Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2023 i The Australian Women's Weekly

Arthur Edwards is an original Eastender, raised in Stepney, East London, his dad a lorry driver – also called Arthur – his beloved mum Dorothy running the family home. He left school at 15 and when Arthur senior died a year later and Dorothy went to work as an office cleaner to put food on the table, she made an inspired purchase that would transform her son’s life. “She didn’t want me to end up working in the docks like most of my schoolmates, so she saved up to buy me a £46 Rolleiflex camera. That was a fortune to her; I don’t know how she did it,” recalls Arthur junior, now 82 years old and celebrating five decades as a royal photographer. Arthur never dreamed he would spend his…

Interview It all looks so perfect. So idyllic. As if Instagram was invented for India Hicks, aristocratic daughter of one of England’s grandest families. Her father, the famed British designer David Hicks, compiled a list of possible husbands for her, all dukes with vast estates. Instead, she had five children out of wedlock, a barefoot runaway to tiny Harbour Island in the Bahamas, a place with no doctor, no dentist, uncertain electricity and a three-month hurricane season. “So when a kid falls out of a tree and breaks an arm, you’re up shit creek,” she tells The Weekly with a laugh. “Nothing is ever as perfect as it looks. But I’m a big believer in the adventure of life.” It is here, with her beautiful children, on these pink-sand beaches…

I was 50 years old, and on a precarious trek through the jungles of Rwanda, when I first glimpsed my true vocation. Until then, I hadn’t been sure. I’d left school at 14 and married my first husband at 21. I’d worked in advertising in the 1950s, which was a bit like Mad Men but far less sexy. Patriarchy ruled and sexism was rampant. One day we were divided into four groups to come up with campaign ideas. When my idea was chosen, the managing director said, “Jan, that’s a great idea. We’ll get one of the men to do it.” I did well, though, finally working in the exciting world of Hong Kong advertising, and building my own publishing company (and my second marriage) there. Even so, I think…

Honestly, make-up has never been just a cover-up. From the Elizabethans, who were prepared to paint their face with lethal lead to mark their affluent status, to 20th century America, when a slick of red lippie first became a symbol of women’s independence, cosmetics are a peek into our cultural Zeitgeist. The current mood? We’re taking a high-tech leap from do no harm (to complexion or planet) to a new era of do good: make-up that improves your skin. “Demand is high for products that are easy to use, effective and transportable, which is a true reflection of our current ‘no rules’ attitude to make-up,” says Anne Salem, Clarins Head of Make-up Artistry. “Hybrid make-up isn’t just about make-up itself, it’s also about women’s attitudes to making themselves feel better…

Spotlight on... The statistics are clear: urinary incontinence is not a problem confined to the elderly. Around 50 per cent of women who have given birth will have some form of pelvic floor damage and one in three women suffer bladder incontinence after the age of 50. GP Obstetrician Dr Elizabeth Golez says almost three-quarters of women with urinary leakage do not seek advice, often due to embarrassment. “Those who have sought help have only had limited options, such as invasive surgery and painful laser but this is changing,” says Dr Golez. We investigate four new alternatives: 1. Herbal formula Formulated by a naturopath to strengthen the bladder wall, pelvic floor and sphincter, Urox is a blend of traditional Indian and Chinese medicine herbal extracts that support bladder muscle tone.…

Read THIS Cleaning house Filled with achievable hacks and hints, A Healthier Home is the new book from the founder of A Little Less Toxic. This room-by-room guide will make all areas in your home more sustainable as well as healthier. From DIY recipes to less toxic cleaning hints to regular maintenance prompts, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to get your home in tip top shape. A Healthier Home by Shawna Holman, Fair Winds Press. Spotlight on... Hemp Once used to create hessian bags, today hemp is a fashion super player with Aussie brands including Witchery, Bassike and Country Road using the sustainable material. Not only is hemp four times stronger than cotton, but it uses half the amount of water to produce – and doesn’t require pesticides. Another added…

Baked rice-filled tomatoes are a classic summer dish in Rome, prepared in the cooler hours and then eaten, at room temperature, later in the day. These toms are usually baked with potato wedges, but Anna likes to add peppers to the mix too, so cooks them in a separate pan. In Rome’s greengrocers you’ll find tomatoes labelled as suitable for this dish. It isn’t simply a question of ‘ripeness’; they have also got to be flavoursome. If you are in any doubt whether your toms are flavoursome enough, you should hesitate to do this dish. But if you still want to try it, stir in a couple of tablespoons of grated pecorino or Parmigiano just before you divide the rice mixture between the tomatoes. Anna’s Roman stuffed tomatoes SERVES 4…

from the Test Kitchen SERVING IDEA: Serve with poached eggs, grilled sausages or bacon, roasted tomatoes or wilted spinach for a hearty breakfast or brunch. Alternatively, make them bite size and use as a base for canapes. Potato fritters MAKES 10-12 PREP + COOK TIME 25 MINUTES 5 medium (1kg) sebago potatoes, peeled1 medium (150g) onion, chopped finely½ cup (75g) self-raising flour2 eggs, beaten lightly 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or rosemary1 cup (250ml) extra virgin olive oil for frying, or as needed avocado wedges, hot sauce, sour cream, optional, to serve 1 Grate potatoes on the coarse side of a box grater. Immediately place into a large bowl of iced water as they will start to brown very quickly. Drain grated potatoes through a strainer and rinse until water…

How to prep a pomegranate A true gem of a fruit – its jewel-like seeds add a zesty flavour to sweet and savoury recipes. Pomegranate juice stains, so wear an apron and cover your chopping board with baking paper. Cut pomegranate in half, and hold it, rind side up, over a large, deep bowl. Then get smacking! With a spoon, give the back of the pomegranate vigorous taps until seeds are released. Remove any white pith that may have fallen into the bowl. And then those delicious seeds are yours for the eating! Blushing pears A great way to enjoy pears while they’re in season is to poach until soft and tender. Combine 750ml Ocean Spray Cranberry Classic™ Fruit Drink, 160ml dry white wine, 2 cardamom pods and 4 peeled…

Try THIS! How does your garden grow? The answer, according to a new book from the CWA, Thrifty Gardening, lays in recycling eggshells. Prick a hole in the bottom of each half for drainage. Fill with potting mix and plant a seed in each one. When the seed has grown, plant egg shell and seedling in the garden. The egg shell will rot away. All the buzz Billed as the world’s first insect repelling blanket, this new release from eco-friendly outdoor brand Outer could save your skin on these balmy late summer evenings. Available in three colours, the lightweight throw uses technology based on an insect repellent found naturally in plants. Pick of the crop Want to grow your own herbs and veg but don’t have any outdoor space? No…

Wombat Hills, NSW, 1924 The dingoes had howled across the mountains, and the possum who ruled the ceiling and the lemon tree had indulged in his nightly growling battle with any intruder into his kingdom, but this morning Wombat Hills seemed peaceful, the only sound the thud of the wallabies once again failing to get through the fence to the rose garden. Mrs Douglas Mulberry (née Agnes Glock) opened her eyes in her late mother-in-law’s bed while across the room her late mother-in-law’s maid, Trout, added more wood to the bedroom fire. To Agnes’s relief her husband was not lying beside her. Douglas must have had a good night again. The curtains were open, as usual, as were the windows. The air smelled of chilled gum tree from yesterday’s late…

Pisces Feb 20 - Mar 20 The Sun, Mercury and Neptune are celebrating Pisces birthdays until March 20, making this is your most intuitive and psychic time of year, so stay tuned to your inner voice. Your subconscious is especially active now, so be aware of dreams downloading guidance as Captain Saturn boards the good ship Pisces to convert it all into practical action. As this month’s Pisces vibes ask everyone to lift their support game, if you’re volunteering, make water your cause: your sign is associated with the oceans and it’s no secret that they need our help. Aries Mar 21 - Apr 21 March is traditionally a month of closure for Aries before your sign kicks off the astrological new year, so you’ll benefit from dedicated time out…

Teachable moment I’ve just read The Dark Side of the Schoolyard (AWW, February) and agree totally with the content. However, the article doesn’t address the bully. As parents it’s our responsibility to make sure our child isn’t a bully. We need to take the same steps of checking what they’re doing online or how they’re behaving in school. The bullying child’s parents need to take action to stop this behaviour rather than letting their child create such havoc. Name and address withheld. Heart & soul Every article in the February issue was a page turner and incredibly interesting, but the one that resonated with me was The Sweet Science of Soulmates (AWW, February). I’m a hopeless romantic and really believe Plato’s soulmate theory. Seeing photos of a kissing couple married…

Column While 2023 will certainly be dominated by the pizazz of May’s coronation – the new sovereign in bejewelled crowns, donning a cloth of gold and anointed in secret recipe holy oil – this year is also vitally important for the monarchy as a whole. The future starts now, and the new slimmed down House of Windsor is already setting in train its manifesto. Now, it may feel like business as usual with community and military engagements filling the court circular in the UK and reports of a busy overseas program to support the government on the agenda. Yet already I have noted a deliberate concentration on often complex social issues coming to the fore, and a definite lifting of the mystical royal curtain, resulting in a more touchy-feely people’s…

Catherine Zeta-Jones is telling me about The One That Got Away. It still haunts her, even after all these years. If only the timing had been right. And no, we’re not talking about a man, but a role: the role she was born to play. “I had the chops to be a female Bond,” explains the Oscar-winning star of Chicago. “For many years I was Bond material. Actually, I used to dream of being a female spy when I was a kid – if I didn’t make it as an actress. Then, later, I had big aspirations, and this was before there was even a female Doctor Who.” Why the past tense? There’s a well-publicised 007 vacancy, and Catherine is on a professional roll. Netflix has premiered Tim Burton’s addition…

Renée Geyer stood in the middle of a wooden marquee feeling bewildered. The Spiegeltent was designed in the 1920s as a movable cabaret venue – ballooning velvet canopies; gold leaf; hand-painted woodwork; circular, teak dance floor; stained, cut-glass mirrors. Renée stood side-of-stage, on a warm spring night last year, watching the venue fill up. “A lot of these people were really young,” she told The Weekly. “I asked my keyboard player, ‘Who are they? Where did they come from? Why are they here?’ This is years after I’m anybody famous, and the place is packed. I’m standing on stage going, ‘wow’.” Gigs like this happened often, but she was always taken by surprise. “I’m not fishing for a compliment,” she added with a wink. “I know I’m fantastic, but I…

What would you do if you were told you had just six months left to live? For Indie Lee, mother of two young children at the time, there had long been signs that something was amiss, including an autoimmune diagnosis (rheumatoid arthritis), early menopause at 36, and a sudden loss of peripheral vision in her left eye. But that life-changing call from her doctor came while she was in the car on an everyday errand: Her MRI had revealed a fatal brain tumour. “That drive was the most impactful 15 minutes of my life,” says Indie. “I realised I had spent the entirety of my adult life as a passenger and not the driver. I was going through the motions, doing what I thought was expected of me. It was…

Kip TIPS Sleep easy 60 per cent of us miss out on a good night’s slumber, according to sleep expert Dr Carmel Harrington. If you’re struggling to nod off, try these tips to increase melatonin, the sleep-regulating hormone. 1. Dim the lights after sunset. 2. Take a shower to help your body temperature drop. 3. Release muscle tension by holding the yoga child’s pose for five minutes. 4. Try meditation to reduce cortisol, the stress hormone. We love Morphée, $149.99 (A, above left), a portable device with guided meditation sessions that also plays nature sounds and relaxing music. 5. Pop lavender essential oil in a diffuser a few hours before bed. Try In Essence ie: Sleep Essential Oil Blend, $39.95 (B). Sacred SIGHTS Snap! Take a pic of sights precious…

Pan-roasted honey mustard pork fillet SERVES 2 Almost everyone loves a roast but they’re not always an option on a work night because they just take too long to cook. That’s why this recipe is so good: it’s a bit like a mini-version of a roast. ¼ cup (60ml) honey mustard or Dijon mustard sweetened with a little honey3 teaspoons roughly chopped rosemary1 teaspoon sea salt flakes1-1½ teaspoons cracked black pepper1 teaspoon black or yellow mustard seeds, optional1½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 large pork fillet extra olive oil, for cooking250g medium-sized green beans, trimmed butter, for sautéing1 clove garlic, finely chopped lemon juice, to taste extra sea salt flakes, to taste lemon cheeks or wedges, extra rosemary sprigs, for serving 1 In a dish that will hold the…

Cheesy gnocchi French onion soup SERVES 4 PREP + COOK TIME 40 MINUTES 50g unsalted butter, chopped1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling1kg brown onions, sliced thinly2 cloves garlic, crushed1 tablespoon brown sugar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar4 sprigs thyme, plus extra to serve2 tablespoons plain flour1 litre beef stock250g store-bought potato gnocchi1 cup (120g) coarsely grated gruyere cheese⅓ cup (40g) coarsely grated mozzarella cheese 1 Heat the butter and oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan over medium high heat. Add the onions and season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, for 20 minutes or until light golden. Add the garlic, sugar, mustard, vinegar, thyme and flour; cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute until onions are well-coated. 2 Gradually add the stock, stirring…

No. 1 Jalapeno, capsicum & corn Add cut kernels from 1 cob of fresh corn, 2 seeded and finely chopped jalapeno chillies, 150g chopped roasted capsicum and ½ cup coriander leaves to the flour mixture. Serve with guacamole, if desired. No. 2 Spinach & ham Add 50g coarsely chopped baby spinach leaves, 100g chopped leg ham and 3 finely chopped green onions to the flour mixture. No. 3 Tomato & olive Add 125g chopped semi-dried tomatoes, ½ cup coarsely chopped pitted green olives and ½ cup small basil leaves to the flour mixture. No. 4 Pumpkin & fetta Add 1 cup coarsely grated pumpkin, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill and 100g crumbled fetta cheese to the flour mixture. Just before baking sprinkle 2 tablespoons of pepitas and sage leaves tossed…

“I always introduce myself as a multi-hyphen creative,” says Gemma Pranita, a photographer, podcaster and business educator who relished the opportunity to create something unique for the holiday rental market in sleepy Cabarita Beach, NSW. “My husband and I call it an enjoyable investment. We wanted a business that generates revenue, but with the purpose to enjoy it. We block out a few weeks a year for our family.” Creating something magical on a budget was no small feat – especially with a tight renovation timeline. “I knew I didn’t want to do an all-white Hamptons inspired beach house. I wanted an explosion of colour.” And that’s a goal she has most certainly achieved. To create this point of difference, Gemma simply followed her heart, manifesting a spectacular home that…

Describe what you sell at Jones & Co. Our ceramics and wall art are playful, and each piece is full of colour, pattern, life and energy! A single mug might have 1000 hand-painted spots. We’re inspired by new ideas and fresh perspective and love bringing something to the living space that will make people smile. What’s the quickest way to update your home? It’s best to play with accessories and décor, not invest heavily in trends with furniture or fittings. Interior style leaders I admire adhere to the edict of gathered over time and collected from different sources, things that speak to your personality and make you happy to live with and see every day. What are your top three home styling tips? 1. If you’re bored with your space,…

It’s estimated that every 240 people worldwide who go on a cruise support 10 full-time jobs, and among those who have been working flat out recently are travel agents helping to get cruising enthusiasts on board. “The very latest trend in cruising is higher-end experiences, and expedition cruising is booming,” says Travel Associates general manager Rachel Kingswell. “As the planet warms, the sense of urgency can’t be ignored and we’ve been seeing new expedition ships and itineraries being launched consistently over the past six months.” Demand for trips to the Arctic and Antarctic has almost doubled, she says, and unlike the pre-COVID days “clients are no longer waiting for the ‘right time’ to book a milestone or celebration holiday. It’s now, or it may be never. Clients are saying, ‘Why…

Quirky COUTURE Turning style on its head Avant-garde luxury fashion house Viktor & Rolf put a new spin on a catwalk show with their “Late Stage Capitalism Waltz” collection. Sparkling, embellished bodices created with 3D printers and voluminous mille-feuille skirts were turned on their head (and side) while models were guided down the runway via instructions through an earpiece. Women we love Star of the Show Tiggy Eckersley, 10, has become the youngest-ever songwriter to win a Golden Guitar award for co-writing song of the year Star of the Show with her parents. Shine from behind Aussie film artists working behind the scenes have been nominated for Oscars. Elvis Cinematographer Mandy Walker (above) and production designer Karen Murphy are up for gongs. Our bright star Astronomer and Gamilaraay woman Karlie…

What is a Voice to Parliament? The Voice will be a representative body of First Nations people. It won’t be appointed by government. Members will be selected by First Nations people to represent the broad spectrum of their experience, knowledge and concerns. Its role will be to advise parliament and government on policy, legislation and decision making that affect First Nations people. Is it a third chamber of parliament? No. The Voice will not introduce, pass or veto legislation. No organisation can usurp the sovereignty of the parliament, hence it is an advisory body. How will the Voice help First Nations people? The Voice will provide government with better quality information about First Nations communities and the issues that affect them. Why do some people say ‘no’? Some people are…

Fashion for a cause Aussie company Bared Footwear has teamed up with Indigenous artist Brad Turner (above) on a limited-edition sneaker. Priced at $269, Bared will donate $50 from each purchase to Children’s Ground, an organisation empowering First Nations children and communities. baredfootwear.com From Italy with amore Italian-Australian mother-daughter duo Emanuela and Roberta Tellaroli had a dream. They wanted to start a fashion range that was designed and made in Italy but adhered to three important criteria: Each piece would be ethically sourced and made, using sustainable fabrics, in styles built to last. Enter Tema Moda’s colourful collection. Visit temamoda.com.au Now trending Signet rings are having a stylish moment, and whether worn stacked or separately they’ll make a statement. We love this ring from Murkani, available in silver, gold…

After several weeks of lounging in pyjamas or togs over the summer break, I see a stark change in my children: they are calmer, more in tune with their body’s natural rhythm, and have a renewed positive energy that I’d pay almost anything to bottle for when the return-to-school stress cranks up. By the end of the holidays, they are skilful masters in the art of doing nothing, something the luxury of time allows in childhood. But why should it stop there? Research shows that taking time out to wonder and ponder (or ‘lazing about’, if you will), can have a multitude of benefits at any age – we just have to consciously make it a priority as adults. “The 9-to-5 is a prison we are used to!” says Charlotte…

Coconut dacquoise MAKES A 23CM CAKE A dacquoise is a beautifully light, crisp and flavoursome cross between a sponge and a meringue. Made with any nut meal that takes your fancy (think almond, hazelnut, walnut, pistachio), in France a dacquoise is traditionally served layered with buttercream. I’ve kept this one light and simple with lashings of vanilla Chantilly cream and fresh fruit. You can also make it with a gluten-free flour. 310g egg whites pinch of salt150g caster sugar210g almond meal250g icing sugar70g plain flour350g desiccated coconut fresh berries, mango and passionfruit, to serveCHANTILLY CREAM150ml chilled thick (double) cream150ml chilled thickened (whipping) cream55g icing sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced). Line a 23cm round cake tin with baking paper. 2 Using an electric mixer…

Zucchini Greek salad SERVES 4 PREP + COOK TIME 15 MINUTES 1 small red onion (100g), sliced thinly2 tablespoons red wine vinegar4 medium (480g) zucchini200g fetta400g heirloom tomatoes, sliced thickly250g marinated olives¼ cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil 1 Combine onion and vinegar in a small bowl. Stand for 5 minutes to pickle. 2 Meanwhile, using a spiraliser or julienne peeler, cut zucchini into long noodles. Cut fetta into 1cm slices, then cut into triangles. 3 Drain onion, reserving the pickling liquid. Arrange the zucchini, tomatoes, onion, fetta and olives in layers on a large platter. 4 Whisk oil and reserved pickling liquid in a small jug until combined; season to taste. Drizzle dressing over salad just before serving; season with pepper.Not suitable to freeze.…

Spicy peanut butter ramen SERVES 1 PREP + COOK TIME 10 MINUTES 1 tablespoon crunchy peanut butter1 tablespoon salt-reduced soy sauce2 teaspoons gochugaru1 small garlic clove, crushed1 green onion, sliced thinly1 teaspoon sesame oil2 x 70g instant noodle cakesfried egg, fresh coriander leaves,toasted sesame seeds andchunks of sliced cucumber, to servecrispy chilli oil, optional, for serving 1 Place peanut butter, soy sauce, gochugaru, garlic, green onion and sesame oil in a serving bowl; stir to combine. 2 Cook instant noodle cakes following packet instructions. Using tongs, remove the noodles from the water and place directly into the serving bowl with the peanut butter mixture; toss to combine. 3 Serve noodles topped with a fried egg, fresh coriander leaves, toasted sesame seeds and cucumber. Accompany with crispy chilli oil, if desired.…

Swept away To remove sand quickly and easily from hands and feet at the beach, sprinkle with baby powder (or cornflour) and brush away. Instead of covering leftovers with single-use plastic wrap, use an inexpensive (or free hotel-supplied) shower cap: they can be rinsed and reused repeatedly. Fishy business Thaw frozen fish in full-fat milk or buttermilk overnight in the fridge to remove the ‘frozen’ taste. Smart addition To keep a bag of salad greens fresher for longer, open the bag and slip a folded paper towel underneath the greens. Reseal it with a couple of pegs and store towel-side down in the fridge. Ticked off If you live in a tick-prone area, keep an ether-containing spray (from pharmacies) on hand and spray an attached tick with 5-10 squirts…

LITERARY FICTION Return to Valetto by Dominic Smith, A&U The “Saint’s Staircase” hangs from the volcanic rock cliffs of the once thriving town of Valetto, the last remnant of a house where a disciple of Francis of Assisi lived until an earthquake hit in 1695. “The spiral staircase appears to float, a twist of wrought iron eerily suspended between the chestnut groves below and the twelfth-century spire above”, writes author Dominic Smith. This engrossing novel is packed with such evocative descriptions that immediately pull us into seductive Umbria. Here, centuries of history are layered not just into the buildings and landscape, but the people. As the novel opens, we are in 2011 in Valetto, where just 10 residents remain in a town that once boasted 3000. In WWII it was…

Gardens of delight The biggest event on the southern hemisphere’s horticultural calendar, the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, promises to be bigger and better than ever. Bringing together 10 acclaimed landscape designers from around the world, its outdoor program features more than 40 never-before-seen garden displays. The five-day show runs from March 29 to April 2 at the World Heritage-listed Carlton Gardens and Royal Exhibition Building. More at melbflowershow.com.au The fine art of touring Art lovers with itchy feet (the travel variety, not a skin infection!) will love Renaissance Tours’ new art/archaeology-focused tours. Guided by experts from Australia’s top cultural institutions, the 21 tours cover a wide range of territory, including the Tiwi islands (above, and inset, right) and the sculptures near Broken Hill (inset, top) as well as…

Find A Word Win 5 x $50 We’ve hidden the names of a paintbox full of blue-related words and shades in the grid. These words can be spelt horizontally, vertically, diagonally, backwards and forwards, but always in a straight line. When you have found all the words listed below you should have 13 letters left over. These will spell the two-word winning name. Write the winning answer on the coupon on the last Puzzles page for a chance to win $50. AIR FORCE ALICE AZURE BABY BRANDEIS CAMBRIDGE CAROLINA CERULEAN COBALT CORNFLOWER CYAN DARK BLUE DENIM ELECTRIC GENTIAN GLAUCOUS INDIGO IRIS LIGHT MIDNIGHT NAVY PERIWINKLE PRUSSIAN BLUE ROBIN’S EGG ROYAL BLUE SAPPHIRE SKY BLUE STEEL TEAL TURQUOISE ULTRAMARINE Solution in next month’s issue. Easy Crossword ACROSS 1. Official travel document…