Innholdsfortegnelse for 1819 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

It’s coming up on five years since we first saw Kate and William emerge from the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital, proudly – if not a little cautiously – holding their firstborn, ready to introduce him to the eagerly awaiting world. It had been just over 24 hours since Kate was admitted to deliver the future king, and the new par ents’ nerves were evident as William fussed with the carseat and apprehensively started the Range Rover to make that first anxious journey home with his new precious car go on-board. Stunningly , with their third little bundle, Kate emerged within just seven hours, looking very much in love with her new little prince. And this time, when they walked out with their newborn tucked away in his carrier,…

Our newly born prince has his Sun in Taurus and his Moon in Leo. This brings tremendous wealth into his life, which of course he has been born into. However, that will not be enough for this prince – he will need to create his own wealth and it will not be for the sake of money, but for the sake of achievement. He has Scorpio aspects, which can sometimes complicate finances and this may well be reflected when he is older. He will be involved in setting up trusts, charities and projects – a trait inherited from his grandfather, Prince Charles. He also has a penchant for “extreme” business ventures and will be exceedingly entrepreneurial. The prince will want to succeed on his own. Do not be surprised if…

She may have taken her time when it came to walking up the aisle with her on-off boyfriend, but now she’s married, Pippa Middleton is not dragging her heels when it comes to starting a family. As her sister Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (36), was preparing to give birth to her third child, it was revealed that Pippa (34) is pregnant with her first. The baby is due in October, 17 months after Pippa married multi-millionaire financier James Matthews. “When Pippa found out she was pregnant, she was obviously overjoyed,” says a friend. “Pippa and James were always keen to have children fairly soon after getting married. They are so happy.” Her family are also thrilled. “Her sister Kate and parents Carole and Michael were the first people she told…

“ When I was 28, I went on an Outward Bound trip and I just remember thinking, this is what I want to do! I loved the outdoors and being immersed in sport and adventure, so I made a pact with myself to do something each year that challenged me. A year later, I did the Coast to Coast – and it’s really snowballed from there! Opportunities to do something different keep opening up and I’m taking them. Since that Coast to Coast, I’ve done an endurance event every year, including an ultra marathon for six days in the Sahara desert, and even an event in the Amazon jungle. My very first ultra race was definitely the toughest mentally. I didn’t know what I was in for and, unfortunately, I…

STICKY PORK CHOPS SERVES 2 (1760kJ per serve) 2 x 250g trimmed bone-in pork chops, all fat removed Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Olive oil spray BARBECUE SAUCE 4 tbsp tomato ketchup 1 tbsp maple syrup 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp English mustard ½ tsp cayenne pepper CRUNCHY SLAW 100g red cabbage, finely shredded 100g white cabbage, finely shredded 1 tbsp white wine vinegar 2 tbsp Greek yoghurt (0% fat) 1 Preheat oven to fan bake 240°C. Line an oven tray with baking paper. 2 Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat a griddle pan over high heat. Spray both sides of the chops with a few sprays of oil. When the griddle is smoking hot, add the chops and cook for…

This week’s model Shirley shares her beauty tips with us… As we head into cooler weather, how do you feel your skin changes? My skin definitely looks and feels a lot drier. I spend a bit of time in Queenstown over winter and the lack of humidity is very noticeable, so I try to counteract it by using lots of oils and moisturisers on my skin. Do you tend to change your make-up? Yes, I do become more drawn to warmer shades for my nails, lips and eyes. I especially love burgundy in winter. Have you got any new favourite product finds? World Organics Pressed Powder. It gives my skin a beautiful finish and the portable compact is easy to throw in my bag. Are you a bath or shower…

Make your own impurity releasing face mask and enjoy a pampering session, how to treat nits naturally and, if you live in a chilly house, there’s a creative way to avoid those unwanted draughts this winter. Apples are in season, so they are fresh and cheap! This is a wonderful old-fashioned way of using them and so delicious for a special dessert. BAKED APPLES 4 large Granny Smith apples 50g butter 50g brown sugar 1 cup dates and currants combined (or use any dried fruit to your liking), chopped ½ tsp cinnamon 4 tsp honey 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Wash and dry the apples, then use a corer or a sharp knife to remove the core. Make sure you leave quite a big hole in the middle so that…

Auckland mum-of-two Jen decided to say “no more” to supporting her daughter financially when Emily turned 27. “My husband and I had agreed to support her throughout university, but then she changed her degree part-way through and didn’t end up graduating until she was 23,” says Jen. “She struggled to find a job so we helped with rent and paid off her car loan. Even once she found work, it didn’t pay well and she had a big student loan, so we helped with that. “Finally, it got to the stage where we were trying to save for our retirement and pay off our mortgage, but there was a large chunk of money going out of our bank account every month to hers. “There were tears when we told her…

TAURUS April 21 – May 21 You will realise that your intuition is exceptionally strong and discover the answers to the things you’ve been wondering about. You’ll also meet some interesting people – they may not stay in your life, but they will certainly make an impact while they’re there. These fortuitous encounters will give you the insight, knowledge or wisdom that you’ve been looking for. GEMINI May 22 – Jun 21 A job offer or another opportunity is coming your way – straight out of the blue. You may not think they know about you, but someone has done their homework and you are the one they want. There is a sense that you will be in an important position and carry some authority. CANCER Jun 22 – Jul…

I settled into bed to read a couple of chapters of this book and you can guess what happened. Hours later I was still awake, entranced by a historical novel that is funny, poignant, engaging and, most of all, so exuberant. Ursula Flight is born as a comet streaks across the sky in December 1664. She enjoys an idyllic childhood growing up in the countryside, running wild through the woods with her friends and making them act in the plays she loves to write. But Ursula has been born into the gentry and it is her duty to make a good marriage. She is only 15 when her childhood ends. The much older, unattractive and very rich Lord Tyringham is to become her husband. She is sent away from her…

1 Which royal baby was born 2 on September 15, 1984? Who was given the middle names Philip Arthur George at his christening? 3 Which future royal was born to a couple called Bruce and Rosalind at King’s College Hospital in London, in 1947? 4 Which current member of the royal family was born in Greece? 5 Who is the Queen’s 6 youngest grandchild? Whose Caesarean birth on April 21, 1926 was attended by Home Secretary Sir William Joynson-Hicks? 7 Which royal miscarried soon after announcing she was pregnant with her second child? 8 Queen Victoria hated being pregnant, yet had how many children? 9 Which future king was the first child born to a Prince and Princess of Wales since Prince John was born to Prince George and Princess…

7 hours after delivering the prince, Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge posed for photographs with her newborn alongside Prince William. 15 years as a couple! William and Kate will celebrate their seventh wedding anniversary on April 29. 26 days between the new prince’s birth and the wedding of Prince Harry to Meghan Markle on May 19. Kate is expected as a guest. 35 months separate Charlotte and the new baby. Kate and William will have their hands full, with three children aged four and under. 149 was the increase in sales of white blankets (by percentage) after Kate stood on the steps with Charlotte, wrapped in a white blanket.…

Her life has been a journey of incredible highs and devastating lows. This week, Lorraine Downes graciously lets us in so we can understand what it has been like to be in the driver’s seat of her extraordinary life. Her memoir, Life, Loss, Love, has just been released. In it, Lorraine shares her recollections of everything from the heady days of her Miss Universe win as a bright young 19-year-old, to the tragic death of her soulmate, Martin Crowe. In the following book extract, Lorraine shares a memory of the time in which Marty was helped by Mercy Hospice... Our hospice team would visit as often as we wanted and I know that I couldn’t have cared for Marty at home without their support. I became very close to these…

There’s no better way to satisfy hunger than sinking your teeth into a homemade hot and juicy burger! Start with great ingredients and you’ll end up with a top-notch burger. Send your foodie thoughts and questions to Nici: nwickes@bauermedia.co.nz Moroccan lamb burger SERVES 2 The response I get most often when serving this burger to friends is “this is the best burger I’ve ever tasted”. 300g lamb mince ½ medium-sized onion 1 tbsp store-bought harissa paste 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp sea salt, plus a grind of black pepper 1 red capsicum, thinly sliced Olive oil, for frying and brushing the buns Splash of red wine vinegar 2 baps or burger buns 4 tbsp Moroccan chutney – I use Julie Le Clerc’s Fresh coriander sprigs…

Pretty pleats will be everywhere this autumn and I’ve selected some key pieces to look out for this season. Girly rocker • For an edgy rock ‘n’ roll ensemble with a feminine spin, start with Witchery’s pleated long-sleeve panel top featuring tiered sleeves and a loose-fit pleated body. This silhouette is flattering for all body shapes. • Pair with Esprit’s coated jeans in a rich bordeaux colour and some on-trend black-studded accessories to really get that rock-chick look. TOP $89.90 from WITCHERY. JEANS $119.90 from ESPRIT. WHISTLE EARRINGS $12.99 and WHISTLE NECKLACE $14.99 both from FARMERS. BOOTS $340 FROM MI PIACI. Comfy cool • How to wear knitwear with a skirt is a question I regularly get asked. For a comfy combination that will also flatter the figure, start with…

1 Prepare to feel a tingle on your lips with Revlon’s new Kiss Plumping Lip Cremes, $22. Their cooling sensation combined with a pout-enhancing, creamy shine makes lips look and feel fuller, and the colour line-up of 10 nudes is an absolute winner. Team it with a ColorStay Lip Liner for better staying power. 2 Taking your make-up off is a wonderful opportunity for plumping and an oil cleansing balm or liquid is exactly what you need. Try massaging a few drops of Jurlique Nourishing Cleansing Oil, $46, into dry skin, add warm water to turn it into a milk, then rinse. The nourishing botanical oils combined with the massaging action will make your skin look bouncy and juicy. 3 If one of the signs you look for in a…

Having surgery is always a daunting prospect and, for many people, going under anaesthetic can be the most worrying part. But a little bit of knowledge can help to keep the nerves at bay. If you’re having surgery involving general anaesthetic, the anaesthetist will visit you beforehand to discuss what’s involved and get some information from you about your health. It’s important to answer all their questions about things such as any medication or supplements you take because this can affect your treatment. It is also a good idea to have access to details about your medical history in case they prove to be important. You may also want to write out a list of questions about having the surgery and having an anaesthetic in particular. Here are some often-asked…

Do kids even play in the garden any more or do they just sit inside the house and look at their devices? If it’s the latter, you may want to figure out how to make your garden more appealing. Think mystery, adventure, colour, texture and dirt. When I was a kid, we had a derelict henhouse in our garden, which was our hut. At some point, though, it was demolished, so my brother “borrowed” my father’s tin snips and inventively cut a trapdoor in the wall of our neighbour’s henhouse. We shooed out the hens, climbed through the hole and did whatever awful things a bunch of under-10s did in other people’s henhouses back then. The space served us well until the owner found out, at which time, being a…

Wahine tragedy The Wahinetribute (09.04.18) brought to mind the first trip I did to Ireland in 2008. I popped into a record shop in Belfast to ask for directions and the guy I was talking to asked where I came from. When I told him, he floored me when he said his dad had drowned on a boat that sank in Wellington harbour and he was one of the 53 who died when the Wahine went down. It still amazes me to this day. D Kevan, Patumahoe $100 WINNING LETTER Reddy and able! What a lovely Weeklyread to learn the story behind Governor-General Dame Patsy Reddy (16.04.18). We really do not see or hear enough about her. Dame Patsy obviously has a very busy schedule, which she carries out with…

Our eldest daughter has been at school for two years. No dramas. Our youngest daughter lasted one and a half days before my wife got a call to say she’d fallen off the flying fox, injured herself and needed to go to the doctor. She had the next two days off school to recover. On doctor’s orders. After a weekend of recovery and rehab, we started afresh. We dropped our girls off at the wonderful primary school they attend. That was day three for our youngest and it was just after lunchtime when we got a call saying she had tried to escape. Apparently, she had fallen down some steps, injured herself, got upset and tried to walk home to Mum. We managed to resist the urge to race in…

It wouldn’t be a birthday without a party. And it wouldn’t be Queen Elizabeth’s birthday without a big show at the Royal Albert Hall. The royal family turned out in full force to celebrate the monarch’s 92nd last week, joining her in the Royal Box to enjoy special performances from Kylie Minogue, Sting and the less conventional choice, Shaggy. Soon-to-be-wed couple Prince Harry (33) and Meghan Markle (36) made a very glam appearance, as did Prince William (35), right before his second son made his own special appearance. But the show wouldn’t have been complete without its traditional awkward humour, with Her Majesty scoffing and eye-rolling as Prince Charles (69) referred to her as “mummy”.…

After welcoming a new prince into the family, it’s Princess Charlotte who has made history, by being the first royal in the direct line to be affected by new succession laws in the United Kingdom. Before the Succession to the Crown Act 2013 was passed, men outranked women when it came to their spots in the order of succession – for example, when Princes Andrew and Edward were born, they leapfrogged Princess Anne in line to the throne. Now, male-preference primogeniture has been replaced by absolute primogeniture, meaning women retain their places in the order of succession, no matter what – so despite the fact that Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge has given birth to a boy, Charlotte’s position of fourth in line to the throne is still safe. However, she’s…

‘The kids can grow up children first and members of the royal family second’ They say it takes a village to raise a child and Kensington Palace, where the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s new baby will grow up alongside Prince George and Princess Charlotte, is exactly that. Like a traditional country hamlet, the complex is stuffed with relatives, who are on hand to offer advice and support. And like any small community, it is filled with landmarks and memories that will be shared with the latest addition to the royal family. “It’s a real family environment, with Harry and Meghan just over the courtyard and a shedload of older relatives who have been here for many years – plus Catherine’s sister Pippa and brother James live nearby,” says a…

The decision of Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, to add to their “pigeon pair” and have three children is bucking a recent royal trend. William’s generation is dominated by two-child families – there’s him and Prince Harry; Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall; Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie; and Lady Louise and James, Viscount Severn. Going back a little further, the Queen’s sister Princess Margaret opted for just two kids – David, Viscount Linley, and Lady Sarah Armstrong-Jones – and of course, the Queen and Margaret had no other siblings. But it is the Queen herself who was the last royal to have more than two children. She had four – Charles, Anne, Andrew and Edward – but because of the large age gap between her first two and the…

‘If you make something and the person you give it to loves it, it is worthwhile’ It was 93 years ago when a nine-year-old Millicent McComb first picked up a pair of knitting needles – well actually, they were just sharpened bike spokes. Now 102 – and with a full collection of proper knitting needles – Milly, as she’s affectionately known, still knits every single day, and it’s all to help babies in need. Over her three years at Auckland’s Greenvalley Rest Home, Milly has knitted more than 400 garments for premature babies who so desperately need warmth. Though she has never met any of the babies she has knitted for, she continues to get joy out of it. “I’ve never been bored with it because you are creating something,”…

Dad’s beef & onion cheeseburgers MAKES 4 I have fond childhood memories of when Dad would be in charge of us (Mum must’ve gone shopping at Farmers, maybe?) and he’d always make us burgers. He’d set up a production line of all the fillings and we could build our own. BEEF PATTIES 500g beef mince ½ cup fresh breadcrumbs 2 spring onions, thinly sliced 4 tbsp olive oil ½ tsp sea salt, plus a decent grind of black pepper Flour, for dusting 4 slices aged cheddar cheese EXTRAS 4 brioche buns ¼ cup mayonnaise 2 tbsp mustard (optional) 2 onions, thinly sliced and fried until golden Small tin of sliced beetroot, drained 2 tomatoes, sliced 4 gherkins, sliced Few lettuce leaves 1 Mix the patty ingredients together in a large…

Did you know that many women are drawn to certain notes in a perfume based on their personality? It makes sense then to take your mum’s nature into consideration if you are thinking of buying her a fragrant treat for Mother’s Day. Here are some of the latest perfumes to choose from. THE DARING MUM Her desire for new experiences means unique and exotic notes such as the South American tea mate, and Asian medicinal plant tiger liana, will be right up her alley. THE FEMININE MUM Graceful florals such as tuberose and violet are mixed with creamy wood notes to make a timeless yet modern choice for your ladylike mum. THE YOUNG AT HEART MUM Vibrant and uplifting aromas of fruit mixed with feminine florals will suit her vibrant…

As parents, it is only natural to want to help your kids out as much as you can. But should you still be paying for them when they are adults? International surveys have found that many parents still pick up the bill for their children for years after they turn 18. One Canadian study found that 74% of parents there continue to help their adult offspring out financially, with 84% of those contributing towards living expenses, and 70% paying off their debts for them. While it is great to be able to help out if you can, there are pitfalls that come with funding your children once they are grown up. These include: • Not giving them the ability to function financially on their own. If you are always there…

The school holidays have ended and you may have discovered, if you flew overseas on a trip, that despite booking as a family, you may not necessarily have been seated together. Here’s why. You’ve heard that if you book an economy class airline fare for your family on an international long-haul flight there is no guarantee you’ll be seated together. This astonishes you. Is it correct? Yes, this is a possibility. As with our domestic airlines, many international airlines may actually charge you more if you want a guarantee to be seated together. So if you are booking economy seats online, read the conditions very carefully. It would be a shock if you found out only when you read your boarding passes that you and those you were travelling with…

WORSE THAN DEATH My eight-year-old daughter was rehearsing her line as the bad fairy in Sleeping Beauty. “And why didn’t anyone invite me?” she yelled, waving her wand. Aurora will prick her finger on a spindle and die!” Wanting to contribute, her three-year old sister added, through a mouth full of Weet-Bix, “Yeah, get a big ouchy.” Karen, Wellington PUSHING IT While I was sitting out in the sun one day with M in Memorial Park, Tauranga, a man happened to walk past wheeling an empty double pushchair. M had not seen the twins running ahead, but in a friendly mood called out, “Have you got them or are you just hopeful?” There was no answer. Speedy, Tauranga, February 5, 1973 DOPPEL-CLANGER! My teenage daughter is said to be remarkably…

Simon Cowell might be one of the most ecognisable faces when it comes to TV talent show judges, but now David alliams is giving him a run for his money. For the past two years, the comedian has been voted best TV judge at Britain’s National “Simon is very competitive, so it was nice to beat him,” laughs David (46). “I think we were both beaten by Mary Berry a couple of years ago, but I think it gets to Simon because he’s a very competitive person. Anything that , makes me happy!” David is back at the judging table again Britain’s Got Talent with Simon, Amanda Holden and Alesha Dixon. As a man who started his career in comedy, David is always on the lookout for the next e…

Ten years ago, my first book was published. It was called Short Fat Chick to Marathon Runner, and told of my adventures in training for and running the Auckland and New York Marathons. It wasn’t my idea to write the book. I certainly didn’t think my running was worth skiting about. But I was attending the launch of a book a friend had written and the publisher asked me if I’d consider writing about my exploits. In a moment of madness, I agreed and before I knew it, the deadline was upon me. I had to lock myself away in my office, uttering dire threats to the husband and child about what would happen to them if they dared to disturb me. I was delighted when I was able to…