Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 1905 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

‘Hannah you to be , I my take wife. I love you so much and I can’t believe how lucky I am’ It’s a spectacular scene. Standing atop a hill on Rakino Island, their arms intertwined and the Hauraki Gulf dazzling behind them, All Black superstar Beauden Barrett and his beautiful bride Hannah Laity are on top of the world. ‘I knew I was on to a winner ... Hannah was the first girl I took home to my parents’ Framed by an incredible view of the sea and Auckland’s outer islands, the new Mr and Mrs Barrett share their first moment together as husband and wife. It doesn’t get any better than this, Beauden tells Woman’s Day. “I’ve never been as nervous for a rugby game as I was…

Looking sensational in a striking Princess Diana-inspired outfit, the embattled Duchess of Sussex continued her charm offensive last week. With a hand resting protectively on her baby bump, a beaming Meghan worked the crowd in Merseyside, northwest England, chatting warmly with well-wishers and even revealing previously unknown details about her pregnancy. The highly publicised outing, where she and Prince Harry met with a number of community organisations, came just days after the duchess, newly announced as a royal patron for four charities, visited a London foundation to help dress unemployed women ahead of job interviews. Two days after her walkabout in Merseyside, Meghan, 37, was out yet again, visiting an animal shelter, before joining her husband, 34, to attend a Cirque du Soleil show. According to multiple sources, it’s all…

Giving Brad and Charlize a run for their money when it comes to hot Hollywood hook-ups, Elizabeth Hurley and Justin Theroux have set tongues wagging with a steamy weekend spent together in Morocco. Jennifer Aniston’s ex, 47, joined the Austin Powers actress, 53, at a cocktail party in Marrakesh, before posing alongside her at a racing event the next day. That night, they were photographed looking cosy at a glam gala dinner. “Justin was completely smitten with Liz,” reports an insider. “What’s not to like? She’s worldly, smart and sexy, and her voice and accent really made him smile. They had a blast together. They were definitely into each other.” Elizabeth has been linked to wealthy Italian businessman Niccolo Barattieri di San Pietro, 47, since calling off her engagement to…

When Chris Pratt announced his engagement to Katherine Schwarzenegger last week, his ex-wife Anna Faris was one of the first to congratulate him, even jokingly offering to act as celebrant at their wedding But Woman’s Day has learnt that behind the scenes, the Mom actress, 42, was fuming – because she had been planning to publicly reveal her intention to marry boyfriend Michael Barrett! “Anna had it all sorted out and Chris knew it,” reveals a mutual friend of the stars, who are parents to six-year-old son Jack. “Then suddenly he’s declaring he’s popped the question to Katherine. It’s all very sudden and Anna is convinced he’s done it to steal her thunder. Now she’s been forced to delay her own announcement for a couple of months so it doesn’t…

Baby, it’s cold outside, but Sienna Miller and her toyboy love Lucas Zwirner kept warm with lots of smooches, snuggling and hand-holding while walking her dog in chilly New York last week. The public display of affection marks the first time the actress, 37, and the book publisher, 27, have been spotted together since they went official at her ex-fiancé Tom Sturridge’s birthday party last month. “She insists the 10-year age gap doesn’t bother her and says Lucas is more mature than some men she’s dated in their 40s,” reports a source close to Sienna, who has a long list of famous exes, including Jude Law, Orlando Bloom, Jamie Dornan and Daniel Craig. We’re told the English actress is “smitten” and that Lucas has earned the seal of approval from…

MONDAY Sweet Chilli Poached Egg Soba Noodles SERVES 4 PREPARATION 10 MINUTES COOKING 10 MINUTES 270g packet soba buckwheat noodles 1 head broccoli, cut into florets 250g sugar snap peas, trimmed 1 tablespoon white vinegar 4 eggs ¼ cup sweet chilli sauce 2 tablespoons peanut oil 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons fish sauce 4 spring onions, thinly sliced 1. Cook noodles in a saucepan of boiling, salted water for 1 minute. Add broccoli and cook for 2 minutes. Add peas and cook for 30 seconds. Drain, then set aside. 2. Bring a deep frying pan of water to the boil on medium and add vinegar. Reduce heat to low. Break eggs into simmering water and poach for 2-3 minutes, splashing with a little hot water as they cook.…

Now that it’s back to work and school for most of us, it’s a great time to think about reducing the amount of single-use plastic in our packed lunches. Taking your own lunch will not only save you time and money, and help you eat well, but you’ll also be doing your bit for the environment. BETTER BOXES Bento boxes with little compartments often have tightly sealed lids, which means there’s no need for plastic wraps. Each compartment provides space for a different food, which will keep things fresh and fun for the kids. DRINK UP! It’s never too early to teach your children about the impact of single-use water bottles and straws on the environment. Invest in a good-quality drink bottle for you and your child and get into…

Pretty plaits are the perfect summer hairstyle. They’re a chic, easy way to beat the heat by keeping hair off your face and dealing with salty locks after swimming. There are plenty of ways to create your braids – check out these celebs for your summer inspiration. DETAILED BLAKE LIVELY The actress goes one better than the classic fishtail – she’s woven a miniature plait down the length. This is a fun idea if you’ve got lots of hair and are looking to jazz things up. A piece of brightly coloured ribbon could be utilised the same way – simply wrap it around the base of your pony and include it in the braiding process. TOUSLED KATHERINE LANGSFORD This tousled, undone look is ideal for wavy hair. If you need…

Q The Christmas break now seems like a distant memory and I am struggling being back at work. I like my job, but I am 26 and loads of my friends are travelling. Shall I leave work and go on my OE this year, even if it means putting my career on hold? • ltchy Feet, Wellington A Well, my lovely itchy-footed friend, what is your career? Are you a top, aspiring employment lawyer about to make junior partner? If so, wait. If it means leaving a job on the boring old corporate ladder that you don’t really care about, then go. Some of us are an orchid and some of us are dandelions. Some like to stay put and grow beautiful in controlled conditions, while others of us just…

It’s always hard when the summer holidays come to an end and the reality of going back to the daily grind rears its head. I’m all for routine and it’s nice to start a new year fresh, but there’s something lovely and lazy about long, hot days of doing nothing. The hardest part is getting kids psyched back into the “zone”. The zone of alarms, early get-ups, uniforms, books, bags to carry and buses to catch. I feel for kids at this time of year – hot classrooms, itchy uniforms, heavy bags and trying to find lunch box items that don’t melt, go gooey or warm up to the point of being inedible. I feel for the teachers too, dealing with overly relaxed, scatty kids who are still in holiday…

CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY, SYDNEY’S CAPITOL THEATRE, JANUARY – MAY After being part of the Broadway production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, actor Paul Slade Smith thought he’d reached a career high in his role as one of Charlie’s grandpas and acting as understudy to Willy Wonka. But when Paul got a call asking if he wanted to come to Australia and play the iconic chocolatier on stage Down Under, he jumped at the chance. “It was a complete surprise,” beams the energetic New York-based star. “I still remember vividly being a young boy when my parents got me the original Roald Dahl book one Christmas. I’ve loved the story for a long time now!” However, one drawback was having to leave his friends and family behind on…

Dose of the Day For years, I have scavenged secondhand Woman’s Day issues from my stepmother, so when she recently moved to Nelson, I was feeling bereft of hot frocks, shocks and gossip. I love the exploits of the Beckhams, Duchess Difficult and the wacky Windsors, just to name a few – it was like losing some old friends. Last week, my birthday rolled around and waiting in the mailbox was my very own issue of Woman’s Day. My sister had gifted me a subscription. I unwrapped the mag to find all my famous friends were back! Cue the feuding, fighting and fashion – it was glorious. • Emma, Pukerua Bay Rami will rock you I felt compelled to write regarding the Editor’s Letter in this week’s magazine (WD, Jan…

Zara Tindall did nothing to dampen rumours of a pregnancy as she hit the beach in Byron Bay, where she wore a baggy cover-up to watch her husband Mike surfing. And an apparent baby bump was only slightly less obvious as the Olympic medallist, 37, and former England rugby captain, 40, glammed up to watch the races at the Gold Coast Turf Club. The couple – who are parents to Mia, four, and Lena, six months – are in Australia as ambassadors for the Magic Millions equestrian carnival, a role that sees them return Down Under every year. Zara and her husband of seven years first met at the 2003 Rugby World Cup in Sydney and Mike says, “This is the country I always loved touring the most. I love…

Create some fun family memories this summer with awesome goodies from The Warehouse! We’re giving away a prize pack worth $500, including a full set of Funfetti melamine picnicware, two cooler bags, two picnic mats and this Gascraft portable barbecue with trolley. To enter, visit womansday  co.nz and click on the “Win” tab with the code WH05 or send your name, address and phone number to: Woman’s Day/ Warehouse, Response Bag 500235, Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142 by February 1.…

Each night, sleep eluded me. A cacophony of imaginary noises rang in my head. It felt as if 10 different radio stations were competing for airtime. The din was ceaseless and wearying. During the day, I’d drag myself up and go to work, then just stare with glazed eyes at my computer screen, willing the hours to tick by so I could drive home again. Debilitating inertia gripped me. I couldn’t respond to the simplest message, so I didn’t open my emails. I couldn’t communicate, even with those I loved best, my family and close friends. Their anxious texts grew more insistent by the day, yet they went unanswered as I sank progressively deeper into a morass of despair. All colour and emotion had leached out of my world. Everything…

After falling in love on the set of their hit movie Bohemian Rhapsody, Rami Malek and his new girlfriend Lucy Boynton are so inseparable they want to work on another film together! “They’re telling Hollywood producers they’re a package deal,” reveals a source close to the Californian actor, 37, and the British-based beauty, 25. “They don’t really care about the roles – as long as they’re in the same location. “They’re sure that a long-distance relationship will fail miserably, so they’re trying to use their Bohemian Rhapsody success to put their romance first. “It’s very brave and producers are quite surprised by their insistence, but Rami feels like he’s found the love of his life and doesn’t want to spend three months away from Lucy on some job.” The Golden…

GWEN STEFANI Believe it or not, the No Doubt rocker turns 50 on October 3 and attributes her youthful good looks to falling in love. “What happened was, my life blew up – that’s what the facelift is!” she says of finding romance with The Voice USA co-star Blake Shelton after her marriage to Gavin Rossdale hit the rocks in 2015. But that’s only part of the story – the mum-of-three’s top beauty trick is always staying out of the sun. JENNIFER ANISTON “I don’t think life stops after 50,” says the former Friends star. “If anything, it gets more and more exciting. For some reason, we don’t honour or pay respect to ageing and yet every single person on this planet does it.” The yoga devotee turns 50 on…

Vegetable Cakes  MAKES 4 PREPARATION & COOKING 25 MINUTES 1 tablespoon olive oil ¼ cup coarsely grated potato 2 tablespoons finely chopped red capsicum 2 tablespoons finely chopped mushrooms 2 eggs 1. Heat oil in medium frying pan. Cook potato, stirring, until tender. Add capsicum and mushrooms, then cook, stirring, until capsicum softens. Cool for 10 minutes. 2. Lightly beat eggs, then stir into the potato mixture. 3. Place four oiled egg rings in a lightly oiled, heated nonstick frying pan. Divide potato mixture between rings. Cook, uncovered, over low heat for 5 minutes. Using an egg slide, turn the rings, then cook until set. Vegetable Fritters MAKES 36 PREPARATION & COOKING 45 MINUTES 2 large carrots, peeled, coarsely grated 1 large brown onion, peeled, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves,…

Make it click! Summer means barbecues, entertaining and lots of lovely outings with picnics in tow. Now, transporting all your scrumptious goodies will be a breeze with the new kitchen range from ClickClack. The Daily collection of containers is 100% leak-proof, really robust yet easy to open and features airtight seals to keep food super-fresh. The kitchenware range also includes elegant, award-winning utensils and the Cook+ range of sturdy, heavy glass dishes with silicon lids can go from freezer to oven or microwave in a flash – just remember to remove the top! Available from Briscoes stores nationwide in a variety of sizes, with prices starting at $12.99. Easy Pea-sy Smash Move over smashed avo – the original mash-up is back and tastier than ever! 300g defrosted peas 1 garlic…

1 HAVE A PLAN Psychologist Noosha Anzab reveals that while you might want to relax your kids’ routine during the school break, it’s best not to let them go completely. “Letting all boundaries fade during school holidays can lead to a difficult ‘back to school’ time,” she says. “Ensure you have a plan mapped out and that everyone is aware of it. Try a family calendar where you allocate time for different tasks.” 2 TEACH CHILDREN TO PRIORITISE Noosha suggests we should be teaching our children what prioritising is and practise with them how to do it. “That way it will ensure the most important tasks always get done and they can better understand the concept of time management,” she explains. “Also, don’t forget to teach the kids how to…

Head back to beauty school for a crash course on brushes. Daub, sweep and buff on product like a professional with these latest tools ... EYESHADOW A full, soft brush is a must for dispersing pigment evenly across your eyelid. Natio Eyeshadow Brush, $16, is ideal to apply, buff and blend your eyeshadow. CONCEALER Dense hairs and a slightly pointed tip are best to blur away imperfections to ensure precise application. The bristles in the Nude by Nature Concealer Brush, $19.95, are made of ultra-soft, high-quality synthetic fibres that are cruelty-free. HIGHLIGHTER While fan brushes are often recognised as a good choice for powder highlighter, we love the egg-shaped head of this Artiste Highlighter Brush, $24.99. It allows for precise and natural-looking application to the tops of cheekbones, down the…

As I sit up in bed too frightened to lie down in a horizontal position for fear that my jaw might threaten to explode again tonight as it did last night, I am for some reason mentally and emotionally drawn to the terribly important topic of linen. Yes, linen! A study in why I can’t wear it well, by Polly Grace Gillespie. I had my wisdom tooth extracted today. Not for fun, but because it sat on top of a nasty abscess. One that had been lurking for a few weeks, but I was too much of a wuss to go see my awesomely wonderful and totally non-judgemental dentist Ravi. The man is a saint and managed to extract my tooth while I watched a show about Michael Van de…

1 BREAKFAST WEEKDAYS, 6AM, TVNZ 1 The new year is officially underway with the return of all our favourite current affairs shows. From news and entertainment to weather and sport, checking in with Hayley Holt, Jack Tame, Matty McLean and Daniel Faitaua is the perfect way to start the day. 2 THE SPLIT FRIDAY, 8.30PM, TVNZ 1 Already a sensation on TVNZ OnDemand, this addictive British drama series focuses on the Defoes, a family of female divorce lawyers who are forced to face the past following the return of their estranged father after a 30-year absence. 3 FOLLOWING TWAIN WITH OSCAR KIGHTLEY SATURDAY, 8.05PM, TVNZ 1 Even if you’re unfamiliar with legendary US writer Mark Twain, you’ll probably be aware of his characters Huckleberry…

What a day for a wedding! Auckland was bathed in sunshine for the stunning ceremony of All Black great Beauden Barrett and his beautiful bride Hannah Laity, as Mother Nature blessed the young couple with such a magical day. Every bride prays for sun, but this had to be the most amazing day of summer. Dubbed “the wedding of the year” in the build-up, the gorgeous young couple’s nuptials lived up to the hype with an exquisite celebration on Rakino Island, way up high on green hills overlooking the sparkling blue waters of the Hauraki Gulf. You couldn’t have asked for a more lovely setting. I was blown away. Our writer on the ground Kelly Bertrand has had the honour of attending lots of weddings for Woman’s Day, but she…

When Brad Pitt was reported to be enjoying secret dates with Charlize Theron late last year, hopes were high for a hot new celebrity super-couple. However, it seemed the timing wasn’t right … until now! Witnesses report that the two Hollywood heavyweights were “all over one another” at a recent screening of his production company Plan B’s new film If Beale Street Could Talk, sparking rumours their romance has reignited. “Charlize and Brad have known each other for years, and have secretly dated in the past for a couple of months, but it was a case of them both being in bad places, so it didn’t work out,” an insider reveals. “When they saw each other at the screening, the chemistry was electric and Charlize’s feelings came flooding back ‘hard…

When Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth tied the knot in a surprise ceremony last month, a little bird told us the pop star was expecting – and now it seems she may be sporting a blossoming baby bump! The “Malibu” singer, 26, appeared to be attemping to disguise her belly in a billowing neon button-up shirt as she exited the historic Versace mansion in Miami last week. “She certainly looks like she has a bit of a tummy!” an onlooker tells Woman’s Day. “Since when has anyone ever known Miley to wear something so loose-fitting? She’s definitely trying to hide something under there.” In 2017, reports surfaced that the musician was desperate to be a mum, however, her on-off Aussie beau, 29, wasn’t quite on board. A source said at…

Bohemian Rhapsody’s trophy-winning stars and producers aren’t the only ones reaping rewards from the Queen biopic – Freddie Mercury’s former fiancée Mary Austin is set to score $75 million in royalties from the film’s success. The Londoner, 67, ended her engagement to the band’s frontman when he came out as gay in 1976, but they remained close and he left her 50% of his future earnings when he died in 1991. Freddie, who was 45 when he died of a complication from Aids, said of his ex, “I couldn’t fall in love with a man the same way as I have with Mary.”…

Lisa Marie Presley is in crisis again just two years after she divorced musician Michael Lockwood and checked into rehab for a pill addiction. Looking bloated, dazed and disoriented, Elvis’ daughter has been spotted leaving a Los Angeles medical facility, hiding behind aviator sunglasses and a lumpy sweater. The disturbing sighting of the singer-songwriter comes at the same time as explosive allegations that Lisa Marie is struggling to beat her drug addiction amid a nasty custody battle for her young twins Harper and Finley. An eyewitness tells Woman’s Day that Lisa Marie arrived at the facility at 12.15pm on January 2 and didn’t leave until 6.40pm after undergoing treatment. “Her face appeared puffy and shiny,” reports the onlooker. “She was unsteady on her feet and looked in pain. It seemed…

Spreading thick layers of margarine across slices of white bread, Donna Macintyre devoured piece after piece for afternoon tea, enjoying the comfort of filling her hungry young stomach. The then-eight-year-old had suffered yet another rough day at school, listening to taunts from other students about her weight, which was ballooning because of her fixation with food. “Growing up, I knew nothing about food and ate a lot, which started when I moved primary schools and was bullied for being the new kid,” explains Donna, now 40. “I loved baking and made lots of cakes with sugary icing. No-one told me it was unhealthy because I don’t think we were so enlightened about the disastrous impact of sugar and dairy back then.” For the Aucklander, her parents’ kitchen was a confusing…

Peanut Popcorn Slice MAKES 8 PREPARATION 10 MINUTES COOKING 5 MINUTES (PLUS STANDING) 3 cups salted natural popcorn 1 cup unsalted cashews, roughly chopped ½ cup unsalted roasted peanuts, roughly chopped ½ cup honey 1 tablespoon water 50g dark chocolate, melted, cooled ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes 1. Line a 26cm x 18cm slice pan with baking paper. 2. In a bowl, combine popcorn, cashews and peanuts. 3. In a small saucepan, heat honey and water on low. Increase heat to medium. Simmer for 5 minutes or until reduced and lightly golden (it will start smelling slightly nutty). 4. Remove from heat and pour into dry ingredients. Stir until combined. Transfer to prepared pan and press down firmly using the back of a teaspoon. Set aside at room temperature for…

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1 COLOURFUL CANISTERS Brighten up your bench space this summer with these colourful storage vessels made from recycled glass jars. Get the kids involved and you have the perfect activity for any unexpected rainy days during the school holidays! To make the small green jar, remove wooden lid and paint the entire glass section with Resene Japanese Laurel. Once dry, use a medium-size paintbrush to paint stripes around the jar with Resene Crusoe. For the small watermelon jar, remove wooden lid and paint 3.5cm up from the bottom in Resene Japanese Laurel and the remainder of the jar in Resene Scrumptious. Once dry, paint a 1cm ring all the way around the jar in Resene Chelsea Cucumber over top of the join where the other two colours meet. To finish,…

• With eyeshadow, always give the brush a tap before you begin applying it. This gets rid of excess product and helps ensure you won’t get any fallout on your cheeks. • Remember to wash and air-dry your brushes once a fortnight with mild shampoo or detergent if you use lots of oil-based products. For day-to-day use, give them a clean with a facial wipe. • Always use a very light hand with whatever brush you’re using. It’s much easier to build up product rather than remove it. • Mix high-end, expensive brushes with cheaper ones. If you do want to invest in a top-quality brush, make it one you use every day, like a foundation brush. • When deciding between synthetic or natural bristles, the general rule of thumb…

There’s a lot to be said for working from home, but it’s not quite the walk in the park people who work elsewhere think it is. Until very recently, my home office has been occupying one wall of our bedroom. At the time we built the house, I thought this was a fabulous idea because I could snooze between deadlines. What I didn’t realise was that deadlines don’t come along one after another like offspring – with a pleasant gap in between – they come along in clumps, like the 266 bus to Hammersmith. The upshot is that some days, if I had a lot on, I could spend 22 hours in the same room. Worse, often the first thing I saw when I woke up of a morning was…

THE KID WHO WOULD BE KING , IN CINEMAS NOW The new family flick The Kid Who Would Be King is a modern retelling of the Arthurian legend for the iPhone generation, where an average schoolkid draws the iconic sword from a building site. We chat to Greatest Showman star Rebecca Ferguson, who plays the wicked sorceress Morgana. How did you get involved in the film? Simon Pegg, my co-star on Mission: Impossible – Fallout, suggested me to producer Nira Park. I hadn’t actually read the script – I just met with writer Joe Cornish at a café and it was as if he was telling a story for his children. I could see that he was just so in love with this film. He brought out these images of…

VIDA From Sunday on Neon  Rating: In this new drama series, two Mexican-American sisters are living separate lives until a death in the family forces them together. STRANGE ANGEL Now on Neon  Rating: From director Ridley Scott comes this riveting series about a real-life rocket scientist in the 1930s who is trying to bring his grand ideas to life. CONVERSATIONS WITH A KILLER: THE TED BUNDY TAPES From Thursday on Netflix  Rating: A unique look inside the mind of an infamous serial killer, this cinematic self-portrait is crafted from statements made by Ted Bundy himself. UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT From Friday on Netflix  Rating: The second half of season four is now available to stream and will see the ever-giving Kimmy finally put herself first before others.…

In WC Ryan’s A House of Ghosts (Allen & Unwin, rrp$32.99), World War I is entering its most brutal phase and everyone is seeking answers to the darkness that has seeped into their lives. At Blackwater Abbey, on an island off the Devon coast, Lord Highmount has arranged a spiritualist gathering to contact his two sons who died in battle. But as his guests begin to arrive, it gradually becomes clear that each has something they would rather keep hidden. When a storm descends on the island, the guests find themselves trapped. And soon, one of their number will die, for Blackwater Abbey is haunted in more ways than one ...…

Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 Those dreams are worth striving for! This week’s eclipse could propel you into a dynamic new phase, not just at work, but physically too. Meetings should open doors through autumn and with your energy levels on the upswing, fitness kicks might fly. Singles, look out for a fellow enthusiast. Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20 Take a breather and enjoy some downtime. By mid-February, the whole vibe should lift, but for the moment, touch base with people you love or chase up some long-lost friends. Thanks to Venus, your senses are coming alive and for many, romantic winds are beginning to swirl. Aries MAR 21 – APR 20 Feeling restless? With Mars revving things up, sitting still might feel like torture this week! At…

There was no catfight, just a mutual love fest, when Lady Gaga and Glenn Close tied for Best Drama Actress at the Critics’ Choice Awards in Los Angeles. The A Star is Born actress, 32, said of her awards-season rival, “She’s legendary. I couldn’t be more proud to be standing next to her this evening. Frankly, I’m speechless.” Agreeing, the veteran star of The Wife, 71, added, “I’m so thrilled it’s a tie. The world pits us against each other in this profession. I think I can speak for all women in this category: We celebrate each other!” Glenn accessorised her Gabriela Hearst suit with her grandmother’s wedding ring, explaining, “The one thing she wanted to do was be an actress, but she wasn’t allowed, so here she is.” Also…