Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 2011 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

When broadcaster Toni Street first set out on the long and emotional surrogacy journey that would eventually result in the birth of her adorable baby Lachie, she couldn’t help but worry about the bond she’d have with her longed-for third child. Would she love him in the same way as her daughters, who were carried naturally, she wondered, or would their connection be somehow different? But as her not-so-little toddler clambers over her, planting kisses on Toni’s face and shouting “Mama!” at the top of his lungs, it’s clear those fears were unfounded. In fact, the besotted mum can’t help but well up when talking about her beautiful boy, who was made possible thanks to the selflessness of her best friend Sophie Braggins. The New Plymouth-based businesswoman and mum of…

Brooklyn Beckham’s 21st birthday party was never going to be small, and insiders say Victoria and David, 44, set aside a whopping $200,000 for the celebration at their Cotswolds estate. Aspiring photographer Brooklyn was joined by his family’s close A-list friends, including Cara Delevingne, Sir Elton John, Emma Bunton, Gordon and Tana Ramsay and, of course, his girlfriend Nicola Peltz, 25. “Brooklyn was in his element,” says a pal. “He looked great, Nicola was gorgeous and everyone commented on how happy he looked. David and Victoria are super-proud of him, and it was only right they flashed the cash for their eldest child’s big milestone.”…

Her parents are two of the most famous actors in the world, so it’s not surprising that Shiloh Jolie-Pitt wants to follow in Brad and Angelina’s footsteps. And now, in her first role since Kung Fu Panda 3 in 2016, she’s set to go in front of the camera for the upcoming movie The Goree Girls – alongside Jennifer Aniston! The teen has had an acting coach for the last five years and has been desperate to audition for roles, but her mum has been urging her to focus on her education instead. An insider tells, “After Jen revealed there was a small role for Shiloh, Brad managed to get Ange to agree on the basis filming wouldn’t interfere with her studies. But Ange is apparently furious – even more…

KASEY, 31 PERFORMING ARTIST SHE’S A REALITY TV REGULAR! “She’s absolutely on the show to relaunch her failed entertainment career,” spills a source, who insists the Sydney-based bride, who appeared on failed reality series The Shire, is so fame-hungry she told participants to refer to her by her stage name KC on set. “Her ship as a performer has sailed in LA, so she’s definitely back in Australia trying to get into acting,” dishes the source, adding that the brunette beauty has been linked with a slew of famous faces, including One Direction’s Niall Horan. DREW, 31 MUSICIAN HE’S A PAID MODEL! With a six-pack that would make any bride blush, it’s no surprise that incoming groom Drew is a working model, who has been splashed…

With comfortable ease, Rain Dove slips into a curve-teasing outfit that accentuates generous boobs. The next moment, the feminine goddess vanishes and is replaced by masculine layers, an enviable jawline and a dark brooding that has Woman’s Day questioning if it’s the same person. But that’s the magic of Rain, a 30-year-old androgynous model and outspoken LGBTQ advocate who challenges gender norms in the fashion industry by modelling in both women’s and menswear for the likes of Calvin Klein, Louis Vuitton and Nike. And after arriving in New Zealand from Los Angeles for our exclusive photo shoot, it isn’t just a switch of clothes but also mannerisms, movement and even the ditching of typical pronouns such as “he” and “she”, instead being replaced by “they”, that encapsulate Rain’s powerful message.…

GARIBALDI SLICE MAKES 24 PREP & COOK 50 MINUTES + REFRIGERATION 1 ½ cups currants ½ cup sultanas ¾ cup dried figs, chopped finely ½ cup water ¼ cup marsala 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 tbsp caster sugar PASTRY 2 cups plain flour 1/3 cup caster sugar 185g cold butter, coarsely chopped 2 egg yolks 1 tbsp iced water, approx 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease a 20cm x 30cm slice pan. 2 PASTRY Sift flour and sugar into a medium bowl; rub in butter with your fingertips. Stir in egg yolks and enough of the water to make a firm dough. Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth. Divide dough in half; wrap separately with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. 3 Place fruit, water and marsala in…

Bachelorette NZ fans were shook up when a shock twist saw Lily McManus join Dr Lesina Nakhid-Schuster as the second Bachelorette – a double-dating surprise and world first in the show’s global history. We grilled the gorgeous duo about their skincare regimes, favourite beauty brands and how they unwind ... Lesina, 32 What was your first experience with beauty? I remember having my make-up done for my fifth form ball at St Dominic’s College out west! That was probably the first time I ever wore make-up. I was wearing a shimmery pastel blue dress, and asked the make-up artist to put the same colour eyeshadow on me. We can all imagine how that turned out! What’s your beauty philosophy? Blend, blend, blend! Wear what you like, do your make-up however…

COVID-19 is an outbreak of a new coronavirus disease, sometimes called novel coronavirus or 2019-nCoV. Coronaviruses are a large and diverse family of viruses, which cause illnesses such as the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS). According to US magazine Scientific American, WHO named the virus COVID-19 according to the type of virus that causes the disease. Co and Vi come from coronavirus, with D meaning disease and 19 standing for 2019, the year the first cases were seen.…

Exercise and I have a complicated relationship. It needs to be done and I want it to go jump in the lake without me. However, in the interests of good health one must sometimes fight the baser instincts and pull one’s finger out. To this end, I’ve tried every exercise known to mankind over the decades and as it turns out, I love walking. It’s just like running but slower and doesn’t make your face scrunch up in a look often shared with fairytale murderers of cute little children. The advent of the ear bud has made walking an even more enjoyable pastime. And if you’re tired of your music collection – which in my case has changed by only two songs since 1987 – now there are podcasts. Get…

There’s nothing I like better than chocolate. (Actually, there is another thing I love, but that will remain private!) But beyond those two, I crave a crumb-free benchtop. Yes, my internal happiness is dependent on a stainless-steel bench. There are far nobler ways of defining one’s happiness, I’m sure. I might like to try mindfulness and meditation, but I can go from having a 10-out-of-10 day to a bluer-than-two day if someone has used the kitchen and left scatter and muck on my benches. My children know this – they’ve heard me ranting and raving, crying real crazy weeping tears, standing at an unclean bench. In fact, I’ve cleared rooms with the meltdowns only ever witnessed at the sites of faulty nuclear reactors. And yet I came home yesterday to…

PUBLISHED LETTER WRITERS WIN THIS BOOK In Genevieve Gannon’s The Mothers (Allen & Unwin, rrp $32.99), Grace and Dan are in their 40s and have been trying IVF since they got married. Priya and Nick are being treated at the same fertility clinic and have their own issues. Priya is booked for her next IVF cycle the same day Grace goes in for her final, last-chance embryo transfer. Two weeks later, both women get their results. A year goes by and one of the women learns her embryo was implanted in the other’s uterus, and must make a devastating choice: live a childless life or seek custody of a baby who has been nurtured and loved by another couple.…

Oh baby! Katy Perry has finally confirmed what Woman’s Day reported late last year – she’s pregnant to fiancé Orlando Bloom! Announcing the big news by showing off her gorgeous baby bump in the music video for “Never Worn White”, Katy, 35, declared it’s the “longest secret she’s ever had to keep”, saying, “I had to reveal it at some point because it was getting pretty obvious!” While the happy mum-to-be and her man haven’t revealed the sex to anyone, our insider says, “They’ve made several hints they’re expecting a boy and Katy’s always spoken about wanting ‘mini Orlandos’, despite Orlando longing for a daughter.” The source adds, “The pregnancy was very much planned. Katy and Orlando decided to start trying for a family before they got married, after both…

Ethique is the world’s first zero-waste beauty brand, founded by Christchurch local Brianne West seven years ago. Countdown knows its customers are looking for products that are good for the planet and Ethique’s solid beauty bars come in gorgeous cardboard boxes, not plastic bottles. To celebrate the launch of Ethique in Countdown, we have 10 prize packs to give away, worth $47 each, including one Ethique Shampoo Bar and one Ethique Conditioner Bar. To enter, go to womansday.co.nz and click on the “Win” tab with the code WDEC11, or send your name, address and phone number to: Woman’s Day/Ed’s Letter 11, Private Bag 92512, Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141, by March 20.…

What a difference a year makes. In March 2019, Prince Harry and his pregnant wife the Duchess of Sussex attended the annual Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey alongside the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. When Meghan and Kate arrived, the friendly sisters-in-law warmly greeted each other with a kiss, and the two couples – then still affectionately called the Fab Four – smiled and chatted while they awaited the Queen’s arrival. On the way to his seat at the abbey, Prince Charles stopped to share a joke with Meghan, who laughed heartily. But in the days leading up to this year’s festivities on March 9, the mood among members of the royal family was decidedly more tense. In what appears to be a never-ending game of tit-for-tat, Meghan, 38,…

‘Ange is jealous of how much Brad has been embraced by the showbiz community’ They used to be the king and queen of the red carpet. But while Brad Pitt remained the toast of Hollywood this awards season, his ex-wife Angelina Jolie was noticeably absent from every ceremony. “She’ll never admit it, of course, but Ange is jealous of how much Brad has been embraced by the show business community after they split up,” says an insider of the actor, who picked up all of the major prizes for his role in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. “He’s on top of the world right now, and that doesn’t make her happy.” Glitzy Tinseltown events and Brad aren’t all that Angelina, 44, seems to be avoiding though. Except for a…

She was an emotional wreck after being cheated on in her first season of MAFS, and already there’s concerns for Lizzie Sobinoff’s wellbeing now she’s back on the show for a second shot at love. Lizzie – whose new TV hubby is Seb Guilhaus – seriously clashed with Hayley Vernon, 32, in an explosive catfight on a girls’ night out, ending with the 28-year-old smashing a glass in anger. Apparently Lizzie took offence when disgraced bride Hayley made fun of other women and joked about cheating on her groom. “Lizzie’s out for Hayley’s blood!” reveals a source, who says Lizzie was so enraged, producers were forced to step in to break up the stoush moments before Lizzie attempted to grab Hayley by the throat. “They had never seen her like…

While thousands of Kiwis are expected to pay their respects at the upcoming memorial ceremonies across the country, many Muslims are choosing not to attend because it conflicts with their faith and beliefs. Islamic Women’s Council spokeswoman Anjum Rahman explains that the Muslim tradition is to look forward, with loved ones’ deaths not normally acknowledged on a specific day. “We don’t do anniversaries like this,” she says. “We don’t have gravestones or marked graves, and we hold a funeral immediately as possible after the death of a person and not wait for relatives to come from overseas. The ethos is that the memory of the person lives in your heart and you honour them by remembering them when you can.” She says it ties into the Muslim belief that you…

With an infectious grin, Leisel Shepherd will tell you that her main loves in life are her mum, make-up and making videos for social media. And she now gets to work with all three every day! Defying doctor’s “expectations” for a bleak future, the 20-year-old has Down syndrome, but her developmental delays haven’t stopped her from going into business as a Nutrimetics consultant, serving up skincare tips to the many customers she’s become a hit with. “This job has been life-changing for Leisel,” says mum Brenda, 53, who works alongside her in a supportive role from their home in Red Beach, north of Auckland. “It’s boosted her confidence, improved her speech and it’s been a safe way to try and give her independence out in the community with other adults.…

1 Look for Trade Me’s Background Check on car listings, which shows whether a vehicle has been reported stolen, re-registered or is a damaged import. 2 Buy a vehicle report from MotorWeb (motorweb.co.nz), which will highlight important information about a car such as whether there is money owing or inconsistent odometer readings. 3 Get a trusted mechanic to do a full mechanical check, highlighting any parts that need replacing soon or detecting nasty surprises that could cost you.…

We’ve all been there: Mid-afternoon rolls around and you need a pick-me-up to get you through the rest of the day. Eating well on the go can be tough, and while it’s easy to turn to pre-packaged food for convenience, taking a few extra minutes in the morning can help you stay on track. Paying attention to your main meals is essential too, as skipping meals can be bad for your health, and waiting too long between feeds can cause you to overeat later in the day. Save money and satisfy those cravings with a healthy snack you prepared at home. Hardboiled eggs It’s easy to overlook the goodness a boiled egg can provide. At only 75 calories and six grams of protein, a hard-boiled egg is a perfectly portion-controlled…

Job distribution at our place has always been a battle because the kids are all about what’s fair. If they get even the slightest whiff of something not being fair, you’ll never hear the end of it. When they were little we put up a roster on the fridge where all five of them had specific jobs to do and it got ticked off, and then they’d get pocket money at the end of the week. We ran the “no jobs, no pay” rule and it worked well, apart from the odd tantrum where somebody would announce they didn’t even want the money so weren’t going to do their job. That sort of hissy fit was usually short-lived, thank goodness, and normal service would resume once they saw another sibling…

It’s been nearly two years since we last visited the futuristic, robot-inhabited theme park that is Westworld, and after season two’s explosive ending in 2018, fans have been waiting patiently for the next instalment. While not much has been revealed about the upcoming episodes, producer Jonathan Nolan has dropped a few subtle hints. “This season is a little less of a guessing game and more of an experience, with the hosts finally getting to meet their makers,” shares Jonathan. “It’s been a long build-up to get outside the park and we’re incredibly excited about what that looks and sounds like, and what exactly our hosts discover out there.” Season two saw main character Dolores, played by Evan Rachel Wood, lead a  rebellion that resulted in her finally escaping into the…

British acting legend Kristin Scott Thomas joins Irish star Sharon Horgan in this heartwarming film based on the true story of the women who started the first Military Wives Choir. Military Wives follows a group of women in North Yorkshire who, to help support each other while their husbands are deployed in Afghanistan, start a singing group. They quickly grow from a dysfunctional gaggle to a worldwide phenomenon, and after practising with her castmates, Sharon, 49, learnt why these choirs are so important. “I think everyone sounds better together and that’s what made us really close. That’s how I understand why these amazing brave women wanted those choirs in the first place, because it brings them together,” says the Catastrophe star. Meeting the real-life military wives was a life-changing experience…

STARGIRL Friday on Disney+ RATING: When a quirky new girl moves to town, Leo is intrigued by her individuality and finds himself stepping out of his comfort zone to befriend her. Grace VanderWaal stars in this beautiful coming-of-age flick based on the book of the same name. ELITE Friday on Netflix RATING: The third season of this hit Spanish thriller series brings even more drama and suspense. Reeling in the wake of a murder at an exclusive high school, the students must deal with mixed emotions and face the consequences of their actions. KNIVES OUT Wednesday on Lightbox RATING: A modern-day whodunit with a stellar cast, this crime-comedy follows the investigation of a wealthy man’s suspicious demise during his 85th birthday party. Even though all the guests are family, no-one…

AMANDA SAYS This truly beautiful pup is my own big boy Rommy. He did not have a good start in life – he was born and bred to be a fighting dog. Rommy was rescued with other siblings at just a few months old. My other dog at the time, the beautiful Kelli, made it quite clear to Rommy what the rules were and the two became very close. He had this loving personality and was such a gentle boy. Unfortunately, in September 2019 I knew something was not right and he was diagnosed with bone cancer. My boy grew his angel wings on Monday, January 6, 2020. Although I am devastated by his passing, I know he is out of pain now. Rommy has since visited me to let…

It takes all kinds to make the world go round, and I for one love the variety of people who share their stories with Woman’s Day. Diversity comes in many forms – race, religion, gender, age, physical ability, sexual orientation, culture – and together our differences make us a wonderful world. In the pages of Woman’s Day, I try to foster a community that makes everyone feel like they belong. Leisel Shepherd (page 38) loves her job as a skincare sales consultant and the happiness she brings to customers with her passion. She has Down syndrome, but developmental delays in no way stop this lovely young woman from excelling in her job and spreading joy. Top model Rain Dove talks to us about challenging gender stereotypes in the fashion industry…

JONNY LEE MILLER MARRIED: 1996 SPLIT: 1997 Angelina was only 20 years old when she tied the knot with Jonny, now 47, after meeting him on the set of the 1995 movie Hackers. Flash forward to 1999 and they were finalising their divorce. BILLY BOB THORNTON MARRIED: 2000 SPLIT: 2002 Billy Bob, 64, became so smitten with Angelina on the set of Pushing Tin, he left fiancée Laura Dern for her. But the actor says their “different lifestyles” doomed them. BRAD PITT MARRIED: 2014 SPLIT: 2016 Together 10 years before their wedding, 56-year-old Brad and Angelina’s marriage only lasted two. Their divorce, however, has dragged out for nearly four years and still isn’t signed off.…

From the outset, real-estate agent Aleks Markovic was clear about what she wanted out of the Married at First Sight experiment: to start a family. Now, it seems the sharp-shooting bride has got exactly what she wished for – and more! Last week, the 32-year-old sent the rumour mill into overdrive when she was snapped back home in Perth, cradling what onlookers describe as a baby bump. And while Aleks and her TV husband Ivan Sarakula, 30, appear to be falling more and more in love each week, it’s becoming increasingly unclear who the baby daddy is. Rumours of a pregnancy first surfaced when Aleks refrained from drinking alcohol at a dinner party, leading castmates to talk. “It was just very out of character for her to refuse some dinner…

CHRISTCHURCH • National Remembrance Service, Ko Tatou – , Tatou – – We Are One, will be held in North Hagley Park, Sunday, from 3pm. WELLINGTON • Umah Day Exhibition, TSB Auditorium, Shed 6, 10am-4pm. A remembrance day event organised by The Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand in association with Wellington City Council. • Kilbirnie Mosque Open Day, 10am-3pm. Includes guided tours of the mosque, ethnic food, a photo exhibition, and names written in Arabic calligraphy. AUCKLAND • Remembrance Day, Eden Park. The event, which will include prayers and a live stream of the Christchurch service, is being organised by the New Zealand Muslim Association in association with FIANZ.…

Spurred on by the cult success of RuPaul’s Drag Race and dance drama Pose, drag queens have broken into the mainstream in a big way, influencing pop culture, celebrity style and even beauty trends. While not new, men wearing women’s clothing and make-up has never been so accepted or popular as it is now – yet when I’m asked to undergo a gender-bending makeover for Kiwi reality show House of Drag, my initial reaction is, “Hell no!” Though I donned the odd skirt from the kindergarten dress-up box and I’ve belatedly become a big fan of RuPaul’s series, I’m happiest in jandals and T-shirts, and I struggle to apply anything more than moisturiser to my mug. However, after some peer pressure from the Woman’s Day team and the realisation I’ll…

PUMPKIN & FETA PIZZA MAKES 2 PREP & COOK 20 MINUTES 200g pumpkin 2 large pita breads or store- bought pizza bases 2/3 cup tomato pasta sauce (see tip) 2 tbsp olive oil 100g feta, crumbled 50g rocket leaves 1 Preheat oven to 220°C. Grease two oven trays or pizza pans. 2 Using a vegetable peeler, slice pumpkin into thin strips. 3 Place pita or bases on oven trays, spread with sauce, then top with pumpkin. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with feta. 4 Bake for 10 minutes or until pumpkin is tender and bases are crisp. Top with rocket to serve. TIP For an easy spice kick, try arrabbiata sauce instead. FISH FILLETS WITH GRILLED CORN SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 35 MINUTES 4 x 200g firm fish…

Since January COVID-19, known more commonly as coronavirus, has spread from its point of origin in Wuhan, China, to many parts of the world, including three confirmed cases in New Zealand at the time of going to print. So far, more than 90,000 cases have been confirmed internationally, with the tally growing by the day. The new strain of coronavirus was first reported to the World Health Organization (WHO) at the end of 2019. NZ’s first case was confirmed at the end of last month, and the second and third on March 4 and 5. Ministry of Health officials say Aotearoa is prepared and ready to deal with a coronavirus outbreak should it occur here. The risk of an ongoing outbreak is low-moderate, and the Ministry is monitoring the situation…

San Francisco is but one jewel in the crown of Northern California’s Bay Area. Just a ferry ride away from the city’s downtown, it’s a whole new world. 1. MARIN COUNTY I have family across San Francisco Bay on the other side of the Golden Gate Bridge in Marin County, which spreads from there to wine country up north. They’re right on the water near San Quentin prison (a surprisingly lovely spot) and not only have paddle-boarding, swimming and kayaking on their doorstep, but are within 10 minutes of countless communities with shops, restaurants, bars and many ways to get to the city if you want to. San Rafael is the county seat, but I loved Larkspur Landing with its Hamptons-like stores and eateries, handily across the road from the…

Q My daughter is in her early 30s and just seems to be going from one doomed relationship to another. She is aware her biological clock is ticking, but seems to date just for the sake of being with someone. I reckon she needs to learn to be happy in her own skin, by herself, and then she will meet the right guy. Do you agree? Rules of Engagement, via email POLLY SAYS She needs to forget about finding someone and work on herself. Only then will she have the confidence that ensures she accepts nothing less than a man who invests in such a Grade A queen! Q I read that Madonna is dating a 25-year-old guy. She is 61! Part of me thinks “good on her”, but really,…

THE CONJURING Lightbox A family move into a house possessed by demons and hire supernatural investigators to purge the bad spirits before it’s too late. A QUIET PLACE Netflix In a world overrun by murderous creatures, Emily Blunt and John Krasinski struggle to stay alive. There is only one rule: don’t make a sound. US Neon The Wilsons’ peaceful family vacation turns into a nightmare when a group of killer doppelgängers appear and start hunting them down. THE EXORCIST Netflix Perhaps the most iconic horror film ever made, this tale of the demonic possession of a young girl remains a cult classic. THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS Amazon Prime Video Hello, Clarice ... Sir Anthony Hopkins and Jodie Foster star in this Oscar-winning thriller based on the best-selling book. SAW…

Before Judd was cast as bad boy John, George Clooney and Nicolas Cage were both considered for the role. The movie is set in Shermer, Illinois – a fictitious Chicago suburb created by John Hughes, who wrote, directed and produced The Breakfast Club. The town features in a number of his films, including Sixteen Candles, Pretty in Pink and Home Alone. Anthony ’s real-life mother and sister appeared in the movie as the family of his character. Bonus fact: John Hughes played his dad! Rick Moranis was originally cast as janitor Carl Reed, but left the project due to creative differences. “From what I was told, he wanted to play the character as a Russian with gold teeth and keys between his legs, playing with [them] provocatively,” explained John Kapelos,…

Girl power! I loved the epic read “Women we love” (WD, Mar 9) – what a great bunch! It made my day to read about all our beautiful celebrities as well as Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s kind words. It was great to hear about their strengths, highs and lows, support, compassion, challenges and the general celebration of other women’s success. With the world changing so much it’s good to know us women still bring out the best in each other. Happy International Women’s Day to you all! Stephanie, Tauranga Hidden struggles I’ve just read the story of Chyanne Bevan’s plight (WD, Feb 24). Sadly, some people seem to think it’s their right to assume things about people based on their appearance. I say they should think how they would feel…

Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20 Feeling drained in the finance department? These social stars might prove expensive, and as planets soak up a stylish vibe, dreams of an image overhaul could become an obsession. But hey, it’s not all bad news: your senses are coming alive, and even better, romantic winds are beginning to swirl. Aries MAR 21 – APR 20 Something exciting is heading your way! If you’ve put in the hard work, a promotion or bonus might land in your lap – just don’t ignore those climbing stress levels. Explore relaxation techniques over the cooler months or bid a toxic person farewell. Wear a diamond for extra luck. Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 Squeezing in work with your busy social life may not be easy, but…