Innholdsfortegnelse for December 18, 2017 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

IT’S A TREESOME! Nothing like the real thing: The league star carries the Chrissy tree, while his red-hot sweetheart shows her appreciation. LET’S SHOP, SHAUN! Girls just wanna buy: The bubbly Silver Fern hands her man his wallet. PASHIN’ STOP The lovebirds can’t keep their hands off each other – and it’s clear she’s all Shaun wants for Christmas. BLING IT ON! Mistletoe, anyone? No need! Sports power couple Kayla Cullen and Shaun Johnson are so loved up that choosing the perfect Christmas tree got them in the mood for a tender kiss last week. Once they’d picked the right Yuletide pine for Shaun’s multimillion-dollar Auckland townhouse – where they’ve been happily co-habiting since earlier this year – they sealed the deal with a cuddle and smooch. As if these…

THIN DISGUISE Since her very public separation with Brad in 2016, the Changeling star has struggled to keep life at home running smoothly for their six children – and she’s admitted that her own wellbeing is being put on the backburner. As Angelina Jolie arrived for work at a Hollywood studio recently, it seemed her baggy black dress had swallowed her whole. Her thin arms and torso were swamped by layers of fabric, but her frail legs betrayed the story she has been trying desperately to hide. What is it that she doesn’t what us to see? Her weight has dropped so dramatically, she now weighs less than her daughter Shiloh. “Ange’s weight has plummeted to a dangerous new low,” says nutrition expert Dr Stuart Fischer. “She’s starving herself and…

They may have saved their love from rock bottom once, but now Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s marriage is back on shaky ground after the rapper publicly confirmed that he’d been unfaithful to his wife. Speaking for the first time about the cheating rumours that have plagued their romance since that infamous elevator bust-up in 2014, Jay-Z admitted, “You have to survive and when you go into survival mode, you shut down all emotion ... And then all the things happen from there – infidelity.” Confirming it almost ended their nine-year marriage, he added, “Most people walk away ... The hardest thing is seeing pain on someone’s face that you caused and then having to live with yourself.” The public tell-all has devastated Beyoncé – mother to their three children, five-year-old Blue…

DOUBLE TROUBLE  This beautiful ring-tailed lemur cradles her twin babies, born in Schönbrunn Zoo, Vienna. Other females in her pack help her care for them. DINNER’S UP, KIDS! Auckland Zoo’s capybara Rosita is now a proud mum to three pups. The largest rodents in the world, these cuties are very social and love to eat together. SPLISH SPLASH Four-month-old Jai Dee enjoys a bath in the Asian elephant pen at Sydney’s Taronga Zoo. CANINE CUTIE Eurasian wolf Ember, a first-time mum, keeps an eye on one of her five cubs, the first to be born at UK’s Cotswold Wildlife Park in its 47-year history. GET THE POINT Keyah keeps an eye on her newborn rhino Fahari, who loves chasing birds at the UK’s West Midlands Safari Park. NOW LOOK EAR!…

Roasted Turkey with Port & Craisin Stuffing SERVES 8 PREPARATION 30 MINUTES (PLUS RESTING) COOKING 3 HOURS 4.5kg whole turkey, trimmed 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups water gravy to serve PORT & CRAISIN STUFFING 15g butter 3 rashers rindless bacon, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 stalk celery, trimmed, diced 2 garlic cloves, crushed ½ cup port 2 tablespoons rosemary leaves, chopped 4 cups fresh breadcrumbs ½ cup craisins ½ cup frozen or fresh pitted cherries, chopped 1/3 cup pistachios, finely chopped 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped 1. Preheat oven to moderate, 180°C. 2. Pat turkey dry with a paper towel. 3. PORT & CRAISIN STUFFING. In a frying pan, melt butter. Sauté bacon, onion, celery and garlic for 4-5 minutes. Add port and rosemary, cooking for 1-2 minutes. Transfer to…

If pastel clothing isn’t your scene, try accessorising with soft hues.A pair of tasselled earrings will lift a darker outfit with ease. Broderie anglaise is ideal for warmer months – this top works with both a soft, feminine skirt or with denim. Stockists Dotti 0800 369 327, Esprit 0800 377 748, EziBuy 0508 500 500, Glassons 0800 GLASSONS, Jacqui E 0800 539 327, Lovisa (09) 845 5141, Max 0800 MAXSHOP, Novo (09) 846 7828, Portmans 0800 769 327, Seed Heritage (09) 376 3850, The Warehouse 0800 422 274…

Platinum blonde is the look of the moment and summer is the time to try it. But the bleaching needs to be done by a professional, especially if your natural colour is dark. Be prepared for a lengthy salon visit and afterwards, the colour has to be maintained with daily care. Pack a couple! Single-use masks are an ideal treat to take away on that summer holiday. Matrix Total Results Miracle Creator Multi-Tasking Hair Mask, $5 each, will intensely nourish your hair in just 60 seconds, ensuring light locks are cared for after being thrashed by the sun and sea. Keep it light Style your tresses with hairspray specially formulated for golden locks, such as John Frieda Sheer Blonde Crystal Clear Shape & Shimmer Hairspray, $19.90, which won’t dull the…

Christmas Cones Need some quick ideas to bring in the Christmas spirit? These decorative festive cones are perfect on the mantelpiece or may be used as table decorations. You’ll need • Papier-mâché cones from Spotlight – as many as you need • Test pots of Resene Del Toro and Red Berry • Paintbrushes • Metallic pipe cleaners or twine • Pins with silver heads 1. Paint some of your cones with two coats of Del Toro and other cones with two coats of Red Berry. When the paint has dried, wrap some of the cones with metallic pipe cleaners or twine. 2. Decorate the other cones by pushing in pins as far as they can go and in a pattern to suit. Keep an eye on the kids if they’re…

It’s party season and I only happen to know this because we live with teens. Actually, for them, every day is party season, but I do know that it feels a tad heightened about now. Longer summer nights, exams, end of school and the festive season makes for a giddy teenager. Conversely, though, a stressful mother. With parties come fights over curfews, battles over alcohol and arguments over what they deem appropriate to wear. Don’t get me started. Why do teenage girls think the shortest of denim cut-offs ever makes for a fetching go-to party outfit? If I can see your tan line on your bum, I’m not buying it. But what would we know? (Hint: Parents know nothing.) We are, of course, required to provide money, transport and sleepover…

Single mum Ada Nicodemou is no stranger to personal heartache. The Home and Away star suffered a tragic stillbirth in 2014 and just 18 months later, she separated from her husband of nine years, Chrys Xipolitas. She’s the first to admit the past few years have been painful, but there’s one thing fans have come to love about Ada – her ability to smile when times are tough. “I’ve been through some awful things,” admits the Aussie actress. “But my perspective on life has changed and I don’t take a moment for granted. I don’t sweat the small stuff.” When it comes to battling her personal struggles, the 40-year-old credits her friend and Home and Away co-star Lynne McGranger – who plays Irene on the show – for helping her…

SISTERS Monday, TVNZ OnDemand Rating: ★★★★ Starring Westside’s Antonia Prebble, this new Australian series follows a group of very different women who suddenly discover they have the same dad. PERSONAL SHOPPER Available on Netflix Rating: ★★★★ This horror follows a personal shopper, played by Kristen Stewart, who is trying to contact the spirit of her dead twin brother in Paris. Don’t expect any retail therapy! DIANA: IN HER OWN WORDS Available on Netflix Rating: ★★★ Hear the late princess discuss her complicated love story with Prince Charles in old audio tapes. CHRISTMAS INHERITANCE On Netflix from Friday Rating: ★★★ ’Tis the season for cheesy festive flicks! An heiress finds herself stranded in a small town inn, where she has to work to earn her keep.…

Think inside the square! Fibre One Salted Caramel Squares, rrp $4.99, are soft-baked bites packed with a salty zing. They’re a great source of fibre and, with just 90 calories per square, you can hit the yoga mat with new energy. We have two Fibre One Yoga Essentials packs, worth $250 each, which include Lululemon yoga gear and two boxes of new Caramel Squares! To enter, visit womansday .co.nz and click on the “Win” tab with the code FB51, or send your name, address and phone number to: Woman’s Day/Fibre One, Response Bag 500235, Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142 by December 22. Contact us! online at womansday.co.nz email us wdaynz@ bauermedia.co.nz follow us @womansdaynz call us (09) 308 2718 facebook.com/  womansdaynz…

At high school, she was known as “Markle Sparkle” due to her popularity and peppy personality – and that dazzling charm was in full display as princess-in-waiting Meghan Markle joined her new fiancé Prince Harry for her first-ever official royal engagement in Nottingham. Throngs of fans chanted, “Meghan, Meghan, Meghan!” as the couple, walking arm-in-arm, arrived at an event to mark World Aids Day just four days after confirming their plans to tie the knot at Windsor Castle in May. “Hi, I’m Meghan,” the humble Suits actress, 36, repeated as she introduced herself to well-wishers in a half-hour walkabout, adding, “I’m so happy. It’s such a thrill to be here.” The brunette beauty obliged in showing off her engagement ring, made a special effort to chat to children, admired the…

THEIR DECADENT NEW DIGS COMFORTABLE LOUNGE ROOM After a day treading the boards, it’s the perfect spot for Nicole to put her feet up. SPACIOUS KITCHEN Nicole says she loves cooking – now she has plenty of room to prepare a feast! OPULENT BEDROOMS The seven suites mean the family has plenty of space for guests. TOWNHOUSE EXTERIOR The lavish home was built in the 19th century. LANDSCAPED ROOFTOP Alfresco dining comes with a view of the famous New York City skyline. As Nicole Kidman’s marriage and career go from strength to strength, her husband Keith Urban has decided now is the perfect time to give his wife the ultimate romantic gift – a luxurious home in New York so she can pursue her Broadway dream. A well-placed insider tells…

On the very same day Shortland Street star Ngahuia Piripi was shooting a scene about another character’s close call with breast cancer, the actress was in the midst of a frightening real-life cancer scare. After she finished filming that afternoon, the Maori beauty – who plays nurse Esther Samuels on the long-running soap – secretly headed to hospital for an ultrasound to find out whether a lump on her right breast was cancerous. “It was terrifying,” reveals Ngahuia, speaking exclusively to Woman’s Day. “You never think something like this is going to happen to you, but then it does.” The 27-year-old found the lump by chance earlier this year when she rolled over in bed. Despite the fact that some of her grandmother’s relatives are cancer survivors, the bubbly brunette…

There’s a spare room in Sharee Welch’s Auckland home where she goes to dream or sometimes shed a quiet tear. In it, the words “I love you to the moon and back” are repeated on two signs on a dressing table. A baby’s cot sits in the corner of the light-filled bedroom, with the top sheet neatly turned down and Sharee’s cherished childhood soft toy on the pillow. More than 50 little girl’s dresses are in the wardrobe, and the shelves are stacked with neat rows of children’s books, toys, hair ribbons and clips. “I could have a baby tomorrow,” says Sharee. “I have everything I need except the car seat.” For the past 15 years, Sharee has collected things for the baby she desires so much. But devastatingly, there…

Granola Board SERVES 8 PREPARATION 15 MINUTES COOKING 30 MINUTES 3 cups water 1 cup honey ¼ cup lemon juice 1 vanilla bean, split, scraped 8 peaches GRANOLA 2 cups rolled oats ¼ cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon mixed spice 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup canola oil 1 cup mixed nuts, chopped ½ cup dried figs, sliced ¼ cup craisins FROZEN MANGO WHIP 2 cups frozen mango pieces 2 tablespoons lime juice yoghurt, fresh mixed berries to serve 1. In a large saucepan, combine water, honey, lemon juice and vanilla. Bring to the boil on high, then reduce to low and add peaches. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes. Cool in liquid. 2. GRANOLA. In a bowl, toss oats, sugar and spice. In a small jug, combine honey and oil. Add…

Give your classic pink or red a vibrant summer update with these pops of punchy fuchsia and cherry. Don’t be afraid to customise your polish colours to create that perfect shade. Mix them in an old shot glass or the plastic cup from a cough medicine bottle. Use white nail polish as a base coat to make colours really pop. These ocean-inspired shades look great with crisp whites – which will be a hot trend this summer.…

When your gut isn’t healthy, the effects can be more than just bloating, diarrhoea or gas – it can have a serious impact on your health. So much of our immune systems are located in the gut, so an unhealthy one can be linked to a huge variety of illnesses, including anxiety, eczema, diabetes, autoimmune diseases, hormonal imbalances and other chronic health problems. A healthy stomach improves our overall wellbeing and helps boost our immune system. Our digestive tracts are home to trillions of bacteria that help process our food, absorb nutrients, eliminate toxins and fight disease. So for peak health, it’s about limiting the bad bacteria and encouraging the good bacteria to grow. IT’S A NO-BRAINER Whether you’ve ever had to trust your gut over a big decision or…

With only a couple of weeks left to squeeze in some last-minute shopping and to get ready for a visit from your in-laws, the lead-up to Christmas often feels like a time of chaos and a never-ending list of things to do. This year, would the best gift be a stress-free big day? If so, there’s good news. If you’re willing to kick some of the bad habits you normally slip into over the festive season, your dream could come true. Remembering the true holiday spirit, and making the most of precious time with family and friends will help everything else fall into place. Dr Janine Bycroft, from healthnavigator.org.nz, shares her tips for taking the stress out of Christmas. Forget the bling Instead, do the whanau thing. The festive season…

QI am thinking about getting some “tattoo make-up”. I want eyeliner and my brows done. Have you heard anything good or bad about doing this? • Cosmetically Curious, Auckland A I’ve heard both. My advice is to research, research, research! And read all the reviews you can find. Don’t get it done in a nail bar. Go to the best you can find! Q My son’s fiancée is a very caring person, but she spends too much time helping her former partner, who has battled drug addiction. She says she is just being a good friend to her ex-boyfriend, but my son suspects it’s more. Should he lay down the law or go easy on her? • Concerned, Rotorua A As anyone who has battled the disease of addiction will…

We’re seeing double! House Rules’ Andrew and Jono (left) say that their close bond will help them beat out the competition in the hit Australian renovation show. As you tune into the new season, check out other twins who’ve ruled reality TV land ... Sharon & Michelle Marsh Married at First Sight Australia The blondes caused quite a stir when Michelle became jealous of Sharon’s husband – and both of their relationships ended in divorce. Julia & Ali Heaney The Block NZ The competitive and feisty duo didn’t make many friends on the Kiwi DIY series. They had to take time away from the cameras when social media got nasty. Nikki & Brie Bella Total Divas They rose to fame as WWE Diva Champions and now the wrestlers star in…

For those still in a royally good mood after Prince Harry and Meg han Markle’s gorgeous engagement, check out these on-theme shows ... THE CROWN Seasons one to two on Netflix Explore the life of Queen Elizabeth II in this glamorous show that picks up from her marriage to Prince Philip, then follows her rise to the throne . ELIZABETH I AND HER ENEMIES Tuesday, 7.30pm, Sky History Lily Cole plays the titular royal from a princess to a mature queen in this captivating new dr ama about her dangerous life on the throne . REIGN Seasons one to four on Neon, seasons one to three on Netflix While this series about Mary, Queen of Scots may not be entirely historical ly accurate, it sure has the drama to keep…

Your letters Belle of the ball! Congratulations to Josie Desgrand on her wonderful achievement of losing so much weight for her school ball (WD, November 20). These days, we hear so much negativity about teenagers, so it was great to read her amazing story. Josie, you look absolutely fabulous and I can see why Morgan snapped you up. I wish you all the best for your future and I’m sure you will achieve every one of your dreams • Barbara, Paraparaumu A majestic couple What a lovely presentation of Her Majesty and Prince Philip’s 70th wedding anniversary (WD, November 20). They are truly an amazing couple. Their marriage has always been in the public eye, yet they have maintained their personal devotion to each other in private – and under…

Sagittarius NOV 23 – DEC 22 Jupiter is urging you to take on something new. An exciting idea may get you thinking, but with secrets swirling and facts obscured, don’t rush into any life-altering decisions yet. With so much activity going on, switching off might be tricky, but long walks and relaxing music should help. Capricorn DEC 23 - JAN 20 Recent events may have left you with a decision to ponder, but helpful people are heading your way, so bounce thoughts off a trusted friend or speak to a professional. Nothing to wear? With stylish stars shining, lay out all your clothes and try some creative new combinations. Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 The cosmos is pushing you into the spotlight and boosting your bravado, so the dance…

I took heart reading this week’s cover story with Toni Street. I totally get her. She might exude warmth and positivity, but Toni is refreshingly candid about the fact that behind the impressive career, the fabulous hair, the gorgeous frocks and that killer smile, her life is far from perfect – and she grapples with the same challenges lots of us women face. As a hard-working mum, Toni struggles with the juggle. It’s a conundrum so many women share – always feeling this huge responsibility to be so many things to so many people, and worrying that you’re not doing anything well enough. We get stretched so thin. Particularly when it comes to those we love the most, our families. But it’s this honesty about the tough stuff that makes…

1979 Here comes the bride! Meghan’s parents Doria Ragland and Thomas Markle on their wedding day in LA. AGE 2 A star from the start, toddler Meghan steals the spotlight by balancing a plate on her head! AGE 3 Hanging at home in LA’s Woodland Hills with her favourite teddy! Three years after this cute pic was taken, Meghan’s parents divorced. AGE 5 Singing “The Wheels on the Bus” at a school recital (left) and beaming in her Sunday best with mum Doria (right). AGE 5 She’s a natural in front of the camera for her school portrait and (below) as a bridesmaid at her aunt Sandra’s wedding. AGE 5 Meghan and her mum enjoy a cuddle while on holiday. The star’s uncle Joseph tells, “Doria was smitten with Meghan…

Christmas Eton Mess Wreath SERVES 8 PREPARATION 30 MINUTES (PLUS FREEZING) COOKING 5 MINUTES 250g raspberries 1 tablespoon icing sugar, plus extra to dust 300g white chocolate melts 200g coconut macaroons, quartered 6 raspberry macarons 6 strawberry macarons 250g punnet strawberries 200g cherries, stoned 1 pomegranate, halved, broken into small pieces 25g mini plain meringues edible flowers, ¾ cup whipped cream to serve 1. Freeze 75g raspberries in an airtight container for 2 hours. 2. Process until finely chopped and freeze until required. In the same food processor bowl, purée 125g raspberries with icing sugar. Push through a fine sieve over a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate. 3. Slightly overlap two baking paper sheets to make a wider sheet. Trace a round with a 40cm bowl, then in its centre…

FABULOUS FESTIVE COCKTAILS! Add a little glitz to your Christmas party with one of these yummy r ecipes ... PINK CHRISTMAS PUNCH Place 1 teaspoon caster sugar in each of 4 champagne glasses. Moisten with a dash of Angostura bitters, then add 15ml chilled vodka to each glass. Stir well to dissolve sugar before topping with pink champagne or sparkling rosé. Garnish with thyme sprigs. APPLE MARTINI Half-fill a large cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add 1 cup chilled vodka, 175ml sour apple liqueur and 2 teaspoons lemon juice. Cover the shaker, then shake vigorously for 20-25 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty. Fine strain into martini glasses. Garnish with a slice of 1 fresh Granny Smith apple on the rims before serving. ICE-CREAM SAMBO WITH A…

Hair today, gone tomorrow This nifty little trimmer makes at-home grooming super-easy! Great for last-minute hair removal or in between salon treatments, you can use it without the risk of ingrown hairs – plus it has separate attachments for face and body. Light up the night Shiseido’s limited-edition holiday collection is a collaboration with artist Sisyu, who was asked to interpret the Japanese word for light, hikari, when creating the package design. We love the Palette of Light that contains sparkling gold, bronze and lavender eyeshadows, as well as burgundy, rose and pink lipsticks – it covers all bases for the party season! Easy tiger! L’Oréal Paris has used centella, commonly known as “tiger herb”, in its new anti-ageing repair cream. Legend says that tigers would roll on the plant…

With a few rare days together at our disposal, the Ginger and I decided on a round-trip roadie out of our old stomping ground, Wellington. 1 The capital First stop was QT Museum Wellington (formerly the Museum Art Hotel), where from our spiffing room, we marvelled at the view of Te Papa and the sparkling harbour as the sun blessed us with its rays and the wind stayed well away. Corker! I love the QT brand – think arty quirk. Grab a drink in the funky bar, or a meal or high tea at the much-lauded Hippopotamus Restaurant. Or like us, walk around the quays to bustling Charley Noble, a great space with good food and friendly service. Next morning, we hit Pre-fab for coffee and cheese scones, followed by…

There’s really nothing quite like catching up with old friends after a few years apart, is there? You might not have seen them in a while, but the years in absentia simply melt away the minute you clap eyes on them again. Sure, they’re older, but you make a point of not noticing ageing on yourself, so why home in on it with your long-lost besties? You can still laugh at their jokes, finish their sentences and relish every moment in their company. I’m still basking in the glow of one such reunion after two dear friends unexpectedly reappeared in my life. Now they’re back, I can’t quite believe I’ve been able to live without them. I’ve missed them soooooo much! I’m talking, of course, about the return of Will…

I have nothing against left-handed people. Two of my best guy mates are lefties and my darling Tim is too. But while some left-handed folk become incredible sportsmen, chefs and artists, some (my darling included) just seem to be so left-handed that – although blessed with great skiing and surfing skills – when it comes to giving a small, rough-coat Jack Russell terrier a haircut ... well! Most tools that cut hair (or fur) are not designed for left-handed people. It’s been so hot. I don’t want to complain because Lord knows we’ve had some average summers, but I’m almost missing winter. I’m not someone who is overly comfortable with showing my arms. So when it’s super-hot, I reluctantly haul out my short-sleeved tops and try to psychically shrink myself…

START HERE! 1991 -1999 Home Improvement With his collection of colourful ties, the actor shot to fame as Tim “The Tool Man” Taylor in this classic series. The show ran for eight seasons and earned him a Golden Globe. 2017 EL CAMINO CHRISTMAS He’s back on our screens this year alongside Jessica Alba in an original Netflix movie, which tells the comedic tale of a small-scale hostage situation in a Nevada desert town on Christmas Eve. 2010 Toy Story 3 A whopping 15 years after the first Toy Story hit cinemas, Tim reprised his role as the voice of Buzz Lightyear. 1994 The Santa Clause This iconic Christmas film was such a success, they made sequels in 2002 and 2006! 2004 Christmas with the Kranks No-one does festive films quite…