Innholdsfortegnelse for 1801 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

The years – or else the plastic surgeons – have clearly been kind to a group of celebrities who will turn 70 this year. Olivia Newton-John, for one, seems to have barely changed since she strutted across the big screen in quite possibly the tightest pair of black trousers in cinema history when she starred in Grease, aged 30. Olivia, who’ll be 70 in September, says she’s got good genes to thank for the way she’s ageing. “I guess I’m lucky. Genetically, I’m like my mum and she looked great right up until her death in 1989.” Being happy, getting out in nature and cat naps in the afternoon also help her to stay young. But she’s never resorted to cosmetic surgery, she says. “I’ve had points in my life…

It was news that knocked Jenny-May Clarkson for six. Despite being in a bit of a sleepless haze lately, the TVNZ 1 sports presenter had been enjoying a whirlwind few years in which she realised a number of dreams she’d almost given up on. Finding her true love, marrying him and then quickly becoming a mother to twin boys happened in quick succession – and all whilst her career flourished. But life threw her family a curve ball a few months ago when Jenny-May (43) and her husband Dean (42) found themselves in a specialist’s room being told their son Atawhai had a serious health complication. For a few months prior, their sons Atawhai and Te Manahau – who are now rambunctious but delightful 20-month-olds – came out in rashes…

Disgraced Coronation Street actor Bruno Langley, who for more than 15 years portrayed Todd Grimshaw on the soap, has avoided jail after admitting two counts of sexual assault. The actor, who was fired by Coro bosses following the revelations, groped four women at a Manchester club in October last year, but was only charged with assaulting two of them. Instead of a jail term, Langley (34) was sentenced to a 12-month community order and has to abide by a curfew. The actor, who wept in court as he received his sentence, says he knows his actions were “dreadful, disgraceful and shocking” and only happened due to a wildly excessive consumption of alcohol. “I have no excuse – no-one forced me to drink to such an extreme, but it is hard…

‘It definitely wasn’t a one-way road, I feel I’ve got just as much out of it as I hope she has’ Danielle Cormack is used to seeing her name in all sorts of places – on TV show credits, movie posters, theatre hoardings and even engraved into a prestigious best actress Logie award. But nothing quite compares to the feeling she got when she saw her name on a gold plaque attached to the side of a water tank in Uganda. The Kiwi actress was in Africa as an ambassador for aid agency ChildFund and to visit a child she sponsors there, when she was invited to a ceremony marking the completion of a huge 100,000 gallon tank built to supply water to 14 villages. “I had no idea that…

Everyone has BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes – they repair cell damage and keep breast, ovarian and other cells growing normally. But these genes can develop a mutation, which may increase the risk of breast, ovarian, prostate and other cancers, and may be passed on from generation to generation. There is a 50% chance of a parent with the gene mutation passing it on to each of their children. A woman with a faulty gene may have a 50-85% risk of developing breast cancer in her lifetime, and a 20-40% lifetime risk of developing ovarian cancer. Still, fewer than 5% of breast and ovarian cancers diagnosed here are due to the gene mutations. Men with BRCA gene mutations have an increased risk of male breast and prostate cancer. Links have also…

CHOCOLATE PIZZA SERVES 4 Pizza and chocolate are two of our favourite foods! When combined, they’re even better. The base of this dessert pizza is very rich, chocolatey and chewy, and the toppings of tart passionfruit and kiwifruit help to balance out the sweetness. BASE ¹/ ³ cup coconut oil, melted 1 tsp vanilla extract 3 Medjool dates (available from the fresh produce section of supermarkets) pitted and finely chopped 1 cup almond meal Pinch of salt 4 tbsp cacao powder TOPPING ½ cup coconut yoghurt 1 kiwifruit, sliced Pulp of 1 passionfruit Freeze-dried raspberries 1 Line an oven tray with baking paper. To make the base, melt the coconut oil gently on low heat. Once melted, add the vanilla extract and chopped dates. In a separate bowl, mix together…

How does your beauty routine change for summer? It doesn’t change dramatically, but it does in key areas. I switch out my rich, creamy moisturiser for a hydrating gel-crème formula, and my serum-style foundation formula for a way lighter one in a slightly darker shade. I still keep my bright, matte lips, though – they are with me all-year round! What beauty essential would you not leave home without when you go on holiday? Sunscreen and a good one at that! Whenever I’ve asked beauty experts – be they dermatologists, make-up artists or cosmetic surgeons – for their pick when it comes to anti-ageing skincare, they all agree that the most important thing you can do to is wear a sunscreen. Daily. No arguments, no forgetting on a cloudy day!…

CLOCKWISE Years ago, at the end of the school term, I was called into talk with my then teenage son’s teacher about his frequent lateness, the reasons for which were mysteries to us both. The teacher said he had a funny excuse for being late one day that had stuck in his mind. According to my son, his “porridge was too hot”. Bowled Over, Timaru THAT’S RICH! “A duchess brings our milk,” my little niece told me importantly. A man from the Netherlands delivered the milk and his wife, also Dutch, helped him on the daily round. Katherine, September 19, 1960 MUSIC TO HIS EARS Our local minister was trying to find out why attendance at church on Sunday nights was so slack. In reply, he was given many feeble…

Hello and welcome to 2018! Put the kettle on or grab an iced tea, put your feet up and settle in for a good read – you’ve earned some time out for yourself! This week, we’re kicking off the New Year with a focus on you. At the Weekly, we often put an emphasis on Kiwis who are doing remarkable things for others, and discuss what you can do to pay it forward and be kind. And I wholeheartedly believe in kindness and in the power of those acts – they’re one of the biggest keys to finding true happiness. But life is a balance and in the busyness of today’s world, how often do we stop and give ourselves permission to really look after our own needs? So I’d…

Most of Angelina Jolie’s rainbow family were out in support of their talented mum last week, with the stunning actress accepting an award at the 2017 United Nations Correspondents Association Awards, where she was honoured as the UNCA Global Citizen of the Year. With nine-year-old Vivienne stuck at home with a stomach bug – and her big brother Maddox (16) looking after her, it was down to Pax (14), Zahara (12), Shiloh (11) and Knox (9) to accompany their mother to the fancy shindig. During her speech, Angelina (42) praised her wonderful brood. “Children have an understanding and a truth. They can instinctively feel right from wrong. They are not led by strategy, they are led by morality. So, most of all, thank you to my children. I am so…

He may be 81, but age is nothing but a number to Precious McKenzie. When the Weekly visits the highly decorated champion weightlifter, he’s marching around the retirement village apartment he shares with his wife of 58 years, Liz (89), pointing out all of his accolades from a very successful career. There are Commonwealth Games medals, World Masters trophies and, of course, his MBE from the Queen. And like most doting grandparents, photos of his three children, seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren are displayed next to these accolades with pride – “I get mistaken for my son all the time!“ he says proudly. In fact, trying to get Precious to sit down and relax is a mission! “It’s more important than ever now at this age to keep moving,“ he…

“I joined the Royal Air Force back in England at the age of 23. I was an air electronics operator and the first ever female radar operator on Nimrods, a type of plane used to gather electronic intelligence. It was the Air Force that paid for my training to become a yoga teacher. My first class actually took place in Iraq – I was teaching the boys out on the gravel! They wanted to try yoga and obviously there are no studio-type places there, so there we were, outside on our mats. We would hear military aircraft flying overhead, but we would still do our relaxation poses. Funnily enough, I never wanted to be a yoga teacher. I thought I’d be in the Air Force forever. But I just fell…

With summer now upon us, it’s time to shop for new shorts. From frilled and feminine skorts to long and comfortable Bermuda shorts, I’ve got a style that will work for you. Walk the walk! TRY A SKORT •A skort will give you the comfort of wearing shorts with the fashion style of a skirt all in one garment. This Seed Heritage frilled number is perfect for those days when you’re ready to show off your legs. • Style with an off-the-shoulder floral top and soft pink accessories for an ultra-feminine look. DRESS IT UP • For a fancy event, try swapping a dress or skirt with a pair of shorts. These Country Road ones, with a wider cut and soft metallic stripe, lend themselves to dressing up nicely. •…

It’s a new year and now is a good time to set in place some new habits. Here are a few of my favourite changes, which I have taken on board at home, and I hope you will enjoy doing them too. In with the new! In my opinion, yoghurt is becoming such an expensive food item to buy and it is increasingly hard to find a good one. Supermarket fridges have lots to choose from, and most are flavoured and very sweet. So it’s a good idea to make your own natural yoghurt and then add your own flavour, such as mango, berries or banana. That way, you know what you are feeding your family and that their sugar intake is through fresh fruit rather than fruit with added…

STOP BEING HARD ON YOURSELF “When someone moves on, it’s not a rejection of you,” explains Domonique. “Accept that the friendship has come to a natural evolution or conclusion.” FOCUS ON YOU If someone does start to drift away, keep in mind that it may not be forever. It may just be a phase, so use the time for personal growth and exploring your other relationships. KEEP EXPECTATIONS IN CHECK After all, constant contact isn’t required for people to know you care. “Don’t doubt yourself and your value to your loved ones,” says Domonique. “Chances are they’re just busy, which might be a little selfish, but doesn’t mean they don’t love you.” REMEMBER IT HAPPENS TO EVERYONE When a close friend phased Domonique out of her life, she was really…

Fingerprints have been used for identification for more than a century and more recently have become automated thanks to technology. But if you’re not a criminal, why would you need to be identified this way? It’s a digital world! You’ve noticed your NZ Post outlet has a facility for taking electronic images of fingerprints, but why would anyone voluntarily want this done? Isn’t that the job of the police? You may be under the impression that the only people who have their fingerprints recorded are criminals. This is not so. Some countries require them when you are applying to live there. For example, the US requires fingerprints from those applying for non-immigrant visas. On the other hand, some New Zealand employers require criminal history checks, including fingerprints, from those applying…

1 What was the occupation of Larry Hagman’s character in I Dream of Jeanie? 2 What was the last name of the family who went from rags to riches in The Beverly Hillbillies? 3 Arnold Horshack and Vinnie Barbarino were characters in which TV series set in a high school? 4 In Happy Days, what was 5 The Fonz’s real name? The death of Hogan’s Heroes actor Bob Crane made headlines in 1978. How did he die? 6 Which TV series was based around a law firm called McKenzie, Brackman, Chaney and Kuzak? 7 Dorothy, Sophia, Rose and Blanche were characters in which long-running sitcom? 8 Which of these was not one of Charlie’s original angels? Kelly, Jill, Sabrina, Kirstie or Julie? 9 “The plane, the plane!” was a catchphrase…

AQUARIUS Jan 21 – Feb 19 Don’t sell yourself short this week, especially if you are in business for yourself, or you are negotiating a new job or career move. You know that any offer will start low, so go high. Keep your confidence going and you may walk out with more than you’re hoping for. Celebrate at the end of the week. PISCES Feb 20 – Mar 20 You feel a little restless in a relationship. It’s either a romance or a close friendship, but either way, you seem to be making far more effort than the other person. Do not put any more time and effort in until things are equal once again. Also, make sure that work colleagues are doing their fair share. ARIES Mar 21 –…

‘A brief and beautiful story about death that will leave you feeling glad to be alive’ Very close to the beginning of this book there is a long section that describes in great detail the process of embalming a dead body. Since I’m pretty squeamish, it almost put me off reading any further. Really, who wants to know this stuff? Yes, the novel’s main character Ambroise Larnier works for a funeral director, but even so. Too much information! Once that was behind me, I thoroughly enjoyed the rest of this charming novel. It’s a sort of eccentric and whimsical French road trip with lots of cake involved and the occasional corpse. Ambroise is a young man who lives with his adored grandmother and is struggling to find love because his…

For years my friend and fellow columnist Wendyl Nissen tried to lure me up to the Hokianga. Come and stay, she’d say. You’ll love it. It’s so peaceful. And every time I demurred. Not because I didn’t want to see her in her new home and not because I didn’t believe her when she extolled the virtues of the Hoki. I could tell from her voice when she was phoning me from the Hoki or the city. If it was from her haven in the Hoki, she sounded chilled and relaxed. If it was from the city, she sounded like the rest of us – rushing through the conversation so she could get on to the next thing. What put me off for so long was the four-hour drive from…

It’s a formal look for the Cambridge family to end 2017. In the past, Prince William (35) and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (35) have released informal photos of Prince George (4) and Princess Charlotte (2), but for Christmas they all posed for photographer Chris Jackson from photo agency Getty in colour-coordinated blue outfits. The photo was shot earlier this year so there’s no sign of Kate’s baby bump. It’s a particularly good shot of cheeky Charlotte, who starts at Willcocks Nursery School, close to Kensington Palace, in January.…

British comedy legend John Cleese may be forgiven for feeling bitter after coughing up $24 million for his lengthy divorce battles, but the Fawlty Towers star has revealed how comedy and laughter help to keep him sane in a mad world. The 78-year-old is currently on a one-man world tour meeting fans and telling them stories as the founding member of the BBC comedy troupe Monty Python. But the witty star admits he is only doing it for the jokes and money having been through three contentious divorces, including one from Fawlty Towers co-star Connie Booth. The comedian is the first to admit he finds the whole thing “completely ridiculous”. “I paid $20 million to wife number three and I paid $4 million to wife number two. I only gave…

It was a rough year for former Spice Girl Melanie Brown, who is determined to make 2018 one to remember for all the right reasons. And according to pals, top of her list is revenge against her estranged husband Stephen Belafonte (42), whom she accuses of abuse and infidelity. “Mel is now on a revenge mission to rebuild her life and fortune without Stephen weighing her down,” says a business associate. Money worries abound for the singer, who is facing a massive $14m payout to Stephen as part of a divorce settlement, as well as a $4m claim for her former nanny Lorraine Gilles (26), who is accusing Mel (42) of defamation for comments made during the divorce hearing. Despite earning close to $100m during her time as a Spice…

nici WICKES As we all begin to look ahead to the new year, it’s time to set the tone with these dazzling desserts. Each one takes full advantage of the sweet and juicy summer fruit that’s on offer right now. Enjoy. Fruit, glorious fruit! Peach cake with vanilla & rosemary syrup MAKES 1 20cm cake 2 eggs ½ cup caster sugar 1 vanilla bean, split in half lengthways ¼ cup milk 60g butter, melted 1 cup plain flour 2 tbsp cornflour 2 tsp baking powder 3 peaches, peeled and sliced Whipped cream, to serve ROSEMARY SYRUP 1 cup sugar 1 cup cold water 15cm sprig fresh rosemary ½ vanilla bean, split in half lengthways 1 Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 20cm springform tin. 2 Whisk the eggs and sugar…

Whether you’re 35 or 75, it’s never too late to make changes in your beauty routine that in the long-term, will see your skin become more healthy and radiant. What are you waiting for? New year, new you! TAKE YOUR MAKE-UP OFF EVERY NIGHT Not washing your face at the end of the day ages your skin. Studies show there is a link between exposure to air pollution and skin ageing, ranging from dehydration to hyperpigmentation, weakened skin structure and increased sensitivity. Not to mention an increase in pore size due to them being physically blocked with grime! You can do it: Choose a cleanser that will nourish your skin as well as melt away make-up, such as Natio Ageless Gentle Daily Face Cleanser, $21.50. Cleansing cloths like Simply Essential…

Now’s the time to start planning on how to be as healthy as possible in 2018. Here are some hints to help you. Happy New Year! WEAR YOUR SUNNIES A good pair of shades is important for the health of your eyes. They can help to protect against diseases such as macular degeneration, as well as skin cancer of the eyelids and sunburn of the eye (photokeratitis). And another benefit is they’ll stop you squinting, which can lead to wrinkles around your eyes. Choose glasses that have both UVA and UVB blocking lenses. LEARN TO PLAY A MUSICAL INSTRUMENT When we learn something new, our brain creates new neural pathways, which help to keep it healthy. According to research, people who get pleasure from achieving goals like learning to play…

Stay positive “This can be more difficult for some because on the one hand, as we grow older, so do our parents, friends and loved ones. You may find that you become the carer of younger or older loved ones, as well as having your own issues,” explains Dr Simonis. “Staying active, maintaining a sense of humour and keeping interests outside of the family are necessary for preserving a positive mindset at any age.” Get moving Being physically active helps you stay strong and fit so you can maintain independence as you age. “Not only does it help you to feel younger, but it also helps you to stay socially connected and engaged in life,” says Karina. Regular exercise also helps to prevent a number of problems, such as stroke,…

If you made a New Year’s resolution to start a garden this year, this one’s for you. Seasoned (sorry) gardeners often take starting a new garden for granted, but if you’ve never done it before, there are a number of elements to consider. Paths, walls, steps, patios, hedges, vegetable bins, trees, plants, ponds, containers, screening, seating, shelter... But don’t let me put you off. Starting over! When people ask me if, given the chance, I’d change anything in our garden, I say, ‘Almost everything.’ Given my time over, I’d have more structure, less maintenance, lower trees, more decks, bigger outdoor living areas, better vegetable bins and, of course, a full-time gardener. And that’s just for starters. Of course, it would be easy second time around because I know more stuff.…

Song of joy I have always loved singing Christmas carols. When my son was born, I could hear a band playing carols as I went into theatre. What a comfort at the time and I was presented with my son while listening to Silent Night. It was the Salvation Army Band playing on the front lawn of the Salvation Army Home. What a wonderful experience for me, a new baby boy born to the sound of Christmas carols. Fifty-nine years later, I still get a tingling down my spine when I hear it. It is a very special carol to me. Christmas Carol, Gisborne $100 WINNING LETTER Full of happiness First of all, I would like to congratulate Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on their engagement. I am delighted that…

The other day, we were taking a family walk through our lovely neighbourhood. When I say “family walk”, I mean a painfully slow trip on foot and scooter, punctuated by crashes, fights and crying. The last 500 metres involved me carrying two “exhausted” children and their machines because they “can’t walk any further”. Usually my wife and I aren’t talking either. But that is not why I write for you, dear reader. I want to tell you how I was made to feel very old. Not by actions, as mentioned I am still capable of carrying my entire family like a pack horse, so no problems there. No, it was those devilish things called words – dangerous in the right hands, lethal when discharged casually by untrained youths. As we…

Queen Mother & Princess Eugenie The Queen Mother was one of the most cherished members of the royal family, quick with a smile and fond of a gin. Princess Eugenie is a modern young royal who is the associate director of a central London art gallery. With her big eyes, English rose complexion and delicate nose, Eugenie looks a lot like her great-grandmother. Queen Mary, George V’s Consort & The Queen It’s remarkable how much the Queen now resembles Mary, who died shortly before her granddaughter was crowned Elizabeth II in 1953. In this picture, taken in 1944 when Queen Mary was 76, we can see the royal pair have the same enviable skin, piercing blue eyes and pert noses. They also seem to have the same fondness for hats…

He may be 75 years old, but that didn’t stop pop legend Sir Paul McCartney from performing for an incredible three hours at a one-off concert in Auckland last week. The former Beatle delighted the 30,000-strong crowd, which included Sir Peter Jackson and Neil Finn, at Mt Smart Stadium with a set-list of 40 songs including many classics. In between songs, he told stories about his life and paid tribute to the late John Lennon and George Harrison. Earlier in the week, he spent a few days in Hawke’s Bay, where he got to meet a cute kiwi called Bubblicious.…