Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2023 i Australian Women’s Weekly NZ

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“She was my safe space, my guide, my biggest fan and the Earth beneath my feet.”Chloe Lattanzi at her mum Olivia New ton-John’s memorial. “This is not just for me. This is for every little girl that looks like me.”Michelle Yeoh on winning a SAG for Everything Everywhere All at Once. “I think Australia will become a republic at some point. It feels natural. It feels like something that is, I would guess, inevitable.”Hugh Jackman on the future of the monarchy in Australia. “You’re so paranoid because you’re like, they trusted us to come home with this baby?”Rihanna on becoming a mother.…

What do royal titles really mean and what is their point? As a new tier of the House of Windsor morphs into a prince, a princess, a duchess, a duke and an earl, it made me wonder. Of course, there’s the stardust and mystique, the aura of castles and tiaras, trumpeted fanfares and deep curtseys that are still very much part of the British monarchy. We see such a world in those glittering set pieces of pageantry, with the finest of them all coming up very soon with King Charles III’s coronation on May 6. Then there’s the history – feudal lands going back centuries and ancient family ties that underpin the royal line and the British aristocracy. But is all the accompanying deference, the elitism of a pecking order,…

“He is acting royalty and a Kiwi icon, yet when Sam Neill revealed to The Weekly last year that he was spending some time at home in Central Otago jotting down his memoirs, he was quick to state, Not that people will be particularly interested.” In fact, he confessed he didn’t even know if his musings would become a fully fledged book, but he was enjoying the process of reliving memories. Fast-forward to now and the 75-year-old can add author to his impressive list of achievements with the release of his life story, Did I Ever Tell You This? The book is a funny and entertaining collection of stories from his colourful past, present and future, and shows that people do indeed care very much about who shaped the man…

Watching Tina Turner perform is something you never forget – a combination of joy and chutzpah with an almost spiritual rush of emotion. Or as lifelong fan Oprah Winfrey recalls of her reaction to Tina’s early break-out shows: “Whatever that is … I want some of that. I got the spirit, no different to being in a church and you are moved.” It wasn’t just the songs – powerful punchy rock anthems that swim around your head – but Tina’s incredible energy, a fountain of undiluted girl power that seemed to come from somewhere deep inside. And Tina bristled with a searing authenticity, too, her battle scars on show as she built the finest part of her career as a middle-aged woman with the courage to overcome the traumas and…

1 Slow down and pay attention. What do you notice in your body/mind? Disrupt the 2 pattern of emotional dysregulation. Breathe in via the nose and breathe out via the mouth, making sure the out-breath is slower and longer than the in-breath. 3 Orient to joy. Look for pleasant experiences and take time to mindfully savour them. 4 Look for positive social connections. Try purposefully spending time in nature. 5 Seek professional help. A therapist can help you work through stress. 6 Take a holistic approach. Try to maintain a balanced lifestyle with adequate sleep, nutrition, and connection to nature and people. This is not easy but worth it to live your best life.…

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Parmigiana-style skillet meatloaf SERVES 4 (WITH LEFTOVERS) PREP + COOK TIME 40 MINUTES 1kg beef mince1¼ cup (110g) rolled oats1 cup loosely packed parsley400g jar tomato and basil pasta sauce1 egg250g fresh mozzarella or fior di late, sliced salad leaves, for serving, optional 1 Preheat the oven to 240°C (220°C fan-forced). 2 Combine mince, 1 cup of the oats, parsley, ½ cup pasta sauce and egg in a large bowl. Season well with salt and pepper and mix well to combine. 3 Sprinkle remaining oats in the base of an oiled 20cm (base measurement) skillet or frying pan. Press over mince mixture and top with remaining pasta sauce. Top with sliced mozzarella. 4 Place on a baking tray and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is golden and…

Sticky peanut satay pork SERVES 4 PREP + COOK TIME 25 MINUTES 4 pork cutlets¼ cup (60ml) kecap manis¼ cup (70g) crunchy peanut butter¾ cup (180ml) water1 teaspoon sambal oelek (or chilli sauce)1 tablespoon vegetable oil steamed rice, Asian greens, to serve 1 If you have time, remove pork from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. 2 Rub 1½ tablespoon kecap manis over the pork cutlets and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes. 3 For the satay sauce, combine the peanut butter, water, sambal oelek and remaining kecap manis in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring, for 4 minutes, or until thickened and warmed through. Set aside. 4 Heat oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Cook pork for 3-4 minutes each side, or until…

Renaissance WITCH-HUNT The Book of Eve by Meg Clothier, Hachette It is the Fat Tuesday Night Feast and the refectory at the convent is ablaze with candles. The upstanding guests arrive in carriages plump with cushions from their fine palazzos to make merry before the Forty Day Fast. Sister Librarian Beatrice is late. There has been a scuffle as two blood-soaked women seek refuge and are taken to the infirmary. Two men appear at the gate asking if they have seen two women. Beatrice discovers a parchment in one of their bags. The older woman clasps it to her chest before she dies. Sister Agatha believes them to be village healers, but Bea knowingly stows the book beneath her skirt and runs: its pages hold secret female powers. Bio- FICTION After…

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I’ve known this month’s cover star, Petra Bagust, a long time and through many incarnations of her broadcasting career. I can clearly remember interviewing her on the occasion of her daughter’s first birthday. We talked about the rollercoaster that is that initial year of motherhood. Not too much time passed and we found ourselves talking again, this time about her experience of homebirth following the arrival of her son Jude. There have been several more chats, including the birth of another son along the way, and plenty of events, fashion shows and fundraisers over the years. She has always been generous with her time and open with her thoughts. Today, her daughter is at university and that wee baby boy is 17. This should in theory make us feel old……

The countdown’s begun on what promises to be the greatest show on earth. The Coronation at Westminster Abbey is set to mark the end of a long road for King Charles III and his wife of the past 17 years, Queen Consort Camilla, and herald the dawn of a brand new royal era. No coronation is without its headaches – King George III had his wife locked out of the Abbey while he was crowned in 1761 – and this time it’s no different. Buzzing like an angry bee around the forthcoming proceedings has been Prince Harry, a man with a book to sell and a few scores to settle. One of his principle targets has been his stepmother but his aim, most agree, is poor. Camilla formed “dangerous connections”…

Wrapped up in a cosy woollen scarf, Dame Judi Dench reclines in a spotless cream armchair. Silver-haired, blue eyes sparkling, she looks like she’s about to read me a story, not talk to me over Zoom about her latest film, Allelujah. I feel like saying, “Are you sitting comfortably? Then we’ll begin”, like that classic British show, Jackanory, when famous people read out fairytales to the nation’s children. Dame Judi has, of course, been on it – just one of the many things that’s helped her to become a bona fide global treasure. She’s speaking from her home in Outwood, Surrey, where she’s lived for the past two decades. Outside the window is her pride and joy, her garden. “I’m absolutely mad about trees, mad about them,” she confides. “All…

Here’s the rub: We have never in the history of humankind been more spoiled for skincare options. But unless you’re a dermatologist or extremely devoted to label-gazing, that has only complicated things. More choice isn’t always the path to skin nirvana but can lead us down a road to overwhelm, over-consumption and over-use of actives. “Our skin is part of what makes us unique – there is no one-size-fits-all,” says Dr Deb Cohen-Jones, a medical practitioner who co-founded the online prescription service The Secret Skincare with Dr Clara Hurst. “It’s so important for people to use products that works specifically for them.” The emphasis here is on specific. Unless you’re both very in tune with changes in your complexion and armed with an encyclopaedic knowledge of ingredients, finding “the one”…

To get you started, try Cecilia’s ultimate seven-minute workout. Just make sure you have space to do it in and check with your GP if you are unsure whether you’re safe to exercise. No equipment needed. Minute 1 Start with 60 seconds of marching on the spot. Bring alternating knees directly up in front of you, aiming for belly-button height. Do this as quickly as you can. Minute 2 60 seconds of speed squats. Squat down, sending your bum backwards and keeping your knees in line with each other. Return to a standing position by pushing down through your heels. Do these as quickly as you can. Minute 3 60 seconds of sit-ups. Lie on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat. Clench your stomach muscles and lift…

1 Task management system Don’t kid yourself that you will remember to do ‘the thing’. You won’t. Write down everything you need to do: this can be an electronic task management system that syncs from your laptop to your phone. Or a visual system, such as a whiteboard, or a notepad that is carried with you. Please note that the notepad will often go missing and then you may end up with three notepads, many loose scraps of paper, and no idea what you need to remember. 2 Calendars Record where and when you need to be somewhere. Sync your phone calendar to your partner’s or children’s calendars, and your email. Check it every day. 3 Stop procrastinating Nobody ever built a house without breaking the build down into pieces…

from the Test Kitchen Uniced blondie can be made up to 3 days ahead; store in an airtight container at room temperature. from the Test Kitchen Serve it warm as a shared dessert with scoops of ice-cream on top and spoons for everyone to dig in! If you’re not comfortable eating from the same pan, let it cool, cut into wedges and serve individual portions. You can also use this cookie dough to make individual cookies on a baking paper-lined oven tray. Roll mixture into golf ball-sized balls and bake for about 15 minutes or until golden. Marshmallow bubble eggs MAKES 10 PREP + COOK TIME 30 MINUTES (+ REFRIGERATION TIME) 90g butter200g white chocolate Melts150g pink and white marshmallows4 cups (140g) rice bbbles¾ cup (60g) shredded coconut pink and…

Loaded root fries with beer & mustard sauce SERVES 4 PREP + COOK TIME 1 HOUR 500g potatoes, unpeeled300g purple kūmara, unpeeled300g orange kūmara, unpeeled300g parsnips½ cup (125ml) extra virgin olive oil1 bunch fresh chives, chopped finely BEER & MUSTARD SAUCE25g butter2 tablespoons plain flour½ cup (125ml) pale ale1 cup (250ml) milk1 tablespoon wholegrain mustard¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1⅓ cup (160g) grated vintage cheddar½ cup (50g) grated mozzarella 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan-forced). Line three large oven trays with baking paper. 2 Scrub all potatoes, kūmara and parsnips. Cut unpeeled potatoes and kūmara into 5mm wide shoestring chips and parsnip into wedges. Place potatoes, kūmara and parsnips in a clean tea towel; gently squeeze to remove excess moisture. 3 Divide vegetable fries among oven trays.…

from the Test Kitchen Using cold potatoes will enable a firmer mixture. You can even make and shape the rissoles a day ahead and flour and fry just before serving. The rissoles also reheat well the following day. For a more economical choice pink salmon also works well in this recipe. For a crunchy crumb finish, you can flour, egg and breadcrumb the rissoles. Salmon rissoles MAKES 8 PREP + COOK TIME 45 MINUTES (+ COOLING + REFRIGERATION) 750g potatoes, peeled, chopped coarsely415g can red salmon, drained, flaked coarsely1 egg, beaten lightly3 green onions, chopped finely2 tablespoons chopped dill2 tablespoons drained baby capers2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind½ cup (35g) fresh breadcrumbs plain flour, for dusting olive oil, for shallow-frying lemon halves, caperberries, salad leaves, for serving Quick Aioli, for…

Dear Stevie, Thank you for your letter. I hope your health remains good. It seems we must now begin a letter this way, with a Victorian tip of the hat to physical well-being: it’s become a social prerequisite, as leaving calling cards once was. And we must end by saying, “Keep safe”. What a ridiculous concept! There is no “safe”. At any moment the fragile thread by which we dangle may break, and we may plummet into the unknown. “Safe,” the word, ought to be outlawed. It gives people false ideas. Sorry. I’m becoming cranky about language, a thing you don’t do unless you’re past a certain age. For youngsters, things were always called what they are called right now, but for oldsters, not. We notice the gaps, the chasms.…

Aries Mar 21 - Apr 21 As this month hits refresh on the astral calendar, your enthusiastic personality is at its most vibrant. While April’s astrology supports getting new adventures and enterprises up and running, resist overpromising or overcommitting. Nurture yourself and your supporters. A rare second new moon in your pioneering sign brings Aries’ birthday season to a flaming finale with a change-making solar eclipse. If this turbo-charged restart cycle requires leaving a piece of your old life behind, then prep a graceful exit. And as Aries writer Joseph Campbell famously advised: Follow your bliss. Taurus Apr 22 - May 21 April’s ardent energetics are counterbalanced by steady, sensual Venus and Mercury at its most practical, both happily aligned in your sure-footed sign till mid-month. This planetary conjunction strongly…

The meaning of life is… To love and be loved. To experience the passionate bond and joy that family provides, to learn and share knowledge, and to keep your eyes and your mind open. My greatest fear is … Losing my purpose. I’ve never understood… The obsession with power over humanity. The book I recommend the most is… Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind. As I’m getting older, I am interested in being wiser! The food that sums up happiness for me is… Blini. My dad used to make them for us every Sunday morning. Thin and crispy, with sugar and lemon… So good! To me, love looks like… Being there for one another. My happy place is… When my family is well and happy. That contentment takes me to…

In 2019 I was 28 and at a crossroads in my career. I was teaching at a school not far from where I grew up, but I felt it was time to look for the next challenge, to step outside my comfort zone and fulfil a dream of working somewhere either rural or remote. After sending out some applications I had two very different choices before me. One was an offer of employment as an assistant principal. It would be a step forward in my career and a permanent leadership position. The other was a six-month contract as a teacher in Wilcannia, an outback community on the Darling-Baaka River, about two hours from Broken Hill. The traditional owners are the Barkindji people. They were two very different paths. Two worlds…

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Here’s the thing: we all misplace our keys or phone. We don’t always finish what we start. We might fidget or zone out in meetings, miss appointments, make impulse purchases, fall down the rabbit hole of social media when procrastinating, and sometimes feel overwhelmed by the juggle that is modern parenting. But that doesn’t mean we have ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). We’re humans, not bots (and even they don’t function glitch-free). For most of us these symptoms are a momentary nuisance, but for 1 in 20 New Zealanders they become a major stumbling block for managing the ‘big’ stuff: getting a degree, managing a mortgage, parenting effectively or holding a job. “Women are more likely to experience both ‘missed’ diagnosis of ADHD, or ‘misdiagnosis’ of ADHD,” says Dani Bultitude,…

ADHD shares many similarities with anxiety, depression and a dysregulated nervous system, according to Dr Ashwini Padhi, Psychiatrist at South Pacific Private. “ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder. However, when we talk about a dysregulated nervous system, it is more like the rhythm of ‘normal’ regulation patterns gets disrupted, so people cannot respond to life in a flexible and resilient way,” he says. As it impacts thoughts, feelings and behaviour, it can lead to a disproportionate response to stress (as either an under or overreaction). “For example, if you find yourself absentmindedly staring into the refrigerator, wondering how you got there, or perhaps you can’t sit still for long periods and need to busy yourself, you may well be experiencing a reaction to a stressful interaction or thought process.” Although nervous…

Crisp skin salmon with herb yoghurt SERVES 1 PREP + COOK TIME 20 MINUTES 200g piece salmon, skin on2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped finely, plus extra to serve¼ cup coriander leaves, chopped finely1 small garlic clove, crushed¼ teaspoon chilli flakes¼ teaspoon ground cumin¼ teaspoon ground coriander1 teaspoon lemon juice¼ cup (80g) Greek yoghurt125g microwave brown rice, heated 1 Rub salmon fillet with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil. Season all over with salt flakes. 2 Cook salmon, skin-side down, in a heated frying pan or on a barbecue flatplate for 4 minutes or until the skin is crisp and browned. Turn, cook for a further minute or until done as desired. Salmon is best served a little rare in the centre. 3 For…

Homecoming by Kate Morton, A&U ate Morton’s epic seventh novel is not only a taut murder mystery but a tender love letter to her homeland. She wrote the story holed up with her family in South Australia during the pandemic, unable to return to their UK base. There she reconnected with the Australia of her youth and began pondering what it really means to ‘come home’. “Living near my extended family in the landscape of my childhood, I found myself thinking about home and belonging. Long, surreal days of quarantine on a sunlit farm in the Adelaide Hills, surrounded by the natural world, provided just the right conditions for such thoughts to coalesce around characters and a story,” she says. And what a tale it is, opening in 1959 with…

Can you share a pic on your phone that makes you smile? This photo was after the JFL Sydney Gala last year. Eric Idle is a hero of mine. I grew up with Monty Python, so when I heard he was coming on stage to sing “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life”, I almost wet myself with excitement. He was so funny, so wonderful, and even came and had beers with us afterwards. What is the meaning of life? Woah, what a confronting first question! I thought this was gonna be like, “What’s your favourite colour?” Unfortunately, comedian Melanie Bracewell doesn’t have the answer to this question. I know I give off that vibe of “all knowing”, but I truly don’t know! I’m going to try to earn…