Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 1939 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

It seems Kiwis like nothing more than a bit of competition. We’re obsessed with reality TV when rivalry is at the fore. Opinions were heated after the final of The Block, when only Lisa and Ribz walked away with prize money after so much blood, sweat and tears from all the teams. This week (pages 24-25) we catch up with the Welly winners to find out how they plan to spend their $150,000 prize. I’m obsessed with Celebrity Treasure Island (page 26), and so is my little boy Darcy. We were gutted to see our camping buddy Jodie Rimmer exit last week, but now we’re gunning for Shannon Ryan or Moses Mackay to make it to the end. The ultimate Kiwi competition is, of course, watching our mighty All Blacks…

For years he kept quiet as the memory of a dying Diana haunted him every day. For French firefighter Xavier Gourmelon, 51, who was one of the first emergency workers to reach the princess immediately after the car accident that took her life, it’s a scene that will forever be ingrained in his mind. In Diana: Case Solved, it’s revealed Xavier did all he could to save the People’s Princess, who was mysteriously free from blood and clinging onto consciousness when Xavier reached her and began administering CPR. “She was moving very slightly and I could see she was alive,” Xavier recalls. “I held her hand and told her to be calm and keep still. I told her I was there to help and reassured her. “I massaged her heart…

The beautiful Duchess of Cambridge was in full bloom when she opened a play garden with British foodie and TV presenter Mary Berry last week – and royal commentators are wondering if Kate is about to announce some exciting news after Mary tenderly placed a hand on her royal tum. Kate – already mum to Prince George, six, Princess Charlotte, four, and Prince Louis, 17 months – didn’t bat an eyelid at the Great British Bake Off judge’s breach of royal protocol. And as the two women enjoyed a chat and a giggle, onlookers were abuzz that the usually slender duchess, 37, looked to have the beginnings of a little belly bump under her floral Emilia Wickstead frock. “Kate was in deep conversation with Mary, who seemed thrilled at the…

Standing on the rolling paddocks of his family’s Kawakawa dairy farm in the Bay of Islands, All Black sensation Jack Goodhue pulled an engagement ring from the back of his trackpants pocket. Brunette beauty Sophia Eblett was peering into the windows of an abandoned farmhouse as he nervously started dropping to one knee. But before the young sportsman could do a full lunge, she turned around. “He started to say my full name, Sophia Florina Violet Eblett, but it was taking too long and after Florina, I stopped him and said ‘Yes!’” beams the bride-to-be, who is now busy with wedding preparations while Jack’s in Japan for the Rugby World Cup. Before her teary engagement acceptance, Sophia, 22, had asked a few times for a ride on Jack’s parents’ quad…

A honeymoon in romantic Fiji might sound like a dream come true for many, but the idea filled Married at First Sight bride Anna Saxton with trepidation. “It’s hot, we’re going to be swimming – there are going to be lots of pools and beach days,” tells Anna, 25, who married Foxton light fabrication engineer Jordan Dare, 26, for the Three reality show. While the tropical island seems an idyllic destination, for Anna it sparked memories of a traumatic experience during a holiday in Whangamata when she was six. “It was me and my brother, and I remember going out a little deeper than I should have,” she recalls. “This wave came from behind me and rolled me over, and for some reason I couldn’t get up. I just remember…

Actress Renée Zellweger has been through it all in her nearly 30-year Hollywood career. She’s been the new It Girl on the block, had her body criticised for being too big and too small, and been the subject of rampant plastic surgery rumours. The A-list star has had a few high-profile boyfriends, including Bradley Cooper and Jim Carrey, and a four-month marriage to country crooner Kenny Chesney that ended amid frenzied speculation over his sexuality. She’s been a red-carpet darling and a borderline recluse. And she’s done it all without revealing that much about her behind-the-scenes state of mind. Until now. The 50-year-old star has opened up like never before in the lead-up to her new film Judy, in which she plays screen legend Judy Garland. And a source says…

With her flawless skin, perfectly styled hair and world fame, Miquela Sousa dreams of becoming a pop star. Her effortlessly cool street style has earned her 1.6 million followers on Instagram and caught the eye of fashion designers. She has starred in advertising campaigns for Prada and Balenciaga, has been interviewed by Vogue and was named one of the 25 most influential people on the internet by Time magazine. In May, the 19-year-old Californian was even filmed kissing supermodel Bella Hadid for Calvin Klein’s latest campaign, and modelled with Stranger Things actress Millie Bobby Brown. So far, so normal. But look into Miquela’s eyes and you can see that something isn’t quite right. They may be alluringly brown and almond-shaped, but they’re also eerily vacant, as if there’s nothing behind…

Big city adventures Dress to impress when heading to the city. Bold, bright colours will keep you chic whether you’re exploring the streets or dining out. Simple bach life Keep it casual with loose, comfortable pieces that can be layered when walking off those lazy long lunches on the beach. Through the vines For a day of luxury at a winery, opt for lightweight textiles like linen in beautiful earthy tones to keep in harmony with the environment. Tropical escapes Embrace the tropics in palm prints and crisp white to stay cool and look stylish despite the heat. Stockists Clearly 0800 446 107, Colette by Colette Hayman (09) 815 1481, Deuce Generation (09) 974 4722, Dotti 0800 369 327, EziBuy 0508 500 500, Farmers 0800 327 637, Forever New 0800…

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• Always wear knee-high compression socks for long-haul flights. They’re not cheap, but they help increase blood circulation and reduce the risk of deep-vein thrombosis. Also, they’ll lessen the chance of your feet and ankles swelling up. • Remember to notify the airline of any dietary requirements when you purchase your flights. It’s too late to mention you’re coeliac once you’re on board ready for take-off. • There are drinks and tablets to combat jet lag, but they need to be taken at regular intervals during the flight. I prefer to sleep as much as I can. I set my watch to the destination’s local time a couple of hours ahead of landing.…

Like many of my readers, I’m a working mum. I love editing Woman’s Day, but I see my office colleagues way more than I see my own family – so after work I try to give my all to my two kids and hubby. By the time I try to check in with friends and extended family, I’m sure many women will relate to the fact this leaves very little “me-time” in my week. Without allowing windows to unwind and reset, I know how tough it can be to keep your spirits up. I’ve got better in recent times at making space for me. I know that going to the gym or walking the dog before work clears my head and makes the day ahead so much better. A walk…

Travel is what I get up for in the morning, so it is a great sadness to me that there has been much less of it than usual this year. I blame that thing – oh what’s it called? It involves long hours, other people, not enough snack breaks and an office. Work, yes, that’s it. What a ridiculous invention. How did it ever catch on and why are so many of us stuck doing it? In my decades as a novelist and columnist, I not only managed to avoid other people, not enough snack breaks and an office, but I was able to keep earning a living wherever I happened to be. And if that is on a beach in the South of Spain, or by a friend’s pool…

There are places on Earth that seem too far away to ever visit. Not physically far away, necessarily. Just too exotic, exciting and Xanadu-like to even dream of travelling there. How lucky am I that I’ve been able to travel to lots of wonderful and interesting countries? I don’t think there is anywhere I’ve been that was one of those unobtainable destinations. I’ve done the Kiwi usuals. By that I mean Aussie, the US, England, France and Germany. I took a step off the beaten track and spent some weeks in Tunisia in North Africa, which was in every way extraordinary. No-one spoke English, but luckily my severely limited schoolgirl French allowed me to buy water as opposed to dehydrating to death. Prague was another place off the route a…

Set in a Victorian fantasy world called The Burgue, Carnival Row is the splashy, expensive new series about mythological immigrant creatures who are forced to coexist with humans when their land is taken over. Refugee fairy Vignette (Cara Delevingne) rekindles a past romance with half-human detective Philo (Orlando Bloom), while they also try to solve a murder. The two stars shed some light on the dark yet beautiful thriller. What drew you to the fantasy world? Cara: I think there’s always been a lot more space to be these extremely amazing female characters. It’s really important to me, with the jobs I do, to have some sort of positive impact. It’s not like we’re saving lives, but I want to make a difference. Orlando: Fantasy is a way to embrace…

KOURTNEY , 40 Her style has certainly evolved! While eldest child Kourtney has split from long-time lover and father to her children Scott Disick, she’s still a devoted mother to Mason, nine, Penelope, seven, and Reign, four. KHLOÉ, 35 The youngest of the Kardashian sisters, Khloé was a big party girl in the early days of the show, even doing jail time following a DUI. Now she’s mother to one-year-old True and has her own fitness series, Revenge Body. KYLIE, 22 On the first episode Kylie was just 10 years old. Fast forward and she is now mother to one-year-old Stormi and is the youngest self-made billionaire in history thanks to her beauty empire, Kylie Cosmetics. KIM, 38 Kim’s beauty looks have certainly changed a lot, but so has her…

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Virgo AUG 24 - SEP 23 September looks expensive, but luckily you’re full of bright ideas. Creative endeavours might prove lucrative, while at work, your inventive approach could pave the way for success. Body-wise, Mars is giving your energy levels a boost: perfect for fitness kicks or backyard blitzes. Libra SEP 24 - OCT 23 Been holding your breath waiting for an answer? After months of uncertainty, Saturn’s forward trajectory could bring good news. Unexpected gifts, payments or advances at work might make for a memorable month. The whole family may have energy to burn, so plan for an active weekend. Scorpio OCT 24 - NOV 22 Prepare for people to confide in you. Meetings and catch-ups are likely to be long and full of surprises. For many Scorpions, links…

KIERAN READ Age: 33 Position: Loose forward Super Rugby team: Crusaders Did you know? The team captain tried to watch his favourite movies, the Lord of the Ringstrilogy, on the way to Japan. AARON SMITH Age: 30 Position: Halfback Super Rugby team: Highlanders Did you know? He’s dad to a three-week-old son, Luka. ANGUS TA’AVAO Age: 29 Position: Prop Super Rugby team: Chiefs Did you know? He modelled in his undies for Bonds at New Zealand Fashion Week 2019. ANTON LIENERT-BROWN Age: 24 Position: Midfielder Super Rugby team: Chiefs Did you know? His favourite band is UB40. ARDIE SAVEA Age: 25 Position: Loose forward Super Rugby team: Hurricanes Did you know? Has his own eponymous clothing brand, Ardie Savea Clothing. ATUNAISA MOLI Age: 24 Position: Prop Super Rugby team: Chiefs…

HOW THE GAME IS PLAYED There is just one truly golden rule when it comes to rugby: Everything your team does is right, and everything the other team does is wrong. Every year, World Rugby publishes a 196-page guide to the laws of the game and their many variations, and at the beginning of each season, there’s conjecture and discussion about how the rules might be interpreted that year. Here, we’ve picked out the basics of what you need to know when it comes to watching the 2019 Rugby World Cup. STARTING OFF To begin play, a good kicker (usually the first five-eighth – in the All Blacks’ case, that’s often Richie Mo’unga) kicks the ball from the halfway line into opposition territory. It must travel 10 metres at least.…

A player begins to answer a question with “Yeah, definitely” A player attempts a drop goal The All Blacks perform ‘Kapa o Pango’ A Kiwi fan pulls a pukana in the crowd Someone says “Rugby was the winner on the day” Steve Hansen smiles A commentator or sports reporter refers to Ben Smith as ‘Ben from Accounts’ A player is sent off with a red card George Bridge scores a  hat-trick in a single game (three tries) A player is sent off with a yellow card You hear the word ‘”physicality” The commentator says “Smith passes to Smith” A commentator says “lovely little offload” Someone says “Champagne rugby” A player intercepts the ball and scores a try The TMO is used…

When Prince Harry married Meghan Markle in May last year, he desperately hoped it would mark the start of a settled and blissful new life. But after yet another week of scandal and controversy, he’s said to be struggling to cope with the emotional fallout over his wife’s refusal to follow royal rules. And Woman’s Day can reveal that Meghan’s surprising decision to travel to America to cheer on her friend Serena Williams at the US Open has sparked a major crisis behind palace walls, with the Queen calling emergency meetings with her senior aides in a bid to take control. “Each week the situation gets even worse,” tells our source. “Meghan is becoming more and more rebellious and appears to have taken matters entirely in her own hands. She…

Their summer appeared idyllic in every way. In late June, George and Amal Clooney returned to Venice, Italy – the impossibly romantic city where they wed in 2014 – and were seen taking a helicopter tour after walking hand-in-hand near the canals. Then, in July, they hosted friends, including the Obamas, at their spectacular home on Italy’s Lake Como, where they’d retreated for the summer with their adorable two-year-old twins Ella and Alexander. They often dined out in nearby towns, travelling via speedboat. “Any time they were photographed, they were all smiles,” says a local. But behind closed doors, it was a very different story, the source reveals. “George and Amal were fighting like crazy. Then, just weeks before their fifth anniversary, all of their problems came to a head…

It started as a cheeky social media post, sharing a fun fashion hack with fans – but dangerously thin Victoria Beckham is now feeling the heat of her husband’s wrath! The showbiz glamour couple are at loggerheads over Victoria’s shrinking frame, with hubby David Beckham “deeply worried” that the former Spice Girl is putting not just her own health at risk, but also the future wellness of their daughter Harper, eight. It all began with an Instagram post in which the pop star-turned-fashion-designer – also mum to Brooklyn, 20, Romeo, 17 and Cruz, 14 – demonstrated how she wore a necklace as a belt. “David was furious with Posh for boasting about that,” claims a source close to the couple, “and he blasted her for setting a bad example for…

Stefaan Ness was “stoked” when he saw Victoria Fuller, 27, walking down the aisle to marry him, but admits that he didn’t have a type in mind when he signed up to MAFS. “That’s why I was kind of awkward and laid-back with my approach to the wedding,” the 26-year-old newlywed says. But he was a bit shocked as he watched his big day on TV, saying that with the hours of interviews and filming, only “a couple of minutes of bloopers” were shown. “Family is a massive part of my life and so for none of that to get portrayed out there … I was a little disappointed,” he confesses. Passionate fans have taken to social media to question the Auckland-based pool technician’s match with primary school teacher Vicky,…

When Woman’s Day rings undeniably handsome Clint Randell about the Hottest Media Hunk results, the radio star is rather fittingly in the middle of a gym workout! While he narrowly missed out on winning the title of Woman’s Day and Bonds X-Temp Hottest Media Hunk for 2019, the father-of-two won’t be slowing down his workout regime anytime soon as he’s been named the Bonds X-Temp Rising Star, taking on a partnership with the leading clothing brand. “It’s pretty fun because there’s been a lot of good-looking stars and guys who’ve worked with Bonds, but I’m really just a dad in his early 30s,” laughs Clint, 34. “I’m looking right now and I’m wearing Bonds too!” And while New Zealand’s answer to Marky Mark might have lost the overall competition, Clint…

SCORE: 0-6 You really need to Central Perk up! Either you were too busy or too young to care during the ’90s, but you really aren’t among Friends here. Go find some re-runs for research – they’re always on somewhere! SCORE: 7-12 They were there for you, but you’re not quite all there when it comes to your knowledge of the best sitcom of all time. You certainly know the basics, but you just don’t quite Rachel cut it as a best Friend. SCORE: 13-19 You’re doin’ pretty good it seems. You certainly know who your Friends are and you’re no doubt desperate for the gang to be properly reunited for one more episode.…

Cajun Fish with Roasted Corn Salad SERVES 4 PREPARATION & COOKING 35 MINUTES 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 tablespoon butter, melted 2 teaspoons sweet paprika ½ teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground white pepper ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 4 x 200g firm white fish fillets 3 trimmed corn cobs 1 small red onion, chopped coarsely 1 medium avocado, chopped coarsely 250g cherry tomatoes, halved 2 tablespoons lime juice ¼ cup coarsely chopped coriander 1. Preheat oven to 200°C. 2. Combine garlic and butter in a small jug. Mix spices together in a small bowl. 3. Place fish on an oven tray. Brush both sides with the garlic mixture, then sprinkle with the combined spices. Roast, uncovered, turning halfway through cooking time, for 15 minutes or until browned on both sides…

ABOUT THE COLLECTION You can easily update your wardrobe if you target a few signature pieces that are in vogue, and supplement them with some classics that you can mix and match in different ways. Selecting a couple of garments that feature on-trend fabrics, prints, colours and styles will mean you capture the essence of the latest spring looks. 1 TREND 1 Top-to-toe style Jumpsuits and matching print tops and bottoms are a key look, with shoes and accessories that blend seamlessly. It’s a versatile style – dress your outfit up with heels, or go casual with the latest sandals. Wearing a different top in a solid colour will give your matching set extra mileage. 2 TREND 2 Earthy moods Traditional brights have been eclipsed by…

Go for gold Live the high life and treat yourself to the luxurious Dr. Lewinn’s 24k Gold Age-Defying Face Mask, $11.99. It’s infused with a potent serum containing 24-karat gold to enhance radiance, plump and brighten. Just peachy! The compact Benefit Cheekleaders Mini Pink Squad, $56, contains cute summery shades to blush, brighten and highlight. Oiled up Infused with a shot of Thomson Whiskey, New Zealand-made ed&i After Sun Body Oil, $34, is the perfect soothing salve. Whiskey has the same amount of antioxidants as wine and is also a potent anti-inflammatory. Matching set Sephora Collection Weekend Kit, $15, is a handy pack of mini refillable containers. It also comes with a clear beauty bag to store them in. Lip service The all-new nude shades in Anastasia Beverly Hills Mini…

Want your hair to be on point while you’re travelling, but don’t want to carry around heavy styling tools in your luggage? Check out these quick, easy and sexy styles that require no heat, leaving you with more time to spend relaxing. RELAXED CURLS Wash your hair and let it air-dry, using a leave-in conditioner if your hair tends to frizz. While hair is still damp but not soaking wet, spritz with sea-salt spray, then twist your strands into two buns on either side of your head. Use hair ties and bobby pins to secure. Spritz with more salt spray and either sleep on it or wait as long as possible to remove the buns. Shake it out and hey presto – tousled beachy waves! BEACH WAVES Sea-salt spray is…

I’ve been travelling a lot lately and I have to say, staying on top of my health and fitness can come with its challenges. But if I am organised, my nutrition, exercise and sleep don’t have to be compromised. I’ve found that if I know my schedule and have done some research into the area I’m staying, it’s possible to plan ahead for healthy food options and opportunities to exercise. Whether you’re travelling for work or are on holiday, you want to be feeling good and functioning well, so try not to use the trip for an excuse to overindulge. That doesn’t mean treats are banned, though – if you’re in Pokeno, get the ice cream and if you’re in Paris, have that croissant! Balance is the key here. LEAVE…

I’ve discovered a sneaky way of getting kids off screens and into the great outdoors – having a dog. To be a responsible pooch owner, you have to get that fluffy friend outside for a run and a good walk – and this has proven a sure-fire way for me to make sure my littlest miss is getting off her screens for a while. The older children get, the more of a battle it is to keep them off devices. And more proof is trickling in that we are raising an indoors generation. Physios have long been talking about curved spines and sore necks in kids, and teachers are over screen obsession. In Britain, a Mumsnet survey of more than a thousand parents has found that half said their children…

Man of the moment Brad Pitt made a serious comeback recently in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, but withhisnewmovie Ad Astra, fans are predicting the 55-year-old could score not one but two Best Actor Oscar nominations – and perhaps his first win. The father-of-six tells, “I would say it was the most challenging film I have ever embarked on. I learned something from this one.” In Ad Astra,Brad’s character Roy McBride is an astronaut given a prestigious top-secret mission to find the source of a destructive power deep in space. Roy’s father was also an astronaut who mysteriously vanished while on a mission, and it’s believed he holds the answer to everything. For filmmaker James Gray, working with Brad was a dream. He tells, “I’ve been lucky…

GAME OF THRONES 32 NOMINATIONS AVAILABLE ON NEON ‘If you’re not familiar with this popular fantasy series, you must have been living under a rock for the past eight years! Coming to an epic and polarising end back in May, the show has won numerous awards during its run, and this year has a whopping 32 Emmy nominations. With outstanding acting, amazing costumes and impressive special effects, Game of Thrones is sure to take home some major awards ’ – Jennifer Reynolds, sub-editor WHEN THEY SEE US 16 NOMINATIONS AVAILABLE ON NETFLIX ‘ I’ve never cried so much watching a TV show before! This miniseries is an emotional roller coaster and hard to watch at times, but it’s something I would recommend to everyone. True crime is a wildly popular…

Four favourites from Celebrity Treasure Island share the first things they did after getting back to civilisation. BARBARA KENDALL “I turned on my phone and rang my husband and kids straight away. And then had the longest, best hot shower. I was so disappointed when it came to eat as food didn’t really excite me!” SAM WALLACE “I had two priorities after coming off the island. First, to find out what happened with the Cricket World Cup. The camera operators were teasing us the whole time about the scores but wouldn’t tell us. And burgers. I dreamed of the perfect burger while on the island and I got home and ate three of them.” JODIE RIMMER “The first thing I did when I left the island was have a long…

High life I’m interested in watching Paddy Gower: On Weed. Paddy is such a genuine and approachable guy, and it was so sad to hear about the tragic loss of his mother Joan to cancer 10 years ago (WD, Sep 9). That he has inherited her intelligence and ability to gain trust is heartwarming. It is clear the documentary shares not only the harrowing struggle that his mother went through and the heartache this caused Paddy and his dad, but will also be insightful to the benefits of medicinal cannabis for those suffering immense pain. It’s lovely how Paddy describes his mum helping him to tell their story, and I’m sure lots of Joan’s friends will contact him about both the Woman’s Day article and the documentary. • J Goodall,…

Ooh la la! Lily-Rose Depp and Timothée Chalamet sent temperatures soaring in Capri, Italy last week when they turned their luxury launch into a floating PDA palace. Lily-Rose, the 20-year-old daughter of A-lister Johnny Depp, and Lady Bird actorTimothée,23,have been hot and heavy since they met on the set of upcoming Netflix drama The King. In the film, Timothée plays Henry V and Lily-Rose plays Princess Catherine – and now that shooting has wrapped, it seems they’re wrapped up in each other!…

Reunited and it feels so good! The dazzling cast of Downton Abbey lit up London last week as the stars celebrated the world premiere of the hotly anticipated movie. Michelle Dockery, 37, Elizabeth McGovern, 58, Laura Carmichael, 33, and Hugh Bonneville, 55, were just some of the actors to hit the red carpet, grinning from ear-to-ear. But no-one looked happier than Allen Leech, 38, who revealed his wife Jessica, 38, is pregnant. “It’s very exciting. I’m not getting any younger; we just decided let’s give it a shot,” he grinned. “She is absolutely blooming. She is five months’ pregnant today. I’m nervous!”…

PLAYERS: There should be 15 players on the field at any one time. The exception to this is when a naughty player has been “sin-binned”. The players each have a number on their jersey, indicating the position they play … 1 – LOOSEHEAD PROP: The “loosie” and “tighty” props are recognised by their distinctive ears, akin to cauliflower on each side of their head. 2 – HOOKER: “Hooks” the ball with his boot during a scrum, officially. It’s also the hooker’s job to throw the ball in a straight line into the lineout. 3 – TIGHTHEAD PROP: Refer to loosehead prop. 4 & 5 – LOCK: Ram their heads fairly close to the bottoms of the props and hooker – aka the front row – during a scrum. 6 –…

Advice (giving a bit of …): Hurling abuse at the ref. Bench: Where players sit while waiting to play. Also used to describe players “on the bench”. It’s enough to know that players don’t want to be there and make it clear by running along the sideline looking longingly at the field. Catch-up football: Can be translated to “they’re losing”. Charge-down: Throwing yourself at the ball instead of another player. This is a good thing to do. Dummy: Deceiving the opposition into believing the ball is about to be thrown. It is not. Energetic play: What happens moments before a player is sent off. Grubber kick: When the player kicks the ball along the ground instead of into the air. Head-high: Tackled above the shoulders. If your side is responsible…

Embattled Prince Harry is delighted to be leaving behind the negative headlines and heading to South Africa this week, with Meghan and baby Archie at his side. The couple are said to be excited about returning to the continent where they fell in love for their first royal tour as a family and are hoping the public will see another side to them. “They want it to be an opportunity to turn things around. Meghan hopes to show the passionate, down-to-earth side of her personality while she’s in Africa,” says a source. But aides are apparently already irked by the former actress’ diva demands – she’s said to have requested her favourite bottled water from Finland be taken on the trip, air purifiers installed on the plane and that her…

OH MY GODDESS! JEN’S BIZARRE RITUAL The actress shares her strange secret She’s got brains, talent and beauty, but it turns out Jennifer Aniston has something else up her sleeve – a goddess circle! The Friends star confessed last week that she and a group of her closest pals – thought to include actresses Courteney Cox, 55, Andrea Bendewald, 49, and Molly Kimmell, 41 – have been practising the earth mother tradition for the past three decades to mark each other’s major life events. During their ritual, the women sit cross-legged on the floor and pass around a stick decorated with feathers and charms, talking about their intentions. Murder Mystery star Jen brought the goddess circle together ahead of her weddings to Brad Pitt and Justin Theroux, and also…

Just a few short years ago, Athena Angelou was homeless, living out of her car with a toddler. Thinking back on that rough time in her life instantly brings a tear to the eyes of the Flava radio star. “I was a teen mum and ran away from home,” recalls the now 28-year-old. “I ended up homeless and then I was on the dole. Just before I started working for Flava, I was working in a smoke store as the manager selling blunt wraps, cigarettes and shishas. “My parents were kind of disappointed because they had always wanted more for me.” The tears start to fall when Athena recalls a specific moment of desperation, sleeping in her car in a park one night with her son Silas, who is now…

Working as a barista at Scotland’s Balmoral Castle, MAFS groom James Hardy didn’t expect to meet the Queen – and when he did, the 29-year-old didn’t recognise her! The Christchurch-based telecommunications technician scored the job three years ago after applying for the role on classifieds website Gumtree and worked there for nine months. “You don’t ever expect to bump into her,” he laughs, adding that she was wandering in the gardens at the time. “I probably turned into a nervous wreck, but it was a good experience.” The pair had “the small chat you have with someone when you first meet them”, with Her Majesty asking his name, role in the castle and about his home country. “She said she was a big fan of New Zealand – I don’t…

When Mary-Ann Moller set eyes on a tall older man at a friend’s house on Christmas Day six years ago, she scanned his heavily tattooed body and figured he wasn’t her type. But when Paul Wood, a doctor of psychology, approached her, she was impressed by his charm and intelligence. After an afternoon chatting, Mary-Ann took the lead and asked him to coffee the next day. That evening she excitedly typed Paul’s name into Google and two words jumped out at her: convicted murderer. “Obviously I wasn’t expecting that,” recalls Mary-Ann, 33, now Paul’s wife and mother of their sons Braxton, four, and two-year-old Gordy. “I looked through all the articles and was pretty concerned.” Paul, 42, had spent over a decade in prison for killing his drug dealer at…

Top tipple Gin connoisseurs, rejoice! Japanese distilling masters House of Suntory introduce Roku Gin. As soon as you twist the cap on the geometric bottle, you’ll be enveloped by the six very special botanical aromas inside. Use Roku to create the brand’s signature gin and tonic below – it’s simply divine. Available from all good liquor stores nationwide, rrp $54.99. Roku Signature Serve 1. Peel fresh ginger using the edge of a spoon, then slice into six equal long sticks. 2. Take a long glass and fill it with ice. 3. Add premium tonic to the glass, leaving enough space for Roku Gin to be added. 4. Add the ginger sticks to the glass. 5. Pour 50ml Roku Gin into a shot glass to reach room temperature. 6. To serve,…

Ruth finds inspiration for her designs all around her. “I spent a lot of time at Raglan beach last summer and that sparked the idea for a nikau palm print as a statement fabric for a new range.” Trips to LA draw her attention to crisp blue and sandy tones, as well as casual elegance. “I’m always mindful of who we’re designing for and the need to have pieces that are casual but contemporary, mixed with clothes that make a dressy statement.” Ruth often gravitates towards simple styles that really work. “I saw a T-shirt dress in Tokyo that had a knot gathering up the front,” she says. “I’ve adapted that and designed one that drapes beautifully and is very flattering.” Shop all your fashion must-have essentials instore and online…

1 Swap liquids for solids Solid products are particularly handy for travel because, unlike liquids, there is no risk of spillage or breakage on long-haul flights. It’s a total win-win! 2 Trade aerosol for powder It can be hard to forgo your usual aerosol products, such as dry shampoo, in your carry-on, but a great plane-friendly alternative is powders. Not only do these formulas usually come in smaller sizes, but they also last longer, meaning you don’t have to worry about running out of something on y our trip. 3 Stock up on samples You know all those beauty samples you collect in a drawer and save for a rainy day? Well, now is the time to use them. Particularly useful on a flight, samples of moisturiser , eye cream…

Alison Whyte is a Second Officer on Air New Zealand’s Boeing 777 fleet, flying to North America, the Pacific Islands and London. She lives in Palmerston North with her husband and their three young children, and commutes to Auckland for work. What are your tips for combating jet lag? I have a strict routine. As soon as I arrive at my hotel, I sleep for three hours maximum, which keeps me going until a reasonable bedtime hour. The first night at my destination, I don’t let myself go to bed before 8.30pm. As a pilot, I generally don’t really suffer from jet lag as I make an effort to keep my body on New Zealand time during layovers. In the US, I’ll go to bed at 2am (9pm NZ time)…

TAKE A MOMENT Set an alarm on your phone to remind yourself to practise a relaxation technique like meditation every day. It doesn’t have to be complicated – simply find a quiet place, close your eyes and focus on clearing your mind for just a few minutes. MAKE SLEEP A PRIORITY Decide on a realistic bedtime and stick to it. Even half an hour more sleep a night will improve your concentration. Try to avoid screen time for an hour before bed – the light they emit disrupts your circadian rhythms. FIND A CREATIVE OUTLET Write a poem, paint a canvas, upcycle some furniture or experiment with a new twist on an old recipe. There’s a strong link between creative expression and overall wellbeing. ALLOW TIME FOR FUN ACTIVITIES Sticking…

Kiwis love the relaxed pace of a Pacific Islands escape. Pair it with chic French culture and voila – you’ll find Tahiti is the perfect blend of both. If you’re heading to Europe, consider a stopover there on the way. 1 A tropical mini-break You wouldn’t think Tahiti was the obvious route to Europe, but it’s a glorious place to break your journey. Flying Air Tahiti Nui, it’s less than five hours from Auckland to Papeete’s Tahiti Faa’a International Airport. Stay a couple of days, then continue your journey on to Paris, with a brief stop in Los Angeles. Just remember to apply for your ESTA (electronic system for travel authorisation) for entry into the United States, which you need even when in transit. It’s easy to…

Q My dear friend is always late and chaotic. She’s suggested we head overseas on holiday together, but I don’t know if I can stand the mayhem! How do I let her down gently? • Travel Bug, Hamilton A Well, you can make her an itinerary, lie about times she needs to be places and just relax into a bit of the chaos. Come on! It could be fun to be with a whirlwind for a while. Just make sure you hold on to the passports! Q My husband and I are planning a special holiday next year for our milestone wedding anniversary. The only trouble is we can’t agree on what to do! What do you suggest? We may need to resort to a game of Paper, Scissors, Rock!…

It’s the moment New Zealand has been waiting for – the Rugby World Cup 2019 is finally upon us. The first match kicks off this Friday night, so it’s time to get organised and figure out how you’ll be watching the games. Spark New Zealand holds the broadcast rights this year but it has also entered an agreement with TVNZ. Over the course of the tournament, there will be seven live matches on TVNZ 1, including the opening match and the final. For those wanting to watch all 48 matches, you’ll need to purchase a Spark Sport Tournament Pass for $89 and stream the games online. If you’re not a fan of watching on your laptop and don’t want to invest in a Smart TV, look into buying a Chromecast.…

‘Obsession, boredom and intellect fuels spy series Killing Eve, which takes the traditional game of cat-and-mouse to the extreme as it pits Sandra Oh’s Eve against Jodie Comer’s Villanelle in a psycho-thriller that makes it nigh on impossible to distinguish the good guys from the bad.’ – Emma Sartori, senior sub-editor ‘Bodyguard is a hit of adrenaline. It will make your heart race and your head spin. This story takes you on a wild journey with violent leaps amid conspiracies, leading to a nail-biting climax. Bingeing this series is a race well worth the run.’ – Olivia New, senior designer ‘If long-held family secrets, eerie towns and troubled heroines are your thing, Sharp Objects ticks all the boxes. Amy Adams is brilliant as an alcoholic journalist who’s sent back to…

PUBLISHED LETTER WRITERS WIN A COPY OF THIS BOOK One Thursday morning in Petronella McGovern’s Six Minutes(Allen & Unwin, rrp $32.99), Lexie Parker dashes to the shop for biscuits, leaving her daughter Bella in the safe care of the other mums in their playgroup. Six minutes later, Bella is gone. Police and media descend on the tiny village, while locals unite to search the dense bushland. But as the investigation continues, relationships start to fracture, online hate messages target Lexie and the community is engulfed in fear. What secrets are the other parents hiding? Why does a local teacher keep a photo of Bella in his lounge? What happened in those six minutes, and where is Bella?…

Alright, New Zealand – brush off your boots, pull on the black jersey and get ready for six sensational weeks of watching our boys take on the world in Japan! The Rugby World Cup is always an occasion, and we can’t wait to see our All Blacks take to the field and carve up the opposition. But it also brings an opportunity for us all to come together as a nation and embrace everything that’s awesome about our beloved game. After all, there’s nothing quite like World Cup rugby to inspire excitement, fanaticism and passion – especially here in Godzone, where we’ve written the book on what it means to love a rugby team! From getting all your mates together for a viewing party to dressing up the kids for…

Spark Sport will stream all 48 matches of Rugby World Cup 2019 live and on demand. TVNZ 1 will broadcast 12 matches free-to-air, including delayed coverage of all New Zealand pool matches and quarter-finals, and live coverage of the opening match, semi-finals and Rugby World Cup 2019 final. JENNY-MAY CLARKSON When former Silver Fern Jenny-May Clarkson was given the opportunity to cover the Rugby World Cup, she knew without a doubt she wanted to be at the forefront of sporting history. But she asked for her family’s blessing first. “We made the decision as a whanau and that’s it, we’re all in, boots and all,” says the sports reporter, 45, who joined Hayley Holt, John Campbell and Matt McLean on TVNZ’s Breakfast this month. “My family are proud and excited,…

1 What former All Black has been described as the perfect 10? 2 Formerly known as “Touch, Pause, Engage”, what is the new terminology for a scrum? 3 What was the nickname of rugby great Sir Colin Meads? 4 If a player scores a try that is then successfully converted, how many points will the team be awarded? 5 What were the first rugby balls made of? 6 Has rugby union ever been played as an Olympic sport? 7 True or false: The Japanese rugby team is also known as the Brave Blossoms. 8 Where will the 2023 Rugby World Cup be held? 9 How many players are on the field from one team during a game? 10 Who was the youngest ever All Black at 19 years and 45…