Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 29, 2021 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Doesn’t life sometimes feel like a whirlwind? Last week, I caught a sneaky preview of the Lion King musical (believe the hype – it’s enchanting!), then jumped on a plane for a long weekend away in my new favourite part of the country, Golden Bay. The weather wasn’t exactly golden, but I squeezed in a few hikes and a lot of wine. All good so far, right? Well, I paid for my time off with an inbox that was full to bursting and a mountain of overdue household chores. Even after a couple of late nights at my desk, followed by even later nights washing and vacuuming, I’m still not on top of things. But now I’ve read about everything Laura Tupou, the new face on The Project, has on…

BRITNEY’S SECRET HAWAIIAN WEDDING! Just days after shocking the world with her emotional court appearance, Britney Spears escaped to Hawaii with her boyfriend Sam Asghari – leading some to speculate whether they’re getting married! After the singer, 39, and personal trainer, 27, were spotted jetting into Maui for some R&R, sources hinted at the possibility of a shotgun Hawaiian wedding following Britney’s revelation she wanted another baby. “She’s anxious to get going on the kid thing – break free of her conservatorship so she can go off her birth control, create a nursery and have a child with Sam,” an insider tells Woman’s Day. “He’s telling friends they’re using this Hawaii mini-break to practise! They’re so excited and can really see a future together now they have the world’s support.”…

In terms of life milestones, getting the call to join a primetime current affairs show is most definitely up there for any journalist. But 2021 was always going to be a big year for rising news star Laura Tupou. As well as becoming part of the hosting team for The Project, filling in for Kanoa Lloyd while she’s on maternity leave, Laura reveals to Woman’s Day that she’s pregnant as well! “Yeah, it’s all go around here!” grins the 31-year-old Tongan talent. “Everything is kind of happening at once. It’s wild, although I feel quite good about it because I’ve had a child before, so I know what’s coming this time. I’m really excited.” Spending just a few minutes with Laura in the West Auckland home she shares with partner…

They’ve spent much of their eight-year relationship doing the long-distance thing between the US and the UK, and Courteney Cox admitted recently the pandemic has made things even harder to see her man Johnny McDaid. But the wedding countdown is finally on for the 57-year-old actress and the Snow Patrol singer, 44, with Courteney planning a move to London, where Johnny is based, to become Mrs McDaid! The pair got engaged in 2014 but were forced to put their plans on hold in 2015, with an insider telling Woman’s Day that Courteney couldn’t relocate because her ex-husband, actor David Arquette – with whom she shares daughter Coco – lives in the US. HEARTBREAK “David is a devoted father and the thought of Coco living so far away just wasn’t an…

FROM CO-STARS TO LOVERS In late 2016, Ewan and Mary met on the Canadian set of the third season of TV show Fargo, where they played onscreen love interests. EWAN SPLITS FROM WIFE AFTER 22 YEARS One day after he was seen kissing Mary, People reported that Ewan had quietly separated from his wife in May, and just months later, he filed for divorce. EWAN’S ELDEST TRASHES MARY Ewan’s eldest child Clara also lashed out at her dad’s new girlfriend – calling her “a piece of trash” and, in another post, calling her mother Eve “a goddess”. MARY DIVORCES, THEN KISSES EWAN! In October 2017, six months after Mary announced her divorce from filmmaker Riley Stearns, pictures surfaced of her kissing Ewan in a west London cafe. DAUGHTER SINGS ABOUT…

There’s not much that can faze former army corporal-turned-real estate agent Rachel Martin after being deployed everywhere from Egypt, East Timor and Bougainville to remote corners of Aotearoa. So when her Team Purple partner and bestie Janah Kingi decided to quit The Block NZ after COVID-19 hit, the Papamoa-based mum-of-three wasted no time finding a suitable replacement – and who better than her fellow former army buddy Connie King? “I knew Connie would be a good fit,” tells Rach, 42, who has three children, Jayde, 18, Quin, 16, and Liam, 15, with her partner of 21 years, former army officer Graeme Preston, 46. “She’s a good friend and an electrician, and I knew she’d be amazing. I rang her and she said yes straightaway!” It was a no-brainer for 40-year-old…

‘I’d do it all over again for the gains Joel made’ Coralie Graham will never forget the day her son’s life – and her own – changed forever. It was nine in the evening on September 9, 1991. Joel was three years old, and doctors told Coralie to prepare for the worst after the little boy suffered a cerebral oedema and stopped breathing. “I hate that day – I’ve got it a bit too firmly implanted on my brain,” remembers the Toowoomba mum. “I remember putting a laminated photo of Joel up at the end of his bed in intensive care and said, ‘This is who you are dealing with,’ because he is such a determined person. He doesn’t give up. “This year he’s had eleven times more birthdays than…

Camel talk! AMANDA SAYS As soon as I connected I had about 60 camels all talking to me at once! One of the camels, Uluru, tells me she was one of the originals of the 11 that were first rescued. Uluru is extremely happy to be a part of the family and has seen many new rescued camels come onto the property over the years. Each and every one of the camels feel so blessed to be free, safe and happy now. They all know Michelle would never let anything happen to them. They also know they are now part of a business and freely give milk to make the products that help pay for their upkeep. As people can come and visit them on the farm, the friendly camels…

WHAT IS RLT? “By using the natural healing power of red light, you can improve your recovery, how you look and how you feel,” explains Sam Lehain, founder and director of Bionik Wellness. Red or LED light therapy is an entity in itself, but is also made up of a few elements, the most common being near-infrared light. “Red light is readily absorbed by your body’s surface tissues and cells, leading to enhanced skin health and healing. Near-infrared light is invisible to the human eye and penetrates into deeper tissues, leading to enhanced recovery and inflammation support.” THE BENEFITS There’s an extensive list of what red light therapy may contribute to: Repairing sun damage Diminishing wrinkles, scars and stretch marks Healing acne Reducing inflammation Enhancing exercise performance Repairing and rebuilding…

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At the end of a 1.6km driveway behind a gated entry in Telluride, Colorado, you’ll find this sprawling log cabin house (plus a guest home) that once belonged to Tom Cruise, 59. With privacy at the forefront of the design at Tom’s request, the homes are nestled deep within the rolling mountains, with a national park next door. Spanning across 130 hectares, the seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom property complements its natural surroundings thanks to a cedar timber and native stone-clad exterior. Inside, the vibe is just as rustic as wooden beams line the ceiling, walls and roof with large expanses of glass. Two fireplaces make relaxing in the lounge room a cosy affair, no matter the season. The views are spectacular and enjoyed in each direction from patios and balconies, or by…

CHICKEN & BASIL NOODLE STIR-FRY SERVES 4 PREP 20 MINS COOK 12 MINS • 1 tbsp peanut oil • 1 red onion, thinly sliced • 2 tsp finely chopped lemongrass • 1 tbsp minced ginger • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped • 500g chicken mince • 2 tbsp red curry paste • 100g green beans, 5cm lengths • 2 tbsp fish sauce • 2 tbsp lime juice • 1 tbsp brown sugar • 200g rice stick noodles, soaked, drained • 1 cup Thai basil leaves • ¼ cup crushed peanuts 1 In a wok or large frying pan, heat oil on high. Stir-fry onion, lemongrass, ginger and garlic 1 min until fragrant. 2 Add chicken mince and stir-fry 5-6 mins, breaking up lumps, until evenly browned. 3 Mix in curry…

How does it feel to be back with a new series of Love Island? I’m so excited. It’s been a year where we all need a bit more love and fun in our lives, and I think everyone is ready for Love Island to be back – myself included. But it’s been good to have had that break for everyone who works on it because we all went through a loss. At the time, I didn’t deal with [former host] Caroline’s death because I was still doing the show. Lockdown was really great, if I’m honest, because I had the privacy and time to grieve. Caroline, I hope we do you proud. Did you miss it when it was off air? I’ve never worked a summer Love Island, so I’d…

1 I made a one-woman show, The Height Of The Eiffel Tower, that I toured in people’s living rooms all over the world. Some highlights have been performing on Venice Beach for three friends and under a tarpaulin tent at Burning Man for 30. 2 I really hate the song 3 Love Shack by the B52s! I go op-shopping in every 4 country I visit. I once bit a stranger thinking they were a friend. But it wasn’t my friend, just a frightened stranger. To that person, if you’re reading this, I’m really sorry about that! 5 One day, I hope to train as a doula so I can help people give birth – and so I can smooch little babies. I love babies. 6 I also love weird facts.…

MOVIE DATING AMBER She likes girls and he likes boys, but growing up in rural Ireland, it’s not something they want their peers to know. So Amber and Eddie decide to start dating in a bid to fit in. It’s a sweet coming-of-age story about the power of friendship and self-acceptance. IN CINEMAS THURSDAY BOOK THE DISAPPEARING ACT by Catherine Steadman Mia Eliot is at an acting audition when Emily asks for what seems to be a simple favour. But all is far from what it seems and Mia embarks on a dangerous search for the truth. OUT WEDNESDAY (Simon & Schuster, $37.99) EVENT SEA MONSTERS Keep dino-obsessed kids occupied these school holidays with Auckland Museum’s new exhibit that features never-before-seen fossils of the fearsome reptiles that terrorised the seas.…

Doesn’t life sometimes feel like a whirlwind? Last week, I caught a sneaky preview of the Lion King musical (believe the hype – it’s enchanting!), then jumped on a plane for a long weekend away in my new favourite part of the country, Golden Bay. The weather wasn’t exactly golden, but I squeezed in a few hikes and a lot of wine. All good so far, right? Well, I paid for my time off with an inbox that was full to bursting and a mountain of overdue household chores. Even after a couple of late nights at my desk, followed by even later nights washing and vacuuming, I’m still not on top of things. But now I’ve read about everything Laura Tupou, the new face on The Project, has on…

When it was finally confirmed, after several years of planning, that the long-awaited unveiling of a Princess Diana statue at Kensington Palace would go ahead on July 1, it was always going to be an emotionally charged event. Not least because insiders held high hopes that reuniting in their late mother’s memory would prompt the warring Wales boys to put their bitter feud behind them. But as the poignant date – which would’ve been Diana’s 60th birthday – drew nearer, William and Harry’s resentment towards each other only grew, their rift widening as Harry, 36, and his wife, the Duchess of Sussex, aired the palace’s dirty laundry in a bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey and a subsequent podcast with actor Dax Shepard. For his part, William, 39, has backed an…

Even before Kanoa first met her replacement on The Project a few months ago, the show veteran sent Laura a message to offer her support and encouragement. “That really put me at ease because I wasn’t entirely sure what was ahead of me,” tells Laura. “She mainly said to make sure to relax, have fun, and to bring my own personality and flavour to the show. She’s always made sure I’ve felt really welcome. She’s a lovely warm person, so I know it’s come from a really genuine place. I know she’s going on leave, but I also know she’ll be watching and always there should I need to chat.”…

When Woman’s Day visits The Apprentice Aotearoa contestant Erna Basson at her gorgeous five-bedroom home on Auckland’s Hibiscus Coast, the relaxed, breezy reality star seems a million miles away from the stresses of the boardroom. Introducing us to her husband Nellis and their sons Nicholas, nine, and Christopher, six, without the chic corporate wardrobe and signature long blonde locks she sports on the TVNZ 1 show, this is a side of Erna viewers don’t get to see. “I got recognised in Countdown today – without my extensions in,” she laughs. “That never happens!” It’s hard to imagine the statuesque entrepreneur as someone who could ever fly under the radar. At 1.8m tall, with the kind of charisma that lights up a room, Erna’s presence radiates the energy that has landed…

Bette Midler and Martin von Haselberg have managed to achieve one of the rarest things in Hollywood – a long-lasting marriage. But their chances didn’t look good when they spontaneously eloped to Las Vegas in 1984 – just six weeks after they met! “I asked him,” says Bette of the spur-of-the moment decision. “My wedding was two people – my husband and me – and, of course, the Elvis impersonator that married us.” But while they’ve managed to beat the odds, Bette says their 37-year union hasn’t always been blissful. “We used to fight bitterly,” admits the 75-year-old Golden Globe winner, who credits the arrival of their only child Sophie in 1986 for forcing them to fix their relationship issues. “We came to the conclusion that we wanted to raise…

“ The decision to not return to The Block was difficult and one that wasn’t made lightly. There was no fight or disagreement between Rachel and I – it was because of my flourishing construction and interior-design business booming after COVID. “Also, I was surprised at how much I missed my little ones last year – and that was only for two weeks! “I will absolutely be watching The Block now that Connie has taken my place. I’m at peace with my decision. It just wasn’t my time this year, unfortunately – this time is for Connie and Rachel. But I have no regrets at all. My time on The Block was an absolute blast! “Everyone was so fabulous and I’ve made some dear friends out of the experience, so…

Heads turn and eyebrows are raised wherever Brendon Tye goes. That’s because the strapping 37-year-old is a dead ringer for Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge! The Wellington business owner jokes that if he had a dollar for every time someone mentioned the resemblance or asked for a photo, he’d have enough to fly to the UK to meet his royal doppelgänger in person. “I can’t remember exactly when I first noticed that I looked like William, but it was probably in my teens,” says Brendon, the oldest of four sons and the only one in his family who looks like a British royal. “I’m around the same age as William and as we both got older, the resemblance became more and more noticeable.” When the publicity around Wills and…

Cancer JUN 22 – JUL 23 Hello Birthday Girl! An image overhaul might add a real spring to your step, while on the health or fitness front, Saturn could spur you into making an overdue decision. With your routines in a state of flux, making positive changes should be easy. Why not start with a good cut and colour? TIME TO TRY Spend some time and money on yourself – you deserve a few treats! SOFIA VERGARA A passionate and inspired Cancerian, this outgoing actress embodies the sign’s classic traits. Leo JUL 24 – AUG 23 Need a lift? Throw yourself into something active – both your health and your mood should pick up instantly. Dancing might hit the spot, along with team sports and live shows. Don’t waste Sunday’s…

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YOU MISSED A SPOT! KOURTNEY KARDASHIAN You’d think out of all of the stylists the eldest Kardashian has, one of them could have told her to tan her feet when wearing see-through heels! Hugh’s that? HUGH GRANT The Notting Hill heartthrob looked ready to tackle the fiercest of elements when he was spotted in London’s Chelsea on his way to the gym. Not sure what class he was going to, but it looks like it was going to be intense! Stars hit the surf ISLA FISHER & NATALIE PORTMAN The new best friends enjoyed a day at Sydney’s Whale Beach, just minutes from where Isla used to film scenes for Home And Away! Col, blimey! COLIN FARRELL Fresh from finishing the Brisbane Marathon, the True Detective star shows off his…

She was a skater girl “Good thing I was wearing shorts,” said Vampire Diaries actress Nina Dobrev after celebrating Go Skateboarding Day with this risque shot! Gemma’s little gems New mum-of-two Gemma Flynn captioned this snap with hubby Richie, “Raising kids is a walk in the park... Jurassic Park!” You BET-ter believe it! Dressed as an Egyptian pharaoh, Lil’ Nas X got down at the BET Awards in LA, while WAP rapper Cardi B (below) revealed she’s expecting her second child in September. Family selfie The Edge star Meg Mansell and her hubby Guy – who are due to become parents in November – took this sweet snap while on holiday near Mt Cook. No Basic beauty She may be 63, but Basic Instinct star Sharon Stone looks just as…

HARRY & CRESSIDA: REUNITED IN LONDON! Duchess Meghan was keeping her eye on Harry’s movements while he was back in London for more reasons than just their ugly family feud with the Windsors, say sources. An insider tells Woman’s Day Meghan was also “not thrilled” that his return to the motherland had him firmly in the crosshairs of his ex, Cressida “Cressy” Bonas – aka the one who got away, according to his friends. It was reported that Prince Harry stayed at Frogmore Cottage with his cousin Princess Eugenie, who happens to be free-spirited Cressy’s best mate. “Cressida is often over at Eugenie’s, a fact which can’t have escaped Meghan’s attention,” says a source. “I bet her mind was running wild with the suggestion that Harry and Cressida could meet…

Ewan McGregor has surprised the world with the arrival of a newborn baby boy with his actress girlfriend Mary Elizabeth Winstead – who he left his wife for after an on-set affair. But what’s even more shocking is that it was his formerly estranged daughters, Clara and Esther, who announced the happy news. Family friends say the arrival of baby Laurie has “healed all wounds” after his daughters blamed the 50-year-old star and Mary, 36, for breaking mum Eve Mavrakis’ heart in 2017, after he and Mary fell in love on the set of Fargo. ‘The girls will never stop trying to make it up to Mary’ FORGIVENESS The shocking on-set romance blew wide open in October 2017, when Ewan and Mary were snapped kissing in a London cafe, followed…

Holding her gorgeous daughter in her arms, Daisy De can hardly believe her miracle baby is finally here. Diagnosed with severe endometriosis as a teen, the 28-year-old English nanny was given just 0.1 per cent chance of conceiving a child naturally. But Daisy was so determined to realise her dream of having a family, she took drastic action to fund IVF treatment. “I knew it wouldn’t be possible for me to conceive naturally so I decided to sell my home,” she tells Woman’s Day. Daisy knew she would do anything to help make her dream come true. “Infertility hit me hard and becoming a mum was more important,” she says. Over the next eight years, Daisy poured every cent of her $89,000 profit on surgeries and IVF. She went under…

Q Where is Mr Right for me? I’m 53, single and never married. Is he still going to come to me? Will he be a genuine person, kind and sincere? I’ve waited – why has it been so long? Sharon MITCHELL SAYS I feel old hurts and the fear of never finding Mr Right has put an emotional wall around your heart. You are a beautiful soul who has a lot of love to share but you must let your guard down and trust. Dab a little rose-scented perfume oil over your heart each day for 21 days and say the affirmation, “I am worthy of love. I trust that in divine timing the perfect love will come to me. All is well.” Q My wife was given a silver…

As women, it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of negative self-talk. You know, the “I feel uncomfortable in these clothes, I wish I looked like her, why don’t I have a flatter tummy?” type of conversations we have with ourselves. Now, it’s OK to admit that body confidence and self-love can’t be learned overnight. In fact, they’re not even a final destination; learning them is a journey of highs and lows. But one thing is certain – it’s possible to feel beautiful, confident and powerful, and treat the woman you see in the mirror with as much respect and love as you would your daughters, sisters, mothers and friends. Body-positivity advocate Natalie Angel, founder of fashion try-on and styling Instagram account Let Me Try Before You Buy,…

Don’t be afraid of being an annoying client. If you’re not sure what your hairdresser’s talking about, ask questions. Just remember to be polite – they’re holding the scissors, after all! Don’t come in with dirty hair that’s pulled back. Wash and wear your locks as you normally would so your hairdresser gets a clear picture of the texture and your styling skill level. Only bring up to three references, not 50, so your hairdresser gets a good indication of what you want. Arrive wearing what you’d normally wear during the week to help your hairdresser match your hair to your lifestyle.…

It’s been decades since women used to “go powder their noses”, which was a polite way of saying they needed to use the toilet, but these days a powder room is a hot-ticket item and the majority of new builds feature one. Home decorators love them because it’s a low-risk place to go wild experimenting with wallpaper, high-vis colour and OTT touches because if you have a change of heart, it can be repainted by lunchtime. PAINT IT Resene marketing manager Karen Warman says one of the challenges powder rooms have is lighting. “Many powder rooms are not blessed with good lighting, so consider choosing an uplifting paint colour, then check and adjust your lighting to bring out the best in your room,” she tells. Because the room is a…

CHOCOLATE & RASPBERRY FUDGE BROWNIES MAKES 12 PREP 15 MINS COOK 30 MINS • 200g butter, chopped • 200g dark chocolate, chopped • 2 tbsp cocoa • 1¼ cups brown sugar • 3 eggs, whisked • ¾ cup self-raising flour, sifted • 2/3 cup frozen raspberries • fudge sauce, fresh raspberries, to serve HAZELNUT CRUNCH • ½ cup caster sugar • 2 tbsp water • ½ cup chopped skinless roasted hazelnuts • 1 tsp cocoa 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease and line an 18cm x 28cm slice pan and an oven tray with baking paper. 2 In a small saucepan, stir butter, chocolate and cocoa on medium heat until melted. Transfer to a bowl. Cool slightly. Whisk in sugar and eggs. Fold in flour. Pour into slice pan.…