Innholdsfortegnelse for May 8, 2017 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Throughout his 17-year rowing career, Kiwi star Eric Murray has earned his place as one of New Zealand’s greatest ever sporting legends. With partner Hamish Bond, “The Kiwi Pair” reached phenomenal success – bagging an astonishing 69 consecutive wins, two Olympic gold medals, eight world championship titles, two Supreme Halberg Awards and 16 world cup victories. But it’s Eric’s inimitable charisma, sense of fun and down-to-earth charm that has made him one of our most-loved athletes – who could forget that trademark handlebar moustache and enormous smile as he crossed the line at the 2016 Olympic Games? While the shelves in Eric’s Cambridge home are heaving with trophies, one of his biggest honours – a gold medal from the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games – has made its way into…

Broadcasting star Carly Flynn has always lived her life a mile a minute. Not long ago, she was working six days a week and training to be a yoga teacher, as well as being a hands-on mum to Tilly, six, and Jude, five. But since welcoming her gorgeous little boy Freddie last month, the 39-year-old has allowed herself to drift into the slow lane – and she’s loving every minute of it. “Right up until I gave birth, I was feeling quite daunted about having a third child,” she tells us as she settles on to the sofa to feed her newest bundle. “But from the minute he arrived, I felt a real sense of completeness. He’s really made us slow our lives down and a lovely calm seems to…

As My Kitchen Rules Australia comes to a close, an unlikely couple have found themselves irresistibly drawn together. Photos exclusively obtained by Woman’s Day show rivals Tyson Murr and Courtney Ferdinands in a series of flirtatious off-set dates. While they’re fierce competitors on screen, when the cameras stop rolling, the duo have been spending more time together. Indeed, during a recent trip to Brisbane, smitten-looking Tyson couldn’t take his eyes off Courtney, who’s taking part in the TVNZ 2 show with her mum Valerie, 61. And Courtney, 29, looked equally enthralled, grinning from ear to ear as she strolled alongside the 26-year-old Queenslander. On another occasion, the foodie duo were caught deep in conversation, enjoying some private time away from the rest of the competitors. It’s no surprise that Tyson…

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From icy platinum to golden highlights, blonde locks are a hot talking point in the salons of Hollywood, with A-listers picking their teams and upping their product arsenals to care for the high-maintenance hues. If you’re keen to update your own colour, make sure you use dedicated products designed to strengthen strands weakened in the lightening process – no matter which shade or style of blonde you choose. BONDING EXPERIENCE When lightening in a salon, ask your stylist about bond preservers. The solutions – now commonly available from the likes of Olaplex, Matrix and Redken – are mixed with bleach in the colouring process to minimise damage to the bonds that make up your hair. Even better? Each system has complementary products to use at home for even more protective…

Being a mum is all about nurturing and caring for our families. My wish for all you fabulous mums out there is that someone makes you a gorgeous breakfast in bed or brunch, and that you are appreciated and loved like you deserve to be on this special day! Maple Granola with Rhubarb & Berry Purée MAKES 4 CUPS PREPARATION 5 MINUTES COOKING 15 MINUTES 3 cups rolled oats 1 cup coconut thread ½ cup sunflower seeds ½ cup pumpkin seeds ½ cup flaked almonds ½ cup maple syrup 1/3 cup coconut oil 1. Preheat oven to 180°C. 2. In a large roasting dish, mix together the rolled oats, coconut, seeds and almonds. 3. In a small bowl or jug, mix together the maple syrup and coconut oil. Pour over…

QWe’ve just moved to the country and my teenage son is desperate for a car. I feel bad because we are so isolated and there’s no public transport, but I also don’t want to spoil him. Any ideas? • Back of Beyond, via email A Buy him his first car. You can get a good one (not a new one, of course) for a couple of grand. You could get him to save for half or not, but I don’t think it’s spoiling him letting him enjoy a little independence. Do it. Q My husband has become very distant and I’m fearful he’s depressed. In the past, he’s suffered from stress and been open about it, but now he’s withdrawn and I don’t know how to reach him. I’m so…

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As part of their campaign to break down barriers, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge made a surprise visit to BBC Radio 1 last week, where they gave a fascinating insight into royal life – even joking about eating a takeaway curry in their trackies when the kiddies are in bed. “We’re both quite keen on box sets when we get time in the evenings,” William revealed, adding that Homelandand Game of Thronesare favourites. He told how Prince George, three, has outgrown Peppa Pig and is now a fan of Fireman Sam. “You have to pretend you’re really interested in it because George gets really upset if you’re not showing due diligence to the characters.” Kate told the hosts she’d always opt for a curry when it comes to takeaways,…

LILY McMANUS “Zac ain’t bad in the lips department,” says Lily, who kissed the smitten Bachelor aboard a boat in Thailand. Her smooch at sea on the Three series makes the 20-year-old the last of these Bachelorettes to join the elite club, but that’s hardly a reflection of Zac and Lily’s strong chemistry. “Kissing someone is a step you take to find out if you’re into someone and going by ours, I’d say we are definitely on the right path.” HANNAH HOWLEY “It’s important to try before you buy,” tells Hannah. The sports nut, 29, from Auckland, says her romantic smooch only made her fall harder for the show’s leading man. “The Zac I get when it’s just us is completely different from someone else’s Zac,” she says. “We’re trying…

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With a busy schedule juggling career, kids and a mountain of housework, it sometimes feels staying fit and healthy is an impossible task. But could the answer be as easy as simply eating more vegetables? The brainchild of Jessica Porter, a former private chef and the author of several diet books, this plan’s premise is simple: If you want to glow on the outside, you have to nourish yourself on the inside. And best of all, you don’t need an army of nannies, nutritionists and personal trainers to transform into the ultimate hot mama. HERE’S THE SKINNY Eating well and ditching the junk is the secret to the plan, which isn’t really a diet at all – it’s much more about using whole foods to achieve an inner goddess-like glow…

It’s hard to know what makes a good mother, isn’t it? And it doesn’t help that the goalposts keep changing. For example, when I was wee, a good mother would have been one who let me eat golden syrup out of the tin and never made me wash my hair. When I was a bit older, a good mother would have been one who agreed that I was adopted and sent me off to live with Anne of Green Gables. As a teenager, a good mother would have let me wear gorgeous, expensive clothes, drive my own car, and go out when and where I felt like it. In my 20s, again, a good mother would let me eat golden syrup out of the tin and never make me wash…

I am the mother of three and had I been fortunate, I would have been a mother of seven. Now that’s a disparity, ain’t it? I got pregnant first (that I know of) two years after Grant and I were married. I’d started a job in Auckland doing breakfast radio with the infamous Kevin “Blackie” Black. It wasn’t ideal timing, but it would be OK. Then at 12 weeks, I started having problems. I was put on bed rest in Auckland Hospital and things sort of settled down, but at 18 weeks, I miscarried our first baby and gave birth to a tiny boy. It broke our hearts. I wanted to die. Not figuratively – I genuinely wanted to die. I decided the pain of miscarriage was just too great…

THE ZOOKEEPER’S WIFE ★★★★ Directed by Kiwi Niki Caro, this emotionally charged war film tells the tale of a Polish woman who saved the lives of hundreds of Jews. Oscar-winning Jessica Chastain plays Antonina Zabinski, who stowed more than 300 Jewish people in her zoo during World War II, but whose story has remained hidden from the history books. A DOG’S PURPOSE ★★★ Starring our very own KJ Apa, this touching tale about a boy and his pup is a must-see for animal lovers! The story follows the reincarnated lives of a dog who tries to figure out his purpose and develops a special bond with a lad named Ethan. To win two double-passes and a copy of the book the movie is based on, head to womansday.co.…

BRIDGET JONES: THE EDGE OF REASON (2004) Every time Bridget hits the screens, we love her even more! Her happy life with beau Mark Darcy is coming undone, just as ex-lover Daniel Cleaver reappears on the scene. TOY STORY 2 (1999) The beloved toys are back and better than ever! Cowboy doll Woody gets stolen from his home by a toy dealer, prompting his cuddly and kooky friends to come to the rescue. THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS (2002) Sir Peter Jackson’s famous trilogy goes from strength to strength, and in this action-packed second instalment, Frodo’s quest continues as he and Sam edge closer to Mordor.…

CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR Available on Neon  Rating: ★★★★★ Widely regarded as Marvel’s best film yet, this 2016 movie is jam-packed with action. Definitely one to add to your streaming watch list. BETTER THINGS Season one on Lightbox  Rating: ★★★★ Meet Sam Fox, a former actress and single mother raising three daughters in LA. She lives a complicated life, but it makes for great TV! JEAN Available on TVNZ OnDemand  Rating: ★★★ If you missed this Kiwi flick about our famous flyer Jean Batten when it aired last year, then good news – you can now stream it! UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT Seasons one and two on Netflix  Rating: ★★★★ With a new season coming up this month, now’s the perfect time to revisit this hilarious series as Kimmy starts her…

Your letters A dreamy Day! I really enjoyed your story about Nadine Chalmers-Ross and Dan Higgins’ wedding (WD, April 10)! Ever since Nadine shared her engagement news with Woman’s Day, I couldn’t wait to see all the photos from their special day – they were so stunning. And dolphins even came along! What a truly beautiful moment to have these majestic mammals in attendance. I’m a new reader of yours and I am now a fan, buying a copy every week. It was also great to read about Toni Street’s health coming right (WD, April 17). What awesome news for her and the family. I’m so happy for her! All the best for the future to Toni and the lovely couple. • Amanda, Auckland A brave young girl I have…

Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 Your intuition is on a roll, so trust those instincts, especially regarding a certain male – he could end up playing a major role. This week’s fix-it mode might extend to a work-related situation, so be sure to speak up. Projects launched under these go-getter stars could boost your bank balance. Gemini MAY 22 – JUN 21 Been over-thinking things? Give your brain a break and throw yourself into something physical. With manic Mars revving you up, you’ll be ticking off tasks in no time. Sunday’s feel-good stars could point you towards an extra-special person. If you’re currently single, keep an open mind. Cancer JUN 22 – JUL 23 Mercury’s midweek shift into forward motion spells good news. Whether it’s a breakthrough at work…

Has Eva Longoria gone troppo? The thrill-seeker upped the ante on her romantic Hawaiian vacation as she made a daring leap into a waterfall in Oahu. Indeed, rest and relaxation were off the holiday agenda for the former Desperate Housewives star, who took the plunge on the sun-soaked island with her hubby of three years, Mexican media mogul José Bastón, 49. The couple’s blissful getaway was very nearly ruined, however, when only days earlier, 42-year-old Eva – whose skimpy bikini revealed a slightly rounded tum – was forced to deny rumours she was expecting. The body-confident star was quick to shut down the pregnancy chatter, saying on Snapchat, “I saw some pictures of myself on a boat and I have to tell you, all I did was eat cheese. Everybody…

Reading my friend Sarah-Kate Lynch’s Mother’s Day column ( page 74 ) about having a great mum (despite its challenges) rang a few bells close to home. Sheesh, I gave my poor mother a run for her money as a teenager. Thankfully, after an office poll, I know I wasn’t the only teen terror. Bizarrely, I was a good student and loved high school, but I was also fiercely independent, often obnoxious and keen to run with a fast crowd. I fought my mum’s strict boundaries tooth and nail, but after many a screaming match, would reluctantly obey – certain I was the most hard done by person on the planet. Hindsight is a wonderful thing because today I’m so grateful for the times she put her foot down and…

MATILDA RICE & MUM DI When Matilda signed up for the first season of The Bachelor New Zealand, her mum Di had some sound advice for her – don’t! “It’s fair to say I wasn’t a fan,” says the business owner. “It’s one of those things that could either go really well or really bad. I’m a feminist from way back, so we discussed things like misogyny and sexism, but ultimately, we all have to make our own decisions and live with the consequences.” With Matilda and her leading man Art Green more in love than ever, the outcome couldn’t have been better, but Matilda insists her mum’s warning helped her go into the show with open eyes. “She’s let me in on hundreds of pearls of wisdom over the…

As freckle-faced Joanie Cunningham on the iconic ’70s sitcom Happy Days, actress Erin Moran charmed an entire generation. She navigated the pitfalls of life as a teenager in small-town America, getting into scrapes with her best friend Jenny Piccolo and earning the nickname “Shortcake” from the show’s famous leather-clad hunk, Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli. It was a shock to everyone who remembered her huge smile and cheeky one-liners last week when Erin died in a trailer park, aged 56 and almost penniless. While rumours initially swirled that she died alone after a lifetime of alcohol abuse, it later emerged that the former child star had, in fact, passed away in the arms of husband Steve Fleischmann after a short battle with throat cancer. As her neighbours – some of whom had…

He hasn’t even delivered his final rose, but could it be our Bachelor is so comfy with his wannabe girlfriends that he’s already letting himself go? If you’ve been checking out Zac’s bod (and haven’t all the girls?), keen fans might have noticed he’s carrying a little extra weight around his tummy. And the only reason I can get away with saying that is ’cos I’ve packed on a few kilos too. At the height of Zac’s training, the former elite sprint kayaker told me he was hitting the gym twice a day, almost seven days a week. But two months of delicious Thai street food, and wooing gorgeous women over drinks and luxury dinners, have caught up with our burly Bachelor. On the flipside, the best part about this…

The last time Anita Woodger visited the historic Auckland homestead of Alberton was 23 years ago. She had just found out she was pregnant with her fourth child, Jeff. Tragically, her beloved youngest son died last August following an eight-year battle with melanoma. Anita, 56, is one of four deserving mums brought together by Woman’s Day and Labour MP Carmel Sepuloni for a special Mother’s Day celebration.Their day of pampering includes a limo ride, glamorous makeover, gifts, flowers, bubbly and a high tea complete with scones, cucumber sandwiches and dainty china. Readers will know Anita’s son Jeff Paterson as the brave young man who spearheaded last year’s successful campaign to have the life-saving melanoma drug Keytruda publically funded. But to Anita, he was “my baby, a deep thinker and a…

Whether you’re a beauty novice or a product junkie, regardless of your make-up expertise, there’s always room to brush up on old skills or learn something new. To mark Mother’s Day, we engaged celebrity make-up artist and L’Oréal Paris Make-up Director Lisa Matson to make over Donna New, 56, and her daughter Olivia, 25, employing tips to make the most of their features. While some of her tricks are age-appropriate, much is relevant to both women – because as we all know, with mums and their girls, knowledge goes both ways! DONNA FOUNDATION To make skin look bright and alive, and to help foundation last without settling into lines, use a dedicated primer. Lisa’s time-saving tip is to mix it into your foundation before applying. “Skin often dulls with age,”…

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MONDAY Chilli Pot Pie SERVES 4 PREPARATION 10 MINUTES COOKING 40 MINUTES 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 red capsicum, seeded, chopped 1 courgette, chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed 500g minced beef 35g chilli seasoning sachet 400g can diced tomatoes ½ cup red wine ½ cup water 400g can four bean mix, rinsed, drained 1 cup grated tasty cheese 4 sheets filo pastry, quartered sour cream, mixed salad leaves, tomato, avocado and coriander salsa to serve 1. In a large saucepan, heat oil on high. Sauté onion, capsicum, courgette and garlic for 3-4 minutes until onion is tender. 2. Add mince. Brown well for 4-5 minutes, breaking up lumps. Stir in chilli seasoning and cook for 1 minute. Preheat oven to hot, 200°C. 3. Stir tomatoes, wine and…

Every day is Mother’s Day,” my dad used to say to us. I think he was just using it as an excuse to make another of his endless declarations of unconditional love for Mum in front of us. But I can’t help thinking now that I am a mother (and stepmum) that every day certainly does not feel like Mother’s Day! The daily grind of motherly Groundhog Day is relentless, frustrating, tiring and draining. Motherhood feels like a solo feat of love, work, commitment, sleepless nights and selflessness in one-way traffic. By one way, I mean you pour it all out, but don’t expect anything to be bouncing back. Children are sponges – they’ll soak it all up, but it will be a long time before they “get it”. Maybe…

It’s all very well getting breakfast in bed and a box of chocolates, but we all know what mums really want – some face time with George Clooney, the thinking woman’s crumpet. So here’s how to find it ... 1 Sonning-on-Thames, Berkshire, England There’s no point ignoring George’s wife, so let’s pretend she’s shopping for baby clothes when we imagine our visit to this fairytale riverside village. An hour west of London (in a car, probably 10 minutes by chopper), George has spent a fortune renovating this mansion, even sending the neighbours away on an expensive trip to alleviate their construction grief. The Clooneys have been spotted at the nearby fancy restaurant The French Horn, but not at local pub The Bull or at Sonning’s Coppa Club diner, which looks…

The man behind Mr Selfridge, Jeremy Piven, gears us up for the final season of his hit show. What will you miss most about playing Harry? There’s so much of it that I’ll miss – he was just a very loving, complex, tragic guy. It was so much fun and challenging to play him, and I’ll never forget it. The cast has a beautiful energy, we fit together really nicely and it’s something I’m very proud of. What can we expect from this new season? We open up towards the latter end of the roaring ‘20s, when people were really enjoying themselves after very dark times with World War I and the Spanish flu outbreak. It’s a great time to be alive and it’s a wonderful place to tell our…

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Having starred in Packed to the Rafters, Love Child and The Wrong Girl, she’s an Australian TV favourite, but actress Jessica Marais says she’s a Kiwi at heart after spending her childhood years in Wellington. Speaking to Woman’s Dayon the red carpet at the Logie Awards in Melbourne, where she won Best Actress for the second year in a row, the 32-year-old says, “I love New Zealand – you can claim me when Australia doesn’t want me any more! “My favourite memories are of walking along a pebble beach in Wellington to get some delicious crumbed fish and chips, and collecting so much pumice from Lake Taupo that my family couldn’t get through customs. Oh, and the earthquake drills – I got to stand under the doorway as I was…