Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 31, 2021 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

The accidental theme of this issue is how important it is to find positivity and gratitude when you’re going through diffi cult times – and no one knows this better than our cover girl Hayley Holt, who has bounced back from the heartbreaking loss of a child to find happiness, love, peace and security. It brings me great joy to hear our former Woman’s Day TV Personality of the Year winner is smiling again and I can’t thank her enough for sharing her heartwarming story with you all. Turn to page 14 for an incredibly inspiring read. Elsewhere in the mag, The Apprentice Aotearoa finalist Stephen (page 24) reveals how multiple tragedies inspired him to help save lives – and give nude modelling a crack! – while local surfing legend…

The Filipino community may be well represented in New Zealand’s healthcare sector, but believe it or not, in Shortland Street’s 29-year history, there’s never been a Filipino actor in a major role on the medical drama – that is, until now! Stage actress Márianne Infante – who was born in the Philippines but moved to Christchurch in 2006 – says she is “very honoured but nervous” to be making her screen debut as larger-than-life nurse Madonna Diaz this Friday. “There are a lot of us Pinoys here in Aotearoa,” she tells Woman’s Day. “We’re the third largest Asian population and the fastest growing, so our faces and accents are very familiar, but they’re fresh to Ferndale! I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t feeling the pressure, but I’m thrilled…

Congrats to radio duo Sharyn and Bryce Casey, who have revealed they’re expecting their second child, a little brother or sister for son Tyson. “We’re bloody stoked – and nervous,” writes the Edge presenter and Masked Singer NZ star, who is due in January. “Bryce has been a total rock star looking after me and I feel very grateful for him… So that explains my reflux burps and dry-retching on air. Thanks to my amazing work pals who have supported me through a wild first 12 weeks.” Sharyn, 35, suffered multiple heartbreaking miscarriages on her journey to motherhood and was overjoyed to welcome Tyson in early 2018, describing parenting as “the most rewarding and relentless thing ever”. The Rock host Bryce adds, “It made us better at listening to each…

At face value, rumours that a Flemish maiden cursed the love-lives of the Monegasque royal family sounds like the kind of warning tale you’d tell your little princes and princesses before bedtime. But dig a little deeper and it’s no wonder some are starting to believe there’s truth to the legend that a woman kidnapped by Rainier I – who, in the 13th century, became the first ruler from the House of Grimaldi – cast a spell that would ensure “never will a Grimaldi find happiness in marriage”. Whispers of the curse re-emerged last week when it was revealed that Rainier I’s direct descent, Prince Albert, is in the throes of yet more marital woes involving his wife Princess Charlene. The 43-year-old Zimbabwean Olympic swimmer spent their 10th wedding anniversary…

While a decade has passed since singer Amy Winehouse’s tragic death, her best friend Tyler James still remembers it as if it were yesterday. “It was the most awful day,” Tyler, who had been living with Amy in her London home at the time, tells Woman’s Day. “I’ll never get over it.” On the morning of July 23, 2011, Tyler returned home to Amy’s frantic security guard Andrew pacing the hallway. He said he’d found Amy unresponsive in her room. Used to her relapses and having just spoken to her hours earlier, Tyler strolled into the kitchen to make her a cup of tea while making a mental list of belongings to pack for her to go to the hospital. However, after two ambulances pulled up outside, he knew something…

Dolly Parton joked last year that she and her husband Carl Dean were “sick” of each other after 55 years of marriage. “I’m sick of him and I’m sure he’s sick of me,” said the 75-year-old singer. But the truth is the devoted pair, who tied the knot back in 1966, can’t get enough of each other. “We’ve been together most of our lives,” gushes the star, who married Carl when she was 20. “We really enjoy each other when we’re together.” Which makes it all the more heartbreaking that Carl, 78, is now battling the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. “His memory comes and goes – you just never know,” says a source. “He does still recognise Dolly and his caregivers.” According to insiders, the pair – who never…

Just four days before Elise Pulbrook headed into the kitchen for her MasterChef Australia audition, she’d finally been admitted as a lawyer after years of study. It was a major achievement, but along the way there were moments when the 28-year-old says she wanted to give up on her dream. “When I was doing my undergraduate degree, I did work experience at a firm that was a diffi cult environment,” Elise explains to Woman’s Day. “It wasn’t necessarily an older firm – it was a firm with young men in it – but it may as well have been a football club. It almost put me off going into law altogether.” But after sticking it out and completing her post-graduate studies, she found a Melbourne-based firm that was not only…

Just days after being crowned Wimbledon champion, tennis sweetheart Ash Barty has even more reason to smile. Whisked away for a romantic getaway after her epic win, close friends are speculating longtime boyfriend Garry Kissick could be planning to get down on one knee and pop the question! “If he does propose, it will be incredibly romantic, but without too much fanfare,” an insider tells Woman’s Day. HER ‘CHEEKY’ BOY It’s hard to imagine a more touching moment than seeing Ash, 25, climb the stands in front of millions of people across the world into the arms of the man she lovingly refers to as her “cheeky and caring handsome boy”. “It was like watching the final scene in a romantic movie – except this was real!” says the source.…

Look-alike pals AMANDA SAYS These two beautiful babies come through and tell me they are not related but they look the same. The female, Bowie, tells me they do not necessarily share the same opinion on things. Bowie also tells me they’re the same height but she is a bit podgier than Prince. She tells me they travel a lot in the car and that the two dogs love it, especially when they go to the beach. Bowie shows me she is about a year old but still acts very much like a puppy. The male Prince perks up and tells me he was with Mel first and then about a year later Bowie turned up. Prince tells me he is incredibly handsome and everyone tells him so. The two…

BE CONSIDERATE TO OTHERS “If you have a friend who’s a bit down, invite them around for a cuppa to get them out of the house,” says Dr Gunn. “Knowing you’re helping someone is extremely gratifying.” GO TO BED AN HOUR EARLIER Studies show that getting sufficient sleep each night – seven to nine hours is usually enough – is the best way to maintain good mental health and feel happier every day. EMBRACE JOYFUL MOMENTS “Some people are naturally happier than others, but it helps if you decide to treat your happiness like a muscle and exercise it regularly.”…

Open up a bed and breakfast If you’ve dreamed of owning your own bed and breakfast why not consider letting out your spare room to tourists? You can supplement your annual income, and the days you have guests are entirely up to you. These days, anyone can list a room for free using websites such as AirBnB (airbnb.co.nz) and Booking. com. The only catch is you have to pay a percentage of all your earnings to the host site. Before you proceed, money expert Bessie Hassan says you should have a chat with your accountant to discuss how your taxable income may be affected. “While it may sound easy to do, you still need to make sure it’s financially worthwhile for you, because, you don’t want to make extra money…

CORIANDER CHICKEN WITH CARROTS & COCONUT COUSCOUS SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS + RESTING COOK 30 MINS • 1 cup coriander leaves, plus extra to serve • ½ cup parsley leaves, plus extra to serve • 2 tbsp oil, plus extra to drizzle • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 1 garlic clove, crushed • 3 carrots, trimmed, halved lengthwise • 8 chicken drumsticks • 1 tsp five-spice powder COCONUT COUSCOUS • ¾ cup couscous • 270ml can coconut milk 1 Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a large oven tray with baking paper. 2 Place coriander, parsley, oil, lemon juice and garlic in a food processor. Process until well combined. Season. 3 Place carrots on tray. Arrange chicken on carrot and spread each drumstick evenly with herb paste. Sprinkle with five-spice…

MOVIE OLD Kiwi actress Thomasin McKenzie stars in this chilling thriller from the mind of The Sixth Sense creator M. Night Shyamalan. The tingles begin when a family holidaying on a tropical island discovers a secluded beach, which causes them to age rapidly. IN CINEMAS THURSDAY BOOK NINE LIVES by Danielle Steel After a horrific tragedy, perpetually fearful Maggie Kelly decides to face her fears by embarking on a journey from the US to Europe, where she finds a thrill-seeking man who opens up her world to adventure, love and ultimately disaster. OUT NOW (Pan Macmillan, $34.99) MUSIC WANNABE 25 by Spice Girls A quarter of a century after releasing the most recognisable pop song from the past 60 years, the world’s best-selling girl group has dropped this anniversary EP,…

Harry & Olivia on honeymoon? Now that’s amore! Following rumours of a shotgun wedding, Harry Styles and his actress girlfriend Olivia Wilde enjoyed a romantic sailing trip off the coast of Tuscany. Family reunion After being separated by the pandemic, Rachel Hunter was reunited with daughter Renee Stewart and big sis Jacqui in LA. Good Lorde! Solar Power singer Lorde looked ever so sunny as she left a taping of The Late Show With Stephen Colbert in Los Angeles. 2 Become 1 Emma “Baby Spice” Bunton was every bit the blushing bride as she wed her boyfriend of 23 years, chef/singer Jade Jones, in London. J.Lo’s hot dip Smouldering in a swimming pool with a full face of makeup, Jennifer Lopez sure made a splash in her Cambia El Paso…

Actor Dominic West sparked speculation his marriage to wife of 11 years Catherine FitzGerald may be over after he showed up to Wimbledon without his wedding ring on. Not bothering to hide his bare hand, the British star was all smiles as he arrived solo at the sporting event. Dominic and Catherine’s union hit a rough patch in October last year when the 51-year-old actor was snapped kissing his The Pursuit Of Love co-star Lily James in Rome. Despite the scandal, Dominic and Catherine insisted their marriage was rock solid – and even wrote a note declaring that to the public! But in May, Catherine, 50 – who shares four children with the Affair star – admitted their marriage has had its “ups and downs”. Dominic’s solo outing comes after…

After tying the knot on July 3, Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton are keen to cement their new family even further by having the country singer adopt Gwen’s three boys Kingston, 15, Zuma, 12 and Apollo, seven. “Blake loves those kids like they were his own already. He doesn’t want to just be a friend to them – he wants to properly become their dad,” says a source. Indeed, Blake, 45, has gushed of the trio, “I can’t imagine my life without these kids now.” But insiders say the boys’ father, Gavin Rossdale, 55, is firmly against the idea. “Gavin’s not willing to give Blake an inch on this subject,” tells a source of the rocker, who’s had a hostile relationship with ex-wife Gwen, 51, since they split in 2015…

She might have been born into a world of luxury and privilege, but even Princess Eugenie is prone to sometimes feeling like she gets the short end of the stick. Curiously, her misfortunes usually seem to come at the expense of her cousin-in-law, the Duchess of Sussex. Eugenie, 31, is said to be in “a fit of the glums” after a last-minute COVID scare caused the abrupt cancellation of her baby boy August’s christening – a gala event that was due to be attended by her grandmother, the Queen. “Eugenie was beside herself that the Queen was coming,” says a source. “She doesn’t always attend christenings – she bypassed Meghan and Prince Harry’s son Archie’s, for example – so Eugenie was very touched that she committed to seeing August baptised.…

Looking at The Apprentice Aotearoa contestant Stephen McDowell’s popular Instagram account, the Invercargill reality star seems like someone more likely to be meditating on a beach in Bali than making moves in the boardroom. But the man behind the man bun is driven by a mission – and it’s not only to win the $50,000 prize. The 28-year-old social media content creator, who has wheeled and dealed his way into the hit show’s final episodes, says his “ruthless confidence” is fuelled by the unusual ways he’s found to overcome the incredible hardships he’s faced. Stephen’s first brush with tragedy came at a very early age. “My family was at the beach on the New Year’s Eve of the new millennium when I saw my sister come out of the water…

When Bindi Irwin announced on June 21 that she was bowing out of the spotlight and taking a break from social media, speculation was rife that the star was struggling. But sources say there’s actually happy news behind her hiatus – the 22-year-old is pregnant again, just months after welcoming daughter Grace Warrior! “Bindi and Chandler knew from the get-go that they wanted a bunch of kids and they feel there’s no reason to wait,” says a source of the conservationist, who gave birth to her first child with husband Chandler Powell, 24, on March 25. ‘Bindi always said if she had a son, she would name him Steve’ According to the Irwin family insider, the couple – who wed in March 2020 and have always talked about having a…

Ooh la la! One of Hollywood’s golden couples, Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, proved the spark is still there after 38 years as they paraded their love while on holiday in France. Asked about the key to their four-decade romance, the 75-year-old actress replies, “Love, gratitude, compassion – because sometimes every man or every woman will drive their partner crazy – family, fun, laughs and sex.” And the pair – who have never married – certainly found it hard to keep their hands off each other as they spent some one-on-one time on their chartered yacht after enjoying a getaway with daughter Kate Hudson, 42, and her family in Greece. Disembarking from their luxury vessel, Kurt, 70, and Goldie shared a sunny lunch in St Tropez one day and a…

Falling in love with the girl next door might sound like something out of a romance novel, but for MasterChef Australia contestant Brent Draper, it was his lucky reality. After being introduced to his new neighbour Shonleigh by a mate, the pair quickly hit it off. “We’ve been together for 10 years and married for five,” boilermaker Brent, 31, tells Woman’s Day proudly. “She was literally the girl next door. We were really good friends for six months and then I just moved in. We’ve been together ever since.” It was Shonleigh who encouraged the 31-year-old to take a chance and apply to be on MasterChef. And after having their first child, Alfie, who’s now two, Brent tells how he felt a desire to pursue a different path. “I wasn’t…

Cancer JUN 22 – JUL 23 As your vision expands, a business idea or fundraising project might get you thinking. Skills learned over the next year could turn into stepping stones. If formal studies are out of reach, start educating yourself. Moneywise, let the dust settle before making life-changing decisions. STAR TIP If a local cause has caught your eye, why not volunteer your time or expertise? MATT LEBLANC With the Cancer trait of loyalty towards loved ones, it’s no wonder the actor was cast in Friends! Leo JUL 24 – AUG 23 Craving stimulation? The cosmos is encouraging you to expand your horizons through winter and – as luck would have it – a teacher or inspirational person could soon enter your sphere. If someone is testing your patience,…

HIGHLIGHT SKIN WITH LIQUIDS Radiance is harder to achieve in winter, so a liquid highlighter is an easy fix to give skin a quick and natural-looking glow. Apply in the usual spots – brow bone, the high point of cheeks and a little down the nose. SWITCH YOUR PRIMER If you’re a believer in primer – which extends the life of your base, keeping skin concerns like shine and dullness in check – switch to a luminous formula over a matte one throughout winter. Elizabeth Arden’s new primer has hydrating ingredients as well as polymers to improve the finish of your foundation. SWEET CHEEKS If you want a more natural flush, consider switching your powder blush for a cream formula when the weather cools. Dab onto the apples of your…

Pick a theme When planning a get-together, pick a theme for your styling. “This will inform your choices for the colour palette, the flowers, the mood lighting and even the food – ensuring a cohesive dinner party,” says interior stylist Steve Cordony. Find inspiration When it comes to selecting a theme, Steve finds inspiration from Pinterest and Instagram, but also looks to movies and fashion collections. As for what’s currently trending, Steve says, “Colour is huge in tablescaping at the moment. Think Italian Amalfi coast meets the Greek islands with stripes, masses of lemons and quirky, tapered candles.” Careful budgeting When creating an on-trend table setting, there’s no need to break the bank. Steve suggests looking around your home for what you already own. “Interesting objects, accessories and found items…

SLOW ROAST APRICOT CHICKEN & COUSCOUS SERVES 6 PREP 20 MINS + RESTING COOK 3¼ HOURS • 2kg whole chicken • 40g sachet French onion soup mix • ½ tsp ground cinnamon • ½ tsp ground cumin • ¼ cup olive oil • 1kg desiree potatoes, halved (quartered if large) • 2 red onions, peeled, cut into 2cm wedges • 400g can apricot halves in juice COUSCOUS • 1½ cups couscous • 250g cherry tomatoes, quartered • ½ bunch coriander, chopped 1 Preheat oven to 150°C. Rub chicken all over with combined soup mix, spices and 2 tbsp oil. Truss legs together with kitchen string. 2 In a large roasting pan, toss potatoes and onion in remaining oil. Push to edges and rest chicken in centre of pan. Roast 2½…

DIY Thai fishcakes Forget takeaway, give this traditional Thai dish a go for yourself SERVES 4 To make sweet chilli sauce, deseed and finely chop 1 long red chilli. Place in a small saucepan with 5cm piece lemongrass (whack with the back of a knife to release flavour), along with ½ cup white sugar, ½ cup white vinegar and zest 1 lime. Stir to combine, then heat on low 30 mins. For the fishcakes, place 500g firm white fish, 1 grated zucchini, 3 roughly chopped spring onions, 1 egg, 2 tbsp cornflour, ¹/ ³ cup Pepper & Me Rock Out With Your Wok Out Sauce (or any stir-fry sauce), ½ tsp sesame oil, zest and juice 1 lime, 30g coriander and 20g mint in a food processor and pulse to…

Bowled over! PRINCE CHARLES His Royal Highness looked a little unsure as he stepped up to bat during a visit to the Glamorgan County Cricket Club in Cardiff on the last day of his week-long visit to Wales. Dog tired? HEIDI KLUM Mooching in bed with her pooch Anton, the German beauty modelled a pair of pyjamas featuring the faces of her America’s Got Talent co-hosts. RIDE ON!  CLINT RANDELL Life is a rollercoaster for the star, who took his whanau to Rainbow’s End for the holidays. GO, GIRL! BRONWYN TUREI The former Go Girls actress announced she and her artist partner Manuel Solomon are expecting their first child in December. HELLO, YELLOW! BEYONCÉ After a month-long break from social media, Queen B returned to Instagram to model a Mara…

Sources say Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher are “dreading” being dragged into the courtroom for their friend and former That ’70s Show co-star Danny Masterson’s upcoming rape trial. “Ashton and Mila love Danny and support him,” a source reveals. “They both know being called to the witness stand in his trial is on the table, but they’re not looking forward to it.” Insiders say it’s possible the actors will have to front up for the 45-year-old Scientologist star – who is accused of raping three women between 2001 and 2004 – as they were part of his social circle when the alleged sexual assaults took place. While the couple double-dated and took holidays with Danny, sources say Mila, 37, may have more insight than most. “Danny and Mila were also…

In recent months, Prince Edward has stepped up to become one of the most popular royals, filling the empty shoes left by the passing of his father and the defection of Meghan and Harry. Sources say he was “more than happy” to take on a senior royal role, given it was set in stone decades ago that he would inherit Prince Philip’s Duke of Edinburgh title. The move was confirmed by Buckingham Palace in 1999 after Edward, 57, married Sophie Rhys-Jones – now the Countess of Wessex – with Philip, the Queen, 95, and Prince Charles, 72, agreeing that he “should be given the title in due course”. But last weekend, a newspaper report sent shockwaves through British aristocracy when it was claimed by a source that “the Edinburgh won’t…

The Irwin brand is built on wholesomeness, but Steve’s niece Rebecca Lobie is threatening to undo all that with her latest career move. According to reports, Bindi’s 33-year-old cousin, who she’s believed to be estranged from, is hinting she’s set to join adults-only subscription service OnlyFans. On July 12, the mother-of-two reshared a post by friend – and Only Fans participant – Lahnee Pavlovich, who told fans to “stay tuned” for a collaboration between the pair on the raunchy app. Earlier this year, Rebecca posted a series of lingerie-clad snaps on social media. It must come as unwelcome news for Terri, who has worked hard to keep the family’s reputation squeaky clean.…

Q My husband of 59 years passed two years ago. How is he and does he know how much we miss him? Stella MITCHELL SAYS Your beautiful husband knows – he is holding a red rose and says it’s for you. He smiles and says he often hears you talking to him. I feel he will send feathers to you as a special sign. He loves you more than words can describe. Q My daughter moved in with her father and cut ties with the rest of the family. Will she ever come back to me? Diane MITCHELL SAYS Her father has made her a lot of promises and has filled her head with nonsense. I feel this is why she is distant and withdrawn. Do your best to keep…

RASPBERRY, ROSE & VANILLA CRUMBLE SLICE SERVES 8 PREP 10 MINS COOK 35 MINS • ½ cup plain flour • ½ cup self-raising flour • ½ cup almond meal • ½ cup caster sugar • 2 eggs, lightly whisked • 125g butter, melted, cooled • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 1 cup frozen raspberries • 2 tsp rosewater •1/3 cup pistachios, roughly chopped • fresh raspberries, to serve • icing sugar, to dust CRUMBLE • ¼ cup plain flour • 40g butter, chilled, chopped • 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease and line a 26cm x 16cm slice pan with baking paper, extending paper 5cm above long sides to use as handles. 2 Sift flours into a large bowl. Add meal and sugar and mix to…