Innholdsfortegnelse for May 1, 2017 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

A year ago, Suits actress Meghan Markle was happily single, starring in one of TV’s biggest shows and eagerly planning her break into movies. But now the stunning brunette is on the brink of giving it all up for love. Instead of planning her next screen role, the 35-year-old divorcée from California is preparing to become a princess. “The turn Meghan’s life has taken is like something from a film,” marvels a close friend, speaking exclusively to Woman’s Day. “If you’d told her a year ago that she’d have fallen for a prince and be facing a life of royalty, she’d have laughed the house down. “But she’s fully aware of what’s at stake and what she has to give up. She’s made it clear that her love for Prince…

She’s always shared a close bond with Harry and last week, the Duchess of Cambridge publicly praised her brother-in-law after he bravely spoke out about his battle with mental health. “He’s been brilliant,” the casually dressed mum-of-two said as she chatted to teacher Jamie Maloy during a reception at Kensington Palace, agreeing that Harry was “a hero” for speaking out. Kate even hinted at her own struggles after the arrival of Prince George in 2013, saying, “Nothing can prepare you for motherhood, especially the first time round – the mixed emotions!” Days earlier, Kate was pictured curtseying to the Queen at an Easter church service. Standing between her husband William and his cousin Princess Beatrice, the duchess beamed as she formally greeted her grandmother-in-law. Experts say it’s tradition for Kate…

At first glance, it looks like the perfect portrait of a mother and son enjoying some quality time together – but behind Hugh Jackman and mum Grace McNeil’s happy smiles is a heartbreaking history of abandonment, which the actor has only now finally learnt to live with. Over the past decade, the 48-year-old Hollywood superstar has worked hard to repair his fractured relationship with his mother, who shockingly walked out on him, his four elder siblings, Ian, Ralph, Zoe and Sonia, and their father Christopher when Hugh was just eight. In a show of togetherness, Hugh was spotted treating his mum to dinner at London’s swanky Chiltern Firehouse in February and Grace was also in the audience when he appeared recently on The Graham Norton Show to promote his final…

For the first 47 years of Ian Winson’s life, sport was his passion. But after experiencing acute physical and mental trauma when he lost both legs in an horrific accident, it’s clear that sport has also proven to be his saviour. It was June 4, 2011, when the engineer was left fighting for his life after a massive gas explosion. His loss of blood was huge and for the first few hours, it was touch-and-go whether he would survive. Over the past six years, the West Aucklander has undergone 26 operations and spent a combined 14 months in hospital. He has had surgery on his arms and hand, skin grafts, leg operations and has even had a growth removed from his stomach. Besides losing both legs and a finger, Ian…

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Perfect Fish ’n’ Chips SERVES 4 PREPARATION & COOKING 50 MINUTES 750g potatoes, peeled vegetable oil for deep-frying 750g firm white fish fillets, cut into 8 pieces 1/3 cup cornflour BATTER 1½ cups self-raising flour ½ cup cornflour 1½ cups chilled beer ¼ cup chilled soda water TARTARE SAUCE ½ cup whole-egg mayonnaise 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 teaspoons capers, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped to serve (optional) 1. BATTER. Sift flours into a large bowl. Gradually whisk in beer and soda water to form a thin batter. 2. TARTARE SAUCE. Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl. 3. Cut potatoes lengthways into 1.5cm slices, then cut each slice lengthways into 1.5cm chips. Place chips in a bowl of iced water while preparing remaining potatoes to prevent…

I’m here to confess what a bad parent I am. Twice in a row this week I forgot to order my daughter’s school lunch. A lunch order is a rare treat and I’d promised her she could have one. My job was to log on to the school’s website and tick the “mince pie” box. It would duly be delivered to her at lunchtime. Moments after dropping her to school and promising her I would do that, I promptly forgot. At school pick-up that afternoon, she hopped into the car with a face full of fury. She gave me that look. “What’s your problem?” I asked innocently. “What’s with the foul face?!” “Did you forget something today?” she asked. “Ummm, no?” I replied. “My lunch!” she hollered. “I’ve been starving…

Q My husband surprised me last week after a night out and asked if I would give him a lap dance. I said no. Is that wrong? He’s never asked before. • Bump Alert!, Hamilton A It doesn’t sound like he will be asking again soon either. The answer depends on the reasons why you didn’t want to let your inner Beyoncé out. It’s perfectly OK for partners to express their sexual fantasies and desires, and it’s equally OK to say no if it’s something you don’t feel comfortable with. But in the words of Dr Phil McGraw, “How’s that working for you?” An intimate sexual relationship relies on some kind of trust, compatibility and sometimes compromise. In the grand scheme of affairs, a shimmy about on your husbands groin…

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1 BRITISH HISTORY & CULTURE LESSONS The Los Angeles-born star is being schooled on the history of Britain so she avoids public gaffes. She’s also getting culture lessons on everything from fox hunting to UK reality TV. 2 NO MORE TV! The idea of a princess filming sex scenes made palace officials uncomfortable, so they’ve asked Meghan to turn her back on Hollywood. “Meghan was told in a sit-down chat with a palace PR team that she could do charity acting gigs, but no more sexy heroines,” says our insider, adding it’s likely her Suitscharacter Rachel will soon be killed off. 3 CHOOSING HER CHARITY Meghan and Harry are being asked to create a long-term charity plan – and sources say they’re likely to opt for projects involving orphans in…

When Paul Henry flew into Los Angeles Airport last month, fellow travellers might have noticed the broadcasting legend chuckling as he filled in his customs forms. For the first time ever, he proudly penned the word “retiree” in the occupation box. “It really made me laugh,” the 56-year-old tells us over the phone from his holiday home in the US desert resort of Palm Springs. “I’m quite a young retiree, but I’m embracing everything about it. I’ve always joked about myself being somewhat elderly, so it definitely feels pretty comfortable. I think getting older is a mixture of something that requires congratulations and a certain relief.” Speaking to Woman’s Day to promote his latest wine release, Paul sounds relaxed and happy with his dreamy new reality. It’s understandable given he’s…

Not even a year after her nasty split from Johnny Depp, actress Amber Heard is preparing to walk down the aisle with tech multi-billionaire Elon Musk! “Amber and Elon are both very serious about each other,” the star’s dad David confirms. “She would love to get married. One of the things they want to do is settle down and have a family. They are making plans for that.” PayPal founder Elon, 45, who is worth $20 billion, first met Amber, 31, after making a cameo in her 2013 film Machete Kills, while she was still with Johnny, 53. The pair have firmly denied rumours of a romance, which have been circling since last July, but in recent weeks, they’ve been spotted on several cosy movie dates.…

When Claudia Hoskins first met Zac Franich, she revealed she’d once broken 19 bones. But what the bubbly blonde didn’t confess to the Bachelor that night was how she’d narrowly avoided death in a brutal car crash shortly after discovering her then-boyfriend had been unfaithful. After being pulled unconscious from the wreckage of her mangled vehicle in rural Auckland, the reality star, 21, now knows just how lucky she was to survive. But at the time of the accident, in January last year, Claudia took her life into her own hands when she intentionally drove her car off the road and into a power pole. “I wasn’t thinking about the consequences it would have on my family, my friends and my boyfriend – I just made a split decision in…

Green Party co-leader Metiria Turei got her first tattoo at 20. Now, at 47, just a year younger than her beloved father Richard was when he died, she has had his memory etched on her arm, in the form of a ta moko. The tattoo – which also features elements that represent herself, her daughter Piupiu and her husband Worik Stanton – is proudly displayed on her left forearm. On her right arm, a newly inked tattoo pays tribute to Metiria’s mother Janice, her sister Tania, and her nieces and nephews. They are, says Metiria, both a reflection of the demanding, itinerant lives politicians lead and a long-held desire to add to that first tattoo, a “somewhat wonky” DIY job on her upper back, done in a friend’s garage 27…

When six-year-old Saoirse Gaffney was told she had cancer, she asked her father if she was going to die. David Gaffney looked his precious daughter in the eye and simply told her, “No.” “We’re not going to let that happen,” declares Irish-born David, looking across at Saoirse’s mum Sylvaine Novel. “It’s our job to make the best medical decisions on our daughter’s behalf and keep her safe.” Saoirse (pronounced seer-sha), which means “liberty” in Gaelic, is a little girl with a big battle ahead. “I have Wilms tumours,” she says matter-of-factly from her home in Wellington, where she lives with her parents, both 34, and brother Benjamin, 21 months. On the day Woman’s Day visits, the bright wee girl with a smattering of freckles across her nose is dressed up…

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If you’re reading this slumped on the couch with a Tim Tam in hand, it might be time to bust a move! Aside from keeping your waistline in check, regular exercise helps to prevent chronic disease and is associated with lower rates of depression and dementia, and a reduced risk of early death. Trouble is, as we age, our fitness declines, so it’s vital to challenge ourselves with each passing decade. Take our quiz to get a measure of how fit you are now, then find out how to help your body feel younger… 1. How often do you work out for 30 minutes or more a week? A Less than three times a week B Three to four times a week C Five times a week or more 2.…

Just a five-hour flight from Auckland, then a 50-minute drive from Cairns, the Queensland resort town of Port Douglas proves to be the perfect place to escape the cold. 1 Location, location! An enclave of luxury hotels sandwiched between golden-sand beaches and tropical jungle, Port Douglas bills itself as the place where the rainforest meets the reef. Indeed, it’s the only place on the planet where two World Heritage Sites, the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, sit side by side. Both are ripe for exploration, but if you’re simply after some sun and poolside cocktails, you need never leave your resort. Certainly, after hopping off my cushy Philippine Airlines direct flight (four times a week from Auckland) and arriving at the sophisticated oasis of the QT Port Douglas…

Q My son is dating a girl who we all love – until she gets drunk. They are only in their early 20s, but I can see she is on the way to a drinking problem. He just laughs it off. Should I contact her parents or just stay out of it? • Mum Anon, Tauranga A The only person you can control is yourself and the only person who can sort themselves out are the people themselves. She has to see she has a problem and then want to fix it. I suggest when she is sober, you address it with her and perhaps her parents, and tell her there are programmes should she ever need them. Alcoholism is a progressive disease. If she is an alcoholic or has…

GIRLS Seasons one to six on Neon Rating: ★★★★★ We bid a sad farewell to Lena Dunham and her gang as the final season of this beloved drama starts this week. Will the fab four find their happily ever after? CASTING JONBENET Friday on Netflix Rating: ★★★★ Taking on one of the world’s most infamous child-murder cases, this new documentary will explore every tragic and fascinating detail. ME BEFORE YOU Available on Neon Rating: ★★★ Based on the best-selling novel, this moving film tells the tale of a wealthy paralysed man who falls in love with his caregiver. CHELSEA Seasons one and two on Netflix Rating: ★★★★ Chill with funnywoman Chelsea Handler, whose side-splitting late-night talk show is now available to stream.…

» Kiwi soap star George Mason is branching out into modelling underwear, but the Home and Away actor insists he’s more comfortable hanging around his Sydney home naked! “We were born with no clothes,” the Invercargill-born 25-year-old tells Woman’s Day. “It’s cool. You’ve got to shake what your mama gave you!” However, George confesses he initially turned down the offer when Bonds asked him to be an ambassador – it was his rumoured fiancée, French beauty Manon Buchalet, who changed his mind. “My girl is the model, not me, but when I told her about it, she immediately said I had to go for it. I’m pretty lucky to have her in my life.” Posing alongside a fellow Kiwi, model Annabella Barber, the actor admits he wasn’t always this ripped…

Flaunting her abs-olutely fabulous beach body in a red-hot bikini in Hawaii, Britney Spears had it all going on! While the 35-year-old juggles raising her sons, Sean, 11, and Jayden, 10, with her residency in Las Vegas and preparing for a global tour, the star looked like she didn’t have a care in the world. Insiders say Britney has a secret weapon – beau Sam Asghari, 23. And the toyboy dancer finally has the thumbs-up from dad Jamie, who’s had complete control over the diva’s finances since her 2008 breakdown. “Sam doesn’t party and he doesn’t do drugs or alcohol,” says a close source. “He has a super-healthy lifestyle and that’s been rubbing off on Brit.”…

Aside from the odd snob who doesn’t believe a Californian divorcée should ever darken the doors of Kensington Palace, I think we can all agree that our cover girl Meghan Markle will make a beautiful royal bride. That Prince Harry is one lucky chap – and courageous too. Last week, he showed bravery beyond even what we’d expect from a veteran of the war in Afghanistan by speaking out about his struggles with mental health. It was heart-wrenching to hear of his two decades of anguish after the death of his beloved mother. But I’m stoked to see that he and other members of the royal family are putting their considerable influence behind such an important cause – removing the stigma attached to mental illness and showing people that it’s…

For generations, maintaining a stiff upper lip has been seen as a particularly British virtue, epitomised by the royal family’s stoic approach to life. But Prince Harry has broken the trend by making a brave confession about his mental health, revealing he sought counselling after enduring two years of “total chaos” in his 20s as he struggled to deal with the loss of his mother. In a candid podcast, the prince admits he “shut down all his emotions” for almost two decades after Princess Diana’s 1997 death, when he was just 12. He admits, “My way of dealing with it was sticking my head in the sand, refusing to ever think about my mum – because why would that help? I thought, ‘It’s only going to make you sad –…

Anything Taylor Swift can do, Harry Styles can do better! The hunky One Direction singer has broken his silence on his revenge song-writing former flame, revealing that their rocky romance has heavily inspired his new solo record. “Relationships are hard at any age and adding in that you don’t really understand exactly how it works when you’re 18, trying to navigate all that stuff didn’t make it easier,” the 23-year-old pop heart-throb explains of their 2013 fling. “It was a learning experience.” Harry doesn’t name another woman who he says was “a huge part of the album”, but our money is on Auckland-born model Georgia Fowler, who is rumoured to have inspired his new song “Kiwi”, which saw the singer handing out slices of kiwifruit to fans in New York…

They’ve been the subject of endless speculation, but Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck have finally made it crystal clear their marriage is over by officially filing for divorce. The superstar pair, who were married for 10 years, first separated in 2015 amid reports that Jennifer, 45, was fed up with her husband’s problems with gambling, drugs and alcohol. Determined to make things easy on their kids, Violet, 11, Seraphina, eight, and Samuel, five, the duo are regularly photographed together and are believed to have tried reconciliation several times. But following reports that Ben, 44, is dating his rehab nurse Elizabeth Weaver, the pair really are moving on this time. “Both of them feel a sense of relief,” tells a mutual pal. “Jen has done all her grieving for the marriage…

When I took the job as host of The Bachelor New Zealand, the last thing I expected was for my own love life to be featured on the show – isn’t Zac the man of the moment? But I was pulled into the storyline last week when it was revealed I’d had a relationship with one of the new Bachelorettes, Karina Grant. It was a brief romance back in 2015, when Karina and I were introduced through mutual friends. She’s a great girl and we went on a couple of dates – and even though it didn’t work out, we ended on good terms. So I really felt for her having to deal with the drama! It was certainly a surprise to see her on the show – and yes,…

While little Eissa is being showered with love and attention, his cousin Blanket, Michael Jackson’s youngest son, appears to be all but forgotten. Blanket’s big sister Paris, 19, revealed recently the 15-year-old has been virtually raising himself alone in a seven-bedroom, 10-bathroom mansion in Los Angeles after his dad’s tragic death in 2009. The teen has been under the guardianship of his grandmother Katherine, 86, and his cousin TJ, 38, but Paris fears he’s not getting the adult supervision he needs, saying, “This poor kid, he fends for himself. There’s no-one to make sure he’s even eating right. If you call a bowl of cereal or a Snickers bar a meal, then I guess he’s OK.”…

Taupo mum Myra Williams’ trip to Bali was meant to be a fresh start – part holiday and part detox from an addiction to booze and drugs which had spiralled since her early teens. After her mum Cherie took her own life in 2014, the 28-year-old had finally decided – with encouragement from family and friends – to get sober. Instead, Myra has found herself living a nightmare after a packet of methamphetamine tumbled from her pocket as she arrived at Ngurah Rai International Airport. Last week, Indonesian judges – who often consider drug offences more serious than murder – handed her a two-and-a-half-year jail sentence for possessing 0.43g of the class-A drug. Talking exclusively to Woman’s Day, Myra, who is now eight months sober and drug-free, has decided to…

A sometimes neglected part of a beauty regime, caring for the skin on your hands is often treated as an indulgence rather than a top priority. But cold weather, repeated hand washing and even workouts with weights or gardening take their toll, and around this time of year, toughened, dry or chapped hands can be an issue. Whether you make it part of an everyday routine, a sensorial treat or you need to remedy dry, sensitised skin, there are plenty of options to help your hands. Tea set Ensure your favourite scent lingers longer with a matching hand cream that deeply nourishes too. Elizabeth Arden White Tea Pure Indulgence Hand Cream, $19. Nail it! Weak, brittle nails and thick, dry cuticles will be dealt to with this advanced formulation. O.P.I…

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Crispy Vegetable Bake SERVES 4-6 PREPARATION 15 MINUTES COOKING 50 MINUTES 1 x 450g eggplant, chopped 2 courgettes, sliced 1 red capsicum, seeded, cubed 1 red onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 400g can diced tomatoes 1/3 cup white wine 1 1 /2 cups fresh breadcrumbs 1/2 cup grated tasty cheese 1. Preheat oven to moderate, 180°C. 2. Combine eggplant, courgette, capsicum, onion and garlic in a shallow 12-cup casserole dish. Stir in tomatoes and wine. Season. 3. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake for a further 15 minutes. 4. Sprinkle combined crumbs and cheese over vegetables. Bake for a further 15-20 minutes until golden and crisp. Bacon & Egg Pies MAKES 12 PREPARATION 20 MINUTES COOKING 25 MINUTES…

Usually I feel sorry for the Ginger because he has to work so hard to keep me fed, watered, away from hospitals, clothed, shod and appropriately holidayed. It’s no mean feat and he pulls it off with great aplomb, and with only a modicum of moaning. If the shoe was on the other foot, I’d be a useless feeder and waterer, and would not stop whingeing for a minute. So I allow my beloved his griping. I’d rather have that and three meals a day than fend for myself while he remains tight-lipped. But I recently made an astonishing discovery: I think the Ginger is faking his moaning. It’s not for real. In other words, he likes his role as chief cook and bottle washer, and launderer and bed-maker. How…

Living in the heart of a big city has its advantages: A two-minute walk to some of the world’s best baristas, a stroll to some of the coolest, hippest stores, a waddle to the movies, and a shuffle to a number of great Thai, Vietnamese and Malaysian restaurants. Living in the city is like living with an audible heartbeat, slightly too fast, sped up by caffeine and traffic. I love the city, but I find my serenity in small-town New Zealand. My partner is a surfer and becomes the fluent speaker of a foreign language when he starts to smell the sea as we drive to a surf spot, his board strapped to the roof. It’s on these trips that I find myself speaking with some of Aotearoa’s finest folks.…

Kiwi comedy favourite Urzila Carlson is bringing the laughter to this year’s Comedy Festival, hosting the launch gala this Thursday and touring the country in May. Now the funnywoman is sharing her favourite fellow females owning the comedy stage. 1 TINA FEY “She’s hands-down my favourite. I read her book about four times before I wrote mine. She’s an inspiration. She’s so funny and everything she touches turns to gold.” 2 AMY POEHLER “I love her. I think she’s amazing. She’s a solid 10. An amazing comic and really hard-working, she will literally do anything and everything from directing to writing. You name it, she’s involved in it.” 3 ELLEN DEGENERES “I’m not a huge fan of her show, weirdly, but if you get a chance to see her do…

Your letters Grow up, ladies When I think about the latest season of The Bachelor NZ, I don’t think there’s a problem with Zac Franich’s performance on camera. Rather, there’s a problem with the childish behaviour and attitudes of the Bachelorettes. But if the ladies’ immaturity was a prerequisite for the producers, we can only guess they were chosen for the drama that’s bound to come up – especially now that Zac is giving out so many reckless kisses! Let’s get ready to put up with the many emotional teenage reactions that are heading our way. • Glenn, Taupo Nadine’s love in paradise What a gorgeous cover story with beautiful bride Nadine Chalmers-Ross and her handsome husband Dan Higgins (WD, April 10). The wedding photos are truly breathtaking and it…

Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 Your central arena is beginning to glow. An indulgent few weeks is on the cards for many, so if you’re watching your waistline, step up those activity levels. Some new sporting gear might be worth every cent. If Mercury has been dredging up forgotten memories, why not start a journal? Gemini MAY 22 – JUN 21 Your stars are crackling with energy, but keep yourself busy or it could turn to anger. Revisit an old hobby or hit the dance floor with a friend. A home overhaul might be in order – grab a feng shui book to help you create that good vibe. Shifting your furniture may improve your luck in unexpected ways. Cancer JUN 22 – JUL 23 Things are looking up!…