Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 1929 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

For a regal baby, their christening is usually a grand occasion, not only for members of the monarchy, family and friends to celebrate the new arrival, but also a chance for royal fans around the world to coo over Their Royal Cuteness. Traditionally, the royal couple allows select photographers to capture the event, letting gorgeous images of the little one be beamed globally. So when it was revealed last week that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex would instead be hosting a private affair to christen two-month-old Archie in the Queen’s chapel at Windsor Castle for just 25 guests and no press, it certainly ruffled feathers through Great Britain and beyond. Not only would fans miss out seeing the procession into the event, but Harry, 34, and Meghan, 37, announced…

As she warmly embraced her two daughters, Nicole Kidman beamed for the camera and declared on social media, “I’m nothing without the love of my family.” The dedicated mum admits her girls, Sunday Rose, 10, and Faith Margaret, eight – alongside husband Keith Urban, 51 – are everything to her, which is why despite her 52 years, it’s not so surprising that she’s ready to spread even more love by expanding her brood. A well-placed insider tells Woman’s Day that after years of thought, Big Little Lies star Nicole and country crooner Keith have finally decided to adopt a baby together – and friends say they’re “over the moon”. “Keith knows just how long Nicole has wanted another child, and he finally said to her, ‘What are we waiting for?’”…

SINITTA, 1987-1988 He dated the singer for two years. ROBIN GIVENS, 1989 They dated after Robin split from boxer husband Mike Tyson. CHRISTINA APPLEGATE, 1989 The Married… with Children star took Brad as her date to the MTV Awards. E.G. DAILY, 1989 The pop star called him a “very calm and gentle guy”. JILL SCHOELEN, 1989 Actress Jill dumped him for a director. JULIETTE LEWIS, 1989-1993 Actress Juliette describes Brad as a “fun, smart guy”. GEENA DAVIS, 1993 Brad quietly dated his Thelma & Louise co-star. THANDIE NEWTON, 1994 He romanced his Interview with the Vampire co-star for a year. GWYNETH PALTROW, 1994-1997 He began dating Gwyn while making Seven and they were briefly engaged. JENNIFER ANISTON, 1998-2005 They married in 2000 and split in early 2005. ANGELINA JOLIE, 2005-2016…

• NZ’s annual suicide rate is at an all-time high, with the highest youth suicide rates in the developed world. • With a staggering 668 deaths recorded in 2017/18, it’s the fourth year in a row that the grim toll has climbed, and making the latest annual provisional suicide count the worst since records began. • In the only published study into suicide among NZ’s Pacific Island community, those between the ages of 12-18 were found to be three times more likely to attempt suicide than European youth. Young people had the highest rates of suicide across Pacific ethnic groups, followed by those in the 25-39 age bracket. • A 2017 University of Auckland study also found suicide rates were much higher in the Samoan community than all other Pacific…

Whether it’s her bank balance or her famous derrière, Kim Kardashian West lives by the mantra that big is best – and that includes the size of her family! With her youngest child Psalm barely two months old, the Keeping Up with the Kardashians star is already planning baby number five. But instead of hiring a surrogate, as she did for her last two babies, this time she has her heart set on adopting. “Kim’s always wanted to adopt, so she’s made it her mission to start the process now and get the ball rolling,” reveals a well-placed insider. The selfie queen, 38, fell in love with an orphaned girl in Thailand back in 2014 and a year later, when she visited an orphanage in Armenia, she again felt the…

It was a Tuesday and I had a lunch detention in the cafeteria because surveillance cameras had caught me leaving my tray behind the day before. Someone came running in saying something about a gun. I looked at my friend and it took a minute to register because in my mind who would have a gun in the cafeteria? Then a teacher, Mr Sanders, came out of the faculty lounge and said at first to get down, then to run. He got shot to death just after that. My friend and I ran to the auditorium, where we hid. Eventually, the gun shots and explosives stopped but the fire alarm was still blaring, which felt surreal. When we finally got to leave, I couldn’t get to my house because it…

Pear, Rosemary & Blueberry Cake MAKES 10 PREPARATION & COOKING 1 HOUR, 20 MINUTES (PLUS COOLING) 2 cups gluten-free plain flour 1 teaspoon gluten-free baking powder ½ cup almond meal 250g butter, softened 1 cup coconut sugar 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary leaves 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, plus 1/3 cup extra 4 eggs 1 cup Greek-style yoghurt 2 small ripe pears, peeled, cored, sliced thinly 100g blueberries (see tip) 1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease and line the base and sides of a 24cm springform pan with baking paper. 2. Sift flour and baking powder into a medium bowl. Stir in almond meal. 3. Beat butter and sugar in a small bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add rosemary, vanilla and maple syrup.…

Resilience is a hot topic at the moment. It’s that all-important ability to bounce back from hard knocks, the strength to rise up and carry on, despite adversity or setbacks. But it’s important to remember that resilience is not some magic quality. We can all cultivate more of it. And while it’s often seen as requiring grit and determination, there’s actually a lot more to it than that. Resilience requires a variety of skills, especially self-compassion, perspective and the ability to recharge. Being kind, practising optimism and looking after ourselves are the biggest things we can do to build resilience. We can’t control the fact that stressful situations will occur, but we can control how we respond. Switch off Resting your mind is just as important as resting your body…

When you work from home and always have more to do than there are hours in the day, it’s hard to procrastinate. Well, it’s easy, there’s just no-one to procrastinate with. If only I had a water cooler! Then I could hang around it and talk about the issues of the day, and who’s doing what on reality TV like a normal person. But my water comes out of a tap and there’s never anyone there apart from, once, a plumber who tightened something and charged me $100 only for the tap to start leaking again before he was even out of the driveway. So in the absence of a gang, I take my procrastination where I can get it, which is basically inside the box of bolts that makes…

Some people are destined for The Amazing Race. This, however, would not be me. If there was a show called The Amazing Ability to Get Lost in a Mall, I would star in it and win. A sense of direction is a true blessing. Having no sense of direction even with a GPS and Google Maps is more a character flaw at the very least. This, I guess, is why I end up on some epic adventures, going places and seeing suburbs I’ve never seen before, practically every week. I was quite young when I realised I had “getting turned around” syndrome. I would go into one door of Smith & Caughey’s or Ballantynes with my mum, get separated from her, and I would end up lost and on another…

Hollywood heavyweights Naomi Watts and Daisy Ridley star side-by-side in a new feminist retellingof Hamlet. Star Wars actress Daisy plays the titular role of Ophelia, while Naomi portrays not only Queen Gertrude, but her witchy sister Mechtild. Of the hotly anticipated reimagining, Naomi says, “This is basically turning it on its head and telling it from the female perspective. “In Shakespearean plays, if a woman is strong, she’s mad. If she’s weak, she’s a damsel in distress. Ophelia is far from being a victim – she’s very much the heroine of the story. She is on a warpath to create her own identity and not be defined by anyone else. It feels very reflective of the times we’re moving in now.” Director Claire McCarthy describes the unlikely bond between Ophelia…

Manu’s the man What a lovely write up on former Warriors player Manu Vatuvei (WD, July 1). It was interesting to read about this year’s Dancing with the Stars winner – his achievements, career and how his family supported him during the show. Also his dance partner Loryn Reynolds, who made Manu feel so relaxed and at ease – they were a splendid pair. With his success on the dance floor and winning the prestigious trophy, it was good news for his chosen charity KidsCan. Kudos to the rest of the contestants too! • Christina, Christchurch Spreading awareness My heart goes out to Virginia Brooks, who lost her son and sister to suicide (WD, July 8). As someone who has been severely suicidal, I would encourage those who are supporting…

She may not have any superpowers in the Spider-Man films,but Zendaya sure put on a heroic fashion display in recent weeks churning out endless enviable outfits. From Los Angeles and New York to London and Paris, the 22-year-old style queen has been dazzling audiences around the globe promoting Spider-Man: Far From Home. Last week, she stepped out at the LA premiere in a sizzling red and black sequined gown by Armani Privé. Zendaya’s renowned stylist Law Roach described the look, saying, “If she was Spider-Man, this would be her suit.”…

MARK RUFFALO “I wanted to be a clown,” reveals the Avengers star, taking a unicycle for a spin. HAILEY BALDWIN No bottle opener? Justin Bieber’s model wife sinks her teeth into a beer. JOJO SIWA Take a bow! The teen sensation’s long list of skills includes juggling stuffed animals. ZAC EFRON Graham Norton challenged this buff star to pole-dance – and he pulled it off effortlessly! NEIL PATRICK HARRIS  “I like that my kids think I have magical powers,” the actor says of his passion for card tricks. HUGH JACKMAN He really is the Greatest Showman!Hugh’s too hot to handle as he tosses torches.…

The royal rebels are returning to Africa where their love first blossomed – and this time baby Archie is coming too! Harry and Meghan confirmed their much-rumoured trip last week, noting that it would “be their first official tour as a family”. The trio will visit South Africa in October, while Harry will continue solo to Malawi, Angola and Botswana. A royal insider reveals that Archie will likely only be present for safer parts of the trip and the couple are taking things seriously “to make sure that Archie remains safe and happy throughout”.…

Nicole and Keith were among the many guests at Zoë Kravitz’s star-studded wedding to Karl Glusman in Paris last week. And while Nicole was happy that her Big Little Lies co-star has found love, she was also privately thrilled that her own marriage to singer Keith is stronger than ever. They’ve had rough patches, but on June 25, the couple celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary. Tells an insider, “They’re in a great place right now. They are even talking about renewing their vows!” The pair have had their fair share of ups and downs – four months after tying the knot in 2006, Keith checked into rehab for alcohol addiction after Nicole staged an intervention. But our insider says it was during filming the first season of Big Little Lies…

CHARLOTTE &DI MITRI While her first wedding at Monaco’s royal palace on June 1 was a nod to her grandmother Grace Kelly, Charlotte Casiraghi’s second ceremony was a tribute to her mum, Princess Caroline of Hanover. Stunning Charlotte, 32, looked every bit a princess as she enjoyed her second nuptials to film producer Dimitri Rassam, 37, in the South of France. Her frilled gown, which was created by Italian designer Giambattista Valli, had sheer sleeves and an off-the-shoulder neckline. It was a loving gesture to the dress Caroline wore at the wedding to first husband Philippe Junot in 1978. But that’s not where the connection ends – the ceremony was held at the Abbaye Sainte-Marie de Pierredon, just outside St Remy in Provence. This small town was where a grieving…

To say Silver Fern Ameliaranne Ekenasio is having a stellar year is an understatement. Ticking off her sporting achievements – shooter for the unbeaten Central Pulse, Wellington Sportswoman of the Year Award finalist, part of the 12-strong Netball World Cup squad – doesn’t really do her justice. Adding to that list, she’s mum to two-year-old son Ocean, wife to former basketballer Damien, a mentor and inspiration to hundreds of school pupils and now, Water Safety NZ Ambassador. It’s obvious there’s more to this shooting star than meets the eye. Woman’s Day is catching up with her between a frantic few days of unpacking from the squad’s Cadbury warm-up series in Auckland and repacking for her World Cup trip. She sinks her 1.86-metre frame into one of two big sofas in…

Whether she’s paddling in the ocean as one of the world’s top surf ski racers or protecting Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern as part of her security detail, Rachel Clarke is a human dynamo who leads a life that’s exhausting to even think about! As her oars slice through the harbour on her way to racking up 100km each week, this high-achieving Auckland woman says putting in the hard yards is a necessary sacrifice to make her dreams come true. “I’m very motivated and have many goals,” explains Rachel, 29. “I plan my training around my work and just have to stick to that plan. I do what I need to, but I also find the time to rest.” Born and raised in Red Beach on Auckland’s Hibiscus Coast, Rachel describes…

MONDAY Eggplant, Artichoke & Ricotta Pasta SERVES 4 PREPARATION 12 MINUTES COOKING 5 MINUTES 500g packet fresh lasagne sheets, cut into 2cm ribbons 300g jar chargrilled eggplant, drained, oil reserved, sliced 300g jar marinated artichokes, drained, oil reserved, quartered ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 100g salami, thinly sliced 1 cup basil leaves ¼ cup lemon juice 1 garlic clove, crushed 100g ricotta, crumbled 1. Cook lasagne sheets in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Drain. Return to the pan. 2. Add eggplant, artichokes, tomatoes, salami and basil to the pasta, tossing well. Season. 3. In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup reserved oil, lemon juice and garlic. Toss into pasta. 4. Serve topped with ricotta. TUESDAY Vegetable & Ham Tart SERVES 4 PREPARATION…

Does your child sit too close to the screen? Are they a bit clumsy or do they squint and tilt their head to focus? According to new research, 58% of New Zealanders under the age of 16 have never had an eye exam and as many as one in four Kiwi children could be suffering from an undiagnosed eye condition. Many parents take their children to regular medical and dental checks, but fewer seem to prioritise eye health. “It’s concerning that more than 450,000 children have never had an eye exam,” says Sima Lal, an optometrist with Specsavers. “Vision and eye health can have a major impact on a child’s development – not just on their education, but on sports and social interactions as well.” Common eye conditions like myopia…

We have the most delightful neighbours. It’s pretty rare these days to even know your neighbours, let alone interact with them. We spend our lives these days in online virtual communities rather than real-life ones. It’s not like the old days when our grandparents would pop next door for a cup of sugar. These days, you just order it in with your online grocery shop or text someone to pick it up for you. Having so many electronics at our fingertips has made everything easier and quicker, yet in many ways more isolating. But our neighbours show an interest in not just us and the kids, but also our dog. I was walking our pup the other day and one of our neighbours noted how cold the day was. I…

In Carmel Reilly’s Life Before(Allen & Unwin, rrp $32.99), Lori Spyker is taking her kids to school one day when a policeman delivers the news that her brother, Scott Green, has been hospitalised following a hit and run. Lori hasn’t seen Scott in decades, but she appears to be his only contact. Twenty years before, when she and Scott were teenagers, their lives and futures were torn to shreds. As Lori tries to piece together her brother’s accident, she is forced to confront their shared past. Should she take responsibility for him? If she does, how will she tell her family about her hidden history, kept secret for so long?…

New Zealand is a beautiful country to call home. I love our spectacular landscapes – the mountains, rivers and sea – as well as our laidback lifestyle and down-to-earth people. I came back home from overseas to raise my kids as Kiwis and there’s no place I’d rather be. But we have serious social problems hidden in our society – statistics that clearly show all is not well in Aotearoa. Why do so many of our people take their own lives? Our youth suicide rates are the worst in the developed world and our annual suicide rates are at an all-time high – and climbing. In 2017/18, there were a staggering 668 deaths by suicide in NZ. It’s a devastating reality – more Kiwis die by their own hand every…

The Duchess of Cambridge aced her solo appearance at Wimbledon last week, wearing a chic button-up dress by Suzannah. In a surprising twist, Kate shunned the royal box for the first part of the day and was instead initially spotted sitting on the outskirts of the venue sharing a laugh with her two good friends, British tennis players Katie Boulter and Anne Keothavong. Kate is known to be a huge tennis fan, attending the competition annually, and she was also recently made a patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. While last year she notably sat courtside with her sister-in-law Meghan, Kate looked more than comfortable to be in the spotlight solo as she mixed and mingled with the players throughout the day.…

It’s an exciting summer for Brad Pitt. Two months after serving up some Hollywood movie star moments on the Cannes Film Festival red carpet in a tailored tux and a tan that made his blue eyes pop, the actor is preparing to open his new movie, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. His performance in his latest collaboration with Quentin Tarantino has sparked a huge amount of buzz – just like the 55-year-old’s six-pack abs did when they made a brief but memorable appearance in the drama’s trailer. But Brad’s body and acting aren’t all that’s in fine shape these days. After he went through one of the most miserable divorces Hollywood has ever seen, an insider confirms to Woman’s Day the actor “has put himself back on the market…

The last time Kim Basinger was seen in public, she was holding a disturbing photograph of three dogs hanging from butchers hooks, protesting the cruel trade in dog meat. That was in July 2018, and almost a year later Hollywood is wondering: Whatever happened to Kim? The 65-year-old star of LA Confidentialand9½ Weekshasn’t appeared in a film since 2017 and has no future work scheduled. She hasn’t set foot on any red carpets or been seen at any star-studded restaurants or bars. In a town where celebrities can’t hide from the paparazzi, it’s as if Kim has vanished – sparking fears that she has become a recluse, trapped by a new bout of the crippling agoraphobia that tormented her during her early years in Hollywood. “I couldn’t leave the house…

1 Constant active adult supervision at all times. Don’t rely on older children to supervise younger ones in, on or around water. Always keep babies and toddlers within arm’s reach around water. 2 Identify water hazards around the home. Ensure your pool is properly fenced, has working safety latches and complies with the law. After use, empty water from paddling pools. 3 At bath-times, use a Water Safety NZ bath mat, which Plunket helps supply to new parents. Never leave infants unsupervised in the bath. 4 Avoid distractions. Put away your phone while supervising children in or around water. 5 Teach your children water safety behaviour as soon as they are old enough to understand. 6 Life jackets should be worn whenever your child is on or around open water,…

Provençale Beef Casserole SERVES 4 PREPARATION & COOKING 1 HOUR, 50 MINUTES 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1kg gravy beef, cut into 2cm pieces 2 rindless bacon slices, coarsely chopped 1 medium leek, white part only, thinly sliced 2 medium carrots, diced 1 celery stalk, trimmed, diced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 400g can diced tomatoes 1 ½ cups beef stock 1 cup dry red wine 2 bay leaves 4 sprigs fresh thyme 6 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 medium courgettes, sliced ½ cup pitted black olives 1. Heat oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan. Cook beef in batches until browned all over. Remove from pan. 2. Cook bacon, leek, carrot, celery and garlic in same pan, stirring, for 5 minutes or until leek softens. 3. Return beef to pan.…

With the change in seasons often comes a change in your skin too. Whether you’re outside exercising every day or just walking to the bus stop, the cold air and blustery winds can be harsh on your skin. Even when you’re inside, indoor heating and dehumidifiers can leave skin feeling dry. Having a simple skincare routine of cleansing, moisturising and sun protection can make a big difference. Cetaphil has helped people care for their skin for over 70 years and the brand’s gentle products are trusted by dermatologists, celebrities and beauty insiders worldwide. SKINCARE FOR ALL  For a lot of us, our skin is oily in the summer seasons and drier in the winter, but having an oily complexion year-round is common too. Knowing what your skin needs and choosing…

DID YOU NOTICE ANY CHANGES IN YOUR SKIN AND HAIR WHEN YOU STARTED FLYING REGULARLY? Because the air onboard has lower moisture and humidity levels, I found my skin became oiler to compensate and my hair was drier. WHAT ARE YOUR MUST-HAVE BEAUTY ESSENTIALS FOR LONG FLIGHTS? Water! The more the better. I also love (3) Lush Tea Tree Water, $11.90, for a quick freshen up. HOW DO YOU TREAT YOUR SKIN AND BODY AFTER A BUSY WEEK OF FLYING? I’ll take a bath with green tea or (4) Dr Teal’s Epsom Salt Bath Soak Comfort & Calm, $19.95, and treat my hair to a deep-conditioning treatment. On my face, I use a charcoal mask or an organic exfoliator followed by a quality moisturiser. DO YOU EVER PICK UP ANY…

Q I am about to go on holiday with some girlfriends – a trip we do every couple of years. We all put money towards our holiday each pay, and then go somewhere like Australia and the islands. We have been doing it for years, but frankly I am tired of some of the micro-management that happens during these trips away. How can I tell my much-loved control-freak friend that we’re all putting money in, so we get to have some say on what we do? • Travel Bug, Wellington A Either ask another friend to do it who has more sass and doesn’t care if she puts the other chick’s nose out of joint, or all do it together. Don’t you go it alone, girl – don’t do it!…

Were you a fan of Below Deck before you were cast? I actually had never watched the show before! Even when we started filming, I was like, “What’s this show again?” But only because when you’re on a yacht, you’re honestly in such a bubble, you don’t know anything of the outside world – you don’t know what’s on the radio or what movies are on – so that’s the only reason I hadn’t watched it. But since I’ve been on the new series, I’ve gone back and watched it and it’s so addictive! What’s it like being the only Kiwi on board? It’s really nice. I think people around the world react really well to Kiwis because they don’t have that much to do with us – there aren’t…

AMERICAN PRINCESS Tuesdays on Neon Rating: In this new series, a New York City socialite finds herself working at a historical amusement fair after her picture-perfect life falls apart on her wedding day. YOU ME HER Fridays on Netflix Rating: Emma, Jack and Izzy return for a fourth season this week, following on from last season when the trio tied the knot at a commitment ceremony. WHAT A GIRL WANTS Sunday on Netflix Rating: An early 2000s classic, this fun flick stars Amanda Bynes as an American teenager who sets out to find her British father. THE HILLS Now on Neon Rating: With the reboot currently airing on MTV, there’s no better time to revisit the original episodes of the cult favourite reality series.…

Cancer JUN 22 - JUL 23 Don’t worry, be happy! This might be easier said than done, but delays may be happening for a good reason. With trickster Mercury in reverse until August, it’s time to fine-tune plans, particularly where finances are involved. Unwind with a rom-com or spend time with old friends. Leo JUL 24 - AUG 23 Welcome to the week of deep and meaningful chats. The emotional intensity might take you by surprise, but conversations should prove enlightening. With your health and wellbeing in the spotlight, steps taken through late winter could see you bounce into spring, so don’t put it off any longer. Virgo AUG 24 - SEP 23 As Mercury shifts into reverse, delays are almost inevitable, so pop a good book into your bag…