Innholdsfortegnelse for 1739 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

weekly PEOPLE THEY’RE YOUR STORIES ‘When you get that first purr from them, you know you’re doing some kind of good’ “I’ve been known to have 37 cats in my house during our peak times. My parents think I’m insane, but my kids love it! At the moment, I only have two fostered cats but I can have anywhere between 20 and 30 during those busy holiday periods, such as Christmas. A lot of people go on holiday, so there are fewer of us who can take kittens at that time. It’s also a busy breeding time. Also in the house are four of my own cats and one goofball of a dog, a Dalmatian-boxer cross. He’s very good with cats, which is great because then…

‘There’s a new generation who no longer want to come and just have a singsong around the piano’ Think Reiki, aromatherapy and mindfulness, and chances are the image conjured up will have nothing to do with end-of-life care. Auckland’s Dove Hospice could best be described as “boutique”, with its groundbreaking holistic model of palliative care. It’s a model Janine Ewan, CEO of Dove House’s clinical services, says is likely to become more and more mainstream as baby boomers age. “We have a non-medical focus. That doesn’t mean we don’t support people and their medical choices, because we absolutely do, but we do what we do because others are doing what they do [in the medical area]. “There’s a new generation who no longer want to come and just have a…

Go for gold this summer Get your skin, hair and nails in tip-top shape for the upcoming social season with GO Healthy’s range of supplements, Beautiful Skin Collagen Support, Hair Skin Nails and Sun UV Protect to give yourself extra protection from sunburn and premature ageing. Priced from $29.90 and available at leading health food stores and pharmacies nationwide. Packed full of fruit Barker’s new fruit compotes are whole-fruit toppers, perfect for use on breakfasts, baking and desserts, even in smoothies. There are four vibrant flavours, Rhubarb, Strawberry & Raspberry; Boysenberry & Blackcurrant with Chia; Black Cherry & Vanilla with Apple; and Peach, Mango & Passionfruit. Try making the gorgeous recipe at right. Available in convenient, ready-to-use 500g pouches from the canned section in supermarkets nationwide, RRP $5.99. SPEAR a…

A change in season is a chance to play with new innovations, textures and colours for a fresh take on your make-up look. Here’s our pick of the bunch. Fresh and fun! INNOVATIVE LINERS Where once we had only kohl pencils to choose from, these days eyeliners come in so many different forms. If it’s a fine line you like, get the ball rolling with (1) M.A.C Roller Wheel Liquid Liner, $42. It has a tiny spinning disc that picks up just the right amount of liquid and rolls an effortless, thin line of colour. Remember the classic BIC 4-Color Ballpoint Multi-Pen? We love the make-up version of it – (2) Clarin’s 4 Colour All-in-One Pen, $50. Click to choose brown, black or blue eyeliner, or a nude shade of…

If you’ve decided to use cloth nappies instead of disposables for your baby, here’s my tried-and true method of cleaning them. Plus, how to handwash silk and an easy way to rid your feet of calluses. Baby steps! READER LETTER OF THE WEEK Dear Wendyl, I am expecting a baby and my mother-in-law recently gave me two dozen cloth nappies, which is lovely. The problem is, I have no idea how to wash them and was hoping you might be able to help me? I want to use them and show her how much I appreciated the gift. Erica Dear Erica, Congratulations on your baby and what a lovely gift from your mother-in-law. Most parents who use cloth nappies say that once you get into a routine, it’s no more…

If you’ve ever wondered what to do with those half-empty tins of paint taking up space in the garage or shed, I have the answer, plus why you sometimes have to pay for blood tests. You’ve just finished painting your house. Is there a better way of disposing of unwanted paint rather than taking it to the tip? You can take unwanted paints and containers to your local Resene ColorShop. They take all brands and will recycle or dispose of them responsibly. There’s a small charge for non-Resene branded products (25c per litre) but the rest is free. Good-quality paint will be offered to community groups for re-use. If you’re a community group, you can apply to Resene for paint. Selected ColorShops have been designated Collection Centres. Go online to…

Family men I really enjoyed reading the article “A tale of two fathers” (04.09.17). Noa Woolloff and Peter Bromhead are from two different generations and walks of life, but they both share a complete devotion to raising their children to be their best selves. The fathers haven’t allowed public criticism affect the way they have brought up their children – Noa is an inspirational role model for many young dads (and older ones), he would do anything for his daughter, and Peter proves that it’s never too late to be the committed and caring father you want to be. It’s clear to see their children are so loved. L Thomas, via email NOTICEBOARD JUBILEE Chisnallwood Intermediate School celebrates 50 years on Labour Weekend, October 27-28, 2017. Email info@chisnallwood.school.nz or go…

AN INCONVENIENT SEQUEL: TRUTH TO POWER RATING PG Over a decade ago, former Vice President Al Gore shocked the world with his eye-opening documentary on climate change. Now he’s tackling it again with this new film, revisiting the improvements the world has made over the past years. But the documentary took an unexpected turn during filming, when Donald Trump – a firm non-believer in climate change – entered the presidential race. It is hard for this film to live up to its Oscar-winning predecessor, but it’s definitely still an interesting documentary that will have you hooked. Ellen Mackenzie PARADISE FOUND Peter Wolfkamp and Shelley Ferguson are familiar faces on Three’s The Block NZ. Now they’re back with a brand-new show. This series follows the duo on a mission to help…

It was a hard task picking a favourite and I can tell you that the voting was very , very tight in the end. No, for once I’m not talking about the election, but our competition to find New Zealand’s Classic Cake! This week, you crowned carrot cake as the Kiwi baking recipe that fills you with the most nostalgia and joy . Bravo! But now, with that information, I’d love it if you could do something truly special to celebrate our 85th birthday. I’d love for you to bake us a birthday cake – perhaps the winning carrot cake – and then in the spirit of the Weekly, share that cake with someone else. I’m sure you’re all familiar with the idea of “Paying It Forward” – well, now…

Sarah, Duchess of York, was devastated when her millionaire boyfriend Manuel Fernandez broke up with her 18 months ago, but it seems there is no bad blood between the pair. Sarah was spotted cosying up to the half-Irish, half-Spanish internet tycoon at two separate events held as part of the charity event Celebrity Fight Night in Rome, sparking rumours the pair have rekindled their romance. On both occasions, the couple looked to be close, with Prince Andrew’s ex-wife resting her head against Manuel’s cheek as they posed for photos. Sarah (57) and Manuel (49) were introduced by a mutual friend early in 2014, and dated until March last year, when Manuel pulled the plug on their relationship. Sarah had been far keener on him than he was on her, according…

Former Coro actor John Michie is grief-stricken after the death of his youngest daughter Louella, whose body was found in woodland at a music festival. John – who played cab driver Karl Munro on the soap, as well as starring in drama series Taggart as Detective Robbie Ross – and his wife Carol drove 200km from their London home to Dorset in the middle of the night after getting a panicked call from one of Louella’s friends and a WhatsApp message containing a GPS location. They were not allowed into the festival but when staff checked the location, they found the 25-year-old’s body. A man was arrested in connection with her death but John (60) told a newspaper, “It’s not murder. It was just a tragic mistake.” According to other…

I think the month of September is when we really need comfort food! Though the seasons are changing, it can feel as though winter may continue to cling on forever. Treat yourself with some of these naughty but very, very nice fudge-inspired recipes as a cheer up. Sweet treats! Walnut Russian fudge slice MAKES 20-24 pieces This slice combines two of my favourite things – a biscuit base and a Russian fudge topping! BASE 1 packet (225g) digestive or wine biscuits 125g butter ½ cup sugar 1 egg, lightly beaten with a fork 1 cup chopped walnuts, plus extra for topping ½ tsp cinnamon TOPPING 1½ cups sugar 55ml milk 70g butter 100ml condensed milk 1 tbsp golden syrup ½ tsp sea salt ½ tsp vanilla extract 1 Line a…

Spring is here and so are the new season florals. Burst out with your own pretty pieces that will brighten any day. Flower up! Bare shoulders and frills give a feminine feel to this frock. THE DRESS • Have your own señorita moment in this glorious cold-shoulder and frilled floral design from Ketz-ke. This midi-length number will have you the centre of attention day or night. • For a day or resort-worthy look, wear with neutral accessories, including some espadrille-style wedges. DRESS $198 from KETZ-KE. SHOES $139.90 from WITCHERY. THE BLOUSE • The sunshine palette is a major colour trend this season and this Witchery floral blouse with ruffle sleeves will be an elegant addition to any wardrobe. • Worn here with a simple yet elegant antique-white, faux wrap Country…

This week’s model Gloria shares her beauty secrets with us… What is the best tip a make-up artist has ever given you? Pat some foundation or concealer over your lips before applying your lippy. It helps the colour last longer and will stop it from bleeding. What was your most recent skincare purchase? Imedeen Time Perfection skincare tablets – I’ve been a fan of this product for years. I love how it takes care of my skin from the inside out. Tell us about your most recent make-up buy? It was a M.A.C Satin Lipstick. I was looking for a specific colour match to a dress for an event, and M.A.C has such a great range of colours and textures to choose from. What is your favourite fragrance? I’ve always…

If you have a stream handy, why not try introducing some watercress and give yourself a source of vitamin C, calcium, iron and folate? Or you coud try growing it in a pot. Fill a pot with seed-raising mix and put the watercress seeds on the surface. Keep well watered. When the plants are a few centimetres high, submerge the pot in a bucket of water. Make sure you change the water every week and, in the beginning, add an organic liquid fertiliser such as seaweed. Once it is growing well, keep the water clean and rinse the watercress before eating.…

“One or two pieces of cool costume jewellery will take an outfit from zero to hero in an instant.” LEONIE BARLOW THE STYLE INSIDER  Anyone can throw a bunch of clothes into a bag and call it packing, but if you want your next trip to really feel like a holiday, then it’s time to learn how to pack like a pro. I take a little time to imagine myself in various locations and scenarios, and plan my outfits accordingly. Taking a quick snap of my outfits on my phone means that when I open my suitcase and my mind goes blank, I have a quick and easy reference of all my pre-prepared Insta-worthy outfits. After all, you want to enjoy your time away and not feel like…

LIP SYNCHED My toddler daughter is fascinated watching me put on my make-up, particularly nail polish and lipstick. She will happily while away some time by practising on herself and proudly came out to show her dad the result one day. “What’s that on your mouth,” he asked. ”Lip polish. I need it to talk with,” she replied. KA, Ohope BOWLING ALONG After THAT controversial bowling decision by the Australian cricket captain recently, my humour was restored by the sight of a hitch-hiker passing through our town with a sign attached to his pack, which read, “I’m no under-handed Aussie.” I hope someone gave him a lift. He deserved one! JL, East Coast, April 20, 1981 WHAT A CHEF! Dad was baching and decided to cook dinner. The meat had…

Tom’s so unusual! It was interesting to read that Welshman Sir Tom Jones was influenced and helped by Elvis Presley, and was a good friend of his (28.08.17). What I was saddened to learn was Tom has recently lost his wife and childhood sweetheart Linda to cancer after 59 years of marriage. That must have been devastating for him. At 77, it’s amazing he has managed to keep his voice and is still a fantastic entertainer. He still sings one of his most popular songs, It’s Not Unusual,with almost as much energy as he did in his younger days when women in the audience threw underwear at him while he was on stage. I am sure he’ll be entertaining us for a few more years yet. G Elvidge, Kapiti The…

‘People notice his unusual youthfulness and distrust it – hence his mother is drowned as a witch’ I don’t know if I’ve ever read a novel quite like How to Stop Time. It’s fantastical, but at the same time, filled with truths about life and love. The plot is a spin on the classic time travel story. Tom Hazard has a rare condition. He ages incredibly slowly. Even though he was born more than 400 years ago, he’s still only sprouted a single grey hair. He will grow old eventually but generations of people will live and die in the meantime. This presents Tom with some major problems. People notice his unusual youthfulness and distrust it – hence his mother is drowned as a witch. Eventually, he discovers there is…

He lives in Brighton, England, and has also produced children’s books and screenplays. He’s 42, his partner Andrea Semple is a writer as well and they have two children together. He has suffered from depression and anxiety, and wrote a memoir about it. On how this novel was inspired by his own mental health problems: “Depression and anxiety made me obsessed with time because suddenly days felt like years. I felt trapped in the present moment.” On how he recovered: “I still get bouts of depression but I’m a lot better than I was. Staying sane and well is a complicated, never-ending process. The critical thing was that I had people I could talk to around me.” On his aim as a writer: “I think the challenge is to convey…

It was a perfect spring morning. We saw in the news that around the country, hail and rain were lashing both islands and, in fact, the forecast had been dire for our weekend in Kaikoura, but the weather gods had smiled on us. From the time we arrived on the Friday night, the weather had been beautiful – sunny, cold and clear. Perfect conditions in which to run my first half marathon in 18 months. And even better conditions to head out to sea to swim with dolphins. Every time I’ve been to Kaikoura, it’s been for work. I’ve never had the time to make the most of the town’s attractions. This time, however, it was for fun – if slogging your way around 21km can be classed as fun.…

We’re sure this is not the first time Charlize Theron has been called a knockout! The beautiful South African actress was all smiles as she prepared for a gruelling workout session in Los Angeles last week. After putting on 16kg for her role in the upcoming flick Tully, Charlize (41) says it was far harder to shed the weight she gained for her latest film than it was losing the 20kg she packed on in 2003 for Monster. “I couldn’t lose the weight,” she says. “I called my doctor and I said, ‘I think I’m dying!’ And he’s like, ‘No, you’re 41. Calm down!’”…

‘The couple, who have been dating for just over a year, are as good as engaged’ It’s being dubbed Operation Princess – the masterplan to prepare for when Meghan Markle takes on what could be the most challenging role of her life. The American actress and her boyfriend Prince Harry (33) are on the verge of announcing their engagement, according to sources close to the royal family, and behind the scenes palace officials are working hard to make sure her transition from commoner to royal goes as smoothly as possible. According to some insiders, the couple, who have been dating for just over a year, are “as good as engaged” after their romantic holiday in Botswana last month. But it was decided that the pair should hold off breaking their…

A glamorous red-carpet regular, Michelle Pfeiffer (59) often got the top billing in Hollywood blockbusters. Beginning with her breakout role as Elvira Hancock in 1983’s Scarface, Michelle went on to earn Oscar nominations for her work in Dangerous Liaisons and The Fabulous Baker Boys. And then suddenly, it felt like she all but disappeared. That is, until now. The award-winning actress is back in the limelight, alongside Jennifer Lawrence (27), Javier Bardem (48) and Ed Harris (66), for the Darren Aronofsky (48) thriller that has got everyone talking, Mother!. However, the award-winning actress doesn’t view this latest movie as her comeback. To her, she never truly left. “It’s so weird,” she says. “I didn’t really go away. But I do have a lot of work coming out in a condensed…

‘I go along to rehearsals, become Norma Desmond and just forget my woes and worries.’ Maryanne Rushton has many strings to her bow. She’s a dog groomer, figure-skating judge, and a professional film and TV make-up artist, to name just a few of the occupations that keep her busy. “I know, I know,” she laughs as she lists an impressive collection of her many talents. “I like variety.” But her major passion is singing and acting in theatrical stage productions. And the Aucklander – who was a recipient of The Variety Artists Club of New Zealand Scroll of Honour and was classically trained by Dame Sister Mary Leo, the woman behind Dame Kiri Te Kanawa – is counting her lucky stars that she can still perform after she had to…

The definition palliative care as described by the New Zealand Ministry of Health is care for people of all ages with a life-limiting or life-threatening condition. Palliative care aims to: • Optimise an individual’s quality of life until death by addressing the person’s physical, psychosocial, spiritual and cultural needs. • Support the individual’s family and whanau, and other caregivers where needed, through the illness and after death. Patients transition to palliative care at the time they are told they have a life-limiting condition. They receive palliative care according to their individual need. It may be suitable whether death is days, weeks, months or occasionally even years away. It may be suitable sometimes when people are getting treatments aimed at increasing their quantity of life. Important features of palliative care are…

Full of lunchbox and after-school snack ideas, along with wholesome dinners and desserts, Wick Nixon’s new book Healthy Lunchbox Love will arm you with food ideas to feed the fussiest to the feistiest of eaters. The recipes follow Wick’s food philosophy – healthy food made easy. AFGHANS MAKES 20 biscuits Using an original afghan recipe, I’ve replaced the white sugar with coconut sugar, white flour with spelt and wholemeal flour, cocoa powder with cacao powder and cornflakes with Weet-Bix – these changes make this family favourite a much healthier choice. 200g butter, softened ¹/ 3 cup coconut sugar ½ cup spelt flour ¼ cup cacao powder 3/4 cup wholemeal flour 4 Weet-Bix, finely crushed ICING ¹/ 3 cup dark chocolate drops (recommended sugar-free) Walnut pieces 1 Preheat oven…

1 Trans-seasonal sleeve solutions Jackets come in all shapes and styles these days, and are ideal to throw on with everything from denim to feminine styling. The main trends you’ll be seeing this season are the bomber, motorcycle-influenced and structured blazers. Witchery continues to reign supreme when it comes to tailored styles and this sharp option in fresh white with gold military buttons will work for seasons to come. Max’s suedette biker jacket can be worn casual or dressy. And this bold and exclusive to EziBuy printed bomber will work with all the summer colours, as well as offering a sophisticated take on the streetwear trend. 2 Get the drop Welcome in the new season with some fun and bold over-sized statement pieces for your earlobes. Don’t just super-size things…

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The subject of this week’s column may be enough to make you lose the will to live. When I saw what I’d decided to write about, I wondered what planet I’d been on when I dreamed up this idea... ‘They are being used as low walls, garden edges, seats, pillars and more’ In case you’re not familiar with the term “gabion basket”, I’d better explain that it simply refers to a wire container full of rocks. I bet you’re dancing with excitement already. The word “gabion” basically means big cage, but don’t beat yourself up for not knowing that because, according to Auntie Google, it is in the lower 50% of commonly used words in the Collins dictionary. I wonder why that would be. The baskets are often used to…

VIRGO Aug 24 - Sept 23 You want someone to see what you are doing and to convince them they should back you on a particular project or investment. But are you talking too much? Or you might be interested in someone romantically and talking to them constantly. That is not going to get you anywhere. Listen instead. There is plenty of time to say what needs be said, you don’t need to fill the silence. LIBRA Sep 24 – Oct 23 You will have to share the limelight with someone you do not get on well with this week. It will be a situation where they are going to be oppositional from the start. Just let them lead the way and do their thing. Make your mark by achieving…

When Julianne Moore’s good friend Colin Firth asked if she wanted to join the cast of the sequel to his spy movie Kingsman: The Secret Service, she immediately said yes. “I loved the first one,” she tells. “It’s a takeoff, a riff on spy movies. It’s a genre you don’t see very often. There’s action and humour, but there’s a real intelligence as well.” In Kingsman: The Golden Circle, Julianne (56) plays evil villain Poppy Adams, an exiled crime lord now living in her own personal theme park. “She’s a funny character and clearly a sociopath,“ she explains. “What I loved is her desire. She’s first and foremost a business person and wants to be acknowledged for the great acumen that she has.” A personal highlight for Julianne was getting…

My favourite book ever is… All the King’s Men by Robert Penn Warren. It’s a truly unbelievable novel, written in the 1940s, which blew me away on so many levels. It was recommended to me by my father-in-law, not long after I started as a political reporter. The story focuses on the rise of a state governor in the United States in the 1930s and it’s an epic yarn full of fantastic flawed characters, heartbreak, regret, corruption and tragedy. My book of the moment is… Days Without End by Sebastian Barry. This Western novel follows the life of a young man who gets caught up fighting in the Indian Wars and the Civil War. The key to this book is Barry’s incredible writing. I was transfixed. I love stories about…

I have a new respect for tradition. Not for any meaningful reason; I haven’t suddenly found a deep understanding of any specific commemoration or institution. No. My respect for tradition comes from realising just how hard they are to establish. Getting a tradition started is easy: You just make a decree, like,“It’s No Biscuit Tuesday!” Maintaining that tradition is where the grunt work comes in and, unless you are a particularly focused or invested individual, practicality or laziness will take over and you’ll give in. One of the habits Megan and I are trying to embed in our daily routine is that of conversation at dinner. I have wild imaginings of our family meals bubbling with banter and intellectual electricity as we pass giant plates of food between us. The…