Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2025 i The Australian Women's Weekly

Like many young girls growing up in the 1980s, I marvelled at Diana, Princess of Wales, staying up to watch her wedding on TV in our lounge room in Adelaide like millions of others across the world. I even asked my parents for a tiara that Christmas, and I wore that fabulous plastic and diamanté creation everywhere, even to Brownies (Girl Guides)! Diana touched our hearts in so many ways, and changed the world. I think of the famous images of her holding the hand of a man suffering from AIDS, or walking through a live minefield, and her Panorama interview with Martin Bashir when she famously remarked that there were “three of us in this marriage”. Her tragic death in 1997 shocked, and chastened, the world. Princess Diana was…

Does the phrase “renovate for resale” fill you with sadness and puzzlement? Or am I alone? It’s never made sense to me because it implies a total lack of care or thought. It indicates an “it’ll do” mentality. Recently, I made the mistake of walking through the vacant property I bought with a view to live in “down the track”. Because “down the track” wasn’t going to happen, I thought I’d do what sensible people would and sell the house to whoever wanted it. As soon as I was reunited with the floorplan, I was a goner. The windows! The wood panelling! The 70-year-old bathroom tiles in mint condition! My next mistake was to pull up the ancient carpet hoping to polish the boards “for a refresh”. Finding unusable timber…

A double rainbow stretched across the sky as Professor Richard Scolyer completed his 250th parkrun (the free, weekly 2km or 5km run, jog or walk that happens in parks and public spaces all over the world). Hundreds of people – some loved ones, some strangers – had turned out to cheer the world-renowned cancer pathologist as he achieved the milestone he wasn’t sure he’d reach. Richard’s wife, Dr Katie Nicoll, was by his side as he broke through a banner at the end of the track in the inner-Sydney park. The emotional crowd was testament to how deeply Richard’s story has touched Australia. When he went public with his decision to fight his aggressive, terminal brain tumour with an experimental treatment, the nation followed his every update. The decision could…

On the night of October 3, 1969, Rupert Murdoch, a new and disruptive presence on the British media scene, was facing a tough interrogation from star television host David Frost. In a series of prickly exchanges, Murdoch was accused of peddling sensationalism and using his newly acquired newspaper titles to “put money before morality”. Keenly watching the proceedings from a dilapidated farmhouse 50km away were two brothers with a very limited interest in the ethical side of the discussion. What caught the attention of Arthur and Nizamodeen Hosein were the clips about Murdoch’s wealth and, particularly, his beautiful 25-year-old wife, Anna, who had recently joined him in London from Australia. Such were the beginnings of an extraordinary, tragic and still unresolved crime. The Hoseins’ idea was to kidnap Anna Murdoch…

After 60 days of futile digging under the glare of the Egyptian sun, Dominican lawyer Kathleen Martínez was beginning to lose hope. The then-Minister for Antiquities, Dr Zahi Hawass, had told her there was nothing of value at the former site of Taposiris Magna, 60km west of Alexandria, but she was convinced it was worth exploring. So convinced, in fact, that she had self-funded a team of workers to help her dig up the barren limestone site. Her goal was to uncover the lost tomb of Cleopatra. The year was 2004. The minister had given her two months, and time was running out. “Everybody was disappointed,” she said back in 2015. Their search hadn’t uncovered anything. “We didn’t find any pottery, nothing.” From her childhood in the Dominican Republic, Kathleen…

Steph: I was 14 years old and the school was running a Year Nine volunteer trip to Cambodia. I was so excited about it, but I was struggling with the paperwork and ended up handing it in a few days late. The teacher organising the trip took me aside and said: “In life, if you don’t get your paperwork in on time, you miss out.” They were trying to teach me a lesson, but I was so disappointed. I went home that night and my family were sad for me, too. We had a discussion around the dinner table about why the trip was so important to me – about how I wanted to make a change and help people. And then it occurred to us: Why don’t we organise…

Her hair has sparked headlines and haircuts for decades, but Jennifer Aniston’s approach to beauty is less about trends and more about consistency. “When I’m working, my hair goes through a lot,” she tells The Weekly. “So I rely on a few trusted essentials to keep it strong and healthy.” Top of her list? A hard-working detangler that does more than just smooth knots. “The LolaVie Glossing Detangler is a staple in my routine. It protects against damage, makes brushing easier and gives my hair a healthy, light shine without weighing it down.” She’s quick to credit longtime friend and hairstylist Chris McMillan for helping shape her hair habits. “He taught me early on to avoid over-washing and not to fry my hair with heat tools. Even how you brush…

For many, menopause brings hot flushes, brain fog and restless nights. But there’s another lesser-known concern that can sneak up without warning: low bone density. Osteopenia, or a gradual decline in bone mass and strength, affects an estimated 6.3 million Australians and can lead to osteoporosis, a disease where bones become porous, brittle, and more prone to fractures. You won’t feel your bones weakening, which is why it’s often referred to as a “silent disease”, with many of us not realising it’s even happening. “A lot of women think ‘I’m young and don’t need to think about bone health yet’, or ‘only older women need to worry about bone health’, but it’s just not true,” says Priceline pharmacist Melissa Gannon. While bone density naturally peaks in our late 20s to…

An oldie but a goodie! This cool-weather dessert costs hardly anything to make, especially if you’re using up stale bread that would otherwise have gone to waste. I’ve used rolls here, because that’s what would most commonly go stale in our house, but you can use whatever bread you like – even raisin toast. The cinnamon sugar makes it reminiscent of a custard donut. "When A was growing up, absolutely everything that was put on the table had a firth eye on economy as well as filling hungry little belliss." Bread & butter pudding with cinnamon sugar SERVES 4 PREP + COOK TIME 45 MINUTES 4 eggs 1 cup (250ml) thickened cream 1 cup (250ml) milk ¾ cup (165g) caster sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 4 bread rolls or 8…

Tuna & cheddar melts SERVES 1 (MAKES 2 ) PREP & COOK TIME 10 MINUTES 180g can tuna in olive oil, drained 1 tablespoon chopped parsley 1 small tender inner stalk celery, chopped finely 1 green onion, chopped finely 2 teaspoons baby capers, drained 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 large slices sourdough bread, toasted on one side 100g coarsely grated cheddar 2 anchovy fillets, halved lengthways, optional fresh rocket, for serving 1 Combine the tuna, parsley, celery, green onion, capers and lemon juice in a bowl. Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. 2 Divide tuna mixture over untoasted sides of bread, spreading to cover edges, and top with cheese and anchovies, if using. 3 Grill for 2-3 minutes or until bubbling and golden. Serve with…

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Some children have to live up to parental expectations. I have to escape mine. My father is Edward McCarthy and my uncles are the McCarthy brothers, whom the tabloids refer to as “colourful local identities” or “ex-cons” but never “gangsters” because my father has a barrister on speed-dial. I have never understood why people use the term “organised crime”. They never talk about “organised nursing” or “organised teaching” or “organised accountancy”. Why do criminals get this added descriptor? Maybe because most crimes are chaotic and impulsive and stupid, which is why the perpetrators get caught. Not Edward McCarthy. Accusations and insinuations slide off him like he’s John Gotti, the Teflon Don. Nothing ever sticks. “With extra mustard,” says Coop, relaying the last of the order. “We’ll be there in 15.”…

Leo Jul 24 -Aug 23 While Mercury retrograde in your sign might not be what you’d order for your glamorous, amorous season in the sun, it does offer golden opportunities to refine your communication styles: writing, speaking and behavioural. When Mercury takes a turn for the positive in August’s second week, irritations morph into uproarious stories, and creative projects get a fresh stimulus package. August ends with a flourish as diva Venus restores your roar with her dramatic entrance into Leo to a backing track of Leo Whitney Houston: “Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all ... ” Virgo Aug 24 -Sep 23 Lively Mars in Virgo for the first week of this month is a great motivator for getting a lot of stuff done. But its…

Letter of the month Finally Friday and a new issue of AWW! My cat, Mitsy, has a favourite spot to take a nap while I am reading. Quiet time together, cold nights outside, cosy inside, purr-fect moments. Werribee South, Vic. Iconic cover star Thank you for showcasing Jane Fonda (above) and her many talents and achievements (Jane Fonda: The revolution within, AWW, July). From her incredible performances, to turbulent relationships and her joy in family and friends, she truly is an icon. Her philanthropy and dedication to changing the lives of many for the better is what keeps her young. C. Hatzis, Yokine, WA. Time to celebrate One of five children, I grew up on the Children’s Birthday Cake Cookbook. Mum would make the cake and us kids would shape,…

He’s sold over 300 million records, is one of only 21 EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony award) winners and is as renowned for his style as he is for his hits. Now the living legend has launched a new project, the Elton John Eyewear collection, exclusively with Specsavers (specsavers.com.au, available now). He chats to The Weekly about why he needed to return Down Under, as well as the secrets to his personal style. We are excited to receive the Elton John Eyewear collection in Australia. Why was it important to you to launch here? Australia has always held a very special place in my heart. It was one of the highlights of the farewell tour … it’s unforgettable. So to now have my eyewear range make its way Down Under…

“We don’t have as many opportunities … if we don’t get involved in events they just won’t exist.” A line is forming outside the Oliver Gallagher Pavilion at the Alpha Showgrounds in Central Western Queensland. Entries close at 11am, and there’s no time to waste. A woman hands over a sculpture made from the sliced top of a watermelon. “It’s a turtle,” she offers, helpfully. Behind her, someone carries a Lego bulldozer; another cradles a bunch of flowers stuffed into a cowboy boot. “It’s organised chaos,” laughs Catharine Bowyer, juggling an armful of crocheted blankets. It’s her first year as chief steward of the pavilion, and she’s been preparing for this moment for months. Alpha is home to around 500 people on the edge of the outback, ringed by cattle…

Neysa King has a spring in her step as she walks the hospital corridor. Noiselessly, she crosses the threshold to Intensive Care where she checks on one of her charges. A gentle hand on the shoulder. Neysa has a gift for this work. It’s hard to believe that, after a career in business, she only found her way back to her first love – nursing – two years ago. She was 70 when she graduated from university and put on her navy nursing scrubs for the first time in almost 40 years. “It’s bloody hard work,” she admits. “It’s exhausting, but I love it because it’s meaningful, and it’s purposeful and there is always so much to learn.” Neysa’s first round of nursing was in her 20s. “I did hospital-based…

Hands are the Cinderella of beauty: They suffer a cruel lack of credit for all the hard yakka they do. They cook, type, scrub and dig. They chop, lug and swipe. They wrestle with flatpacks. And for all their troubles, they gratefully make do with a dollop of moisture while our sister skin – our pampered complexions – are lavished with a multi-step routine of serums, masks and lotions. “We take our hands for granted,” says Dr Jan Knight, General Practitioner and Cosmetic Physician at Intelligent Ageing and creator of Silky Paws, a hard-working hand lotion designed to be used liberally and often. “But the tide is shifting as women seek out protection, restoration and care for the hand area specifically ... people are becoming more aware as the face…

If you’ve ever found yourself googling “is this normal?” about anything below the belt, you’re not alone. As we age, so too do our vulvas and vaginas – and yet, for something that plays such a vital role in our wellbeing, pleasure and quality of life, it’s still shrouded in a bit of mystery. “Vaginas aren’t just about sex – though that’s definitely a key part of the picture,” says Dr Ceri Cashell, a GP specialising in women’s health and co-founder of the free online menopause community, Healthy Hormones. “They’re also essential to our everyday comfort and health.” Whether you’re navigating dryness, itching, bladder leaks or changes in desire, now’s the time to get curious and proactive about what’s happening. Ask your GP about vaginal hormones As hormone levels drop…

Testing, testing ... Lung Cancer is the fifth most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia, and the leading cause of cancer death each year. To help combat this, the first new national cancer screening program in 20 years, the National Lung Cancer Screening Program, launches this month. It’s estimated the free test will save 12,000 lives over the next 10 years by diagnosing more than 70 per cent of cases at an earlier stage. Check with your GP to see if you’re eligible or visit lungfoundation.com.au Healthy AGEING Balancing act Can’t stand on one leg with your eyes closed? It matters more than you might think. A recent Mayo Clinic study has found that our ability to balance is a strong indicator of healthy ageing, even more so than strength or…

As Chief Home Economist in The Weekly’s Test Kitchen back in the late 1970s, Pamela Clark – who would go on to become Food Director in 1983 – was responsible for many of the famous creations in the Children’s Birthday Cake Book. But the one that’s remained her perennial favourite is the Dolly Varden, not least because it’s what she’s often called “mindbogglingly simple”. Named after the flamboyantly dressed character in Charles Dickens’ novel Barnaby Rudge, Pamela’s Dolly Varden came about quite easily. The first step was baking the packet mix in a rounded tin before hollowing a cavity in the middle of what would become the skirt for the doll to sit. “In those days we had to cut the legs off the doll because they were the wrong…

City culture & alpine charm First stop into my Swiss adventure is Zürich which offers a perfect blend of modern sophistication and cosy traditions, especially during the festive season. Nestled beside the glistening Lake Zürich and framed by snow-dusted Alps, it transforms into a magical escape during winter. We wander through the enchanting Christmas markets scattered across the city from the opulent Christkindlimarkt inside the Hauptbahnhof (the main train station) – it is one of the largest indoor markets with its central 15-metre tall conifer dripping with Swarovski crystal ornaments – to the storybook setting of the Old Town’s Niederdorf. Partaking in regular refreshment stops, I now have a much greater appreciation of glühwein as it makes total sense when the average daily city temperature during winter is four degrees!…

Island TOUR Rambling royals The windswept Faroe Islands, on the doorstep of the Arctic, feature beautiful and forbidding landscapes, narrow fjords, and a small, but welcoming population. Queen Mary and King Frederik X of Denmark took Princess Josephine to explore Koltur, the least populated of the 18 north Atlantic Islands, ahead of their official tour. The royals enjoyed taking a zipline over a gorge. Women we love Honour in Order Deborah Hutton has been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for her community health and media work. “This recognition feels far bigger than me,” she said. Ms MI6 British spy agency MI6 will be headed by a woman for the first time in its history. Blaise Metreweli, who was director general of technology and innovation, has been elevated…

Sissy Spacek is finding it tough to say no right now. And that’s lucky for us, as it means she’s agreed to a chat over Zoom from her family home, where she reveals this stage is part of the regular swings and roundabouts of the approach she takes to life. “Sometimes I’m in a ‘no’ phase,” the Oscar-winning actress explains. “I just say no to everything. But just recently I’m going through a ‘yes’ phase and I’ve been very excited. “Mainly I’ve been saying yes to my grandchildren. I have two – a four-yearold girl and her five-year-old brother. They’re just so entertaining and precious, so I’m enjoying them and spending a lot of time with them. And then I’ve been working a lot.” First work cab off the rank…

Sussan Ley has had many challenging jobs. As an 18-year-old, she spent her nights dragging commercial vacuum cleaners through Myer in Belconnen. She was briefly an air traffic controller at Australia’s busiest airport, then worked as an aerial stock-musterer, flying low over Queensland’s parched Channel Country, herding livestock. Since being elected to parliament in 2001, she’s held high-profile cabinet ministries and served as Deputy Leader of the Opposition. She’ll tell you her toughest gig was working as a shearer’s cook, which meant rising at 4am to light the wood-fired stove. She was expected to produce a hot breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus cake and pies for tea breaks, for shearers who made it known they could fire her if they didn’t like her grub. “You made everything from scratch with…

“I learned not to be afraid of failure. I learnt just to be brave. Getting up, making an idiot of yourself.” It was only supposed to be a three-month stint. Departing their home in Melbourne with 20-month-old daughter Clancy McWaters in tow, Lynne McGranger – who was replacing original actress Jacquy Phillips on the Sydney set of Home and Away – half-jokingly said to her partner, Paul, that, “if I get offered this as a full-time gig, you’re going to have to give up work”. Luckily the musician and sound engineer, who Lynne had met when she was performing comedy in Albury in the mid-1980s, was “raring to go” when that three months eventually turned into what would be an impressive 33-year contract. Having dated for six years, it was…

I hand my partner, Matt, my phone and tell him to hide it. The time is 7pm, hour zero of the phone ban I’ve imposed on myself. I was recently separated from my phone for about five hours and the resulting panic and anxiety was deeply shaming. I’d suspected my attachment to my magic rectangle had the qualities of addiction, but it wasn’t until I noticed my hand repeatedly reaching for it when I knew it wasn’t there, fingers twitching, that I had to confront the hold my device had over me. I’m not alone. There are 1.2 mobile phones for every person in Australia, and we’re spending more than six hours a day on them, according to Red Search’s 2025 screen time report. Cognitive neuroscientist Mark Williams runs workshops…

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One sold every 4 seconds That’s how often someone around the world buys a bottle of Clarins’ iconic Double Serum, $194. And for good reason – this potent anti-ageing treatment combines 22 plant extracts, including turmeric, to reduce visible signs of ageing. The result? Firmer, smoother skin with a renewed, radiant glow. Try THIS! Clean slate Jones Road, created by make-up artist Bobbi Brown, has arrived in Australia. Made with mature skin in mind, this beauty brand has gained cult status for its skin-loving tints, balms, and formulas that enhance natural beauty rather than cover it. Our pick? The Miracle Balm, $70, a radiance-boosting multitasker that adds a sheer wash of colour to cheeks, lips, or lids. Night shift Wake up to smoother, more radiant skin with Avène DermAbsolu…

From all-natural evangelicals claiming watermelon juice is as good as sunscreen, to celebrities endorsing flat-tummy tea, our digital lives are awash with questionable wellness claims. But what about that menopause supplement with supposed clinical trials, or the anti-cellulite cream your sister swears by? In a sea of miracle cures and disguised sales pitches, how can intelligent women separate fact from fad? In 2004, the voice of 16-year-old Casey Donovan filled living rooms across Australia, as she was catapulted into the public eye as the winner of Australian Idol season two. With the country transfixed by her talent, the media soon began to scrutinise her body. “I think at one point I answered a question about what I’d had for breakfast. And I said, ‘A can of Coke and Snickers!’ and…

Satay lemongrass chicken SERVES 4 PREP + COOK TIME 45 MINUTES (+ MARINATING TIME) 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil 1 stalk lemongrass, chopped finely 1 small onion (80g), chopped coarsely 5cm piece fresh ginger, grated finely 3 cloves garlic, peeled 1 fresh small red chilli, seeded, chopped 2 makrut lime leaves, centre vein removed 2 tablespoons finely grated palm sugar or brown sugar 2 tablespoons tamarind puree 1 cup (280g) crunchy dark roast peanut butter 2 tablespoons soy sauce 8 large (1.2kg) chicken thigh fillets lime wedges, extra sliced chilli, coriander leaves, steamed rice to serve 1 Process oil, lemongrass, onion, ginger, garlic, chilli and lime leaves in a small food processor until as smooth as possible. Spoon into a large bowl, then add palm sugar, tamarind, peanut butter…

Cheesy salmon & veggie pasta bake SERVES 4 PREP TIME 15 MINUTES COOK TIME 55 MINUTES I created this dish, similar to tuna mornay, to encourage my girls to eat salmon. It’s a favourite in our household. It’s a fantastic way to introduce kids to fish and plenty of veggies, great for meal prep and freezes beautifully too. 400g bow tie pasta 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 4 x 150g salmon fillets, skin removed 60g unsalted butter 2 leeks, white part only, finely sliced 3 tablespoons plain flour 1 teaspoon dijon mustard 1 litre (4 cups) full-cream milk 125ml (½ cup) thickened cream 125g (1 cup) freshly grated cheddar or tasty cheese, plus extra for sprinkling 60g (1 cup) broccoli florets 155g (1 cup) frozen peas 150g (1 cup)…

Warming winter fruit galette TM7 TM6 TM5 TM31 SERVES 8 PREP TIME 20 MINUTES TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR 45 MINUTES SHORT CRUST PASTRY 200g plain flour, plus extra to dust 120g unsalted butter, chilled and cut into 2cm pieces 20g caster sugar 1 pinch sea salt 1 egg, separated 40g ice-cold water SPICED FRUIT FILLING 50g caster sugar 40g sherry, brandy or orange liqueur 50g raisins or sultanas 1 teaspoon vanilla bean extract 1 cinnamon quill 4 cardamom pods, crushed 3 whole cloves  1 apple, cored, cut into halves and thinly sliced 2 small Beurre Bosc  pears, cored, cut into halves and thinly sliced  2 rhubarb sticks (approx 125g), trimmed, cut into 6cm lengths  PECAN FRANGIPANE  100g pecan nuts  80g unsalted butter, softened  80g dark brown sugar  1 egg  30g…

Creating a cocooning home begins with a reality check. It starts with your feelings, the rest is down to lifestyle, choice, budget and a sprinkling of personal magic. Return to the points outlined here when you are feeling overwhelmed – or shut your eyes, point and see what advice you land on. The chances are it might just be the prompt you need. Which words express how you want to feel? Most people never stop to consider this, but it has a major influence on the design outcome. How does your home currently feel? What needs to change? What works? What homes do you love? Look to films, history and real life. What styles do you like? Classic or contemporary, bohemian or Scandi, modern rustic or colourful, minimalist or maximalist?…

Seductive STORYTELLING Ruins by Amy Taylor, Allen & Unwin By late August, the summer heat in Athens is oppressive. Tourist numbers dwindle and local families with the means leave the city for the islands. The sun feels “harsh”, “domineering” and “slightly sinister as if it intended to slowly boil you,” as described by author Amy Taylor in her new novel Ruins, which is set in the Greek capital. Heat radiates from this book, sweat drips off the pages. It’s fitting, not just because of the setting, but the subject matter. When British couple Emma and Julian arrive in Athens to house-sit for a friend, they settle into the apartment on the fifth floor of a polykatoikia, distinctive tiered apartment buildings built in the ’50s. Inside, the apartment is small but…

August 3, 1966 In this issue ... A feline crew member on her owner’s 31ft sloop, Tiptoe (or Tippy for short) donned her own yellow life jacket for this cover-girl moment. Inside, we celebrated the recent marriage of Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow with a snap of the nuptials. Closer to home, in the wake of NSW Government department bans on workers wearing miniskirts, a roving reporter questioned local businesses on their stance and there wasn’t a lot of support for the daring new look. Hitting back, however, was one indignant teen. “Old men in the street say, ‘Pull your dress down’,” she told The Weekly. “They shouldn’t be looking in the first place.” On page four we met Rev. Father Kevin O’Connor, the “Singing Priest of the Outback”, whose…