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What a moment! Fr om our very first glimpse of new dad Prince Harry as he stepped out to meet a small group of waiting media at Windsor Castle just hours after his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, gave birth, his complete and utter joy was truly infectious. With a beaming smile stretching fr om ear to ear and a jubilant energy that made it difficult for him to stay standing on one spot, I really can’t imagine it would be possible to watch Harry announce the birth of his firstborn without finding yourself beaming right along with him. It has been such a beautiful and history-breaking week as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex introduced their little boy to the world in their own way and already put a…

Master Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor is a symbol of something more than royalty – a globalised world where old assumptions are crumbling. And nobody could be more aware of this than his besotted parents, Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. He is the first half-American in the immediate royal family. He is the first modern royal with African blood. He is the first royal with slaves as ancestors. The former leader of the UK’s Equality and Human Rights Commission, broadcaster Trevor Phillips, sees him as a catalyst for fundamental change. In an open letter to Archie, he writes, “You are the fruit of a joyous, contemporary love match… Over your lifetime, what we call ‘race’ could become near to irrelevant. You will be the poster boy for this new world.”…

Harry and Meghan tried to discourage the public sending gifts to celebrate the arrival of their little one, instead asking for charitable donations. New Zealanders stuck with the couple’s wishes, with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announcing a $1000 donation to Kiwi charity Little Sprouts, which provides baby boxes for families in need, as well as the purchase of 10 native trees to be planted around Matariki. However, when the Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited our shores last year, just days after announcing Meghan’s pregnancy, royal fans couldn’t resist showering them with books, blankets, teddy bears and toys. One sympathetic parent, who obviously knew what was ahead, even presented Meghan with a book called Save Our Sleep.…

The larrikin; the playboy prince; the brave soldier; the loyal husband. Prince Harry has undergone quite the evolution throughout his 34 years while navigating life in the public eye as a high-profile member of the British royal family. But the one constant during his ups and downs has always been his adoration of children, and his desire to one day be a dad himself. “I’ve longed for kids since I was very, very young,” he said in a 2012 interview, not long after older brother Prince William (36) tied the knot with his wife Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge (37). “I’m waiting to find the right person and someone who’s willing to take the job.” From an early age, it was clear that Harry had inherited his mother’s empathetic touch and…

This little man is a Taurus. He will be ambitious in all that he does, right from those first few milestones, which he will reach well ahead of time. He won’t just want to crawl – he will simply get up and walk. His ambition will carry him beyond any expectations his parents will have for him. Whatever task, goal or dream he sets for himself, he will achieve. He is going to be a very honest person; which has the possibility of sometimes polarising the public in a way that is similar to Princess Anne. Nobody will be able to deny the honesty in what he says - it is not malicious or calculated and will simply be the truth. His Sun in Taurus means that he will stick…

Real Housewives of Auckland star Anne Batley-Burton is sitting on the deck of a gorgeous mansion in Queenstown, impeccably coiffed and made-up, sipping on a glass of Champagne and soaking up the view. “It’s not too bad, is it?” she chuckles. “Queenstown, what an absolutely stunning place.” Anne has taken the latest series of her show Keeping Up with the Champagne Lady, which screens on Face TV, out of its Auckland studio to showcase some of the country’s most spectacular locations, along with her favourite restaurants, bars and shops. “I’m so excited about getting out and about this series,” Anne says. “It’s not all about Auckland, even though some people might think it is! I want to take the show to places I’m genuinely interested in. Queenstown, let’s face it,…

How to keep your compost pest-free, make some lovely lavender bags to scent your clothes, plus a bleach alternative. Clean as a whistle! I use a Moka pot to make my coffee in the morning. But it does get quite clogged up, so every few months I do this clean. Pour 1 cup vinegar into the base and fill the rest of the way with water. Put it on the element and heat as usual without coffee grounds. Rinse the pot out, fill with fresh water and heat it again, running another cycle without coffee. You will be rewarded with a lovely clean, good-as-new coffee pot. TRY THIS ON A SUNNY DAY, INSTEAD OF DRYING YOUR UNDERWEAR OR PILLOWCASES ON THE LINE, TRY DRAPING THEM OVER A ROSEMARY OR LAVENDER…

It’s that time of year when everyone at work seems to be coming down with a nasty bug. But how can you avoid it? Rest and repeat! When everyone you work with is getting sick, there’s a good chance that you will pick up whatever is going around. But falling ill doesn’t have to be inevitable – there are some steps you can take to stay healthy while your colleagues are dropping like flies. WASH YOUR HANDS A LOT Go to the bathroom as often as you can and do this. It’s one of the best things you can do to avoid getting sick. Washing frequently is important, especially before you eat, and after going to the toilet or touching items that are handled by lots of other people, such…

Kevin Milne CONSUMER If you’re a SuperGold card holder, are you making the most of it? Many businesses will give you discounts if you flash it – but it pays to know where to look for the deals. Golden opportunity! You were amazed to see online a list of 25 ways SuperGold card holders could save money “that seniors didn’t know they could get”. It was impressive. But it was an advertorial. Can you trust that sort of information? I have seen the list and in this case I think yes. But you would be better advised to seek the same information directly from Supergold.govt.nz. It has a long list of goods and service providers who offer discounts for seniors. It’s well worth spending 20 minutes looking through and taking…

A few years ago, when work took us to a different city, we had to become renters – anathema to people who love exterior design. But you can garden at someone else’s place with these tricks. Here today, gone tomorrow! I’ve only rented about three times in my life, but I’d hazard a guess that it’s rare to find a rental property with décor you like and that suits your stuff. Sadly, it’s not usually an option to paint the interior off-white, add a botanical-print feature wall and rip up the carpet, but you can do quite a lot to personalise the garden without upsetting your landlord. Whatever you want to do, it pays to ask permission first. A landlord is not likely to be too negative about temporary changes…

Praise for our prince Thanks so much for your beautiful article about Prince William’s visit to New Zealand (13.05.19). Though his visit was too short, he was able to do so many things. Spending time at the mosques and talking to Christchurch locals made them see and feel his kindness and compassion. His speech was so warm, genuine and true. He really made it known that nothing can bend New Zealand in terms of togetherness and selflessness. There is no place for hatred in our beautiful country and love will remain, whatever happens. Just like his mother, he is a prince of people’s hearts. Ester, Christchurch $100 WINNING LETTER Not-so grey area Kerre McIvor laments a lack of female TV presenters (13.05.19) who represent her age group, yet it is…

We’re on a diet at our place and though the diet wasn’t my idea, I’m doing my best to throw my arms around it. I’m the house cook, after all, and have been for almost as long as I can remember. Challenging diets aren’t anything new to me, except that this one has a lot more cauliflower in it than I’m used to. The darling wife likes to keep an eye out for healthier ways for us to eat and spotted a new diet fad passing by recently. She grabbed it, brought it home and gave it to me to put into action, though just a few nights a week, she said. I won’t go into details of the diet, but the best word I can think of to describe…

She lives with her family in northern England and writes a mix of adult and teen novels, as well as non-fiction about parenting. This novel was inspired by… “A small town in north-west England called West Kirby. We would love to move there. We went to check it out and found a little café with adverts all over the walls, friendly staff and a sense of community. I instantly wanted to set a book there.” The message I hope readers will take from it is... ”There’s an Amy Poehler quote I love: ‘Good for her, not for me.’ I think women are encouraged to feel like we’re in competition with each other all the time, and that’s heightened with parenting. It’s very easy to feel judged and get defensive. So…

The beaming smiles said it all. Proud new parents Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, couldn’t hide their delight as they showed off their gorgeous baby boy, Master Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor. And the Queen also sported a huge grin as she met her eighth great-grandchild for the first time last week. Wee Archie – the name took everyone by surprise – was born on May 6. A thrilled Harry and Meghan introduced him to the world for the first time two days later, with happy mum Meghan revealing that their boy has been a dream so far. “It’s magic, it’s pretty amazing. I mean, I have the two best guys in the world. So I am really happy.” She added that Archie had “the sweetest temperament, he’s really calm”,…

Like the new baby, the Queen was born the eldest child of a second son and was not expected to ascend the throne. With three males in the line of succession, Britain is unlikely to see another female monarch for a very long time. By having three children, William has given Harry a choice of how formal a life his child will lead. Harry may take a tip from Princess Anne and give his baby the freedom of a relatively normal life.…

LOVE AT FIRST DATE From the very beginning, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were utterly smitten with each other. The pair were famously set up on a blind date by Harry’s childhood pal Violet von Westenholz in July 2016. “We met for a drink,” Meghan later revealed. “Then I think very quickly into that, we said, ‘Well, what are we doing tomorrow? We should meet again.’” By their third date, Harry was whisking Meghan off to Africa, where A ROYAL ENGAGEMENT What everyone knew was coming happened in November 2017, just over a year after the couple met. Prince Charles announced his younger son’s engagement, with the couple saying they were “thrilled and happy”. Meghan quickly took to royal life, accompanying Harry to multiple engagements, and began to plan their…

The birth of his son is one of the best moments in Prince Harry’s life, but the joy is tempered with sadness because his mum is not there to see her grandson. Diana, Princess of Wales died when Harry was 12, and knowing the mum he utterly adored won’t be part of his boy’s life must be painful for the prince. But her legacy is likely to live on in the way he raises his son. Friends say Harry (34) and brother Prince William (36) are grateful for the way Diana brought them up, and have always said they want the same kind of childhoods for their kids. “Harry has often spoken of the influence his mother had on his character, always trying her best to give him an upbringing…

+ Meghan and Harry’s friend, actor George Clooney, was born in 1961. + May 6 is also the birthday of Sigmund Freud (1856), actor Orson Welles (1915) and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair (1953). + In 1960, Princess Margaret married Antony Armstrong-Jones (who later became the Earl of Snowdon) at Westminster Abbey. + In 1910, George V became king after his father Edward VII died. + In 1994, Nelson Mandela and the African National Congress were confirmed winners in South Africa’s first post-apartheid election.…

One thing I wouldn’t be without on a desert island? “Water! I have been on an atoll with no water and it’s hectic, especially when you’re surrounded by sea water and you can’t drink it.” My day always starts with? “Looking out at the amazing view of the ocean and feeling a sense of gratitude.” The person I wouldn’t mind being stuck in a lift with? “100% my brother Dylan. He’s pretty much MacGyver. Anyone who knows him will agree. He would come up with some random solution to get us out!”…

Here’s a seasonal equation we all must use to survive the cooler autumn weather – skirt plus knit equals a whole lot of fabulousness! It’s time to pair up and make some stylish combinations. Knitted out! Tartan attitude • Tartan has made a huge comeback this season and this maxi-length skirt from Zara is pencil-shaped with a pleated lower section for added design flair. This Seed Heritage knit with pompom detailing on the sleeve matches the skirt’s mustard tones while also adding a textural point of difference. • Embrace an edgier look and give a nod to the punk era by wearing a motorcycle-style boot. KNIT $159.90 and EARRINGS $29.90 both from SEED HERITAGE. SKIRT $99 from ZARA. ISABELLA ANSELMI BOOTS $309.90 from MERCHANT 1948. Warm tones • Add some…

Dear Wendyl, I’m hoping you can settle an argument for me. We have recently started making compost in the back of our garden and my husband thinks we are able to throw in meat scraps. But I am certain that this attracts rats, at least that’s what it says on the internet. Do you have an opinion on this because he’s a big fan of yours and will believe you, even if he doesn’t believe me! Hoping you can help, Mary Dear Mary, Of course you are right – you must not put any meat scraps on the compost because not only will they attract rats but they’ll also stink to high heaven. If he doesn’t want to throw meat scraps and bones in the rubbish, tell him to freeze…

* Just an hour of walking each week could reduce your risk of developing dementia. Scientists at Boston University reviewed data on the effects of moderate exercise, such as walking, on heart health and noted that it not only helped the heart, but the brain too. They found that even just an hour of exercise – which is a lot less than the 30 minutes per day generally recommended – was associated with better brain function, including helping to keep dementia at bay. * People who skip breakfast and eat their dinner not long before they go to bed are less likely to survive if they have a heart attack. Brazilian scientists have found that not consuming the bulk of your food until later in the day can cause problems…

POLITELY DRIVEN! I was travelling somewhere in the car with my friend’s son, Mr Three. My three-month-old was crying, so I said to Mr Three, “Tell him, ‘It’s okay, we’re nearly there!’” He leaned over to the baby and said, “Quiet please!” I couldn’t help but laugh – at least he was polite. Rachel, via email PLANE CONFUSION During a family get-together at Easter, the adults were all sitting around the table after dinner when the conversation turned to the “mile-high club”. My nine-year-old grandson, who is a a slow eater and frequent flyer, was still at the table and suddenly chirped up with, “We don’t go to that one - we go to the Koru Club!” Nanna Bing, Marlborough, May 11, 2015 PINT-SIZED PRIZE A friend cleared her post-office…

Our Cute Kid wins a copy of The Duchess and Guy (Pan Macmillan, RRP $18) by Nancy Furstinger. Alone and without an owner to care for him, Guy the pup is just like any other dog in the shelter and longs for someone to love him. Little does he know, he’s about to star in his very own Cinderella story. Email photos of your child to us at nzww@bauermedia.co.nz with the subject line: Cute Kids. Please provide the full name and age of the child as well as your phone number and address.…

This is a warm, gentle story, not especially memorable or exciting, but relatable and real. What is most refreshing about it is that the characters go through things many of us will have experienced at some point in our lives. Emma Chance has moved to a small seaside town near Liverpool, England, with her husband and two young children. It’s an upheaval for all of them, but Paul has his high-flying job to keep him occupied, leaving Emma to get on with the business of settling the kids into school and becoming part of their new community. She strikes off on the wrong foot on the first day at the school gates. The other mums seem beautiful but cold and aren’t especially interested in welcoming a stranger. The local queen…

Superstar soccer mum Julia Roberts (51) looked very comfortable on the sidelines of her son Henry’s match in Malibu. The Pretty Woman had a basket packed with drinks and healthy snacks for Henry (7), plus a sun umbrella to protect her porcelain celebrity skin. The devoted mum has always said her children are her first priority and that she has no intention of making the leap from actor to director while they’re young. “I get everybody out the door to school on time, clean, fed, happy. That’s directing a whole production right there.”…

In the land where Disney princesses reign supreme, the US finally has a royal of its own – and excitement in Meghan’s homeland has reached fever pitch with the arrival of her son. The little royal is automatically a US citizen, and his arrival was greeted with fanfare and delight. “We are so excited about this baby in America!” enthused news anchor Gayle King, a friend of Meghan’s, while Michelle and Barack Obama, as well as Hillary Clinton, sent enthusiastic wishes via Twitter. (President Trump remained silent.) All major news networks ran unbroken coverage following the birth announcement, with some UK commentators wryly remarking that those across the pond seemed even more excited than Britons. “But then,” one noted, “Americans are always a bit more excited, aren’t they?”…

Sunny celebrity cook Jo Seagar has been an unwavering supporter of Hospice New Zealand for 20 years. She’s so dedicated to the charity that she was made a patron as well as an ambassador eight years ago. “Everyone knows I’m passionate about foodie things, but I’m also passionate about hospice!” she exclaims. “People say, ‘It must be so sad,’ but the fact is, I’ve never met people with such humour as hospice volunteers. Really, it’s about celebrating life and living to the last moment possible.” The charity has held a special place in her heart since it gave the Seagar family the opportunity to really farewell her adored dad. “Hospice allowed us to actually talk about my father dying,” she recalls. “It gave us permission to discuss his funeral right…

When Nelson couple Fiona and Neil Helleur welcomed a tiny foster baby into their family 20 years ago, they had no inkling of the heart-wrenching journey that was to come. Jacob was just 10 months old when the Helleurs first took him in. Neil was a support worker for the then Child Youth and Family (CYF) while Fiona was very involved in the local church, running school holiday programmes and studying for a Diploma of Ministries. The pair had previously fostered several children on a short-term basis and also provided a loving, stable day-time environment for many others. They also have three children of their own – Emma (31), Ben (30) and Matthew, (25). Wee Jacob was meant to be another short-term placement. “Originally, it was going to be a…

For a few years, Mum and I have been nurturing fledgling tamarillo trees in our respective gardens and now, finally, we are reaping the rewards. If you love this sharp fruit as much as we do, you’ll appreciate how satisfying it is when they are in season. Bearing delicious fruit! Send your foodie thoughts and questions to Nici: nwickes@bauermedia.co.nz Sesame pork with tamarillo & ginger chutney SERVES 1-2 When looking for a savoury option for tamarillos, I always turn to pork. The soft tartness of the fruit pairs well with crisp, juicy pork. 200-250g pork strips, cut into chunks 4 tamarillos, halved and scooped 1 small onion, quartered 1 tbsp grated ginger ¼ tsp sea salt 2 tbsp light soy sauce Squeeze of lemon or lime juice ¼ tsp sesame…

If you’ve ever needed inspiration to ditch the dye and embrace the grey, look no further than these silver stunners. They kindly shared their stories of how they made the move. Sensationally silver! TRACEY DALTON Head of styling, hair & make-up for Sky TV (51) HOW DID YOU TRANSITION TO GREY HAIR? To begin with, I had a few highlights put in to start the lightening process. Over time, I had more highlights added and had them toned very platinum/ash. Over the summer holiday that followed, my hair lightened up quite a lot, so I added even more highlights and finally, a few months later, I went full-on and had all the remaining dark hair lightened with a very grey toner put over the top. From there, it was just…

Partner abuse is a serious problem in New Zealand. According to the government’s It’s Not OK campaign, one in three women experiences physical and/or sexual violence from a partner in her lifetime and one Kiwi woman is killed by her partner or ex-partner every month. Many are too embarrassed, ashamed or scared to reveal they’re being abused by their other half and the signs that they’re at risk can be missed, even by those close to them. These signs can start out as very subtle, such as the woman involved becoming quiet and withdrawn, and seeming to have no opinions of her own, deferring to her partner all the time. The woman may seem to be very different when her partner is around, including being uncomfortable and agitated in social…

Dear Jude, My friend has growing anxiety issues. We’re both in our twenties and life has had some bumps recently for her with a boyfriend who has now thankfully gone and some work pressures, which she is coping with admirably. I think she’s really got some things out of context and worrying herself about stuff she doesn’t need to. She’s a good person and I hate to see her so down on herself. She’s made things bigger in her mind than I think they need to be, and I’ve tried to say that in a delicate way, but I’m no expert and I don’t want to say the wrong thing or belittle how she feels. I see her unwinding but am hopeless to advise her. I want to be able…

WHEN TO GO: This year’s show runs from June 20-23. Aim to arrive early to beat the lines and crowds. Gates open at 7am, and you can save time and money by booking entrance tickets online. Tickets are roughly $47.See royalhighlandshow.org. WHAT TO WEAR: Comfortable shoes are a must - the show covers 113 hectares and you will walk miles. Come prepared for all weather conditions too. Be aware that if you wear country clothes to blend in, people will try to sell you a tractor!…

TAURUS Apr 21 – May 21 Itchy feet syndrome is frustrating, especially if you can’t just jump on a plane and scratch the itch. Travel brochures will help you figure out how much you need to save. You can put the goal in place and start working towards it. If you’re still feeling restless, take a trip out of town, rent a sleepy bach or a motel room and imagine you’re in a foreign land. GEMINI May 22 – Jun 21 Someone will need support and not a lecture – a gentler approach will get better results. There’s a sense of insecurity there and it wouldn’t hurt to give them some reassurance. This week, you’ll get an answer to a long-held question. It won’t be a surprise, but hearing it…

Finally, Baby Sussex has arrived! It feels like we’ve been waiting for news of this baby forever. Surely it’s been the longest royal pregnancy in history! Oh, dear. In writing that, I have become one of those annoying people who rings expectant mums daily in the last month of their pregnancies asking in cloying tones if there’s [pause] “any news?” I vowed I’d never do that after I had a few overly enthusiastic people phone me constantly when I was pregnant with Kate. It wasn’t even as if I was terribly overdue with her – it was just that she was my first, and friends and relations were keenly anticipating the arrival. And I rather suspect that there are some people who always want to be first with the gossip.…

POMS (PG) Walking into Poms, I expected the film to be as light and fluffy as they come, after all, how could a movie about a senior citizen cheerleading team be anything but delightful? Despite the plot being quite two-dimensional, this didn’t take away from the overall enjoyment of the movie. I smiled for most of it and even laughed out loud once or twice. But it’s the casting that was really on point, in particular Jackie Weaver, who plays the bubbly sidekick to Diane Keaton’s cynical Martha.…

My favourite book ever is… ”The Maui books by Peter Gossage because that’s the first real instance I can recall of anything Maori in a book. I remember How Maui Slowed the Sun – just looking at it over and over again going, ‘This is amazing.’ The illustrations were so good!” My book of the moment is… ”The last thing I read was The Fourth Age – Smart Robots, Conscious Computers, and the Future of Humanity by Byron Reese. It’s about artificial intelligence and how we are entering into the fourth dimension – so basically about how computers are going to be running everything.”…

SCHIFFE R GIVES US SHIVERS! Iconic supermodel Claudia Schiffer (48) looked simply sensational at a Chanel cocktail party in Paris. Naturally, the age-defying German wore Chanel couture to the event. I Will survive Actor Will Smith swept into The Tonight Show on a magic carpet to give a sneak preview of his take on the genie in the Aladdin remake. The actor (50) nearly said no to playing the famous comic sidekick because Robin Williams “smashed” the role in the original movie. SSSERIOUSLY SSSLIPPERY Crikey! Terri Irwin (51) and her son Robert (15) got up close and personal with a pair of snakes at the Steve Irwin Gala Dinner in Los Angeles, held to celebrate the life and legacy of the late Crocodile Hunter. THE SUPREMES BEING Golden girl Diana…