Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 7, 2025 i New Zealand Woman's Weekly

Laces & pretty faces No precious gong was left unclutched at the Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica earlier this month. Hot on the heels of her Golden Globes win, Demi Moore, 62, took the Best Actress award for her body-horror film The Substance – dashing the hopes of Angelina Jolie, 49, who’d been nominated for her lead role in Maria. Wicked hopefuls Cynthia Erivo, 38, Ariana Grande, 31, and Jeff Goldblum, 72, all sizzled on the red carpet, despite missing out on awards – the film had 11 nominations in total. Kathy Bates, 76, meanwhile, sat in a state of disbelief when she was announced the winner of Best Actress in a Drama Series for her role in Matlock. The veteran actor was so shocked, she was seen uttering…

Cameron’s ‘me too’ moment Cameron’s Diaz’s new movie Back in Action broke streaming records when it was released last month. But the star, 52 – who shares daughter Raddix, five, and son Cardinal, 10 months, with Good Charlotte musician husband Benji Madden, 45 – says she broke her 10-year acting hiatus on one condition. “I told them [the filmmakers], ‘I’m not going to spend 12 hours on set any more.’” The Charlie’s Angels actor worked a maximum of 10 hours a day and was astonished by how much the #MeToo movement has changed the vibe. “You walk onto the set and it’s different,” she says. “There was always just like that one guy, you know, that you were like, ‘God, here he comes again.’ There was always layers and layers…

He’s planning a trip to Italy and getting in the mood by enjoying some local cuisine. But for the King, that didn’t mean tucking into a hearty lasagna. Instead, His Majesty got his chef at Highgrove House to whip up gourmet versions of traditional Italian dishes, like a crab panzanella – salad made with seafood and bread. A-list guests over to his Cotswolds country home for the extravagant dinner. David, 49, and Victoria Beckham, 50, Dame Helen Mirren, 79, and designer Donatella Versace, 69, were among the honoured attendees, along with The Devil Wears Prada actor Stanley Tucci, 64 – a keen foodie who inspired the menu. The lavish meal – which also included ricotta and herb ravioli and porchetta (pork roast) – was a celebration of “slow-food” cooking, which…

A five-year-old named Grace, who chatted away to a nice lady sat next to her on the bus, then held the lady’s hand as they went into London’s National Gallery, had no idea her new friend was the future queen. The youngster took a shine to the Princess of Wales, keeping a firm grip on her hand, when Kate, 43, joined a bunch of children on an outing as part of her campaign to encourage the social and emotional development of small children.…

Becoming a professional sportsman was never part of Hayden Wilde’s plan. The Olympic silver medallist is racing for gold this week at the World Triathlon Championship Series in Abu Dhabi, and is currently the world’s number one male triathlete. But if it wasn’t for a teacher’s advice at school when he was a teenager, his illustrious sporting career may never have happened. “I was really close to my two older brothers – we played rugby, cricket, football and hockey, and we’d always be play-fighting and getting into wrestling matches,” recalls Hayden, 27, who grew up in the Bay of Plenty. “Running, biking and cycling wasn’t really in the mix. My dad died when I was eight, so I grew up doing pretty much everything my brothers did.” But at secondary…

Chorizo, chickpea & pumpkin salad PREP +COOK TIME 1HOUR, 20 MINUTES SERVES 8 1kg butternut pumpkin halves 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season 1 large red onion, cut into wedges 2 x 125g cured chorizo sausages, thickly sliced 400g canned chickpeas, drained, rinsed 1 fresh long red chilli, thickly sliced ½ cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves ½ cup loosely packed fresh coriander sprigs SHERRY VINEGAR DRESSING 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon light olive or vegetable oil 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar 1 garlic clove, crushed 1Preheat a covered barbecue with all burners on low and hood closed until temperature reaches 220°C (see notes). 2 Peel pumpkin and cut crossways into…

Setting powders play a key role in achieving smooth, long-lasting make-up. Whether you prefer a soft glow or a shine-free matte look, the right formula helps blur imperfections, control oil and lock everything in place. But the wrong formula or technique can leave you looking dry, cakey and washed out in photos. Here’s how to get it right. Why use a setting powder? A well-chosen setting powder does more than just mattify – it helps your make-up look fresh and last longer. KEEPS MAKE-UP IN PLACE: Works to prevent foundation and concealer from settling into fine lines. CONTROLS SHINE: Especially useful for oily skin, it helps absorb excess oil throughout the day. SOFT-FOCUS EFFECT: Many formulas have a blurring effect, minimising the appearance of pores and texture. LOCKS IN MAKE-UP:…

Letters to the Editor KUDOS TO KIRI ● Winning letter Thank you for Kiri Allan’s cover story (NZWW, February 17). I admire her courage and tenacity for speaking out about her journey through life. What an inspiring wahine and I wish her all the best as she continues in her joyous endeavours. Nana H Your prize This week’s winning i letter writers receive Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2025 book, worth $34.99! The annual best-selling guide features 30 top destinations from around the world, including must-visit cities, regions and countries, as well as beautiful photography, emerging travel trends, insider tips, practical advice and more. See shop.lonelyplanet.com Subscribe & save For the best deals and free home delivery, visit magshop.co.nz For subscription or delivery enquiries, call 0800 MAGSHOP or email delivery@magshop.co.nz…

The youngest daughter came home for a visit all the way from London for just two weeks, which flew by all too quickly and now I miss her even more than I did before – though that should fade back to a low ache soon. That’s how it is when you have kids living in other countries. I was slightly surprised when Maddy chose London to run away to. I’d done my time there long ago when I was her age and I imagined it had long since fallen from fashion as a favoured OE destination. England isn’t easy for sun-kissed Kiwis. I still remember how short and grim the London days were in winter and how, sometimes, summer didn’t seem to arrive at all. It was still a marvellous…

Expecting trouble Having the baby was the easy part for solo Poppy While enemies-tolovers storylines are popular right now, I’m not the biggest fan. Mainly, in my experience so far, they have tended to be very predictable and wildly improbable. But Special Delivery, with its heartfelt rom-com, dose of realism, romance and laughs, changed my mind completely. Poppy’s about to become a single mother. Her own relationship with the baby’s father has ended and she’s abandoned life in the city, returning to her hometown of Orange to be closer to family. Jobless, with no idea of her future and feeling completely unqualified to look after a child, Poppy is having a tough enough time. So the last thing she needs is an infuriating midwife like James. Unfortunately, even after giving…

That was genuine laughter,” Simon Barnett told his More FM co-host Lana Cochrane-Searle as they posed up a storm during our photoshoot. An icon of radio and television, Simon has returned to his “home” station following the loss of his beloved wife Jodi and is beginning to laugh again. While he admits he’s unsure if he’ll ever fully heal from his immense grief, he believes it’s a step in the right direction. Both Simon and Lana were incredibly generous with their time, and their special bond was evident as we chatted over lunch. Yes, there were tears, but also plenty of laughter, which was heartening. It’s not often I get the chance to leave Auckland for an interview and shoot, so flying to Christchurch to meet them both was an…

When Princess Anne was hurt in a mystery incident involving a horse last year, her injuries were described as minor and her stay in hospital explained as “precautionary”. But now it’s been revealed that she spent time in the intensive care unit – information that was kept quiet at the time. The King’s sister was taken to Southmead Hospital in Bristol after suffering a head injury at her Gloucestershire home, Gatcombe Park, in June. She can’t recall what happened, but it’s thought she may have been kicked by a horse. Anne, 74, was admitted to hospital with “minor injuries and concussion”, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace, who said she was kept in for five days as a “precautionary measure for observation”. But when Anne visited Southmead last week…

By her own admission, Mea Motu knows she’s lucky to still be here. Arriving back in New Zealand last month after competing in the world title unification boxing fight in England, the single mum of five felt like she was “fading”. Breathless with chest pains that were getting sharper, the professional boxer was also struggling to walk with swollen legs that she likened to carrying a hundred kilos on each one. “Before I even hopped on the plane, I knew I didn’t feel well,” she says, talking to theWeeklywhile recuperating in Northland. “I just didn’t feel like myself, but I thought I’d get over it in the next couple of days.” Blood clots never crossed her mind. Normally one to push through pain, the 35-year-old passed it off as fluid…

Kate Winslet There’s no denying Kate has had a Titanic Hollywood career – the Mare of Easttown star, 49, has a mantelpiece groaning with awards, including an Oscar. As a kid, her jobbing actor dad struggled to make ends meet and her family needed free meal benefits to get by. At the age of 11, Kate helped the family finances by starring in a Sugar Puffs TV commercial. “I’m not the pedigree kid,” says Kate. “I’m not classically trained. I didn’t come from the fancy home.” Sofía Vergara Before she became the highest-paid television actor in Hollywood, courtesy of her scene-stealing role in sitcom Modern Family, Colombian Sofía, 52, had a string of low-profile le roles. One of her first was a blinkand-you’llmiss-it appearance in beach drama Baywatch in 1999.…

Chunky malted chocolate-chip cookies PREP & COOK TIME 40 MINS MAKES 13 125g unsalted butter, chilled (see tip) 120g brown sugar 75g caster sugar 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 280g plain flour 75g malted milk powder (such as Horlicks) 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon baking powder 150g dark chocolate chips 175g roasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped 50g milk chocolate chips, to garnish 1 Preheat oven to 180°C/ 160°C fan. Line two baking trays with baking paper. 2 Using an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix butter, brown sugar and caster sugar until just combined. (You don’t want to aerate this mixture, otherwise the cookies will spread.) 3 Mix in egg and vanilla, followed by flour, malted milk powder, salt and baking powder. 4 Finally, mix in dark…

In between valiant attempts after 10 days away to weed through my email inbox and actually get some work done, I’ve been popping out to gaze at the washing on my old-school rotary clothesline. It’s the thing that stops me embracing apartment living, this passion I have for seeing my clothes dry in God’s good air. Good for the fabric, the power bill and the planet, but not approved by body corporates, I’m told, so I’ll not be joining one of those. They’d change their policy if they saw mine today, though, at its resplendent best. We’ve been on holiday in Rarotonga, so there are pink, turquoise, orange and red skirts, togs and sarongs flapping gaily in the breeze. You get a weird response from some quarters when you say…

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When I sold our family home and moved into a smaller apartment, I got rid of a lot of stuff I couldn’t imagine using in my new life. I’m unlikely to ever host a dinner party for 12 again, so all the accoutrements required to present a meal for that many people were sold or given away. After The Fall(s), when a couple of nasty tumbles saw me break bones and spend time in hospital, I gave up alcohol, high heels and trailing hemlines. I realise, too, as I’ve gotten older, I’m going to have to make the time to apply body moisturisers and night creams. And I’ve realised that if I want to minimise dramas in my life and mitigate against any further hospital visits, I’m going to have…

MRS D IS NOT ON A DIET by Lotta Dann (Allen & Unwin, $37.99) Best known for her books on living alcohol-free, Kiwi Lotta Dann has turned her attention to dieting. Her own journey with drastic dieting and weight loss led to praise for her slim figure, but no one knew what it took for her to maintain that shape. When she regained the kilos, she started wondering why so many of us hate our bodies. Why do we invest so much time, money and brainpower into trying to shrink them? What is our big problem with fat and why do we believe we ought to be skinny? As Lotta looked deeper into the culture of dieting, what she discovered surprised and empowered her. WASTE WARS by Alexander Clapp (Hachette,…

The first few mornings Simon Barnett drove to his new role at More FM Breakfast were difficult because something – someone – was missing: his beloved wife of 32 years, Jodi. “For 25 years, at quarter past five, she’d ring me on my way to work,” shares Simon. “I’d see her name come up on the screen and, even after all those years of marriage, I would think, ‘Oh, yay, it’s Jods’ and we’d talk or pray. It was great.” Sadly, Jodi passed away aged just 61 in October 2023 after an almost six-year battle with brain cancer. Since then, the pain and loss has run deep. And after a few days of driving to work with Jodi’s name no longer flashing up on the screen, Simon decided to start…

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have revealed the secret to their long and happy marriage. Asked during a joint visit to Nepal why exactly their 25-year union had been such a success, Prince Edward replied, “Because we’re best friends.” “That’s true,” agreed Sophie. When it was suggested that having a sense of humour played a part in their strong bond, Sophie, 60, said, “Oh, there’s always got to be humour, especially when you’re travelling and you’ve got no idea what’s about to happen. You’ve got to laugh.” They also have a huge respect and appreciation for each other. When Edward celebrated his 60th birthday last year, he stressed in a TV interview how important Sophie’s support had been. “She’s been an absolutely brilliant rock, and I’m incredibly lucky that…

In her own words, Gemma-Jayde Naidoo “came out of the womb a shimmy-shaking spotlight-stealer” and she has been proudly performing ever since. “When I played Cinderella in kindergarten, I was already a scene-stealer and Mum said whenever she looked at me, I’d be mouthing everyone else’s lines because I wanted to be the star of the show all of the time!” she says of her first taste of fame. Growing up in the South African port city of Durban, it was clear from the get-go that Gemma-Jayde – who recently appeared onscreen playing single mum Cherry in TV3’s award-winning comedy Madam – was destined for the spotlight. “Virtually before I could talk, I’d pretend I had my own talk show,” says Gemma-Jayde, 28. “We still have videos of me interviewing…

Emma Saunders, 47 Emma Saunders has such a knack for repurposing items others would throw out that she’s earned herself the nickname “Tinder for Waste”. By connecting all of the organisations that have excess with groups that have a need, she’s helped divert 170 tonnes of materials from landfill. Be it organising kitesurfing sails for the Cancer Society to create post-surgical drainage bag covers, coordinating the delivery of 40kg of peanuts with damaged packaging to Nelson’s Natureland Zoo or working on her business The Green Collective, Emma is a master matchmaker. “I grew up around the mentality ‘fix it, make it, mend it’ and became more aware of waste as our family grew,” says the mum of three, who’s also a Pilates teacher and originally trained as a physiotherapist. “What…

You’ll need ● 290mm x 45mm timber seat, pre-cut to 700mm long by timber merchant ● 6mm drill bit ● 18mm drill bit ● Drill ● 18mm sisal rope, cut into 2 x 5m lengths ● 2 hammock hooks ● Scissors ● Sandpaper (optional) ● Stain (optional – it will stop the seat from staying wet after rain) 1 Start by taking your precut timber for the seat and measure out the four holes for the rope. You want to put them as wide apart as possible to create stability, but not too close to the edge as it will weaken the timber. Our example is 40mm from the outside edge and 50mm from the end edge. 2 Drill holes all the way through. The holes need to be at…

PISCES Feb 20 – Mar 20 There’s a family situation that could escalate into something of a drama and that is one thing you want to avoid at all costs. You don’t do conflict particularly well and tend to get impatient with those who bring it to your door. You’ll be able to stop this as soon as it starts and it’ll make you the hero of the group. ARIES Mar 21 – Apr 20 Some people seem to think they have a high IQ, and know better than anyone else and try to show off. Don’t buy into it – there’s not a great deal of substance in what they have to offer. There are some opportunities this week that could be excellent for your financial security. TAURUS Apr…

MORE WATCH, LESS PRAY? When flat hunting recently, I rang the advertised number hoping to be first in line. A voice replied, “This is Dial a Prayer.” What had happened was that I had misdialled. When I got through, I had also missed the flat! Connie GET WELL SOON! Grandpa had not been too well but was most obstinate in being confined to the house when he was able to get out and about. One Sunday, one of the elders of the church called after morning service to see him and stayed about half an hour. After his visit, there were quite a number of phone calls from neighbours, asking after Grandpa’s health. He was most appreciative until one caller elaborated a bit on his enquiry. The result was that…

Hoop dreams Ben Affleck, 52, was courtside for a wholesome father-son date with Samuel at the NBA in LA. Samuel, 12, Ben’s youngest with former wife Jennifer Garner, cheered on his home team, the LA Lakers. Bare with! Businesswoman and lifestyle guru Martha Stewart put on a stunning display as one of the new stars of the “I Only Wear MAC” cosmetic campaign in New York. “What gets me in the nude?” the 83-year-old celebrity teased. Fashion forward Actors Julianne Hough, 36, Katie Holmes, 46, Whoopi Goldberg, 69, and singer Natasha Bedingfield, 43, were front row for designer Christian Siriano’s star-studded show at New York Fashion Week. Following the event, Natasha treated guests to some of her hits during the exclusive after-party in Times Square. DRESS CIRCLE Actor and comedian…