Innholdsfortegnelse for 1747 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

It may have been a breezy Miami day, but that didn’t stop Sharon Stone jumping into a bathing suit to frolick in Florida’s warm waters. The Basic Instinct star enjoyed some time out in the surf with friends. Wearing a figure-hugging blue swimsuit, it’s hard to believe the actress will turn 60 in March! Sharon was no doubt taking some downtime after being honoured at a glitzy event for her philanthropy, helping at-risk children with the charity Planet Hope, which she founded with her sister Kelly.…

“I once heard him shout, ‘Get those bloody cameras away from the Queen’ when photographers got too close” Australia-born journalist Judy Wade has worked as a royal correspondent for decades. She has covered every British royal wedding since 1981 and is the author of many royal books, most recently Diana: The Intimate Portrait. Judy is given permission to cover major events in the lives of the royals, as well as day-to-day appearances or royal tours – this means she has some unique insights into the royal family (she’s even tickled little Prince George’s tummy on occasion). Here, she gives us her insights into Her Majesty and Prince Philip’s love story. When the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary on November 20, there won’t be any…

 "I was born in England, in a little village called Warfield in Bracknell, which is close to Windsor Castle. My mother Florence adored royalty, so I suspect my passion for it came from her. ‘Bill and I got married two weeks before Prince William and Kate’s wedding’ Mum corresponded on a regular basis with the Queen, sending letters and cards, and never forgetting an occasion. She would always get a reply. For the coronation, she went to London, standing in the pouring rain among the crowds to watch it. I came to New Zealand in 1979 with my five children. We landed in Auckland on the day of the Mt Erebus crash. It was an atmosphere of mourning. Everyone I met seemed to know someone involved – it was so…

Whether you’re walking up the aisle for the first time or not, weddings are the perfect occasion to make a statement with your outfit. Here comes the bride! GLAMOUR MOMENT • Channel your inner vintage glamour – with a contemporary twist – in this stunning lace gown from Glamour Boutique. • The panelling from the hips down is incredibly flattering. Plus the sheer sleeves will give you all of the coverage you desire while still keeping a beautiful feminine look. • The dress is simply accessorised here with a pair of statement crystal earrings and white shoes. DRESS $469 from GLAMOUR BOUTIQUE. NEXT EARRINGS $29.99 from EZIBUY. RINGS $12.99 for set from LOVISA. SHOES $59.99 from NUMBER ONE SHOES. PLEATS, PLEASE • Sometimes simple, understated elegance is all you need…

Spoil yourself with a good old-fashioned hair rinse this weekend, how to get rid of rust stains and make your own mascara. Good hair day! 7 HAIR RINSES It’s so easy to help your hair to shine without using nasty chemicals. Try these easy rinses next time you shampoo your hair. CALENDULA PETALS: To brighten blonde hair, pour 1 cup boiling water over ¼ cup calendula petals; let cool. Use as a final rinse after your shampoo. CATNIP: For a quick dandruff cure, brew a strong tea of dried catnip leaves and boiling water. Once cooled, massage into your scalp after shampooing. Rinse well with cool water. LEMON JUICE: The juice of 1 lemon and 1 cup water mixed together brings life and shine back to dull hair. Use as…

HESSIAN POT You will need... • Hessian material – 1 x 1.8 metre • Gold spray paint • Masking tape • Sewing pins • White paint 1 Cut a circle for the base of the pot. We used a side plate as a guide. Loosely measure the length of the sides of the pot by pinning the hessian around the base, allowing an extra 2cm for the seam. If the hessian’s a bit thin, just double it over. 2 After unpinning, paint the base and both sides of the length white. Fold over the length again and use gaffer tape (or sticker dots) to create a cross pattern on one side. Spray this side with gold paint, then also spray one side of the base. Remove the gaffer tape to…

Tim & Catherine Lambert The happy couple, who both grew up in Paraparaumu on the Kapiti Coast, first met in 1998 at high school. So it was appropriate that, having since travelled the world on separate adventures, they should end up tying the knot 19 years later virtually in their own backyard! In fact, the venue for their day, Sudbury – set on a 20-hectare horse farm – was so close to their childhood homes that both bride and groom prepared for their big day with nearby family. But while taking photos at Peka Peka Beach was a highlight, for Catherine, it’s her and Tim’s marriage, more than their March wedding, that is truly special. “Tim has proven to be a loving, kind and encouraging husband,” she says. “He’s a…

COME ALONG AND SEE THE MAGIC UNFOLD… Enter a world of imagination and discover the story that inspired a generation. Goodbye Christopher Robin gives a rare glimpse into the relationship between beloved children’s author A. A. Milne (Domhnall Gleeson) and his son Christopher Robin, whose toys inspired the magical world of Winnie the Pooh. Along with his mother Daphne (Margot Robbie) and his nanny Olive (Kelly Macdonald), Christopher Robin and his family are swept up in the international success of the books; the beloved tales bringing hope and comfort to England after the First World War. But with the eyes of the world on young Christopher, what will the cost be to the family? EXPERIENCE THE ENCHANTING WORLD OF GOODBYE CHRISTOPHER ROBIN , IN CINEMAS NOVEMBER 23.…

INTO the blue TV DISCOVER WHAT IS THE SCOURGE OF THE SEAS In 1952, Sir David Attenborough worked on his first programme for the BBC where they struggled to capture a fish on camera. Fast-forward 65 years and things have changed for the famed naturalist. In the second season of his latest series, Blue Planet II, narrator David (91) promises spectacular underwater footage using some of the world’s most advanced camera equipment. But it’s not just technology that’s changed during his time exploring the oceans. “Wherever you go, you see plastic,” he explains. “I first dived in the tropics in 1957, so that’s a long time ago, and you didn’t see any plastic then. Now you see it everywhere, there’s no part of the ocean where you can’t see it.”…

Kelly Wilson appeared in TV’s Keeping up with the Kaimanawas and is the author of two new books, Saving the Snowing Brumbies (Penguin Random House, RRP $45) and Dandy the Mountain Pony (Penguin Random House, RRP $15). My favourite book ever is... The Silver Brumby by Elyne Mitchell because it painted a vivid picture for me of the life of wild horses in the Snowy Mountains and inspired a love of wild horses. Working with Kaimanawas in New Zealand, Brumbies in Australia and the American Mustangs has brought those dreams to life. My book of the moment is... A Dog’s Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron because it really captures life through the viewpoint of a dog. As I…

Lately it’s felt as though it’s impossible for a week to go by without news coming through of another Hollywood marriage falling apart. It’s got to the stage where a celebrity couple toasting 10 years of marriage suddenly sounds like a remarkable feat. So it’s with much pleasure that we celebrate a truly extraordinary love story this week – the 70th wedding anniversary of Her Majesty and Prince Philip. Theirs was an unlikely romance, but one that has weathered many a storm – challenges that seemed so unlikely to be ahead for young Elizabeth. Their bond is truly unbreakable and 70 years on, there is still so much joy in their relationship. It’s a private bond that is rarely on show in public, but our insider accounts shed some light…

‘I’m sorry for that little interlude, but as you know, it happens in marriage’ The world’s fascination with Queen Elizabeth has spawned many documentaries and movies, shining a spotlight on the long-serving monarch – and many of these have looked at her relationship with her husband Prince Philip. The Netflix show The Crown became a runaway hit – the spectacular show, with its incredibly rich costumes and sets, followed the rise of Elizabeth to Queen, and the impact this had on her marriage. A second series is now in the works. And last month, a book was released as a companion to the first series, looking into those incredible moments of the Queen and Philip’s lives. One such incident went against everything we had seen of the Queen in her…

Dame Agatha Christie “had always been allergic” to cinema adaptations of her books, her husband Max Mallowan was quoted as saying. “She didn’t like her characters to be portrayed on book covers either,” says James Prichard, her great-grandson. Agatha, who wrote 66 detective novels between 1920 and 1976, translated into around 45 languages, is the most widely read novelist in history, with sales of more than two billion copies worldwide. There have been 23 film adaptations of her books in the UK alone, not to mention the multiple TV series. And now we have Murder on the Orient Express. Directed by Sir Kenneth Branagh (who also plays Belgian detective Hercule Poirot), it features a parade of greats from stage and screen, including Johnny Depp, Penélope Cruz, Willem Dafoe, Dame Judi…

We’re celebrating with the royals by whipping up some of the best of British sweet treats – Eccles cakes, those darling sugar-dusted gems; an old-fashioned syrupy roly-poly pudding; an apple and berry pie and Mum’s shortbread. Happy anniversary to the Queen and Prince Philip. Britannia rules! Eccles cakes MAKES 10-12 Forget the dry and overly sweet versions you may have had before, these cakes are delicate, crisp and buttery. I recommend you do as the English do, and enjoy them with some crumbly cheese and a cup of black tea. PASTRY 120g high grade flour Pinch of salt 100g butter, chilled 50ml iced water FILLING  ½ cup currants ½ cup other dried fruit – I used sultanas, figs and prunes 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp mixed spice ¼ tsp…

1 What to wear to a WEDDING Lace, feminine florals or prints are always a safe bet for a wedding. These cornflower blue lace coordinates from EziBuy are ideal for church nuptials, the Witchery option will work for a country wedding (don’t forget to add a hat!), and the Seed Heritage frilled maxi will have you ready to dance the night away. 2 Ear candy A statement earring is the perfect way to complete your outfit – opt for crystals, pearls and sequins. 3 Happy feet There is a lot of standing around at a wedding so choose a heel that isn’t too high so you can spend plenty of time of the dance floor too! FIND IT COLETTE BY COLETTE HAYMAN (09) 815 1481 COUNTRY ROAD 0800 105 655…

We all know effective communication is essential to a strong and satisfying relationship, but where to start? With the willingness to question each other, and ourselves, of course. “Sometimes it may make us uncomfortable, but a lot of good can come out of asking questions of you and your partner,” says life coach Lindsay Tighe. “If you don’t treat it like an interrogation, the right kind of questions can help to highlight any issues. And the sooner differing views and potential conflicts are identified, the happier and more peaceful life at home can be.” What do I really appreciate about our relationship? “Often we focus on what the other person isn’t doing. So asking yourself what you like about your partner and relationship is a helpful starting point,” explains relationship…

Just about everything to do with gardening is about planning ahead, so I’m addressing the issue of Christmas gifts a month out from the event. It’ll give family and friends time to hunt down the things on my list, and me time to find the things on their lists. It’s good to give! I’m giving notice that I am no longer a form before function person. The change came about a few weeks ago when I finally admitted my mid-century chairs looked fabulous but were bloody uncomfortable, and the cute bee house I bought recently is of no interest to bees. Friends and relatives are now on notice that if they happen to see a gift for me that is gorgeous, but largely dysfunctional, I don’t want it. What I…

Do you like the royal family?” asked Graham, our London tour guide as he expertly navigated his black London taxi through the Westminster streets. “I can see how they’re great for Britain, but I don’t really think about them too much back home in New Zealand,” I replied, sounding like a true colonial. Despite what I told Graham, as our morning tour continued, I couldn’t hide the fact that I am rather interested in the royals. Dare I say it – I am quite fond of most of them. The police close local roads for the Changing of the Guard at 11am, so Graham parked up and we continued our tour on foot. It was a great way to get our bearings on our first day in London. I had…

APPLE OF MY EYE My youngest son was leafing through an alphabet book one day, so I paused what I was doing to point out to him that the word “ball” starts with a “b” sound. “And what sound does an apple start with?” I asked. He thought for a moment, before a huge grin appeared on his face. Then he replied very enthusiastically, “Crunch!” Chomp Chomp, Christchurch SCROLL OVER “In the olden days, when you went to school Mum, what did you wear?” asked Miss Seven the other night. “Old-fashioned clothes, didn’t you Mum?” said Miss Nine. I told them I wore a gym frock and blouse as they do. “And did you read Janet and John books,” went on Miss Seven. “Don’t be silly,” scoffed Miss Nine. “In…

Golden couple I am filled with admiration for Julia Roberts, who at 50, is still regarded as America’s sweetheart (30.10.17). I also have a high regard for her and Danny, her husband of 15 years, and I now dub them the silver screen’s golden couple. When they got married, many were wondering if their relationship would last, but look at them now. Their marriage is as strong as ever, thanks to their three children – twins Hazel and Phinnaeus, and Henry – who surely helped to keep their doting parents together. I am a great fan of this gorgeous “pretty woman” and Oscar winner, who can easily manage to juggle family life and her career. Julia is the picture of a happy, contented mother, very family oriented and the way…

A novel featuring eerie painted figures whose eyes move sounds like it might be a bit naff, but The Silent Companions is anything but. This gothic ghost story is brilliantly atmospheric and very, very creepy. It’s set in England in the late 1800s and you know things have gone badly wrong for its heroine Elsie right from the beginning because she’s mute and incarcerated in a mental asylum. Her doctor coaxes her to write down the history of how she ended up in such a state and so her spooky tale is told. Elsie tells of how, pregnant and newly widowed, she is sent to her husband’s crumbling old estate in the country to await the birth of their child. It’s an unwelcoming place staffed by very few servants as…

Last time I wrote, I mentioned how relaxed my wife and I are when it comes to anniversaries. This year, I may have found the limit. Two days ago, while we were bonding as a married couple, watching separate TV shows on different devices, Megan turned to me with a worried look on her face, gestured for me to remove my headphones and said, “You didn’t get me an anniversary present, did you?” Even though I was sure she wanted a “no”, I still paused. There remains a very cautious male part of my brain that feels the need to cast an eye over all incoming questions from my beloved, looking for possible hooks, traps or subtext. He advised I was fine to answer, but to deliver it with a…

He’s currently facing some heat after details of his offshore investments were leaked to the public, but Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, were made to sweat for an entirely different reason on a royal visit to Malaysia last week. While Charles (68) and Camilla (70) braved the blistering heat and humidity in the city of Penang, eyebrows were raised as it was revealed that the prince, an outspoken environmental campaigner, had privately invested money in a forestry firm. But the couple were still all smiles as they walked in the soaring temperatures to a Hindu temple, where they received silk shawls. “We believe silk has the power to attract positive vibes,” said one worshipper. Charles will be pleased!…

If our potential sister-in-law was the Duchess of Cambridge, we’d seek her fashion advice – but despite a similar look, all is not what it seems between the duchess and Meghan Markle! Kate (35) stepped out in a gorgeous Diane von Furstenberg gown to attend a gala held at Kensington Palace last week – and while royal watchers will remember the duchess has donned this frock a couple of times before, Meghan (36) has also been spotted in a mini version of the dress! Mum-of-two Kate displayed a wee baby bump in the gown, which she also wore in 2014 while pregnant with Princess Charlotte. With her newly shortened hair styled in voluminous curls, Kate shone at the charity gala which was in aid of the Anna Freud National Centre…

‘I and his whole family owe him a debt greater than he would ever claim’ It was not, on paper at least, a match made in heaven. First there was the age gap. They met when he was a strapping young man of 18 and she was a slightly gauche 13-year-old. Then there was the difference in family backgrounds. They may have both been great-great-grandchildren of Queen Victoria, but it was there the similarities ended. She grew up in a palace and her father was the King. His father, meanwhile, was an exiled playboy prince, his mother was committed to an asylum to be treated for schizophrenia, and he spent his childhood being shunted from one relative, and one boarding school, to another. Then there was the fact that several…

‘I never thought it would even be possible to do my job and live here’ Packing up your entire life to move city, just weeks after welcoming your first baby, might seem like the very definition of insanity for many couples. Indeed, there were times where TVNZ news reporter Sam Kelway (33) and his wife, fashion journalist Rosie (29), wondered what on earth they were doing as they loaded their belongings into a truck in Auckland to make the move to the regions. “It was really, really scary,” says Sam, bouncing his seven-month old daughter Violet on his knee as he talks. “In the days leading up to the shift, we were like, ‘What have we done? Is this the right decision?’ Rosie was in tears most nights!” But they…

It’s baby number four for Alec and Hilaria Baldwin! The celebrity couple are thrilled to be expecting another wee bub next year – a new brother for their three children, Carmen (4) Rafael (2) and 13-month-old Leonardo. It seems their baby news came as something of a surprise for the couple, who met at a restaurant in New York in 2011. “I cried when I found out!” says Hilaria (33). “I wasn’t upset about it, but I was overwhelmed! I really do believe that this baby was meant to be and will come, and we’ll be completely obsessed with him.” Hilaria, a yoga instructor, posted the happy news to her Instagram account last week, writing, “Our little Baldwinitos are getting a new teammate this spring.” She promised to make them…

‘The Queen can’t be everywhere at once, so I’m a sort of clone, if you like’ Judy Rankin reels off the various jobs she’s had in the last 50 or so years: Air New Zealand cabin crew, primary school teacher, massage therapist, tutor, first-aid instructor, Shortland Street actor, Queen Elizabeth II. The last has seen her putting on right royal performances at 100th birthday parties, retirement roasts, in TV adverts and, one Christmas, on a float in the Farmers Santa Parade through central Auckland. It was on that occasion she perfected the regal wave, described by one royal watcher as “a classy affair that oozes decorum but doesn’t get too excitable”. Whether it’s mere coincidence or a more meaningful quirk of fate – she’d like to think the latter –…

LIGHT STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE SERVES 8-10 125g plain sweet biscuits, crushed 60g low-fat spread, melted 375g low-fat cream cheese, chopped ½ cup caster sugar 375g low-fat evaporated milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tbsp gelatine ¼ cup just-boiled water 2 x 250g punnets strawberries, washed and hulled 1 Line a 22cm spring-form pan with foil. 2 In a bowl, combine the biscuits and spread until the mixture comes together. Press firmly into the base of the pan. Chill for 20 minutes until firm. 3 In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Gradually beat in the evaporated milk and vanilla. 4 Whisk the gelatine vigorously in just-boiled water with a fork until dissolved. Allow to cool, then beat into the cheese mixture.…

A special day requires extra-special attention to your make-up application. Luminous skin, soft shades and a little extra definition around your eyes will make sure your photos reflect the beautiful bride that you are. Mrs Photogenic! DO THE PREP You want your skin to be smooth, plump and in the best possible condition for your foundation to go onto. Get the ball rolling the night before by exfoliating your face, then applying a hydrating cream or mask. On the day, follow your normal cleansing and moisturising routine, then smooth primer over to create an even base that will give your make-up extra longevity. Allow 10 minutes for it to soak in before carrying on with your make-up application. Try these:: 1 Nude by Nature Perfecting Eye Primer, $24.95; 2 Natio…

KISSING PUTS YOU IN A BETTER MOOD Having a blue day? Give your loved one a kiss before heading out to work – it will instantly boost your mood. Kissing raises levels of oxytocin, which is the chemical in the brain associated with trust and attachment. An experiment conducted at Lafayette College in the US between pairs who kissed for 15 minutes while listening to music showed spikes in the chemical. Wendy Hill, dean of the faculty, said that “in a test group that merely held hands, chemical changes were similar but much less pronounced”. STRONGER IMMUNITY It might not sound pleasant but the whirlpool of saliva between you and your mate could be preventing you from getting the latest dreaded cold going around. A study carried out in 2014…

If you happen to come across a pricey item that someone else has mislaid, are you obliged to give it to the police? And what are the rules around bidding on your own auction? Fact finder! What is the “finders keepers” law in New Zealand? Do you have to turn in everything of value that you find? Yes, that is the law. There is no such thing in New Zealand as “finders keepers”. In fact, it gets worse. If you find an item of significant value and keep it, you may be charged with theft. An example of this would be if you found a fairly new cellphone someone had left on a seat in a café. If you keep it or sell it to someone else, you would then…

1 Which of these sports was NOT invented in Britain? A Cricket B Rugby C Soccer D Polo 2 True or false: In London, it is illegal to die in the Houses of Parliament. 3 How many grandchildren do the Queen and Prince Philip have? 4 In Norfolk, what would the locals be referring to when they mention a “bishy barney bee”? A A ladybird B A busybody C A naysayer D Someone who has questionable ethics 5 True or false: The UK is smaller than the US state of Oregon. 6 How many times have the Summer Olympic Games been held in London? 7 Which year did the Queen refer to as her “annus horribilis”? 8 At the Last Night of the Proms, the audience traditionally joins in with…

SCORPIO Oct 24 – Nov 22 Swot up on the details and make sure you have the answers should someone ask you a question. This may even mean taking a test to update your skills or renewing a licence of some sort. Whichever it is, rules and regulations will be important. There is no need to worry as you can do it – just make sure you’re aware of all the changes that have been made. SAGITTARIUS Nov 23 – Dec 22 While you are dreaming about holidays abroad, your wedding day or starting a family, your partner’s feet are on the ground. Both of you need to work practically towards your goals and both of you should understand your financial situation. If you are single, it would not hurt…

Out of the black After reading the From the Archives story “Back in black” (06.11.17), yes, how things change over such a short time. New Zealand women have gone from seldom wearing black 50 years ago to everyone wearing black every day! It has now become our uniform – if you look at women in the street, supermarket or anywhere, you will see a majority wearing a sea of black, especially in the colder months. Our top sports teams wear black. Even in retail stores, black tends to be the standard uniform colour for workers. We look like a country in mourning! I look forward to seeing more colour in the summer months to come. The writer of the winning letter receives $100. The other letter wins a copy of…

Having once worked in a bookshop, she now lives in Colchester, England, with her husband and three guinea pigs, and specialises in writing spooky gothic fiction and historical novels. This novel was inspired by... “Discovering the existence of real-life silent companions. They’re wooden dummy boards painted to represent people and originated in Amsterdam during the 17th century. The tone of the book was inspired by my love for gothic novels such as Rebecca, Wuthering Heights and Jane Eyre.” I love gothic ghost stories because... “There’s such a delicious sense of anticipation woven throughout the narrative. It keeps you turning the pages, losing all sense of time. I also think ghost stories are so much fun to read. You’re always waiting for that jump!” The thing I most miss about working…

‘I had booked Tom to leave Auckland at 9.15pm on Saturday. Not 9.15 in the morning! We’re heading down to Christchurch to spend one last weekend with my daughter Kate and baby Bart. It worked out well – my daughter had always planned to spend a bit of time with her South Island family before she returned to London, so I thought when I said goodbye to the two of them in Auckland, that was it. Then I was booked to MC a gig in Christchurch on her last weekend in the country. “Come down and stay!” she said. “Bring Tom and we can have one last hurrah.” We’re very lucky, her dad and other mum and Tom and me, that we all get along well, so spending time together…

PENÉLOPE CRUZ Va-va-voom, indeed! The beautiful Ms Cruz was a sparkly sensation in this dramatic gown. Showing only a hint of thigh, this look was balanced, elegant and sexy, and topped off with gorgeous make-up, hair and accessories. BRYCE DALLAS HOWARD Floral prints are lovely, but ill-fitting jumpsuits are not. Unfortunately for Bryce, this outfit completely swamped her frame – and by the look on her face, she knows it! HOLLY HUNTER The Big Sick star looked breathtaking in this simple white frock which showed off her incredible figure. A little more bling and attention to her hair, and this would have been a perfect 10. GEMMA ARTERTON All that glitters wasn’t gold for Gemma this time. We have an issue with this dress, namely the faux-shirt elements on the…