Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 20, 2021 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

They’ve achieved a lot in their 10 years of marriage, but they’re most proud of the loving family they’ve created. So, for their 10th anniversary, Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge released a delightful 39-second video of them with their children, Prince George, seven, Princess Charlotte, six and three-year-old Prince Louis. The clip, which was shared with a message thanking people for their well wishes and support over the last decade, gives an informal and intimate glimpse into the family’s life away from official duties. Shot in the garden of their country home, Anmer Hall, and on sand dunes at a nearby beach, it includes footage of Kate running after Louis across a lawn and William, 38, chasing and catching a giggling Charlotte. In one shot, William and Kate,…

Singer Britney Spears has demanded face time with the judge overseeing her conservatorship – and the singer is getting her way, with a court date set down for June 23. The Toxic hitmaker has been at odds with her father Jamie, 68, since he took control of her finances after her public breakdown in 2007, during which she shaved her head, attacked a photographer’s vehicle with an umbrella and lost custody of her sons Sean, now 15, and Jayden, 14. The relationship between father and daughter is now so bad that Britney has told her lawyer Samuel Ingham she will not set foot on another stage until her dad is no longer involved in her estate. The last known time Britney appeared in court was in 2019, but the pop…

ST ELMOS FIRE 1985: Despite feeling like an outsider, Andrew says, “I loved the movie and I loved the part.” PRETTY IN PINK 1986: “Molly [Ringwald] and I had a lovely chemistry,” he says of his rom-com co-star. MANNEQUIN 1987: “It has such a sweet heart,” says Andrew of his fantasy film with Kim Cattrall. LESS THAN ZERO 1987: Andrew says he was taking drugs before shooting scenes with Robert Downey Jr. WEEKEND AT BERNIE’S 1989: “I think it’s aged well because it’s so blatantly dumb,” says Andrew of the comedy.…

On the back of Norma Brown’s bedroom door hangs a beautiful maroon velvet jacket, adorned with diamanté buttons. As she tenderly gathers it in her hands and strokes the fabric, the retired widow can’t believe it’s been 25 years this month since her beloved daughter Paula last wore it, while on a girls’ night out in Sydney, Australia. The jacket came home that night, but Paula didn’t. The young hairdresser disappeared from the city’s bustling Oxford Street on May 4, 1996, after becoming separated from her friends. Paula’s battered body was found eight days later. She was killed with two blows to the head and dumped in bushland south of the central city, in a murder that has remained unsolved. “The hardest thing for us is not having that closure…

Orchard grower’s apple pie PREP + COOK TIME 2 HOURS (+ REFRIGERATION TIME) SERVES 8-10 1¼ cups (190g) plain flour 1¼ cups (190g) self-raising flour ¼ cup (55g) caster sugar ¼ tsp salt 200g cold butter, chopped 1 egg yolk 1/3 cup (80ml) iced water 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 tbsp sugar APPLE FILLING 1.8kg Golden Delicious or Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, thickly sliced 50g butter ½ cup (110g) caster sugar 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 cinnamon stick 1 Lightly grease a 20cm (base measurement) pie dish. 2 Place the flours, sugar, salt and butter in the bowl of a food processor and process until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add the egg yolk and enough iced water to make the pastry just start to come together. Knead briefly…

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While teaching happiness and wellbeing at Yale University in the US, Dr Laurie Santos was becoming aware that a large number of her students were exhibiting high degrees of stress, anxiety and depression. These negative feelings were related to the pressure of the students’ courses and the need to get good marks to get into top universities for postgraduate work. Striving to secure their future success was conflicting with time for personal interests and relationships. So Laurie developed the course Psychology and the Good Life, later to be named The Science of Wellbeing. She expected around 120 students might join the course, and was dazzled when 1200, close to 25 per cent of the Yale undergraduate community, enrolled. Since then, this has become one of the most famous intervention programmes…

You will need • Photos (we used pics measuring 7.5cm wide x 10cm long)• Paintbrush and paint in various colours. We used Resene Noir, Silver Chalice and Eighth Bokara Grey• 50cm length wooden dowel• Compass, pencil and ruler• A4 piece of hard cardboard• Craft knife• Rolling pin• White baking clay (or air-drying clay)• Wooden skewer and toothpicks• Fine art brush• 4 small, round wooden beads• Hemp cord in black (or similar)• Glue• Resene Washi tape STEP 1 Paint wooden dowel with two coats of your chosen colour (we used Resene Noir). Leave to dry between coats. STEP 2 Using a compass and pencil, measure and draw an 8.5cm-diameter semicircle on the base of cardboard. Also draw a leaf shape, 7.5cm long. Cut out both shapes with a craft knife. These…

• I was born in Western Australia, but started my career in Sydney • My movie hero was dancer Gene Kelly and as a teenager I choreographed a dance routine involving 60 pupils from an all-boys’ school, which won a national competition • I had a small role in Home and Away • As a child, I was a very talented chess player, winning numerous tournaments, and at one stage I was planning on directing a movie version of The Queen’s Gambit • I turned down the offer to play Batman in Batman Begins • I named my daughter Matilda, after Waltzing Matilda • My breakthrough role was in 1999, playing a character called Patrick Verona in a movie that was based on Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew • I…

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I had to laugh when I saw that the Department of Internal Affairs is to phase in new passports as the old stock runs out. The New Zealand passport is one of the most powerful in the world – seventh alongside the US and the United Kingdom. The rankings are assessed on how many countries allow visa-free entry with the passport and we’re allowed entry to 187 – of course, all bets are off with Covid travel restrictions. Still, when we are all finally able to make reservations without reservation, we’ll need our passports and if they have lapsed during the time of Covid, we may well be in line to get the new and improved model. Just to assuage any security concerns, the Department of Internal Affairs says the…

Sometimes novels about elderly people can veer towards the cutesy. Given that this is a cosy mystery, there seemed a definite risk of that. But The Thursday Murder Club is a gem – charming and funny, emotional and gritty, and barely ever cutesy at all. It is set at the Coopers Chase Retirement Village, an upmarket place for pensioners in a sleepy part of rural England, where there is more going on than you might imagine. A small group of residents has formed a secretive club. Each week, they meet in the Jigsaw Room, between art history and conversational French, to try and crack an unsolved crime. Elizabeth was once high up in espionage, Joyce was a nurse, Ibrahim possibly still is a psychiatrist and Ron was an infamous trade…

WHAT’S UP, IRIS? Fashion icon Iris Apfel, 99, makes sure the famous Looney Tune looks his best for Bugs Bunny Day. CUTE BUT NO KISS! Ryan Reynolds, 44, and Blake Lively, 33, left the kids at home for a date night at a Yankees baseball game in New York. Feeling stumped! Uma Thurman, 51, takes a tree break while shooting her new show Suspicion in New York. CLASS ACT Rachel Brosnahan, 30, hails a cab while filming The Marvelous Mrs Maisel in New York. FAMILY TRADITION Late model Anna Nicole Smith’s daughter Dannielynn, 14, and her dad Larry Birkhead, 48, coordinate in blue for their annual appearance at the Kentucky Derby. TINY RIDE Martha Stewart, 79, heads out for a day on the farm in her off-road buggy in Bedford,…

It’s been quite the time of birthdays for the youngsters in the royal family . In late April, adorable Prince Louis turned three and last week Princess Charlotte celebrated her sixth birthday , and Archie his second. The Cambridge birthdays also come as their mum and dad marked their 10th wedding anniversary and released a delightful video that provided a rare insight into their family . They all look so happy and I felt very nostalgic watching it – particularly as my daughter Madeline has just turned 18. People always told me that the hands-on parenting years would fly by and it definitely feels significant for me because she’s the youngest of my four children. She and 19-year-old Malachy still live at home while they’re studying at university (not that…

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex has a new string to add to her bow – children’s book author. The former actress has written a picture book called The Bench, which was inspired by her husband Prince Harry and their son Archie. Meghan, 39, says the book came about after she wrote a poem for Harry on Father’s Day the month after Archie was born. It explores the special bond between father and son as seen through a mother’s eyes. Meghan says the illustrations by Christian Robinson “capture the warmth, joy and comfort of the relationship between fathers and sons from all walks of life”. She adds, “My hope is that The Bench resonates with every family, no matter the makeup, as it does with mine.” The Bench will be published on…

Catherine Zeta-Jones says the secret to her long and happy marriage to Michael Douglas is simple – they have lots of fun together. The A-listers briefly separated in 2013, but No Reservations star Catherine, 51, says “with any relationship, it wouldn’t be normal if there weren’t ups and downs. The constant is love and respect. We’ve never, ever lost our sense of humour. We enjoy each other’s company.” The Welsh actress and Wall Street star Michael, 76, who tied the knot in 2000, have always spent a lot of time together. “Unlike so many couples, we’ve never had a nine-to-five job where it’s consistent,” says Catherine, mum to Dylan, 20, and Carys, 18. “We’re either on or we’re off. I’m working 16 hours a day or I’m not. He’s doing…

Almost like clockwork, every morning at 10.10am, Marilyn Pond felt like her body was ploughing through syrup. “For one week, at exactly the same time, down to the minute, I’d start slowing down until it felt like I was walking through treacle,” shares Marilyn. “Sometimes I couldn’t even get my feet to lift off the floor.” It’s just one of many physical challenges the 69-year-old Kiwi has had to deal with, living with Parkinson’s disease – sometimes she gets halfway through her grocery shopping before suddenly realising she can’t take one more step. When that happens, she calls on a loved-one to take her home. The disease, a disorder of the central nervous system which affects movement, is not something Marilyn ever dreamed she’d be diagnosed with. Growing up in…

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In kitchens across the land, vegetable peelings, fruit cores, meat bones and more are commonly discarded. But with all the fantastic seasonal produce available, it’s a shame to let any of it go to waste – especially when the leftover parts are often the most nutritious. Victoria Glass, author of Too Good to Waste, says it’s easier than you might think to reap the benefits. “Making small changes to how you approach leftovers, how you shop and how you prepare meals creates a huge difference. I want to inspire people to approach each ingredient as a whole.” NOURISH YOUR BRAIN WITH PUMPKIN SEEDS The seeds of pumpkin – plus squash and gourds – are packed with health-giving omega-3 fats. These essential fatty acids help feed your brain to…

Thanks to Covid, many people have turned the spare bedroom into an office. But what happens when you get greedy and want the master suite, too... Throwing shade! I hope you won’t mind my involving you in a recent marital dispute. We should be open about these things. New generations need to know that even successful marriages must endure constant disagreement. Couples who say they never argue are either the lucky one per cent or have a PR firm working for them. Anyway, onto the dispute. We’ve downsized to a small cottage, which is plain in every respect but one. It has a stupendous view. This view, out to sea, is available only from the living room and our tiny master bedroom. Honestly, it’s to die for, which I nearly…

When wanting to do small painting jobs inside the house, don’t carry a tin of paint around. Use an old cup – preferably with a handle. Mix the paint in the tin, then pour a small amount of it into the cup. Now you can carry the paint around easily without risk of spilling it. This method also ensures that too much air is not let into the tin. – Piglet, Feilding Paint rollers are wonderful for doing a quick and efficient job, but often they are difficult to clean. The best method is to just keep working the roller backwards and forwards on sheets of newspaper until all paint is removed. Give roller a final wash and it will then be ready for the next painting session. – Turpy,…

TAURUS Apr 21 – May 21 You will recognise that there is nothing more you can do in a current situation and it is time to walk away. This is not failure – this is being sensible, and preserving your energies and resources. Someone else has the expertise to help; let them do just that. There is a social gathering that you will look forward to over the weekend, catching up with people you have not seen in a while. GEMINI May 22 – Jun 21 You have high levels of energy, which is most welcome because you need an extra boost for what you have planned. You need to complete a project and carry something through to its conclusion. You’ll be amazed at how receptive people will be. If…

With his spiky peroxide hair and studded leather gloves, ’80s music legend Billy Idol has punk-rocked his way into the new millennium – but he’s just a big softie when it comes to his granddaughter Poppy Rebel. In fact, the White Wedding singer, 65, is so smitten, he can’t stop posting photos of her on social media! Billy’s daughter Bonnie Blue, 31, gave birth to his first grandchild in May last year, giving her a middle name in homage to Billy’s song Rebel Yell. And, like her famous granddad, the one-year-old clearly has a penchant for the limelight, posing happily in an array of cute outfits – bonnets and sunglasses included! Giving a nod to her punk-rock roots, the youngster also has a few head-to-toe black costumes. Billy, who documented…

She’s not a working royal and doesn’t have a title, but Zara Tindall’s husband Mike clearly thinks his wife is the royal family’s warrior princess. The former rugby star hailed his wife as a “warrior” for the way she gave birth to their son Lucas Philip Tindall on their bathroom floor. Zara, who recently made her first public appearance with six-week-old Lucas at an equestrian competition, had her third child at home after running out of time to get to the hospital. The Queen’s granddaughter had been having contractions through the night and so they arranged for someone to care for their older children, Mia, seven, and Lena, two. Mike explains that her labour was faster than they anticipated and Zara’s best friend Dolly Maude, who was at their home…

It seems like hardly any time at all has passed since Kate stood on the steps of St Mary’s Hospital in London with her newborn daughter Charlotte in her arms. But the youngster, known as Lottie to her family, has just turned six and following on in the tradition Kate started with eldest son George, the proud mum has released a photo she took of her middle child to mark the occasion. In the picture, Charlotte – whose birthday was on May 2 – is sporting a big smile and longer hair than we’ve previously seen. Unlike some family snaps, which are not released for weeks or even months, the photo was taken just days before Charlotte celebrated her birthday.…

‘It’s a piece of cake going to work and being Fiz – even if I have to be crying non-stop every day’ When Jennie McAlpine auditioned to play unruly teenager Fiz Brown in Coronation Street, she didn’t think she had much chance of getting the job. Two days earlier, she’d dislocated her shoulder in a fall and she had to do the audition with her arm in a sling. To her great delight, the 17-year-old got the part and she didn’t mind that she was only scheduled to appear for five episodes. But she made such an impression as the fiery redhead that the producers extended her storyline and now she’s just celebrated her 20th anniversary on the show. “I can’t quite believe that I’ve been pretending to be Fiz…

‘The fact that it’s all Ma- ori characters... There’s an appetite for different voices’ It’s no secret there’s been a long, hard battle in Hollywood for women to get the recognition and roles they deserve – and here in Aotearoa women in film have been fighting a similar battle. Two New Zealanders at the forefront of that movement are co-producers Ainsley Gardiner, 47, and Georgina Conder, 42 – and this year they, too, have scored a major win for women with the release of their film Cousins. As they chat to the Weekly, there’s a refreshing familiarity and humour between the pair. They’re like family – a fact confirmed when Ainsley mentions her eldest daughter is currently staying with Georgina. “She behaves better with George,” she says with a laugh.…

There’s nothing like a long solo drive on a crisp autumn day to have you indulging in a bit of reflection. I had scooted out of the house at the crack of midday, dropped in at the cake shop to pick up a ridiculous confection that shouted “Happy Birthday!” in caramel sponge and chocolate, swung by the supermarket to stuff bottles of bubbly between ice packs in the chiller bag in my boot (terrible to arrive with warm wine) and headed three hours south to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. Before becoming a mother, you assume birthdays are all about you. A new bike, a year older, a party with your name in the song, your special day. Quite right – this is exactly how we want you to read it...…

Choc-peppermint cookies PREP + COOK TIME 1¼ HOURS (+ REFRIGERATION, COOLING & STANDING) MAKES 30 You will need a 4.5cm round fluted cutter for this recipe 100g butter, softened ½ cup (110g) caster sugar 1 egg yolk 1 cup (150g) plain flour 1½ tbsp Dutch-processed cocoa 300g dark (semi-sweet) chocolate, coarsely chopped 3 tsp vegetable oil PEPPERMINT ICING 1½ cups (240g) icing sugar ¼ tsp peppermint essence 1 tbsp hot water 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease two large oven trays and line with baking paper. 2 Beat the butter and sugar in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth. Beat in the egg yolk until well combined. Stir in sifted flour and cocoa to form a soft dough. Shape into a disc and enclose in cling film; refrigerate…

1 What two animals are depicted on Australia’s Commonwealth Coat of Arms? A. Koala and emu B. Koala and kangaroo C. Dingo and wombat D. Kangaroo and emu 2 Which TV soap is set in the fictional town of Summer Bay? 3 Which author and feminist wrote The Female Eunuch? 4 What is the population of Australia? A. 19 million B. 23 million C. 25 million D. 27 million 5 Why did Australian Prime Minister Harold Holt make worldwide headlines on December 17, 1967? 6 Only one of these Aussie movie stars was actually born in Australia. Which one? A. Russell Crowe B. Cate Blanchett C. Mel Gibson D. Nicole Kidman 7 Michael Hutchence was the lead singer of which band? 8 Which Australian geographical feature can be seen from…

POLICING BACK IN THE DAY He was only a young constable and the whole situation became most embarrassing when he was detailed to catch a belligerent culprit who had found her way into a suburban car park, frightening shoppers with her bewildering, and apparently bewildered, behaviour. Finally the capture was made and the question arose as to what to do with her. Nothing for it but to manhandle her into the boot of the car, which the young man did – she protesting violently all the while and continuing in no uncertain terms when the lid was dropped. Off they drove, accompanied by indignant complaints from the boot that grew louder each time traffic lights halted their way. Other motorists began to lean out of their cars, obviously puzzled as…

Many column inches have been devoted to bedtime advice. Much angst has been shared between mothers and fathers who have been broken by the simple task of letting nature supposedly take its course when it comes to sleep. A wine industry has been supported. I have new advice. Though it’s too late for me, hopefully you can learn from my mistakes. When it comes to bedtime, my beloved does the lion’s share of the work. Our daughters are 10 and eight. By the time I arrive home, they are clean-ish, calm-ish and reading their books. A testimony to their mum’s parenting skill. They’ll both be in Mum and Dad’s bed. A plus because you can interact with both of them at the same time; a minus because you have to…

NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THIS ABOUT ME, BUT I’M VERY GOOD AT… Burping! It’s my one true talent. IF I COULD PASS ANY LAW, IT WOULD BE… Housing as a human right, not a commodity. We need to do better. MY COMFORT FOOD IS… Food. Fullstop. MY GREATEST WEAKNESS IS… A warm, cosy bed on a cold morning. Just five more minutes, okay? THE SHOW I AM BINGEING RIGHT NOW IS… The Sopranos. I never saw it when it came out, so I’m catching up. WHEN I WAS A CHILD, I WANTED TO GROW UP AND … Be a special guest star on The Muppet Show! Or to be Wonder Woman. So far, no dice. THE TWO RADIO STATIONS I LISTEN TO THE MOST ARE… RNZ and the…

He is an English TV presenter and producer, best known for appearing on comedy quiz shows. This is his first novel and the film rights have already been snapped up by Steven Spielberg. This novel was inspired by… I was visiting a relative who lives in a beautiful retirement community in the heart of the British countryside. Suddenly, I thought, ‘Well, this would be an amazing place for a murder.’ Looking round at the residents, these incredible people who had led incredible lives, I had another thought. If there was a murder here, I bet this lot would solve it. The most challenging thing about writing it was… This book is the proudest, and hardest, creative achievement of my life. Sitting here, halfway through a sequel, I can’t begin to…