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It was an intense re-entry to American life for Meghan, Duchess of Sussex last week, when the pregnant royal jetted home for a lavish baby shower thrown by her best friends. Prince Harry’s wife was snapped as she made her way to a museum in New York City, where the duchess apparently took in some art before heading to an upscale hotel with former Suits co-star Abigail Spencer (37) in preparation for her party. Clutching her large bump as she made her way through photographers – who aren’t required to keep the same distance as their British counterparts – Meghan (37) looked delighted to be back on US soil. And as evidenced from the flamboyant gifts and props that were spotted being delivered to the hotel – including a whole…

If you tuned into 1 News last year, chances are you watched along without any inkling that something was amiss. Ever the consummate professional, sports presenter Jenny-May Clarkson kept up with her job, barely missing a beat and still injecting a bit of humour into the show. Looks were deceiving, though. Underneath, she was suffering. Her big brother Jeffrey had been given the heartbreaking news that his bowel cancer was now terminal and in late July - two years after his first cancer diagnosis - Jenny-May was with him, holding his hand as he passed away. Just as the family were coming to grips with Jeffrey’s death, they were dealt another blow when the broadcaster’s cherished dad, Te Waka, quietly passed just three-and-a-half months later from a heart attack -…

Lamb mulligatawny 2 tbsp coconut oil 1 large brown onion, finely chopped 2 carrots, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, thinly sliced 2cm piece fresh ginger, grated 4 large garlic cloves, crushed 2 tsp ground turmeric 2 tsp ground ginger ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper ½ tsp paprika 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp black mustard seeds 750g lamb, cut into 2cm dice 2 cups stock or water 1 bay leaf 1 tsp lemon zest Juice of 1 grated lemon Few thyme sprigs 2 tsp sea salt Optional – yoghurt, coriander leaves, to serve 1 Heat the coconut oil in a large saucepan. Sauté the onion, carrot, celery, ginger and garlic for 4-5 minutes or until the onion is translucent. Stir in the spices and cook…

Introducing a touch of boho flair to your wardrobe doesn’t mean an all-out assault of festival proportions to your life. Try the softly, softly approach of adding some bohemian style to your life. Peace out! Casually cool • Wanting to keep it casual but still chic? Then grab these paisley print pants from Farmers and match them with this lurex knit from Glassons, which simply elevates the outfit from housebound to out and about. • Tan, cream and neutral accessories tie everything warmly together in a look that anyone can wear well. Tip... Beware of snagging any accessories on your loose-weave knit. Moody wines • Dark, luscious tones are ideal for this time of year and this skirt from Witchery is a standout. The style is super-easy to wear, as…

WHERE TO STAY: Hotel Chatham has affordable to five-star luxury. The restaurant’s crayfish dinner is just $40. REEL ADVENTURE: Head out with Matt and Jake from Chatham Express Fishing Charters and haul in blue cod, hapuka and more. BEST SOUVENIRS: Chatham Island forget-me-not plants from Lois at Admiral Gardens, bags of freshly caught blue cod and fossilised sharks’ teeth. LOCAL ETIQUETTE: Acknowledge every car you pass – you won’t see many, but a casual wave is a must. SWITCH OFF: There’s no cellphone coverage which is liberating, although the hotel does have Wi-Fi if you absolutely must log on.…

PISCES Feb 20 – Mar 20 You have to lead the way this week. There’s nothing for it but to show people what needs to be done, how to do it and when. It means you’re running around dealing with 100 things at once, looking at every minor detail and being asked the oddest of questions. Take the risk. It’ll be chaotic and things may happen unexpectedly, but by the end of the week you’ll achieve something significant. ARIES Mar 21 – Apr 20 You’ll find yourself being spontaneous and this isn’t a bad thing. People may be surprised because you usually weigh things up, plan and ensure the details are in place, but suddenly you’re tossing a coin and loving every minute. Enjoy the spontaneity – things will be…

One of the upsides to being fat is losing weight over the summer break. I lost two kilos this year. Wasn’t even trying. The simple, sad fact is that my chubbiness takes stubbornness to maintain. When it’s warm and sunny and I’m being active with my family, the stored fat takes a hit. Boogie boarding, walking, cycling and generally being up and about rather than down and not-about uses more energy. Seeing as I’m not really changing my intake, the mathematical truth of “energy in minus energy out equals chubbiness level” works in my favour. Enjoying the fact that my jeans button reached the buttonhole without struggle, I contemplated how I could maintain this once the summer motivation disappeared. I quickly admitted I could not. Perhaps I could change the…

There are no huge surprises in this novel, no tricky plot twists or developments I didn’t see coming. It’s not that kind of thing at all. Photos of You is a big emotional read, a heartbreaker of a story that explores one young woman’s journey towards dying. Ava Green is only 28 when she learns that the cancer she thought she’d beaten has come back and she doesn’t have much time left. As Ava struggles to come to terms with her diagnosis, friends and family try to make her last months as happy as they can possibly be. What Ava always dreamed of was a wedding day. But with no boyfriend on the scene, there seems to be no way to make it happen. Until a determined Ava declares that…

Last year, when Jenny-May Clarkson told us about the severe food allergies her young sons had been diagnosed with, she would have been for given for thinking she’d discover ed her biggest challenge for the year ahead. Instead, it was just the first piece of bad news – with the blows she was dealt becoming more heartbreaking. But while it sounds like a rotten 2018, Jenny-May won’t call it her year from hell. She shook her head and wouldn’t have a bar of it when I tried to tell her how strong she is, but really, it does take an incredibly courageous person to find joy and gratitude in the darkest of times – and massive bravery to put your hand up and be frank about the depth of your…

She was the royal rebel of her generation – the striking beauty who caused major scandals when she fell in love with a divorced man and later had an affair with a much younger gardener. Princess Margaret wasn’t as constrained by the rules as her older sister, Queen Elizabeth II, and led a rather more colourful life. But now her son, David, Earl of Snowdon, is fed up with his mother being painted as a “carousing floozie” and wants to set the record straight. David (57) is particularly annoyed about the way Margaret, who died in 2002 aged 71, is being portrayed on Netflix drama The Crown. In the last series, Margaret, played by Vanessa Kirby, was seen as a diva who was fond of a tipple or two. Snippets…

“ Your first time here, I’m guessing?” is the opening line from one of the world’s most famous butlers. He’s right. There’s nothing quite like that moment you step into Highclere Castle, the setting for Downton Abbey. Just one overexcited gasp from us gives it all away. “I see it all the time,” says Mr Carson, alias actor Jim Carter, with a laugh. “To me, it’s just the office.” The residence is actually lived in (hence why only a few rooms are used to film in and the rest is recorded in a studio) and even Jim seems puzzled to see it minus its finery, with plastic sheets over all the carpets, and without the TV crew and cameras. In fact, when we get taken on a tour of the…

Crunchy, fresh and delicious nuts are your best friend when it comes to taking salads from same-old to sensational. Try our top tips for adding crunch, flavour and texture to salads with nuts: 1. Boost a chicken salad with roasted Cashews in Skin. 2. Toss pine nuts through a pasta salad. 3. Add chopped walnuts to any green salad. 4. Top a fresh Asian slaw with Tamari Almonds or roasted peanuts. 5. Sprinkle chopped Maple Coconut Almonds over a fresh fruit salad. For nutty salad recipes, visit alisonspantry.co.nz…

1 Khaki kicks A Try contemporary and chic pieces from Witchery, such as this textured knit and a maxi length A-line skirt that will easily take you from season to season. B Go back to basics with some classics from Decjuba, such as this drawstring midi dress and sleeveless utility trench, which look fabulous styled together as pictured but will also work as great separates in your wardrobe. C And finally, from EziBuy, add a pair of these fabulous yet functional crop pants plus a super-funky short-sleeve shirt with an animal-print pattern to your wardobe. 2 STUD UPDATE Some days all you need to complete your look is a stud earring. Update this classic and shine bright this year. 3 SKIN ON SKIN Snakeskin is one of the hottest trends…

THE GOODNESS OF TURMERIC Voted ‘Best New Health and Nutrition Product’ at the Natural and Organic Awards 2017, Better You Turmeric Daily Oral spray is a new and innovative product that bypasses the digestive system and has been proven to have four-and-a-half times greater absorption than tablets and capsules. The award-winning spray is available at pharmacies and health stores. RRP $39.99. THE SCENT OF SUMMER Add some sparkle to your life with the new In Bloom Aqua Lily Candle by Linden Leaves. Individually hand-poured in New Zealand using environmentally friendly, 100% natural soy wax, the beautifully-scented candle boasts fresh notes of citrus and pear, green florals and lily. Available at leading pharmacies, Farmers and department stores or lindenleaves.com. RRP $44.99. DELICIOUSLY ODD For yummy, fresh produce that deserves to be…

Jenny Hale finds herself dealing with the issue of families grappling with the impact of digital technology more and more these days. A senior family coach at Parenting Place, an organisation that supports parents, she says devices and their use can have a huge effect on family dynamics and relationships, and it is crucial for parents to set boundaries about what’s acceptable and what isn’t. Here are some of her guidelines to navigating what can be a minefield. DO YOUR KIDS REALLY NEED A DEVICE? The introduction of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies at schools has opened the floodgates for personal usage. Many families have had to invest in tablets or laptops for their children to do their schoolwork and as a result, a lot of kids are likely…

Dear Jude, Two years ago, I retired at 68 and while I worried about how I may feel, I was pleasantly surprised. I don’t know how I found time to work! I’ve joined several groups and have more time to catch up with all my girlfriends. But here’s the problem. My husband retired six months ago and it’s not going well. He has a couple of friends, but not many, and it’s now come to my attention that he has very few hobbies. I’ve tried to get him to come along to some of my groups because I think he’d really enjoy it, but he’s very resistant. I’ve tried to talk to him about it, but he seems embarrassed and cuts me off, saying he just needs time to decompress…

Taking heart I loved reading your article Touching Hearts (25.02.19). To experience the loss of a loved one through heart-related disease is horrifying. The ordeals of Miriama Kamo, Renee Wright and Melissa Stokes send a very powerful message to each one of us that we should closely watch our health. Exercise, eating the right foods, avoiding stress and having enough sleep is the way to go, no matter how busy we are. And as for parents, be role models for your children. When parents are motivated, kids usually follow. Felicitas, Otago $100 WINNING LETTER Dear Colin, I may be your age yet I could be your mother, for I have much in common with her. Landlines rule, but sadly we are the minority. My daughter says she too keeps her…

My favourite book ever is… The Essential Spike Milligan by Spike Milligan. It’s my favourite because my dad bought it for me years ago. It also has some of the most moving, inspiring and hilarious poems in it. I particularly love the Dog Lovers Poem. My book of the moment is… The crime novel I Am Pilgrim by Terry Hayes, which I’m reading right now. I’m actually working my way through the Whitcoulls Top 100 and this book is a great thriller for summer on the beach.…

On TV he’s stern and gruff, always clad in a dark suit and with an intimidating gaze that can make people quake. So it’s no wonder that visitors to Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter do a double take when they realise the smiling and shirtless man splashing around in the water on a baking-hot summer’s day is Shaun Wallace – also known as the Dark Destroyer – from the hit British quiz series, The Chase. And when a couple of them call out to him as he’s being photographed for the Weekly, asking if he’s “that guy off The Chase”, Shaun couldn’t be friendlier. “Yes, I am,” he says. “Just give me a couple of minutes and I’ll be with you.” And sure enough, once he’s finished the shoot, he heads over…

Now is the time to really go to town with using tomatoes in your cooking as they are truly luscious and full of flavour at the moment. You say tomato, I say delicious! Send your foodie thoughts and questions to Nici: nwickes@bauermedia.co.nz Chicken & tomato tray bake SERVES 2 Hot, juicy tomatoes are combined with crispy chicken in this no-fuss tray bake. Dinner doesn’t come easier than this! 2-3 pieces chicken per person – I used drumsticks and thighs 4 acid-free tomatoes, halved lengthwise 4 assorted tomatoes – I used a mix of heritage, cherry and green 3-4 garlic cloves, peeled 1 red chilli 2 bay leaves 3 tbsp red wine vinegar 4 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp sea salt and decent grind black pepper 1 Heat oven to 180ºC.…

The Parenting Place website features a contract a family can print off and sign regarding technology usage. It has a section for each member to sign, in which they agree to terms such as: • Not giving out a credit card number to anyone online • Not installing any downloaded programmes without permission • No livestreaming in a private place There’s also a part outlining family policies towar ds technology , including: • Not using devices during mealtimes • Looking at the person speaking to you and not at the device you are holding • Having times when nobody is allowed to use their device • Believing online connection can never replace real-life connections…

PULLING THE PLUG ON A SIZZLING SUMMER! It’s such a hot summer this year and we all know what that can sometimes mean. My grandson (who’s just two-and-a-half years old) was looking at the pond that’s in the paddock for the horses. He turned to me and exclaimed with shock, “Who pulled out the plug?!” He’s so precious! Trena, Auckland LAST BUT NOT LEAST Nan lived up to her Irish heritage when she was told her young grandson had come last in a race. “Oh well,” she declared, “that’s better than coming nowhere at all!” Moira, Otaki, July 10, 2006 CALLER ID I get fed up when I call my family and I’m confronted with an answering machine instead of a voice on the other end of the phone. I…

Well, that was another marvellous weekend kicking up my heels at Napier’s Art Deco Festival! This is my third year in a row, but I’ve got a long way to go before I can begin to match the records of some regular festivalgoers. I met the lovely Gina and Bob, who were beautifully turned out in period costume and have been coming every year for 17 years. They agreed that the festival was getting bigger and better with more and more people, young and old, getting into the spirit, dressing in costume and participating in as many events as they possibly could. The lovely thing about this festival is that you don’t have to spend a lot of money to have a good time. Some of the most enjoyable events…

FILM ON THE BASIS OF SEX RATING M  It’s not very often that a movie full of legal jargon and politics can truly entertain you, but I was glued to the screen for every minute of On the Basis of Sex. It stars Felicity Jones as Ruth Bader Ginsburg and is set during the early years of the iconic lawyer’s career when she was studying at Harvard just a year behind her husband. Not only is this a riveting film to watch, but it’s also a touching tribute to Ruth’s work who, even now at the age of 85, is continuing her fight for equality as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the US.…

She lives in Otorohanga with her husband and three children. This is her eighth novel – the first six were self-published and gained an international following. This novel was inspired by… “Something I saw online. It was about a beautiful young Japanese woman who had been diagnosed with a terminal illness. She decided to have a big photoshoot wearing many wedding dresses. It made me think about the different things people want to do when faced with their own mortality.” The most challenging thing about writing it was… “Although Photos of You is my eighth book, it’s the first one I’ve written to a deadline! With three small children, I struggle to find time. The actual writing itself is a pleasure.” One message I would like readers to take from…