Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 23, 2023 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

Royal update He knows only too well what it’s like to be born into the privilege of royalty, and the responsibilities and restrictions that come with it. Which is why the King wants his grandchildren, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, to grow up as normal as possible so they avoid making errors he made, according to a royal expert. In TV documentary The Fab Five: The King’s Grandchildren, professor of modern history Chandrika Kaul says the newly crowned Monarch wants nothing more than for George, nine, Charlotte, eight, and Louis, five, to have the confidence to go after what they want. Chandrika says, “I think King Charles is very keen that his grandchildren don’t make the mistakes that I think he feels he made, particularly when it came…

The wrap up... Priscilla Presley has settled her lawsuit against her granddaughter Riley Keough, but insiders say she didn’t get everything she wanted. Priscilla’s daughter Lisa Marie died of a heart attack in January this year, aged 54, and soon after, Priscilla, 77, launched legal proceedings in a bid to wrestle back control of Elvis’ empire. According to insiders, in addition to having more say over the family trust, the actress was hoping she would be given permission to one day be buried at Graceland, with her late ex-husband Elvis Presley and daughter. “Although I don’t plan on going anytime soon, it is my wish to be laid to rest with my daughter and the love of my life,” she said at the time. Insiders, however, say Priscilla’s burial request…

Melodie Robinson doesn’t do things by halves. It was her 50th birthday last week and there was no easing quietly into the new decade for the former Black Fern. Instead, she celebrated the milestone occasion with an epic birthday bash. “It was awesome,” says the former sports presenter and journalist, who is now TVNZ’s general manager of sports and events. “We had such a good time, but I still managed to make it to work two days later!” Her husband, former golf pro turned coach Marcus Wheelhouse, turned 50 a couple of weeks earlier, so instead of separate parties, they had a joint “100th”, which kicked off with a series of games, dreamed up by Melodie and her best friend Nevak Rogers, TVNZ’s Acting Director of Content. TV presenter Stacey…

When Margaret Richardson packed up her life on a South African farm and immigrated to New Zealand at age 69, people commented, “How can you do this at your age?” With a polite smile, she would tell them, “It’s the last great adventure of my life.” There was, however, one more adventure to be had. Two years ago, at the age of 86, Margaret fulfilled a long-held dream to start a business and open a hand-dyed knitwear store. “The only things I brought over to New Zealand were the mohair for knitting and my stainless steel vats from the farm [which used to hold cattle semen], packed with inks and dyes,” tells Margaret, who initially settled on a lifestyle block near Hokitika with her late husband Jimmy. “We moved up…

Home 1 Sheepskin rug $179 Wilson & Dorset. 2 Throw $24 Kmart. 3 Sheepskin cushion $159 Nood. 4 Shearling robe $139.90 Wallace Cotton. 5 Pet bed $18 Kmart. 6 Six Barrel Soda Lemon Honey Ginger Syrup $22.50 from shop.yourhomeandgarden.co.nz. 7 Faux fur throw $39 The Warehouse. 8 Stem Homestore café press mug $45.90 shop.yourhomeandgarden.co.nz. 9 Living & Co draught stopper $15 The Warehouse. 10 Bouclé ottoman $159.95 Mocka. 11 Bouclé cushion $99 millo.co.nz. 12 Velvet cushion cover $24.95 Mocka. 13 Ridge candles $29.90 each Seed Heritage. 14 Frankie and Rose Candle Co Dark Whiskey + Oak Candle $37.50 from shop.yourhomeandgarden.co.nz. 15 Nevé Wild Pine + Juniper Berry Candle $46 neve.co.nz Don’t forget your furry friend! Keep your pets warm and snug with a plush pet bed. For a multisensory experience,…

The beloved broadcaster’s reflections on life What do you make of dairies these days? Since the fatal stabbing of the Sandringham shopkeeper, I think we appreciate more the challenges of running a dairy and the risks facing those who work in them. Since I saw the brilliant Kiwi play Krishnan’s Dairy, I understand better what’s at stake for immigrants who invest in a dairy and what a tough, marginally profitable life it is. But it raises an issue with me. Why do people buy dairies then do so little with them? Does it all have to be about ciggies, vapes, lollies, milk and ice cream? Couldn’t they be more than just the place you pop into when you’re desperate? I’m not talking about mini-marts, superettes or 4 Squares. They do…

Letters to the Editor CROWNING GLORY ● Winning letter I just wanted to congratulate you all at the Weekly for your coronation collector’s issue (NZWW, May 22). Your publication is one of the few bright spots in a negative media world, and I look forward to it every week for clean, happy and reliable content. Despite the royals’ great wealth, your article on page 44 showed other values they hold dear: “The best way to get through to her pupil was not by raising her voice but by showing patience and understanding. Kindness is a value that has continued to be important for the now King.” In fact, in his first Christmas message as King, Charles III spoke about how everyone can make a difference in this world by the…

The mega-rich are different and their lives have long been fascinating to those of us who are not wealthy. What is it like to have more money than you know what to do with, especially if it has been inherited rather than earned yourself? This is what Pineapple Street is all about. On one level, it’s a light and sparkling read, but it’s also smart enough to ask a few questions about the society we live in, where a very small number of people have a very large amount of the wealth. The Stocktons are an old-money New York family and the story follows three of them. Darley is the eldest daughter, who knows how to behave in every situation and has never worried about money. Except suddenly it seems…

She’s a well-known and much-loved New Zealander who has competed (and won!) as a Black Fern, kept us informed as a sports broadcaster, broken glass ceilings in her career and even has a Barbie made in her likeness. And now Melodie Robinson has celebrated her big 5-0. It somehow doesn’t seem surprising that she even managed to pull out her party trick of dropping to the splits! She sees the milestone as something to be celebrated because there’s no point in wasting time worrying about how old she is while acknowledging that each year brings both its challenges as well as more richness. It’s a great philosophy about life, I think. In our Weekly People section, you’ll meet volunteer firefighter Thomas, who slipped while checking a water tank, severing his…

It’s well-known that Queen Camilla loves reading and encouraging others to lose themselves in a book. But what more people are realising is that she has a great sense of humour and an ability to poke fun at herself, as a bunch of schoolchildren discovered. At a visit to a school to launch her Coronation Libraries initiative, which will see more libraries and reading spaces included in schools, she watched on as the book Horrid Henry: The Queen’s Visit was read by its author Francesca Simon. The story ends with the character of the queen getting covered in mud and before starting, Francesca mentioned to Camilla, “It doesn’t end well. It ends badly for you.” Camilla joked, “I know what the ending is and you still have your head!” When…

She soared to fame as a Marilyn Monroe lookalike. Then, like Marilyn, she died in her prime from an accidental drug overdose. Now, a new Netflix documentary has revealed some of the lesser-known stories behind Anna Nicole Smith’s fame. “She was this icon of female perfection,” says the director of Anna Nicole Smith: You Don’t Know Me. “Throughout her life, she was just trying to be what she thought other people wanted her to be. I don’t know if Anna Nicole truly knew who she herself was.” In 1992, the blonde bombshell went from small-town fried chicken restaurant worker to Playboy centrefold. From there, she became the face of Guess jeans and appeared in movies like Naked Gun 33 1/3. Most of the world decided she was a golddigger when,…

Newshub Europe correspondent Lisette Reymer, 28, tells the Weekly from her flat in London’s East End why reporting on the King’s coronation was unforgettable. Lisette, tell us about the vibe in London on coronation day. It was such an amazing mix that was somewhere between the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and her funeral. The gravity of how many times have we witnessed this and how many times will we? But then it had the celebration aspect. We started the day outside Westminster Abbey, before heading down to The Mall with everybody running to see the King and Queen come out on the balcony once the barriers came down. That was the coolest thing to see… everyone sprinting a mile long in the rain to get underneath the balcony. It actually felt…

Cheat’s chicken ramen soup with soft eggs & crispy chicken skin SERVES 4 PREP + COOK TIME 30 MINUTES 1 rotisserie chicken1.5 litres water1 tablespoon finely grated ginger¼ cup (60ml) soy sauce4 spring onions, finely sliced2 eggs, at room temperature1 teaspoon each toasted white and black sesame seeds2 tablespoons white miso paste1 large courgette, shredded on a julienne peeler2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded on a julienne peeler2 x 150g packet instant ramen noodles1 tablespoon chilli oil 1 Remove skin and meat from the chicken and set aside. Place chicken carcass and bones in a large saucepan. Add water, ginger, soy and half the spring onions, placing over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes or until stock has reduced slightly. 2 Cook the eggs…

BATTLE DRESS A dress like this double-breasted waistcoat one in a crisp cotton blend can be worn multiple ways: layered over a simple top or knit, or open over trousers or jeans. Pop it over a mesh top as seen here, then team with socks, loafers and black accessories for a contemporary look. COMBAT CHIC Opt for a timeless military-inspired blazer, then stay on trend and style with wide-leg trousers. Keep your blouse understated – lace detailing here adds a point of difference. Tuck in the blouse, then add a belt. Accessories with utilitarian design elements tie the outfit together. FLIGHT READY A flight-inspired jumpsuit can be dressed up or down. Try rolling the sleeves, cuffing the legs or popping on a wide belt. Pair with a full-length faux fur…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED ● Scheepjes Chunky Monkey (100% acrylic, 100g/116m) ● 5 balls each of: Black (1002), Cream (1005) ● 2 balls each of: Hot Pink (1257), Neon Orange (1256), Amethyst (1432) ● 1 ball each of: Canary (2004), Baby Blue (1034) ● A 7mm crochet hook ● Stitch markers TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required. MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures approx 180cm x 110cm ABBREVIATIONS v-st (Tr, ch1, tr) in st/sp indicated; rs right side; ws wrong side TIPS Blanket is worked in rows throughout. Pattern works 2 rs rows followed by 2 ws rows for the v-st sections. At end of each row, place the live loop on a stitch marker. You will be directed to pick up the live…

Musings from our favourite Kiwi funnywoman It would appear that I may be – and I take little pleasure in this – becoming a Morning Person. Apologies, I guess, to the Morning People out there. It’s just that I come from a long line of Night Owls who stay up late talking and laughing, read books with a torch under the covers, haul duvets and pillows to couches to watch movies or leave the party to watch dawn rise out the taxi window. I cheerfully pulled all-nighters as a student essay-writer and almost as cheerfully as a single parent with a scriptwriting job. Tuck in the kid, write an episode, make the kid some breakfast. And possibly drag yourself through the day with little lustre, but comforted by the thought…

Reflections from a stand-up guy I hung a couple of pictures last weekend. No biggie. All in a day’s work for ’ol DIY Corby. No drama at all. And therein lay the problem: No drama. Nothing. Nobody noticed. There was no recognition. I don’t really expect anything from the kids – they have no appreciation of my levelling and hanging skills. It’s a world beyond comprehension for them. Perhaps in the future, when they come to suspend one of their own artworks from their own walls, they will think back and marvel at how their dad used to do it with only half a dozen swear words and a moderate mess. But from my betrothed? I expected more. After all, it was she who commissioned the job. Perhaps she’d given…

Big little bags! Reese Witherspoon’s lookalike daughter Ava Phillippe, 23, has bagged her mum’s beauty! She hit the streets of Los Angeles with a smile and shimmery shorts to do a spot of shopping. Great return When the cameras are rolling, nothing can separate The Great’s sweeping sweethearts Elle Fanning, 25, and Nicholas Hoult, 33. But behind the scenes of the royal rom-com, director Tony McNamara, 56, was rather getting in the way! THREE GEMS Brand ambassadors and Hollywood superstars (from left) Priyanka Chopra Jonas, 40, Anne Hathaway, 40, and Zendaya, 26, stole the spotlight at Bulgari’s jewellery show in Venice. Heel, Ozzy Twenty-five-year-old Paris Jackson’s pup Ozzy put all other celebrity bodyguards to shame on the red carpet of the Africa Outreach Project’s Block Party in Los Angeles. In…

The 11-year apprenticeship she served as Duchess of Cambridge stood her in good stead for her next position as Princess of Wales. Now, as she gives her all to her latest royal role, Princess Catherine is not only focusing on doing the best job she can with the extra responsibility she has taken on, but preparing for her next step up to Queen Consort. “Kate is very much a millennial queen-in-waiting who will continue to bring stability and continuity to the monarchy,” says royal author Katie Nicholls. “She is a huge asset to the family and no-one sees that more than the King. He absolutely recognises and appreciates what she brings.” Katie says one of the reasons Kate has won the admiration of not just senior royals like King Charles,…

Royal update The Queen’s former dresser and confidante Angela Kelly has a new home – but it has come at a price. Following the Queen’s death last year, Angela, 65, was asked to leave the grace-and-favour home she’d been allocated by her employer on the Windsor estate. The royal family has now offered her another free house in the north of England, but to get it she had to sign an agreement that gags her from talking about the royals. According to a palace insider, Angela, who worked for the royal family for 29 years, had to sign a nondisclosure agreement that prevents her from using the words “king” and “palace” for commercial purposes. She has already written two books about her work with Her Majesty, with the Queen’s permission,…

The wrap up... There’s a job to suit most people – and after being a bodybuilder, an actor and a US governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger has just got a new one: Chief Action Officer at Netflix! The former Mr Universe, 75, revealed his new post recently, saying, “No one loves action as much as I do. That’s why I’ve accepted a big new job.” It’s now Arnie’s task to oversee the action scenes of the streaming platform’s upcoming offerings and he’s even starring in a new Netflix series of his own called Fubar. Meanwhile, The Terminator star is also enjoying the gentler side of life. He was spotted out and about recently with girlfriend Heather Milligan, 48, a physical therapist.…

THE DUKE OF KENT Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, 87, made the line-up thanks to the fact he’s a working royal who has carried out thousands of engagements over many decades on behalf of Elizabeth II, and now represents the King. His father, Prince George, Duke of Kent, was the younger brother of the Queen’s father, George VI, and Edward was also related to Prince Philip through his mother, Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark. Philip and Marina’s fathers were brothers. Edward’s father died, aged 39, in a plane crash in Scotland in 1942 and Edward became Duke of Kent when he was six. By 16, he was carrying out official duties after his cousin Elizabeth became Queen. Edward served in the army for more than 20 years, during which…

December 30, 2022 started just like any other day for Lumsden farmer Thomas Hewitt. But everything changed in seconds when the volunteer firefighter slipped while checking a water tank, impaling his upper thigh on a metal fence post. “Initially, I was frustrated and annoyed I was injured,” recalls Thomas, 37. “Then I ripped my leg off this waratah [a temporary fencing post] and realised my femoral artery was severed and a good flow of blood was coming out.” With time crucial if he was to survive the life-threatening injury, it quickly dawned on Thomas he was going to have to save his own life. “I kicked into survival mode,” says Thomas, who’s first priority was to stem the bleeding with a makeshift tourniquet fashioned from the overalls he was wearing.…

If you have naturally curly hair, you know the struggle is real when it comes to caring for and styling your locks. Curly hair is inherently dry and prone to frizz, but once you find a routine that works for you, you can rock soft, beautiful, bouncy curls all day and every day. Curls should be celebrated, not “tamed”. Look for products that help you embrace your natural texture and are specially formulated to give your mane exactly what it needs. A word from the expert Super-stylist Nicole Brinsden is the co-owner of Auckland’s Hare and Hunter salon, as well as an industry educator who travels the length and breadth of the country sharing trends, tips and tricks with fellow hairdressers. She says keeping curls looking their best requires a…

RUG UP Sisal might be perfect for summer, but to beat the chilly weather, rugs should be woollen or in soft shaggy fabrics. In winter, flooring can become cold, especially if you have hardwood, tile or other non-carpeted surfaces. Opt for head-to-toe comfort with an irresistibly plush rug that negates the need for slippers and creates softness underfoot. Place rugs in living areas, bedrooms and entryways for an inviting and comfortable feel. Wool is a popular choice because it’s insulating and durable enough for high-traffic areas. Add winter layers Toss a sheepskin in your shopping cart and pile on the plush! One of the key principles to decorating in the cooler months is to introduce layer upon layer of cosy textiles. Blankets and cushions made from velvet, felt, fleece and…

CANCER Jun 22 – Jul 23 This is a week of giving and receiving in equal parts. It is a perfect balance and it all happens at the right time. You find you have exactly what people need and when they need it – in return, they have what you need. A secret will be shared and you will be tempted to reveal it to one of the parties. Don’t do that. Keep mum. LEO Jul 24 – Aug 23 Ideas are flowing and that can be for your work, business or personal life. You’re ready to move on to the next big thing, but just hold off for a few days and really enjoy what you have achieved. You are moving in the right direction. Slow down. You have…

A great chat with the queen of talk back Recently I had the opportunity to interview David Lomas, the journalist and television presenter who is the face of programmes like Lost and Found and more recently, David Lomas Investigates. It’s a programme that tries to – and usually succeeds in – tracking down people who have gone missing. My job was to interview David on the couch in front of a live audience and, in preparation, he sent through some of the episodes of his programmes, because it had been a while since I’d seen the series. Seriously, if you want an afternoon of happy tears, sit down and watch David Lomas Investigates. Two of the episodes I watched featured a fine young man and a gorgeous young woman. Both…

WEEKLY Entertainment Latest binge watch... My partner and I recently binge-watched Daisy Jones & the Six, and, wow, we were hooked! Set in the ’70s, and based around the rise and fall of a successful band, I loved how beautifully nostalgic it was. As a musician, I felt really connected to the storyline. Last movie I loved… I adored Elvis so much, I’ve watched it multiple times. Baz Luhrmann’s creative vision always blows me away and he did such a great job of bringing this epic story to life. And, of course, the music is the best. Last show I loved… The White Lotus was really quirky and fun, and Jennifer Coolidge is hilarious. I’m ready for another season already! My current music obsession… I’ve been obsessed with Raye’s…

Star WEEKLY The hottest celebrity scoop She was Simply the Best, a pioneering rock’n’roll star who won hearts around the world with her inspirational performances – and now Tina Turner has passed away at the age of 83. A statement released by her representatives shared that the iconic singer died peacefully after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht, near Zurich, Switzerland. Born Anna Mae Bullock, she was raised in Tennessee and started singing at a young age in a church choir. As a teenager, she met Ike Turner in St Louis, where she joined his band and he gave her the name Tina Turner. By the 1970s, the pair were a Grammy-winning success but their relationship was doomed and abusive, as documented in her 2018 biography My Love…