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Doting parents Richard Gere (69) and his wife Alejandra Silva (36) looked blissfully happy while on holiday in Tuscany with their baby Alexander. The Pretty Woman star cradled his son in a towel and happily posed for pictures with publicist Alejandra. The pair tied the knot in a civil ceremony in Spain in April last year after four years together. When they met, it was love at first sight for Richard. “I instantly became happy just looking at her,” he says. “It was one of those powerful things.” Alejandra also has a son (6) from a previous marriage, and Richard is dad to Homer (19) from his marriage to Carey Lowell. His first wife was model Cindy Crawford.…

Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, has worn some eye-catching outfits in the eight years since she became a member of the royal family. But until recently, she’d never worn shorts in public. So when she did opt for a pair of navy shorts, showing off her long, toned legs while taking part in a sailing regatta, she sent the internet into a frenzy. “Kate rocks shorts!” enthused one social media user after the pictures of the duchess appeared. “That’s a lot of leg,” another one commented. The last time the mum-of-three was seen in shorts was 11 years ago, when she wore tiny yellow shorts to a roller disco party. On this occasion, shorts were ideal for the charity event in which Kate competed against her husband. Unfortunately, she lost to…

Susannah Constantine looks like she’s having the time of her life. The former host of What Not to Wear has been holidaying with her good friend Sir Elton John on his luxury yacht in Monaco, and she’s also enjoying a second career as a novelist. But while life is good, she has admitted that she suffers from anxiety and wakes up every morning “consumed by fear”. Susannah (57), who found worldwide fame alongside Trinny Woodall by telling women how to dress, says she’s battled anxiety on and off throughout her life, but it has become debilitating since menopause. “Anxiety turns me from a confident and contented woman into a hot mess racked with insecurity,” she says. Susannah first struggled with her mental health as a child. She had a “gilded,…

“ It is quite ironic to think that what I do is predominantly female-focused, yet it is still so male driven. I’m a diamond buyer for Michael Hill, spending about $60 million each year on diamonds. Diamond purchasing is complex and there really is a skill to selecting the right quality stones – and then the art of negotiation comes in. I find it interesting that I only ever deal with male merchants. There are females working in the jewellery industry, but I buy loose diamonds and the merchants are predominantly family businesses, handed from fathers to sons. I’ve travelled all around the world, however I go to India twice a year, as 85% of the world’s diamonds pass through there. The Bharat Diamond Bourse in Mumbai is where most…

CHOCOLICIOUS! Lewis Road Creamery is an expert when it comes to dairy deliciousness. Try its newest taste sensation to hit the chiller shelves, Mochaccino Milk. The perfect marriage of Whittaker’s Creamy Milk Chocolate, Columbian espresso and Lewis Road Creamery Milk, RRP $4.49 for 300ml. THE ICING ON THE CAKE! Are you a cake decorator extraordinaire? Well here is your chance to shine! The Pettinice Cake Show and Competition is taking place in Auckland on October 19-20. The weekend will be packed with demonstrations and workshops by local and international cake decorators, competition entry displays and activities for children. There are several categories to enter, from hobbyist to professional. Head along to pettinice.com/cakeshow/ to find out how to enter and to get tickets. STELLAR SEAFOOD! Stella Artois believes oysters and beer…

Offering support while respecting their space can be a tricky balancing act: • Do give encouragement and praise at every opportunity. Every parent needs to hear that they’re doing a great job. • Don’t fight to be at the birth or in the waiting room. That’s a privilege, not a right. • Do support the new parents in practical ways and provide emotional support when needed. • Don’t spend too much money on your grandchild. It can lead to conflict and friction with the other set of grandparents, and you might be stepping on the parents’ toes. • Do set agreed boundaries of involvement and make sure you stick to them. Respect their choices and privacy as the baby’s parents. • Don’t pop in unannounced or make early morning phone…

Self-diagnosis can lead to all sorts of headaches for busy services like St John. But did you know you can call Healthline and talk to a medical professional, 24/7 – and it’s free? Check before you panic... You have a house to sell and have noticed a company that buys houses without charging you commission. You don’t even have to fix up your house before you sell. Is this a good idea? Only in specific circumstances. Some sellers may well appreciate the simplicity of selling to firms like this. For example, if you’re in the business of buying and selling rental properties and you’ve struck a negative cash flow. They are not real estate agents, but companies happy to buy you out at a difficult time. If your circumstances require…

Hi there Jude, I really enjoy your column and great advice! I remember reading about your life before you appeared on telly and I understand you may have been a nurse. Forgive me if I have that wrong. I hope you had a lovely holiday with your family in Italy. I’m heading to Europe myself next week and I’m a little worried about the heat wave. Already, I get hot flushes and night sweats, so I hate to think how flustered I will be. Do you have any tips on keeping cool, calm and collected in a European summer? Thanks so much, Penelope Yes, I was a nurse. Granted, it was 30 years ago but it seems to never leave me. I can’t go past accidents; I always pack a…

A grand age! I found your Fit For Life (19.08.19) article so refreshing. It’s important to exercise and keep active at any stage in our lives, but as we get older it’s easy to take the more sedate options. Barbara Sharp has such a vibrant and positive outlook on life and her exercise regime puts those 20 years her junior to shame. There’s definitely no ‘tired’ in retired in Barbara’s world. She is a refreshing example to us all! J Good, Wellington $100 WINNING LETTER Sailing back for more I was pleased to read that Paul Henry is considering “Putting Down His Anchor” in a TV comeback! (19.08.19). Of course he was just as gung ho on land, as he had previously been when fighting alongside Greenpeace for a nuclear-free…

All good things must end and that’s the case this week for beloved British drama Poldark as it premieres its fifth and final season. The show’s leading lady Eleanor Tomlinson, who plays Demelza Poldark, says it’s been hard to say goodbye. “I will really miss Cornwall – it has been a huge part of this show, it’s the heartbeat of Poldark and getting to go there every year for a few weeks has been incredible,” she tells. Despite the sadness, Eleanor remains positive and says the role has changed her forever. “I now look at scripts and think, ‘Who is this character? What does she offer this project?’ Playing Demelza has definitely given me the strength of character to challenge myself in many ways,” she explains. “Now is the time…

So far this year I’ve read 35 novels and this one is definitely in my top five. It is a beautiful, sad, curious book about accepting who you are and finding where you belong. The story has a dual narrative and is told from the perspective of two characters whose lives seem entirely different on the face of it but who are linked in unexpected ways. Augusta Hope is growing up in an ordinary suburban family. From birth she seems set on being difficult and different. She is obsessed with places, things and words, in particular a small African nation called Burundi, which she thinks has the very best country name in the world. Parfait lives in Burundi and loves his homeland. While it’s a troubled place, he and his…

It was just another sunny day in Los Angeles for Natalie Portman and her family. The 38-year-old Star Wars actress was spotted out and about in the Californian city with husband Benjamin Millepied (42), daughter Amalia (2) and their pet pooch. The cheery clan were all smiles despite not having son Aleph (8) along for the walk. But it’s no surprise that Natalie looked like she was cloud nine! The Israeli-born film star was recently named as the new female Thor in the upcoming Thor: Love and Thunder, for which Kiwi director Taika Waititi (44) will once again take the reins.…

Hello! It’s lovely to see you again. I’ve had a magical couple of weeks off on holiday , but it’s great to be back here. I was inspired a few months back by a Weekly travel story to Yosemite National Park, and quickly pounced on a deal to Los Angeles. And I’d do it all again in a heartbeat (just don’t tell my bank account that). It’ s a beautiful spot – I saw deer , squirrels, bears and even a rattlesnake that got much too close for comfort. Yes, I’ve come back to tornados and icy weather , but there’s been plenty of joy in our office too! Our wonderful sub-editor has also been on holiday , to the UK, and has come home with a beautiful sparkling engagement…

It hasn’t happened overnight, but bit by bit, Sarah, Duchess of York, has been welcomed back into the royal fold by the Queen. So it was a shock when, just days after arriving at the royal residence at Balmoral for a holiday, she suddenly left. There’s been speculation her hasty exit was related to the release of legal papers linked to the sex trafficking case against disgraced US financier Jeffrey Epstein, which named her ex, Prince Andrew. Shortly after Andrew and Fergie arrived at Balmoral, the documents were unsealed, claiming Andrew had sexual encounters with a young woman. The next day, Epstein was found dead in his cell. The palace continues to deny “any suggestion of impropriety with underage minors”. Indeed, insiders say that as disturbing as the news from…

Home is where the heart is for Gwyneth Paltrow and Brad Falchuk. The Hollywood power couple have spoken about their plans to finally move in together – after almost a year of marriage! Eyebrows were raised a few months ago after it was revealed they still live apart. However, in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, the TV producer and writer (48) said he and his new wife had made it a long transition for the sake of their children. “Divorce is terrible, even when it’s the right thing to do,” Brad said. “And it’s really hard on kids. Come September, we’re all gonna Brady Bunch it up, and it’ll be great.” Gwyneth has two children, Apple (15) and Moses (13), to her former husband, Coldplay’s Chris Martin, and…

She’s an Oscar Award-winning actress, model and will soon be making her directorial debut. But Halle Berry’s two children aren’t too fussed about her fame. Her daughter Nahla (11) picked up that she doesn’t have a run-of-the mill job from her school friends years ago, but her son Maceo (5) is only just starting to work it out. “For the last year, my son’s been saying my full name really loudly in public, like, ‘Halle Berry, can you pass me the ketchup?’ It’s just so embarrassing! He knows it gets a reaction from people, but he can’t figure out why,” she laughs. “Being a mum is the best job, but my kids don’t care about who I am outside this house. The only thing I want at the end of…

What is it about a milk dessert that is so very comforting? This week, puddings from your childhood come with new twists, so that even those with horror memories from boarding school (sago, I’m looking at you here!) will love them. The crème de la crème! Baked rhubarb rice pudding I just can’t get enough of this rice pudding – it’s creamy and rich, spiked with tart rhubarb to temper the sweet creaminess of the custard. SERVES 6 1 cup arborio rice 1 cup milk 1 cup cream 1 cinnamon stick Few pieces of orange peel 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 large egg yolks 4 heaped tbsp sugar 2-3 rhubarb stalks, chopped into 3-4cm lengths 2 tbsp brown sugar Pouring cream to serve 1 Heat oven to 180°C and butter…

It might look like a simple bottle of water, but (1) Glow Lab Micellar Water, $11.99, is powerful enough to remove face and eye make-up effortlessly. (2) Eau Thermale Avène Micellar Lotion, $45, combines micelles with the soothing benefits of Avène thermal spring water in more of a soft, lotion consistency. Micellar technology also comes in the form of wipes, such as (3) Dr Le Winn’s Private Formula Vitamin Infused Micellar Cleansing Wipes, $8.99, which are brilliant when travelling. Cotton pads, such as (4) Swisspers Make-up Pads, $5.70, are the ideal way to apply your micellar water.…

Dr Chris Reeves, osteopath and member of Osteopathy Australia, answers your questions on back pain Q Can the position you sleep in contribute to back pain? I always sleep on my tummy but have been told this can trigger lower back pain. A Absolutely. Tummy sleeping can accentuate the natural arch (the lordosis) in your lower back, as it gives it very little support in this position. The muscles and ligaments are also placed in a shortened position, which increases your risk of back injury. The best sleeping position for supporting your lower back is lying on your side, with your knees tucked up slightly. You could also try placing a pillow between your knees to take the pressure off your hips and knees. Also a good-quality mattress is absolutely…

Those of you who remember the 1970s and 1980s no doubt have as many embarrassing memories of fashion crimes as I have. Culottes. Shoulder pads. Ponchos. Jumpsuits. Acid wash. Shiny metallic dungarees. And how depressing is this? It happens in gardens too! Photos of my parents’ gardens in the 1950s reveal neat beds and smooth lawns. Camellias, azaleas and hydrangeas were the plants of choice, and pathways were edged with roses. Anyone who had a vegetable garden back then risked a back injury because the raised bed was far in the future. In the 1960s, those who considered themselves avant-garde might have had a pink flamingo lawn ornament or even a sculpture of a naked child holding a water vessel. The 1970s were characterised by the indoor plant trend -…

GLOSSARY k = knit k2tog = knit two stitches together p2tog = purl two stitches together st/s = stitch/es These mythical animals have featured in folklore for hundreds of years and they’re having a resurgence in popularity in the current crop of children’s stories. If you love all things full of hope and wonder, you’re bound to be a big unicorn fan. In a design by Fiona Goble from her gorgeous new book, this cute pair of leggings comes in two shades of pink. YARN AND MATERIALS • Cascade 220 Fingering (100% wool), 273yd (250m) per 1¾oz (50g) ball of fingering (4ply) yarn 1 ball in Cerise 7802 (A) 3 balls in Tutu 9477 (B) 1 ball in White 8505 (C) Oddment of light worsted (DK) yarn in black (D)…

ME TOO! While dropping off my granddaughter to daycare one day, one of the young girls started to talk to me. Quite proudly, my graddaughter said, “That’s my nana!” The young girl looked at me again and replied, “I’ve got an old nanny too!” Laila, Kerikeri PASTRY PROBLEM Our two-year-old great-granddaughter has watched her nanny take her false teeth out and put them back in night and morning for more than a year. On Mother’s Day, while being served a sausage roll, she suddenly piped up. “I can’t eat this,” she said. When asked why, she replied, “Because I haven’t got my teeth in!” Great Nan Shirley, Papamoa, June 1, 2015 JUST DO IT My husband was looking out into the street. I asked him what he was looking at…

I was having a coffee with some of the ladies at the retirement village. They’re a lively bunch and very chatty. Several had already mentioned they knew who I was because they’re familiar with this column and its oversized photo of me, taken a few years ago now. “I’m glad I still look like myself,” I said to one of them. You can never be entirely sure if you still do look the same. Sometimes age changes people beyond recognition. I had a lot of trouble recently at a funeral, figuring out faces I hadn’t seen since sometime last century. Anyway, back at the retirement village where I was visiting my mother, the nearest chatty lady, when I enquired, told me her name was Pam. “I’m one of 12,” she…

ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD RATING R16  Quentin Tarantino may be an Oscar-winning filmmaker, but his distinctive movie style isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. His hotly anticipated new flick Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is full of colour and powerhouse performances but, for me, at some points the storyline unfolded at a painfully slow pace. Leading men Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt put on an incredible show as an actor and his stunt double, respectively, and this movie will surely lead to Oscar nominations for both of them. The cinematography, set, costumes and music are also a triumph, but the almost three-hour length was a bit of a downside for me.…

She is a former teacher of Spanish and English, and a school principal. She lives in London and has published short stories. This is her first novel. The novel was inspired by... “The bittersweet nature of life and the utter centrality of our human relationships within it, however complex and confusing they are. If we love, we’ll grieve and if we live, we’ll die – but it’s still the hugest privilege to be alive!” The message I’d like readers to take from it is… “Honestly, anything that strikes them. I love the way that a new story is created in every reader’s heart and mind. But what Augusta and Parfait teach me is, first, that whoever we are and wherever we come from, we share a profoundly uniting common humanity.…

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has opened up about the devastating collapse of his restaurant group, which went into administration in May with the loss of 1000 jobs. “The past four and a half years have been the hardest of my life,” the father of five admits. “It is what it is, but I think that’s been very physically, mentally and financially tough… That was a hard one to swallow.” Jamie (44) says he tried everything to save his empire, including putting in $8 million of his own money to ensure staff were paid. “It was a little bit like someone who was very unwell. We nearly got there. And I thought I could get there, most importantly.” Fortunately, the likeable chef, who has published 33 books and presented 30 TV…

Judy Garland was one of the greatest and most troubled superstars of her time. Propelled to global fame after playing Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, she won a legion of fans with other cinematic hits such as Easter Parade and A Star Is Born. But behind closed doors she was in the grip of drink and drugs, and struggling to be a good mother to her three children. The astonishing thing is that The Wizard of Oz was actually Judy’s seventh movie. Born Frances Ethel Gumm, she was just two-and-a-half when her mother Ethel put her on the stage. Judy performed with her two sisters in hundreds of variety and local radio shows before signing with MGM aged 13. Arguably, this is where Judy’s addiction problems began. It’s been…

Curried chickpea burgers SERVES 4 ¼ cup olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tsp curry powder 1 courgette, trimmed and grated 400g can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1 cup fresh multigrain breadcrumbs (see tip) 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped 4 wholegrain bread rolls, split and toasted 1 large tomato, thinly sliced 25g baby spinach leaves 1 beetroot, peeled and grated 1 carrot, peeled and grated Kumara chips, to serve (see tip) RAITA 1 cup low-fat natural yoghurt 1 Lebanese cucumber, halved, seeded, finely chopped 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 In a small frying pan, heat 1 tbsp of the oil on medium. Sauté the onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes until tender. Add the curry powder and cook for 1 minute,…

Are you feeding your compost bin the right food? How to plan a bee-friendly garden this summer and control your hay fever naturally. Spring is in the air! Spring is not far away, so many of us are planning what to do with our gardens this season. I’m super-keen to keep as many bees alive as I can and also encourage them into my orchard, where I have trees that need to be pollinated. Here are six easy plants that are guaranteed to keep the bees happy this summer: 1 Lavender. Look for bee-friendly lavender, as not all lavenders will attract bees. If in doubt, ask at your garden centre. Lavender will flower even in the height of a very hot summer, so is always there when other flowers die…

There are some gardens that radiate joy. They don’t have to be trendy or stylish or even tidy - they just have to demonstrate the delight their owners took in their creation. A few weeks ago a reader sent me photos of such a garden. Hazel Kale, who gardens in Feilding, will be 80 next year and has such a lot to share. “I dreamed up having a friendship garden with pieces exchanged from family and friends,” she tells. “I learned how to propagate plants by making the ends rough instead of clean-cut looking. It was not only fun, but eventually produced good results in the Keep Feilding Beautiful annual competition when I won the ‘Small Garden Over Five Years’ category three years in a row. “With regard to propagating…

Life is constant progession, both physical and mental. The trick is to focus on the positives. When one part of your life story finishes, embrace the next chapter with open arms. Lately I’ve had a new excuse for whenever I’ve forgotten anybody’s name. I say, “Sorry I can’t remember your name. I’m menopausal and everything just falls out of my head.” My youngest child cringes, but I just own it. I’m middle-aged and menopausal. The good thing is, I’m happy to say goodbye to periods. Period! The bad thing is I seem to be taking a bit of time closing the door on my fertile days. There’s a wee potpourri of thermostat problems, forgetfulness and an expanding girth going on. On reflection, it’s like the symptoms of being pregnant, but…

WHERE TO STAY: The Grand Hyatt on Collins Street is an easy stroll to the East End theatres and it has the most amazing breakfast buffet, grandhyattmelbourne.com. WHERE TO EAT: Sunda does stunning South East Asian food – try the mouthwatering chicken crackling and egg noodles, sunda.com.au. Bomba is known for its delicious Spanish tapas and their cocktails include a Long Black made from vodka, coffee and Vegemite, bombabar.com.au. HOW TO SEE THE LANEWAYS: Hidden Secrets walking tours, hiddensecretstours.com.…

LEO Jul 24 – Aug 23 Being sceptical is healthy and can save you a lot of time and effort simply because you ask for proof of whatever is being offered. You are going to look very closely at something and point out that there are flaws. Don’t be surprised if you are ignored or hurriedly shown the door. You have a very healthy, happy lifestyle right now; there’s no need to change a thing. VIRGO Aug 24 – Sep 23 Now is a time to be careful what you say and make sure that dates, times and venues are correct. Someone else may have made the mistake, but you may compound the issue by not checking the information you pass on. On a lighter note, a lover has a…

I found a plastic bag the other day – a black, flimsy plastic bag inside a canvas shopping tote. My heart stopped when I saw it. It was a plastic bag from the time before – the time when single-use shopping bags were handed out at every supermarket and dairy in the country, no matter how small or large the purchase might be. I wasn’t quite sure what to do. I felt a wave of guilt when I saw it because surely a dolphin dies every time a single-use plastic bag appears on the planet? Should I report myself to the authorities? Should I make a donation to Greenpeace? In the end, I used it to line the bin and gave myself a night off lining it with newspaper, and…

Aucklander Joanna Grochowicz writes novels and stories based on true-life adventures for young readers. Her latest is Amundsen’s Way (Allen & Unwin, RRP $18.99). My favourite book ever is… “Did You Ever Have a Family by Bill Clegg. I’m a very slow reader but consumed this wonderful book in one sitting. June’s house burns down along with everyone she loves on the eve of her daughter’s wedding. It’s a harrowing start to a novel, but it offers a fascinating account of life in a small town devastated by tragedy. We see how interconnected our lives are and how the people we barely notice can hold the key to our redemption. Simple, tender and life-enhancing.” My book of the moment is… “Euphoria by Lily King. It follows the three anthropologists living…