Innholdsfortegnelse for 1930 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

It’s a dreary Sunday afternoon. Rain is threatening. Ginette McDonald is hoping to get outside at some stage to walk Fifi, the adorable six-month-old Papillion-King Charles “handbag dog” she inadvertently picked up during a recent acting gig in Auckland. But right now Ginette, best known as the vowel-strangling, chuddy-chewing Lyn of Tawa, is reflecting on a remarkable 50-year-plus career that has seen her go from treading the boards as a young, unpaid wannabe to an award-winning performer, producer and director. It’s a career that started long before the #MeToo era, a career that in its longevity has allowed the trailblazing actress and comediennne to segue from young crack-up to heroine of the “older women”, with all the vicissitudes that entails. One of dozens of comedians featured in the new TVNZ…

From growing up in a big family in Christchurch to being happily married for 63 years, Alma’s had plenty of company throughout her whole life. So when the option to move to a Summerset serviced apartment came up, Alma and her daughter Maree were naturally a little nervous it might be a bit on the quiet side for her. But since the move, they’ve discovered it’s been anything but quiet. “I don’t think you’d ever need to feel lonely here,” says Alma. “It’s just like a big family… and there’s always something going on.” When she first arrived at her serviced apartment, Alma had her husband by her side. Sadly, he passed away shortly afterwards due to ongoing health issues. “I thought it might take her a little while to…

Shakshuka SERVES 1 A Mediterranean dish of eggs cooked in a spicy tomato sauce, shakshuka is good at any time of day. 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp onion, diced ¼ cup canned tomatoes 1 tbsp tomato sauce ½ tsp garlic, minced 1 pinch chilli powder (optional) 1 pinch ground cumin 1 pinch ground coriander 1 pinch paprika 3 eggs 1½ tsp fresh parsley, chopped 1 Give your egg skillet a quick shot of cooking spray and put it over a medium heat. Add the olive oil and onion, then sauté for 2-3 minutes or until softened. Stir in the canned tomatoes, tomato sauce, garlic, chilli powder, cumin, coriander and paprika, thenlet it simmer for 1 minute. 2 Crack in the eggs, taking care not to break the yolks. Cover…

WHAT IS IT? In skincare, vitamin C can come from botanical ingredients, such as citrus, kiwifruit and berries, or in a synthetic form such as ascorbic acid or L-ascorbic acid. WHAT DOES IT DO? The first thing you’ll notice when you start incorporating vitamin C into your routine is how much brighter and more even-toned your complexion looks. On top of that, as an antioxidant, it works hard to shield your skin from environmental damage (a major source of premature ageing). Plus, over time vitamin C will help to keep your skin looking firm and toned by stimulating collagen, as well as improving your hydration levels. HOW DO I USE IT? Because the antioxidant properties will help protect your skin during the day, vitamin C serums are ideal to massage…

Are businesses allowed to reject payment in the form of a cheque? Also, are tracking tiles and apps actually any good to find lost items? Reality check! You recently went into a shop which had a sign saying, “We do not accept cheques.” Is a shop allowed to do that? You thought that any business had to accept ‘legal tender’. Yes, stores must accept any payment that is legal tender, however, cheques are not legal tender and never have been. They have been accepted in the past as a matter of convention and goodwill to customers. Now, so few cheques are used for payment that many businesses have decided not to accept cheques or issue them. Even The Warehouse no longer accepts cheques. And Kiwibank is no longer issuing cheque…

CITRUS POTPOURRI 3 tbsp each dried lemon verbena, lemon balm and lemon thyme 2 tbsp dried marjoram 1 tbsp dried bay leaf, crumbled 1 tbsp lemon peel, crushed 6 tbsp orange peel, crushed 2 tbsp orris root powder 2 drops orange blossom oil 2 drops lemon oil Mix all the dry ingredients together in a glass container. Add both oils and mix well. This makes about a cup. TIP: Potpourri needs to age for at least a month before it’s ready for use. If you try it and find it not strong enough, add extra oil and fixative, shake and return it to storage for further ageing. Also, if it smells delicious but looks like a handful of stuff you got out of the compost, add dried flowers, coloured berries…

Take me back! Congratulations Weekly team for your excellent travel section. It really is a vital part of your magazine. I thoroughly enjoyed reading California Dreamin’ (08.07.19), and thanks to Kelly Bertrand for bringing back memories of my trip to California, in particular my visit to Yosemite National Park with my family, the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco and the imposing castle in Napa Valley. I was truly mesmerised by The Golden State. Again, a big thank you to the Weekly, your high-quality write-ups of places increase our delight and understanding of the world. Keep up the good work! Maria Aurora Weaver, Christchurch NOTICEBOARD REUNION The Westport Volunteer Fire Brigade will celebrate its 150th reunion over Labour Weekend. For more details, email d.straker@xtra.co.nz. Send notices to: nzww@ bauermedia.co.nz $100…

Last week I was delighted to see that avocados were on sale at my local supermarket. I love avos but there is a limit to what I’m willing to pay for the privilege of smearing the green goodness all over my Vogel’s. Six dollars for one tiny, hard green fruit is way beyond my tolerance and that’s around what they’ve been for a couple of months now. So when I saw two for $5, I snapped them up. I would have to cultivate and nurture them for a few days before they were edible, cuddling them up next to a banana or two, and keeping a very close eye on them because the time between when they’re perfect and when they turn is a matter of nano-seconds, but I was…

Born in Northern Ireland, he has studied law and moved around the world working in jobs as diverse as rugby coach, barman, bookshop assistant and school teacher before turning to writing. He is now based in Melbourne with his family. On why he was drawn to writing mysteries and thrillers: “The books that appealed to me the most as a kid were science fiction and classic noir mysteries. I went to a very traditional school in Ireland where we read a lot of Victorian fiction, so when I discovered The Big Sleep in Belfast Central Library, it was an incredible experience. Fiction could actually be fun to read!” On getting started as a writer: “I fell into writing by accident. I was teaching English to high school students in Denver…

SPORTY SPICE It’s raining tennis balls! Geri Horner (46) was spotted taking in some of Wimbledon‘s day five action with husband Christian last week. The girl-band icon was clearly invested in the game, making all sorts of funny faces! BEACH BABES Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria (44) couldn’t help but dote on son Santiago (1) as the pair holidayed in Spain. Joined by husband José Bastión, Eva and her family soaked up the sun on Marbella beach. The beaming baby boy donned a designer Moschino romper while his actress mother kept things chic in simple white and navy. LIONEL, LIVE IN LONDON! Hello, if it’s Lionel Richie you’re looking for, the singer was last spotted in the UK performing at the British Summer Time Festival in Hyde Park. The Commodores…

It’s a great year to be a Kiwi sports fan! With the cricket, netball and rugby world cups all falling in the same year , not to mention a host of other fantastic competitions and tournaments, fans up and down the country have been, or soon will be, congregating in lounges, pubs and community centres to cheer on our beloved teams. I’ve only just gotten over the punishing hours of watching the Black Caps – that 11-hour time difference between us and Britain is rough! – but this week, I’ll be doing it all again and tuning in to watch the Silver Ferns take on some of the world’s best in Liverpool. I love most sports, but netball has a special place in my heart. I’ve been playing, coaching and…

‘Your obligation is not just to take love, but to be as loving a person as you can be’ On July 7, a 77-year-old star was reborn when Barbra Streisand once more hit her high notes in front of a sell-out audience at London’s Hyde Park. A-list guests joined her for duets, but the songstress did the heavy vocal lifting – overcoming the stage fright that ruled out live performances for almost two decades. “I need the vulnerability to balance the part of me that’s secure,” Barbra says. “Every once in a while, I think, ‘Do you think you can do that?’ You have to have self-doubt. It’s what motivates you. “I never sing unless I have to,” she continues. “I don’t sing around the house. Singing is like work…

It’s 40 years since Woolworth heiress Barbara Hutton died, bedridden, virtually blind and holed up in a suite at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Los Angeles that was littered with empty coke and vodka bottles. She was 66 and heavily in debt, despite inheriting more than $28 million in 1924, when she was just 12. It was a sad end for a woman who was the Paris Hilton of her time, famous for her fortune and her family name. Barbara’s every move made headlines, and not only did she live an incredibly lavish lifestyle but she also went through seven husbands, including a Hollywood star and several princes. Barbara seemed to have everything going for her when she was born in New York in 1912. Her father, Franklyn L. Hutton,…

Embrace neutral tones for the chilly season with any of these chic combinations. Naturally simple! Utility style • Add some military influence to your wardrobe this season with this faux sheepskin-trimmed jacket from Cotton On. Try wearing clashing textures, as here, by pairing with this safari-esque print shirt from Witchery and these cargo-style pants from EziBuy. • A croc-print bag and some cowgirl boots keep the ensemble on trend. JACKET $94.99 from COTTON ON. SHIRT $139.90, BAG $109.90 and EARRINGS 44.90 all from WITCHERY. EMERGE PANTS $69.99 from EZIBUY. BOOTS $279.90 from SEED HERITAGE. City chic • Keep it cool while beating the chill with this luscious Jacqui E coat. • The ensemble is tied together nicely here with a simple tiger-print top from Seed Heritage and a long-line skirt…

Make a herbal doggy ear wash, get rid of mice without killing them, and serve a “gaily attractive dish” for lunch. As nature intended! IS YOUR CLOTHING RECYCLABLE? We spend a lot of time avoiding using plastics because we know they take hundreds of years to decompose, but have you thought about your clothes? Nylon fabric takes 30 to 40 years to decompose and polyester can take anything from 20 to 200 years. Cotton can take as little as one to six months, and wool one to five years. If you are buying new clothing, try to make sure it’s a natural fibre such as wool, cotton or silk, and that it has been sustainably grown. You could also start shopping at op shops or on TradeMe for secondhand clothes,…

TAKE A PEW, OR NOT When my son was about six years old, we lived in the country and used to go to church once a month. One particular Sunday he was grizzling about having to go and when I asked why he was so upset, he replied, “I just wish they’d make up their minds whether they want to sit, stand or kneel!” That made me smile. Dawn, Gisborne OH, CRUMBS! I took Master Five out for dinner one evening and after we’d finished eating, I leaned across the table and wiped the crumbs from around his mouth - a perfectly normal nana thing to do, I thought. I was given a look of absolute disgust, then Master Five asked, “Nannie, did you just use my face to wipe…

The plot of this thriller is so completely horrible I almost couldn’t bring myself to read it, and I can’t imagine how twisted a mind the author must have to dream it up in the first place. Imagine that your child is kidnapped. The person who has done this awful thing is another parent whose own child has been taken and they have been forced to commit the crime in order to secure their release. Now you in turn must do the same - find a suitable child, kidnap and hide it, and keep The Chain going to have any hope of seeing your son or daughter again. See what I mean? Fiendish. And yes, definitely gripping too. Rachel Klein’s 13-year-old daughter Kylie is taken at gunpoint while waiting for…

This is no body double! Actress Melanie Griffith showed off the results of the hard yards she puts in when it comes to her health and fitness, flaunting her fabulous figure while on holiday recently. The 61-year-old was spotted rocking a plunging black bikini while taking in some sunshine with friends near Ibiza. However, it hasn’t been without hard work! The daughter of Tippi Hedren (89) shared her workout, which includes doing abs and arm work, lunges, cardio and weights, with celebrity trainer Gunnar Peterson to Instagram, saying, “I adore this man. He helps me keep my 50+11-year-old body tight and strong.”…

Big Little Lies star Reese Witherspoon laughs at the fact her show is full of women behaving badly, but that she won’t tolerate wicked behaviour in Hollywood. “You just try not to get involved,” the 43-year-old Oscar-winning actress admits. “When you see ‘crazy’, you just walk away from it, keep your head down, keep working, do the right thing and stay out of the person’s way! “I’ve watched a lot of really bad behaviour happen in Hollywood and, as I get older, I’m glad I get to pick and choose who I want to work with.” In the second season of Big Little Lies, the exploits of the Monterey five - Celeste (played by Nicole Kidman), Madeline (Reese), Jane (Shailene Woodley), Renata (Laura Dern) and Bonnie (Zoë Kravitz) - continue…

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels actor Vinnie Jones is mourning the loss of his wife of 25 years. Tanya Jones passed away on July 6 after a long battle with cancer and heart disease. The former footballer was at her bedside in their Los Angeles home when she died. Vinnie (54) described Tanya as his childhood sweetheart, having met her at age 12, and called her “the most incredible person”. In a 2017 interview, he said, “I think we’re the perfect match and I was lucky to find it.” The pair married in 1994 and have a son, Aaron (27). She also had a daughter, Kaley Terry (32), from a previous relationship. Tanya battled several illnesses throughout her life. At 21, she received a heart transplant after she collapsed…

Who doesn’t love a winter pudding to warm up with on a cold night? Cooking for one doesn’t need to be hard either – I’ve scaled each of these little beauties perfectly to serve just you. Proof is in the pudding! Send your foodie thoughts and questions to Nici: nwickes@bauermedia.co.nz Mug mud cake pudding MAKES One large mug or two smaller mugs Spoiler alert – you will need a microwave for this pudding! I don’t own one, so I popped over to my neighbours’ to borrow theirs for the 2 minutes it takes to cook this decadent dessert. Of course, as a thank you, I left them with a pudding of their own. 2 tbsp butter 3 tbsp brown sugar 1 small egg, lightly beaten ½ tsp vanilla extract 2…

Whether you’re blessed with natural ones or need to create them from scratch, these are the latest curly hair heroes you need. Spiral power! 1 START IN THE SHOWER Using super-sudsy shampoos in the shower may leave your scalp feeling clean, but can strip your locks of moisture and create havoc with your curls. That’s where oil-infused products such as (1) Moroccanoil Curl Cleansing Conditioner, $58.50, can help. In a single step, cleansing conditioners gently clarify the hair with a low-lathering base, plus they’re loaded with conditioning oils so they won’t zap moisture. The more hydrated your hair is, the more likely your curls will stay defined and frizz-free. 2 SPRAY & SCRUNCH For the causal ‘wash and go’ type of curl, look no further than…

NUMBS SKIN. PROTECTS FROM PAIN. emla® topical anaesthetic creams and patches are designed for use on skin to protect from the needle pain of vaccinations, blood tests and minor skin procedures. emla® is suitable for adults, children and babies. Ask for emla® at your pharmacy to protect from needless pain. emla® cream and patches contain prilocaine 2.5% & lignocaine 2.5%. Always read the label and use as directed. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.® Registered Trademark. Aspen Pharmacare C/O Pharmacy Retailing (NZ) Ltd, Auckland. TAPS PP1698-DC17. A PASSION FOR PERSIMMONS There’s so much to love about persimmons. They not only look exotic, but they taste delicious too. Better still, they’re packed full of nutrients to keep you healthy through winter. They’re also particularly versatile. Eat them as they are,…

CANCER Jun 22 – Jul 23 Don’t stay at home; don’t sit behind your desk! If you can get out of wherever you spend most of your time, do it. Rain or shine, go outside! Breathe deeply and appreciate the change of scenery. You have great energy and stamina that gets everything done, so the weekend is yours. If you’re training in a sport, be wary of ankle or calf injuries. Remember to warm up! LEO Jul 24 – Aug 23 Keep to your routine – this isn’t the best time to try something new. Stick with what you know and ignore pressure to step outside that comfort zone. Family is a strong focus and a gathering would not go amiss. If you organise it, everyone will come, a good…

I’ve discovered an excellent way to test your family’s fortitude: An escape room! Oh boy. Eventually, you’ll find your way out of that tricky little chamber, but it’ll take days to break free of the emotional scars. We were on a family holiday when my beloved suggested I spend some time bonding with our two daughters by enjoying an hour or so trapped together trying to puzzle our way out of an escape room. Thinking back, there was a knowing glint in her eye when she suggested this. She’d been with them previously and knew what I was in for. I’m sure she cackled as she dropped us off. We got the briefing: We were to be transported back to the 1860s, our task was to discover a gold rush…

OPHELIA (M) We all know the story of Hamlet but what about Ophelia? The rebellious woman was his love interest in the beloved Shakespeare play, and now this new film sees her take centre stage as the titular character, depicting the same tale many will know from Hamlet, but reimagined from Ophelia’s perspective. While it’s set in the Middle Ages, it certainly feels like a modern reboot given there’s a fierce female figure full of ambition leading the way. And while overall the film isn’t anything that will blow your socks off, Daisy Ridley and Naomi Watts do put on a fairly good show.…

Actress Jennifer Ward-Lealand stars in Auckland Theatre Company’s Six Degrees of Separation playing August 14-29 at ASB Waterfront Theatre. My favourite book ever is… “A Fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry. I’ve read it three times and always been so moved by the story. The injustices heaped on the protagonists and the insights into the inequities of the caste system in India make for gripping, but not always comfortable, reading.” My book of the moment is... ”He Kupu Tuku Iho by Sir Timoti Ka¯retu and the late Te Wharehuia Milroy. This marvelous book, written in te reo Ma¯ori gives an insight into the Ma¯ori language and culture, and is a must-read for anyone learning the language. I’m lucky enough to have been taught by both these kaumatua.”…