Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 30, 2021 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

Between the Euro 2020 football final and Wimbledon, it has been a big week for British sport and its dedicated patrons, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. As patron of All England Lawn Tennis Club, Catherine, 39, has been in frequent attendance at the tournament with a variety of royal friends and family, but she brought along the most special guest of all, her husband Prince William, 39, for the women’s final. The couple looked more in love than ever as they soaked up the excitement of the match, where Australian Ashleigh Barty triumphed over Czech Karolína Plíšková in three nail-biting sets. It was an emotional moment for the 25-year-old, who is the first Australian woman to win the prestigious competition since Evonne Goolagong Cawley won in 1980. Through tears,…

It might be seven years since Zara’s husband stopped playing rugby, but the former centre is still a force to be reckoned with, as a couple of English football fans discovered. The pair got into a punch-up during the Euro 2020 final at Wembley Stadium and it was Mike, who was there watching the game with Zara, who stepped in to break them up. A witness says the Tindalls – who were not seated in the royal box, but in the stands – got caught up in scenes of “absolute mayhem” after fighting broke out between spectators. The insider says, “Tensions had got a bit heated near to where Zara and Mike were sitting. Two fans ended up in a punch-up and Mike pulled them apart before stewards could get…

This year, instead of the traditional solo flag bearer leading our champions into the Olympic stadium, two athletes have been chosen to proudly wave the national banner. Black Ferns captain Sarah Hirini, 28, is only the third woman to be named as flag bearer for a Summer Games, and shares that representing the “New Zealand team at the Opening Ceremony is such a huge honour”. By her side will be two-time Olympic gold medallist Hamish Bond, 35, who feels privileged to be a part of this great legacy. “If you look back on the people who have been our flag bearers over the years, it’s a pretty amazing bunch of athletes, so to be bestowed this opportunity is really special to me,” he says.…

Scarlett Johansson has been voted Sexiest Woman Alive… twice! Now the soon-to-be mum-of-two is finding joy in not being celebrated as a sex symbol. The Oscar-nominated actress, currently starring in the movie Black Widow, has confessed that playing the Marvel Universe character Natasha Romanov has been one of her most empowering roles ever. Instead of trading on her looks, Black Widow Natasha is a martial arts expert, a merciless fighter and a super-sleuthing spy – something Scarlett hopes will inspire all women, including her daughter Rose. “It’s so, so different than when I was growing up,” shares Scarlett. “There really weren’t any super heroines in this genre to point to and it’s just amazing.” In addition to six-year-old Rose, who she shares with her second husband Romain Dauriac, Scarlett has…

There was a time, adjusting to solo motherhood while grappling with depression, unaddressed grief and family turmoil, that Pania Te Paiho felt her only reason to live was her children. But after turning her life around through learning to hunt, the 38-year-old Kiwi mum has found her purpose – helping other women rise above their lows through empowering, bonding and healing hunting trips. ‘I saw the benefits of the freezer being filled and the exercise value’ “The peacefulness and having to be present is so powerful,” says Pania about the weekend trips she hosts through Wahine Toa Hunting. “As women, we juggle so much, but going into the bush and hunting, you have to be 100% present – listen, smell, feel, look. You can’t be thinking about the school run,…

Basic pancakes PREP & COOK TIME 20 MINS SERVES 4 Beat 4 eggs and 2 tablespoons caster sugar in a small bowl with an electric mixer until thick. Stir in 1½ cups buttermilk and 50g melted butter. Sift 1½ cups self-raising flour into a large bowl, then whisk in the egg mixture until smooth. Stand batter for 15 minutes. Heat a heavy-based medium frying pan over medium heat. Brush pan with a little melted butter. Pour ¼ cup of batter into pan and cook for 2 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface. Turn pancake and cook for a further 2 minutes or until browned lightly. Remove from pan, covering to keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter and more melted butter. Drizzle with ½ cup maple syrup. Strawberries &…

OFFICE SMARTS This rich chocolate-hued dress has a fuller skirt, so it’ll glide over curves instead of hugging them. Swap the knit belt for a chunky velvet one for ’70s style. EVENT CHIC Pair a cropped blazer with an A-line dress for a flattering look. This lilac bouclé jacket would be a timeless addition to any wardrobe. CITY SLICKER Style a dress for casual wear by adding a funky high-top sneaker. A trench coat is a fabulous piece that will take you into the warmer months. URBAN APPAREL Puffer jackets tend to be oversized, but this one is bomber length. Tan accessories complete this street-friendly outfit with a timeless neutral touch.…

Steal this style This idea for a DIY monochrome wall was inspired by the contemporary, pared-back Scandinavian style. The black-and-white colour palette offers a sense of sophistication and simplicity. Less is more. When using a monochrome scheme as the basis for your room decor, prevent it from looking bland by introducing one other colour, and pops of texture and interesting detail. You can do this using textural ceramics, upholstered dining chairs, dramatic floor rugs, greenery and oversized artwork displays. Giving a nod to the Scandinavian theme, the Copenhagen print is the hero centrepiece in this room. Fabric artwork You will need • A4 frame • 50cm-length of patterned fabric • Scissors • Hot-glue gun 1 Remove the backing of the frame and place on a table. 2 Select a section…

• I am an Olympic gold medallist. I also won three Commonwealth Games medals • Growing up in the Auckland suburb of Manurewa, my first love was tennis and I didn’t focus seriously on my chosen sport until I was 19 • After my retirement from top-level sport, I ran an equestrian supply shop • I was voted New Zealand’s Sportsman of the Decade in the 1970s • I was a long-serving local body politician, eventually retiring from public life in 2019 • In 2009, I was knighted for services to sport and the community • I was the first person in the world to run a mile in less than three minutes and 50 seconds, and to run 100 sub-four minute miles • I had an intense rivalry with…

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CANCER Jun 22 – Jul 23 Singles are attracting some very different people into their lives and it’s about time, too! They will be more in line with how you live your life. If partnered, these newcomers come to you in the form of colleagues and friends, and for everyone, it is refreshing and interesting. For once, when you speak, others are nodding their heads in agreement. Kindred spirits! If you are thinking of a new job, this is the week to start looking. LEO Jul 24 – Aug 23 Ambition can rule your life, but you can still enjoy the simple things such as spending time with family and friends. If you’re happy to focus purely on the goals, you’ll succeed – and quickly. If you take a more…

While reading some novels, you feel as if you are right there, living through it all with the characters. This one was more like watching from a slight distance. That’s not a criticism exactly, but The Vixen wasn’t always completely involving. Set in the early 1950s, this is a story that blends fact and fiction. Its narrator Simon Putnam is a young New Yorker, fresh out of university and trying to make his mark in book publishing. Simon loves his family but is ashamed of where he comes from. He doesn’t want his new colleagues to know he’s an ordinary Jewish kid who grew up on Coney Island. And he certainly can’t have anyone find out that his mother once knew the infamous Ethel Rosenberg who, along with her husband…

Although it is only five years since the last Summer Olympics, it seems much longer because of Covid, which means for the Weekly staff, the excitement has only grown stronger! It has been a long road for our stellar athletes, and I’m sure they’ve had many ups and downs along the way. With no crowds cheering them on in person, we can all show them our support from our screens in New Zealand. On page 12, we highlight just a few of the women who will be representing our country, as well as some insider details about what we can expect. As someone who has never remotely excelled at anything sports-related, I admire them all the more and believe it’s a real achievement to even be selected for the Games…

Baby, she was born to ride! The Olympics are getting an extra hit of star-power this year, with Bruce Springsteen’s daughter Jessica competing as an equestrian. The 29-year-old, along with her horse Don Juan van de Donkhoeve, is competing in the US jumping team in Tokyo. And while her famous parents, Dancing in the Dark singer Bruce, 71, and bandmate Patti Scialfa, 67, won’t be allowed into the stadium due to Covid restrictions, they will be cheering her on from afar. “They’re the best supporters,” says Jessica, the second of the couple’s three children. “They’re always happy, no matter how I do, which is nice.” Jessica took up riding as a youngster and the horse lover says she’s been dreaming of going to the Olympics “since I can remember”. Adds…

The Olympic village in Tokyo will look very different to those in previous years. According to NZ Teams Chef de Mission Rob Waddell, even though the competitions won’t be affected, the Covid restrictions will create a drastically different experience for the athletes. “Watching at home, the competition will be as amazing as always. Off the field of play, however, things will be different,” Rob shares. “There will be social distancing, daily Covid testing, and temperature checks on entry to village and venues. There will also be plexiglass partitions in the dining hall and gyms.” While Rob and the rest of the New Zealand Olympic team are making sure our athletes stay physically well, they are supporting their mental health, too. “We have a fantastic psych and wellness team that work…

With her big brown eyes and cherubic smile, it’s easy to see why little Emiliana Tikao is the apple of her parents’ eyes. It’s been a year since Coast Night Show host Jason Tikao and wife Amy welcomed their “bubs”, as they affectionately call her, and although the road to parenthood wasn’t easy, it was worth every moment. “For me, being a mum is what I was meant to do with life,” Amy enthuses. “I love being a little person’s whole world. It’s hard but it’s just so rewarding.” When the Weekly arrives at the family’s home on Auckland’s North Shore, the proud parents are surprised when Emiliana becomes suddenly shy. But after a cuddle with Mum and a bit of food, the toddler quickly charms the whole team. In…

It was a sunny day in Rotorua as Ihakara Masoe dropped to one knee with 25 of Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s newest recruits lined up behind him. In the backdrop, a large banner hung from the top of the National Training Centre displaying the words, “Bailey will you marry me?” Bailey Coburn, his pregnant partner of four years, stood bewildered before quickly accepting Ihakara’s proposal, which took place during his fire service graduation. “I knew the proposal was coming, but I hadn’t expected it then and there!” laughs the expectant mum, 25, who is 39 weeks’ pregnant with a baby boy. “None of our families knew either. Ihakara had asked for my dad’s permission last year, but no one knew it was happening on that day. I was in…

Chocolate-chip cookies PREP + COOK TIME 30 MINS (+ cooling) MAKES 44 250g butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¾ cup (165g) caster sugar ¾ cup (165g) brown sugar, firmly packed 1 egg 2¼ cups (335g) plain flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 375g dark chocolate melts, coarsely chopped 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease three oven trays; line with baking paper. 2 Beat butter, vanilla, both sugars and egg in a small bowl with an electric mixer until pale and fluffy. Transfer mixture to a large bowl and stir in sifted flour and soda, in two batches, until mixture is smooth. Stir in chocolate. 3 Roll tablespoons of mixture into balls and place 5cm apart on trays. 4 For a chewier cookie, bake for 12 minutes or 14 minutes for…

Bloating In healthy people, FODMAPs are absorbed through the lining of the small intestine. When an individual has difficulty with this, the FODMAPs pass to the large intestine, where the resident bacteria cause them to ferment. This fermentation produces hydrogen or methane, which accumulates in “pockets” instead of being distributed throughout the colon, causing bloating. Diarrhoea and/or constipation Diarrhoea is caused either when an excess of liquid enters the bowel, or when food moves through the bowel too quickly for the water in the food to be absorbed. (This “drying-out” mechanism may also be hindered by inflammation of the colon.) Constipation, on the other hand, is caused either by a lack of liquid in the bowel, or when the matter in the bowel becomes too dry because the contents of…

Kids and adults will delight in this brilliant blanket. With a little knitting know-how under your belt, you can easily work each of the patterned squares – made in stocking stitch, moss stitch, striped and ridged patterns, and garter stitch – all in hardwearing acrylic 8 ply. So whether it ends up being the roof of a cubby house on a wet day or tucked up around your knees as you curl up on the couch, this throw will be a family favourite. EASY KNITTING Measurements (approx) 100cm x 140cm Gather your supplies: • 8 ply (100g): 2 balls Gold 1 ball each of White, Sky, Lilac, Cloud, Orange, Fuchsia, Emerald, Claret, Jungle, Silver and Rose • 1 pair 8mm knitting needles • Yarn needle Top tip Mix and match…

I’m far from the ideal spouse, but I could be considered a desirable partner in one respect. I’m that rare guy who enjoys going out with my wife to buy her new fashion outfits. I like to join in on the fun. “You can encourage, you can advise, but you’re not equals in the process” Now you’ve picked yourself up off the floor, let me explain why. I find buying clothes for myself unrewarding. I get little joy from gazing at my 72-year-old self in the mirror, even in the finest of clothes. Tidy with no stains is all I now aspire to. This week, I bought a couple of pairs of trackies. That should say it all! But I reckon my wife still looks terrific. So I’d rather be…

A WOMAN OF MANY TALENTS • Winning letter The Weekly is my favourite magazine. Cover girl Melissa Stokes (NZWW, July 5) is a lovely lady and always seems so serene, so it was interesting to read she has had anxiety in the past. Her son has ADHD and the help he gets from an occupational therapist has been amazing. He now loves life and going to school. My daughter is an occupational therapist, so I’ll tell her all about it. To see Melissa ride a unicycle was a surprise! Marionn…

Last Saturday was a big day, a tiring day, a full-on day. As the temperature dropped with the light, some hours after sunset, I took a sip of my well-earned beer. But was it? Well-earned, that is. At the time, it certainly felt so – my body was telling me it had worked hard and needed rest and recuperation. I’d been going since early morning and had toiled well beyond the eight-hour day commonly achieved by achievers. But as I reflect on the day’s events, I have reason to doubt the deservedness of that beverage. Yes, I had remained awake for well over 12 hours, consecutively, but beyond that, the only other real accomplishment had been standing. I’d been working on a TV shoot. Non-glamorous, as most are, and only…

At 74, she’s had a long career writing novels and nonfiction, publishing 50 books as well as essays, reviews and columns. Today, she lives about three hours from New York and teaches literature at a college. This novel was inspired by… My years-long desire to write something about the 1953 Ethel and Julius Rosenberg espionage case. My mother was a high-school friend of Ethel Rosenberg, so the execution was a very sad event for my family. The most challenging thing about writing it was... As always, finding the “voice” in which to write. My narrator’s point of view kept seeming off – stiff and unnatural – until I was able to write the first chapter, the scene in which he and his family are watching TV in June 1953, and…

It was a meeting of British institutions when Queen Elizabeth II visited the famous cobblestones of Coronation Street last week to mark the show’s 60th anniversary. As she arrived on the set, her first visit since she and the late Prince Philip went in 1982, the Queen was greeted by four of the most beloved actors on the soap, William Roache, who plays Ken Barlow, Barbara Knox, 87, who plays Rita, Sue Nicholls, 77, who plays Audrey and Helen Worth, 70, who plays Gail Platt. Between the four of them, they have clocked up more than 200 years on set. The Queen, 95, has great respect for the programme’s incredible achievement and described the long-running series as “part of the fabric” of British society. William, 89, who holds the world…

In Bridget Jones’s Diary, she had to choose between lovable rogue Daniel Cleaver and dependable Mark Darcy – but off screen there’s no such torment for Renée Zellweger. The Judy star has fallen headlong in love with British TV host Ant Anstead and, as our photos show, the couple can’t keep their lips off each other! Insiders say the pair met on the set of Ant’s Discovery+ show Celebrity IOU Joyride in June and sparks flew instantly. “Renée is head-over-heels in love,” says a source close to the Oscar winner. “She thinks this is the real deal. She’s never been happier.” The besotted duo have been spotted packing in the PDA several times in recent weeks, including a July 4 bike ride during which dad-of-three Ant leaned over to nuzzle…

After the Olympic Games was delayed due to the Covid pandemic, our nation’s greatest athletes put their dreams of glory on hold, not knowing when or if they would get their shot. Now, with an extra year of training under their belts, New Zealand’s largest-ever Olympic team is more than ready to bring home the medals. In this Olympic special, we look at some of the inspiring Kiwi women who are competing for a place on the podium. From the highly decorated to first-time Olympians, to how Covid will change the competition, the Weekly has all you need to know about an Olympic Games like no other. VALERIE ADAMS SHOT PUTTER Shot put queen Dame Valerie Adams has already competed at an impressive four Olympics, but her fifth – in…

With only a three-hour time difference between Tokyo and New Zealand, Kiwis will easily be able to watch all the action. And this year, Sky and TVNZ are partnering to ensure that every Kiwi can support our athletes. It all kicks off on July 23, with the spectacular Opening Ceremony airing at 10.15pm on TVNZ 1 and 10.30pm on Sky, and will air midday to 2am every day on both networks until the competition ends on August 8. As the Official Broadcaster of the 2020 Toyko Olympics in New Zealand, Sky has 12 channels dedicated to covering every moment of action, as well as streaming options on Sky Go and the Sky Olympic Video Player app. Free-to-air watchers can tune into TVNZ 1’s coverage every day, pausing only for the…

Beef shiraz pies MAKES 6 PREP + COOK TLME 3 HOURS (+ COOLING & REFRIGERATION) 750g beef chuck steak, coarsely chopped 2 tablespoons plain flour ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 medium carrot, finely chopped 2 stalks celery, trimmed, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed ¾ cup (125ml) dry red wine ½ cup (125ml) beef stock 410g canned diced tomatoes 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves 1 egg, lightly beaten SOUR CREAM PASTRY 2¼ cups (335g) plain flour 125g cold butter, coarsely chopped ½ cup (120g) sour cream 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Oil a six-hole (¾-cup/180ml) Texas muffin pan. 2 Toss beef in flour, shaking off the excess. Heat half of the oil in a large frying pan. Cook beef in batches until browned. Transfer…

THE BEST WATER (1) Tanologist Vegan Self Tan Water – Medium, $43 Been burned by orange palms one too many times? Keep your hands out of the equation with a tanning water instead. Great for sensitive skin types, mist onto skin and blend with a mitt. This noncomedogenic formula is lightweight and won’t clog pores, so can be used on both face and body. THE BEST MILK (2) Bondi Sands Everyday Gradual Tanning Milk, $17.99 Got skin that sits toward the sensitive, dry side? A moisturising milk will be your best ally. Loaded with gloss-boosting shea butter and calming aloe vera, it’s fuss-free and will leave your colour looking flawless. THE BEST FOAM (3) Le Tan Uber Stay Glow Foamed Oil Self Tanning Foam Green Base, $24.99 If you’re after…

Stretch out tension… Re-engage your posture first thing in the morning to quickly readjust your muscles and pull everything back into place: • Stand with feet hip-width apart and arms by your sides. Imagine you have a piece of string from the top of your head pulling you up to the ceiling, so you lift your entire body, making it as tall as possible but still keeping your feet firmly placed on the floor. • Keep your tummy muscles pulled in tight and take a deep breath in. As you inhale, raise both your arms directly above your head and gently clasp your hands, then very slightly bend your upper body to the right; hold for a couple of seconds, then return to the other side, while taking deep breaths…

Here’s a thing we couldn’t have imagined in our pre-Covid lives – “vaccine envy”. Who saw this coming? Jealous of the neighbour’s new ride-on-mower, sure, I get that – I want one and I’ve barely got a lawn. Or a tinge green-eyed about someone’s holiday photos or first prize in the raffl e draw. In these moments, I think we all allow ourselves a tiny moment of “really happy for you, but what about me?” And there are higher stakes involved in getting the vaccination call up. Not to downplay the joy you can get from a ride-on-mower, but that’s more of a labour-saver than lifesaver. Once the travel bubble opened with Australia, a bunch of us felt our anxiety levels rise at the increased opportunity for that tricky virus…

I’ve always thought getting out of your comfort zone is a good idea, especially as you get older. And by that, I don’t mean doing things you really don’t want to do. One of the great joys of ageing, as my friends and I have discovered, is that you can say no to people without apology and without guilt. What on earth is the point of having lived 50-plus years on the planet if you can’t say no from time to time? My friends have really become quite firm. No, I don’t want to be on a fund-raising committee – I’ve spent 30 years raising money for charitable causes and I want to spend my spare time playing bridge, for example. No, I don’t want to get dressed up in…

THE SONG I LISTEN TO WHEN I NEED A PICK-ME-UP IS… Bella Ciao! It’s a traditional Italian folk song. It has such a great energy. I can listen and listen... MY COMFORT FOOD IS… Pizza. I can start my day and finish it with pizza. THE BEST THING MY PARENTS TAUGHT ME WAS… Kindness. We all face difficult times in life and when we meet someone, we don’t know what that person is going through. They might smile but inside they might be emotionally broken. That’s why I believe it’s important to be kind in our judgement. MY GREATEST WEAKNESS IS… I love bread! I don’t know if this is a weakness, but bread is so tasty, especially Italian bread like ciabatta – it’s so savoury-aromatic. Just delicious! MY FAVOURITE…

Carrie on, girls! And just like that… they’re back together. All was right in the world as Sarah Jessica Parker (right), 56, Cynthia Nixon, 55, and Kristin Davis (left), 56, put on their fashionable duds and pounded the pavement in New York City. It was the first week of filming for Sex and the City’s highly anticipated reboot, which follows the three pals as they navigate life and love in their 50s. Who’s that girl? She’s one of the greatest song writers of all time, but even Madonna, 62, gets writer’s block sometimes. Currently working alongside The Girl on the Train screenwriter Erin Wilson on a biopic of her life, Madonna took a break to find some inspiration. Suck it up Nicky Hilton Rothschild, 37, keeps her cool as she…