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Catch 22 star George Clooney (58) and his human rights lawyer wife Amal (41) looked picture-perfect as they headed out for a dinner date in Italy by boat. The stunning couple have been enjoying a family break at their lavish 18th-century villa on the banks of Lake Como, but took a night off from looking after their adorable two-year-old twins, Alexander and Ella, to catch up with their friends, fashion designer Stella McCartney (47) and her husband Alasdhair Willis (43). Naturally, Amal wore a Stella McCartney dress for the occasion! She paired the stunning fringed champagne creation with beaded drop earrings and metallic strappy shoes that she sensibly removed before climbing onto their motor launch. Not to be outdone, Stella, who is Sir Paul McCartney’s daughter, dazzled in a delicate…

To confirm the Queen is infirm of mind or body, at least three of the following need to sign the declaration and support it with medical evidence: the Queen’s consort (Prince Philip), the Lord Chancellor, the Speaker of the UK House of Commons, the Lord Chief Justice, and the Master of the Rolls. If Prince Charles, in turn, became incapacitated, the same process applies before Prince William can become regent. The Queen – or King Charles – can only abdicate through an act of Parliament. The monarch cannot unilaterally resign.…

Early in her new film Late Night, in which Dame Emma Thompson plays an out-of-touch television talk show host, we see footage of a much younger version of her character, doing a stand-up comedy routine at a club. “That shot is really me, doing stand-up when I was 23, on a UK show called Friday Night, Saturday Morning,” reveals the two-time Oscar-winning star of films including Howards End, Sense and Sensibility, Love Actually and Saving Mr. Banks. “I worked in comedy until I was 27 before I started acting, so I know all about being in those clubs trying to engage with a room that’s largely masculine and often contemptuous!” Now one of the biggest stars in the world, it’s been a long time since Emma was the subject of…

A year and a half after they announced their split, Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux have reunited to mourn the death of their beloved pet dog, Dolly. When they separated in February 2018, the pair released a statement saying, “Above all, we are determined to maintain the deep respect and love that we have for each other.” And it looks like they’ve been true to their word. Although Justin is based in New York City, he rushed to his ex-wife’s home in Los Angeles to say goodbye to their pet. Jennifer (50) rescued the pooch from a shelter in 2006, and Justin (47) spent a lot of time with Dolly while the couple were together Clearly upset by her passing, he took to Instagram to post, “Tonight, at sunset, after…

IT’S IMPORTANT TO LIVE IN THE MOMENT, BUT ONLY AFTER YOU’VE GOT A SOLID RETIREMENT PLAN IN PLACE SO YOU CAN ENJOY LIFE AFTER 65 TOO In the years leading up to retirement, Aucklander Helen and her husband Mike* barely talked about how they’d cope financially once they stopped work. “Mike has always looked after our finances and he said we’d be okay as we could sell our house, buy somewhere smaller and live quite nicely on the money we made,” says Helen. “We also had some savings, a small amount in KiwiSaver, and we knew we could get NZ Superannuation as well, so I wasn’t too worried.” However, by the time they retired from their retail and hospitality jobs six years ago, those savings had dwindled from contributing to…

To stick to a strict food budget, I have three rules: cook with cheaper cuts of meat (the added bonus is they have more flavour), minimise food waste and eat more plants. Following these rules, this week’s recipes will be kind on your pocket but still generous on tastiness. Send your foodie thoughts and questions to Nici: nwickes@bauermedia.co.nz Chicken schnitzel with lemon parsley butter & slaw SERVES 2-4 TOTAL COST: $13.15 I love this dinner as it uses up old bread and seems much posher than it is! 2 chicken breasts ½ cup flour 1 tsp sea salt Decent pinch of black pepper 1 egg, whisked lightly with a splash of milk or water 1½ cups fresh breadcrumbs, made from old bread Zest and juice of 2 lemons – ideally…

Finding love the second time around is a wonderful thing. But before you say “I do” again, there are some financial matters to consider that you may not have had to worry about the first time round. It can be harder to merge finances, especially if one partner has far more assets than the other, and you may have children to bear in mind. Here are some points to think about. Will you have a joint bank account or keep separate ones? If you’ve been on your own for a while and are used to having sole charge of your money, you may find it difficult to have a joint account. Or you may have come from a relationship where money was equally shared and you find it strange to…

My commitment to budget gardening comes and goes. After months of creating something out of nothing, I’m somewhat inclined to lash out on an impulse buy that adds a classy look to whatever budget design I’ve put together. You could call this a character flaw, but I prefer to think of it as a clever trick. My mother, when questioned about the silk purse, sow’s ear philosophy, gave me a piece of advice. “Don’t buy the sow’s ear,” she said. “Wait until you can afford the silk purse.” As is often the case with daughters and their mothers, I heeded half her advice and decided I could have both, and the silk purse would draw attention away from the sow’s ear. It works, mostly. For example, one of our front…

How I thought I’d get away with a good hair day in Wellington I’m not sure. It’s been five minutes and I’ve already pulled straying locks into a ‘mum bun’, as brisk winds welcome us to the cute and quirky cosmopolitan city. Our 48 hours of planned mother-daughter fun begins by exploring the revamped Te Taiao Nature exhibit at Te Papa, with veteran broadcaster Roger Gascoigne as tour guide. It takes charisma to hold the attention of a child on the loose and luckily Roger exudes the same cheerfulness that won over audiences during his days winking on the telly. We stop for a peek at the museum’s main visitor bait – the colossal squid – which Roger talks about with wit and enthusiasm. Hazel’s not sure whether she’s enthralled…

LEO Jul 24 – Aug 23 You’re very persuasive this week, so if you need someone to come on board with a project, you’ll have them in the palm of your hand. Energy levels are high, and few people will keep up with you, so you’ll need to slow down over the weekend and pay attention to a lover or partner. Otherwise they may wonder if you are interested, as you seem to be leaving them behind. VIRGO Aug 24 – Sep 23 Don’t slow down! You are on a roll and getting things done. However, if people are awkward, think whether you need their help; if not, keep moving. A talk with a teen will be a revelation. You may have been underestimating them. It might be time to…

I am one step closer to crossing the Rubicon – one step closer to the point of no return. I’m inching towards the line that divides Women Who Wear High Heels from the Women Who Don’t. Some of my friends have already given away their killer heels to their daughters and collapsed, with a sigh, into sensible, cushioned flats. Many of them are glad about it – my good friend and Weekly columnist, Wendyl Nissen, for one. She thinks I’m barking mad to persist with my towering heels. But then she’s tall. She doesn’t need high heels to be seen or to create a presence. My short friends get it. Those who can no longer wear their heels miss them terribly and compensate by buying pretty flats, festooned with flowers…

The British detective drama returns to our screens this week and sees Detective Constable Endeavour face a new wave of challenges both in his private and professional life. One of those challenges is a new recruit – Poldark actor Lewis Peek joins the show this year as Detective Constable George Fancy. Of his role Lewis says, “Fancy is kind of an interesting character because he clearly means well, but he gets it wrong nearly every time. And that causes a lot of people to be brushed up the wrong way with him!”…

Aucklander Eileen Merriman combines working full-time as a haematologist with writing fiction, mostly for young adults. Her latest novel is Invisibly Breathing (Penguin Random House, RRP $19.99). My favourite book ever is… The Bone People by Keri Hulme. The setting is haunting, the prose unique and beautiful, and the story is brutal and heartrending. Keri took so many risks with this novel and struggled to get it published, but then won the 1986 Booker Prize! Such an inspiration. My book of the moment is… A Briefcase, Two Pies and a Penthouse by Brannavan Gnanalingam. It’s a hilarious and savage satire, yet with more serious undertones, and is very relevant to our times.…

Confession time: Being thrifty doesn’t always come naturally to me. I do try. I’m not a brand snob, I try to not buy more than I need, I attempt to fix things if they’re broken rather than replace them (this has had very limited success) and since I had knee surgery last year, weirdly, I’m always running hot – which has meant no heaters to fire up this winter! As I’m getting older, I’m becoming more conscious of my consumerism, as well as the fact that if I ever want to buy a house in Auckland, it’s time to knuckle down and stop “popping in for a look” at the local mall and leaving with bulging bags. That’s why this week’s Thrifty Special couldn’t have come at a better time.…

Adorning the curtain rail of Westside actress Esther Stephens’ bedroom is an array of vintage dresses that look like they’ve arrived straight from the 1960s. Complete with impressive back-combing and thick eyeliner, Esther and her friends Olivia Tennet and Aria Jones fawn over the rainbow of retro frocks, which are perfect for their new girl band The Up Doos. “I have been collecting these vintage dresses for most of my adult life and sometimes I would look in my wardrobe, especially when I was having a baby, and think ‘What am I doing with all of these blimmin’ old dresses?!’” laughs Esther. “Then an opportunity like this comes along and you go, ‘Yes! I have heaps of stuff!’” The inception of The Up Doos is a delightful tale. Esther (33)…

If you have suddenly become solely responsible for your finances, balancing the budget can be a daunting prospect. Ryman Healthcare’s Group Financial Controller Roger Nuttall says getting certainty around your finances is key, and to do that, reviewing all your finances to see what’s coming in and going out is a good starting point. “Ask yourself what is the certainty of your income? Is there any passive income, say from shares, or do you own any assets? “Then what are your outgoings? What are the things you must have and what are nice to have?” Reducing your fixed outgoings can give you more flexible income for the fun stuff, says Roger, who recommends seeking professional independent financial advice. “At Ryman our fixed weekly fees are a very good way of…

WHAT IS IT? A treatment that uses LED lights (light emitting diodes) to deliver specific wavelengths of light energy into the skin. HOW DOES IT WORK? Different wavelengths of light have the ability to stimulate different reactions in the skin. For example, the wavelengths emitted from red and amber lights encourage collagen and elastin production, calm the skin and promote circulation. Infrared aids healing, while blue is used for its anti-bacterial benefits. WHO NEEDS IT? Anyone can benefit from the use of light therapy. Whether you want to rejuvenate your skin, calm rosacea or combat acne, an LED therapy session can be tailored to your needs. Plus, laying under the light has a relaxing, feel-good effect. WHAT CAN I EXPECT? In a beauty clinic, it can be a standalone treatment…

GLOSSARY k = knit k2tog = knit two stitches together p2tog = purl two stitches together st/s = stitch/es Who can resist majestic male lions with their shaggy manes and roars that can be heard up to five miles away? Knitted in a thick yarn in a gorgeous golden shade, this hat is guaranteed to keep your own little king or queen of the jungle super-warm. And once you’ve got the hang of it, the loopy stitch I’ve used for the mane is very quick to knit. YARN AND MATERIALS • Cascade 128 Superwash (100% wool), 128yd (117m) per 3½oz (100g) ball of bulky (chunky) yarn 1 ball in Daffodil 821 (A) Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick (80% acrylic, 20% wool), 106yd (97m) per 6oz (170g) ball of super…

Queen of the air I thoroughly enjoyed and was totally engrossed in the cover story about Kerre McIvor (22.07.2019). Wow! Kerre is a very articulate and very knowledgeable personality. I had always said she’d be approached by the radio bosses to take over Leighton Smith’s radio slot. She has a lot of Leighton’s traits, including honesty. She always gives 100% of herself to what life has in store for her. That genuine radiant smile is just priceless. A sincere thank you to writer Wendyl Nissen for such a refreshing read. Lorra-Rose, Whanganui $100 WINNING LETTER Silver and gold I am truly in big awe of the Silver Ferns as they complete a spectacular rise back to the top after clinching a 52-51 win over Australia in the Netball World Cup…

With her movie star husband on one arm and her debonair teenage son on the other, all eyes were on Catherine Zeta-Jones when she returned to her hometown of Swansea in Wales recently – Hollywood royalty had come to town! The 49-year-old actress looked sensational in a fitting red gown with a thigh-high split and the cameras went into overdrive to celebrate the local girl who put their city on the map. Catherine was home for a special ceremony in which she was granted the Freedom of the City of Swansea, but the adoration of the hometown crowd paled next to the devotion in the eyes of her husband Michael Douglas. The 74-year-old Hollywood veteran hardly left Catherine’s side as the Chicago actress was fêted. He’s evidently still smitten –…

Anne Hathaway had a noticeable bump when she made her way through LA airport recently – and the same day the Ocean’s Eight star announced she was expecting her second child with actor-producer husband Adam Shulman. While sharing her joyful news on Instagram, however, The Witches actress (36) revealed that just like her first pregnancy, with her now three-year-old son Jonathan, she struggled to conceive. Posting a photograph of her baby bump in a flowing white top, she wrote, “For everyone going through infertility and conception hell, please know it was not a straight line to either of my pregnancies. Sending you extra love.” The actress, who shot to fame in The Princess Diaries, married Adam (38) in 2012 and treasures her role as a mother. “I shop a lot…

They work together, live next door to each other and can often be spotted out on a jet ski or at the driving range in the afternoons. In fact, radio co-hosts Lana Searle and Samantha Baxter are so close they’re often mistaken for sisters. The best friends, who are part of More FM’s Breakfast Club, are both laid-back, witty and quick to laugh – traits they’ve been able to maintain despite years of devastating illnesses. For Lana (32), the health troubles began when she went on the contraceptive pill to combat ongoing hormonal issues. She quickly developed blood clots and ended up in hospital needing seven blood transfusions. The presenter then spent two years going on and off different hormones before, exhausted and sick, she finally opted for a hysterectomy…

CFFC has come up with six steps designed to help people get their finances in order so that they’re better placed when they stop working... STEP ONE “Put $800 to $1200 together as a safety net,” says Tom. “This goes in a bank account only to be touched in an emergency.” This money is there to cover unexpected expenses such as dental treatments or car problems. If you haven’t prepared for these, you can end up paying for them by credit card, and “that can be the gateway to more debt, making things much worse.” STEP TWO Sort out your KiwiSaver. Not only should we all have one, but we should be making sure we’re getting the best out of it. “A lot of people defaulted into a KiwiSaver fund…

While not as powerful as LED treatments you’ll find in a clinic, these at-home options can be used in the comfort of your own home: + Neutrogena Visibly Clear Light Therapy Spot Treatment, $55, can be held directly over a blemish to speed up the healing process. + LightStim LED Anti-Age Hand Held, $399, is designed to be used five to seven times a week for three minutes per area. + Dr Dennis Gross SpectraLite Eyecare Pro LED Device, $274, targets ageing around the eyes.…

You can’t leave the house these days without flopping open your wallet. But I’ve got a few ideas on how to make sure you take less cash out when you do. To mark the thrifty theme of this week’s issue, I’m going to outline my favourite ways to save a dollar. Some have featured in this column over the years. This advice still stands. 1. I’m going to start by addressing our older readers. If you live in the city and you’re not using Uber by now to get yourself around, start doing so. Yes, you may need a younger family member to teach you, or maybe your local senior’s club, but don’t put it off any longer. Same applies to Airbnb for travel accommodation. There’s a whole generation below…

TOILET HUMOUR My sister was holidaying at a campground in Germany that had unisex bathrooms. My little niece ran on ahead and called back, “Hey Mum, they have cool drinking fountains in the toilets!” My sister has never run so fast. Auntie K, Auckland HOW TO ENTER Submit your Teacups story via email nzww@bauermedia.co.nz (Subject line: Teacups) or mail it (with your name and address) to: Over the Teacups, NZWW, Bauer Media, Private Bag 92512, Auckland 1142. Teacups submissions must be original. Please allow up to eight weeks for delivery of prizes. This week’s winner receives a selection of delicious Arnott’s biscuits to be enjoyed “over the teacups”! Visit arnotts.com. Prize pack may vary from product shown. SENSELESS SENSIBILITY I had a lot to do, so I asked my beloved…

My first memory of money is of a toy bank I was given when I was small, in a bid to get me thinking about saving, I suppose. It was made of steel in the shape of a leathery little book with a sharp-toothed slot in the top to push my pennies through. I was never that keen on pushing my pennies through, though, and no sooner had I done so than I was trying to get them out again, which proved to be impossible. I seem to recall a keyhole at the bottom that only a bank teller could open. And then they’d hide your loot away from you in a savings account. My next memory of money is the threepences my grandmother used to lay like mines in…

THE CHAPERONE From the creator of Downton Abbey comes another delightful period drama to warm your heart. The film tells the tale of a 15-year-old schoolgirl who travels to New York in the 1920s to pursue a dance career and find fame and fortune. With her is the titular character, the chaperone, Norma, who is determined to keep the adventurous young spirit on the right path. But Norma is on her own journey of discovery, as she tries to hunt down her real parents after being adopted at a young age. It’s a lovely story and makes for a great addition to your DVD collection. To celebrate the DVD release of The Chaperone, we have five copies to give away. To enter, email your name and address with the subject…

The cover of this novel is misleading. It makes it appear to be a flashy thriller, when actually – while it does have some tension and twistiness – it’s a lot more restrained and intelligent. The Body Lies is as thought-provoking as it is gripping. And there’s nothing flashy about it. This is the story of a young female writer whose name we never learn. She’s struggling to feel safe in her south London neighbourhood after a man’s attempt to attack her on the street. She decides to make a new start and finds a job teaching creative writing at a university in the north of England. The plan is that she and her young son will head up first and once they’ve settled, husband Mark will follow. So she…

From the north of England, Jo has loved writing since she was a child. She started taking it more seriously when it seemed she was heading towards a career in academia. She lives with her family in Lancashire. This is her seventh novel. This novel was inspired by… ”I got angry at the way I saw violence against women being depicted, both in fiction and in drama. It’s so often used as an easy plot device: A woman’s body becomes just a puzzle to be solved. And I got particularly angry – properly steaming – at the way I saw violence against women being eroticised, both in fiction and on our screens. Who likes that? Who’s that even for? So I wanted to write something counter to all that.” My…

Surf’s up for Aussie star Hugh Jackman! The Greatest Showman actor could have been mistaken for re-enacting a scene out of Baywatch as he emerged out of the water looking super-buff at Sydney’s famous Bondi Beach. The fit 50-year-old was in the Australian city ahead of the month-long Australian leg of his show The Man. The Music. The Show. The Wolverine actor will bring the spectacular performance to New Zealand in September this year for two shows only.…