to be more creative in the kitchen. There are lots of new ideas on page 100.…

While all the Cambridge children faced the media as newborns, just hours after they entered the world, the Duke and Duchess have kept public exposure for Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis to a minimum. Prince William knows only too well what it feels like to grow up in that spotlight and it’s not something he wants for his own family. So to see Prince George, seven, Princess Charlotte, five and two-and-a-half-year-old Prince Louis make their joint red carpet debut attending a pantomime performance at The London Palladium just before Christmas was a notable royal landmark. The special panto was for Britain’s key workers and their families to thank them for their phenomenal efforts and underlined the Cambridge family’s personal commitment to lifting spirits as Britain continues to battle…

Truth be told, hair is dead. All that talk about bringing locks to life is, frankly, only factually accurate if you’re referencing the root of the follicle – the bit where the hair bulb spouts those pretty strands of protein that we fuss over so much. Scalp health hardly sounds sexy, but it’s often the root cause of all your crowning glory woes. “Your skin doesn’t stop where your hairline starts,” says Lisa Caddy, global training director and consultant trichologist for Philip Kingsley. “Think of your scalp as an extension of your face – just with more oil and sweat glands – and give it the same care and attention to optimise healthy-looking hair.” For starters, that means adopting a more rigorous cleansing regimen because when oils and product build…

Gladys Phillips is 100 years old and not slowing down. Daily walks with her grandchildren, weekly physio and regular social outings keep her feeling young. Still being able to touch her toes makes her legendary. “Until I was 60, I owned a shop and worked as the first female taxidriver in Fingal Head [in NSW],” Gladys tells The Weekly. “I’ve always been active and social in the community, so I’ve never been lonely. When I retired, I played bridge and took up ballroom dancing. I don’t drink or smoke, and live by the motto: ‘Hard work won’t kill you, but worry will’.” And it seems Gladys’ motto holds some truth. Dr John Tickell has spent decades travelling and studying the health, wellbeing and longevity patterns of people around the world.…

1 Does doing this activity feel ‘heavy’ or ‘light’? An activity that feels ‘heavy’ is one that you dread all week long, and when you’re there, you can’t wait for it to be over. ‘Light’ activities are the opposite – you look forward to them, relish in the moment and can’t wait to do it all again. If it feels heavy, let it go. Life is too short. 2 Who am I doing this for? We often find ourselves doing things because ‘we have to’. Remember, you’re an adult with judgement and free will; no one can force you to do anything you don’t want to do. You can politely refuse any engagements you don’t want to go to. There are a host of real and honest reasons you can…

“Chilli salt is the flavour bomb here. Sprinkle over white fish or pork on the barbecue.” Oregano lamb with watermelon salad SERVES 4-6 PREP AND COOK TIME 40 MINUTES (+ STANDING AND RESTING TIME) 1kg boneless leg of lamb, butterflied 3 garlic cloves ¼ cup loosely packed oregano leaves 3 teaspoons dried oregano finely grated rind and juice 1 lemon ½ cup (125ml) extra virgin olive oil WATERMELON SALAD 1 baby whole seedless watermelon, sliced thickly into rounds ½ red onion, thinly sliced into rings 100g Greek fetta, sliced ½ cup (75g) Kalamata olives ½ cup loosely packed round mint 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil juice of ½ lemon 1 Place lamb in a large dish. In a mortar and pestle, pound garlic, dried and fresh oregano and lemon…

Contemporary fiction Factory 19 by Dennis Glover, Black Inc Fascinating, funny and futuristic – but not in the way you may expect. Author Dennis Glover paints Hobart in 2022, when Tasmania’s capital is staggering under a seemingly irreversible recession – depressed residents are departing in droves. One day, a rusty ship arrives in the harbour to unload its cargo on the site of the subterranean Gallery of Future Art. GoFA ’s owner, enigmatic billionaire Dundas Faussett – “I have seen the past and it works!”– wants to rebuild the economy, devoid of any technology. He’s thinking of a new Year Zero: 1948. All those “little people” who lost jobs because of Amazon, Uber and Airbnb are invited to live as if the internet had never been invented. Zo long, farewell…

When Sam Neill left his vineyard in the Southern Alps of New Zealand to work on the Apple TV+ series, Invasion, last February he couldn’t have anticipated how long it would take to get home again. Or what was to follow. That borders would close and the world would stop; that there would be a season and a vintage on the vineyard he wouldn’t see. And he certainly didn’t plan on becoming a sort of kindly global uncle amusingly reassuring anxious, uncertain people as the pandemic spread and lockdown became the reality. To his half a million Twitter followers, there he was playing Radiohead and Randy Newman songs on the ukulele, reading poems and children’s books, duetting with Jeff Goldblum on jazz piano and bringing us Cinema Quarantino: comedy short…

Like all of us, architects have learnt a lot from being housebound for much of 2020. A winning architect in the UK’s Home of 2030 competition, Jennifer Beningfield, told The Guardian she was conscious of the need to create “space to work from home, without having your laptop on the kitchen table”. She and other entrants also created private outdoor spaces that backed onto community gardens, to capitalise on the emerging sense of “neighbourhood”. Other entrants devised software platforms through which home builders could visualise houses, and procure assistance and supplies. This year’s batch of homes of 2030 focuses on hands-on, owner-driven design and DIY. While our houses may see a return to traditional values, we’ll still want whiz-bang gadgets in them. An uptake of internet and robotic technology is…

Behaviour that humiliates, frightens or disempowers another person is coercive control. Warnings signs can include when someone’s choices have been taken away, gaslighting, constant monitoring and stalking on digital devices. Coercive control is often central to an abusive relationship and can be a sign of other forms of abuse, such as physical. Though abuse is abuse, coercive control can be as painful and distressing as other forms of abuse.…

Signs of the times As the ripples and repercussions from 2020 spread, this year’s planetary alignment of Jupiter and Saturn conjunct – an event traditionally associated with economic challenges and social unrest – will continue stirring the global disturbances long predicted by astrologers, climatologists and other futurists. The good news? Uranus, planet of evolution and invention, moving through its seven-year cycle in Taurus, earthiest of the earth signs, speaks loud and clear in nature’s language about the profound need to alter our attitudes towards resources and fall in love again with our planetary home. Homeostasis – the ability to maintain a relatively stable internal state during changes in the outside world – is this year’s most precious personal resource. Aries MAR 21-APR 21 Big Picture Aries love a challenge, and…

Effortless and carefree encapsulates summer colour this year. “Think fine highlights around the face to soften and golden, warm tones for a youthful feel,” says Laura Brand, Goldwell Colour Specialist at Shibui in Melbourne. “Subtle and natural textured hair is the trend this season.” Laura predicts that clients will embrace grey more than ever and encourages blondes to try gold or honey highlights. “Utilise those whites as your bright ‘blonde’ highlight to blend the regrowth and avoid the need for further lightening,” she advises. Darker hair fades in harsh UV, but warm highlights can turn a faded tone into a fresh look. “Try freehand colouring as it follows the natural fall of the hair and creates definition,” Laura says. To help your colour last, wash locks in lukewarm water, then…

Contrary what you might think, alone time won’t make you feel more lonely. Scheduling time for yourself is a form of self-care. It’s so important to set aside time to do something for you, without anyone else around. Here are some restorative ideas for you to schedule in: • Yoga or light exercise • A run or walk along the beach • Catch the train to a new destination and spend a few hours being a tourist • Go for a swim in a scenic outdoor pool • Sit in a cafe or bar and have a drink by yourself • Go to a film festival and enjoy a film by yourself • Sit in a cafe and read a book just for pleasure • Scour a weekend market for…

Fruit salad rice paper rolls SERVES 6 PREP TIME 30 MINUTES 12 small (60g) rice paper rounds ½ small (200g) red papaya, sliced thinly 2 medium (170g) kiwifruit, sliced thinly 125g small strawberries, halved 125g raspberries, halved ½ cup mint leaves HONEY LIME DIPPING SAUCE 2 (130g) limes 2 tablespoons honey 1 HONEY LIME DIPPING SAUCE Finely grate rind from the limes. Juice limes; you will need ⅓ cup. Place lime rind, juice and honey in a small bowl; whisk to combine. 2 Cover a chopping board with a damp clean tea towel. Place one rice paper round at a time in a bowl of warm water until softened. Place on tea towel; top rice paper with one-twelfth of the sliced papaya, kiwifruit, strawberry, raspberry and mint leaves in a…

The train rattled down the country, stopping and starting, always in the worst areas of every town. Durham. York. Leeds. Doncaster. The factory chimneys and rows of blackened terraces all looked the same. So many poor people, Marion thought. And here she was, off to serve the richest. It was crazy, really. But she gritted her teeth, remembered Miss Golspie and channelled her doubts into planning her alternative curriculum. It would include a bus ride and shopping at Woolworths, as Miss Golspie had suggested. And, perhaps, to give some insight into how the nation was run and protected, they would visit Parliament – but strictly the public gallery – and a police station. The London docks, for trade. The Bank of England, so Elizabeth might learn about how it worked,…