Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 48, 2021 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

I was green with envy when I saw our pictures of Olympic rower Brooke Donoghue’s romantic trip to Queenstown on page 20. Keen readers of this letter (hi, Mum!) will know my planned Central Otago getaway was cancelled due to lockdown and I haven’t left Auckland in months. My feet are seriously itchy and it’s not tinea! But with the hot, sunny weather we’ve been having and restrictions easing, life is starting to feel almost back to normal for the Woman’s Day team. In the past week, I’ve enjoyed my first, second and third swims of the season, several post-work beach picnics and a fun family gathering for my sister’s birthday. While the news might be full of doom, gloom and complaints, I’m feeling grateful to live in such a…

After multiple miscarriages and a tense month of hospital bedrest, The Edge presenter Sharyn Casey has given birth to a baby boy at just 29 weeks! She and her hubby, fellow radio star Bryce, also parents to three-year-old Tyson, have called him Reuben, with the new mum explaining, “Reuben is named after one of our friends who’s a positive, creative, genuine, kind, amazing force to be reckoned with – every Reuben we’re friends with is the definition of awesome!” Sharyn paid tribute to her “rock star” doctors and midwives, adding, “We will be forever grateful to everyone that has and continues to help, from holding my hand whenever I was scared, answering a million questions or sneaking me extra apricot jam.” Of The Rock presenter Bryce, she says, “You’re an…

It seems Tori Spelling has finally called time on her marriage to Dean McDermott. The Beverly Hills, 90210 star, 48, was clearly defeated – and ringless – as she was seen carrying several large moving boxes into a private residence in LA last week, with a source spilling that she’s just biding some time before she makes the split from Dean, 55, official. “Tori’s not yet filed divorce papers, but she’s had them drawn up ready to go and it’s only a matter of time – and money,” a long-time friend tells Woman’s Day. “Dean and her aren’t talking and the whole situation is irreparable. “The time has passed for any reconciliation, and while she hasn’t yet given notice on the house they’re renting, she’s packing up her stuff,” they…

While everyone else is focused on Ben Affleck’s high-profile reunion with Jennifer Lopez, his ex Jennifer Garner looks to have secretly got engaged! The 49-year-old flashed a diamond rock on her ring finger as she sipped tea during a Zoom appearance recently, prompting several reports that she’s said yes to her burger millionaire boyfriend John Miller. Indeed, sources say she’s grown incredibly close to John over the past few months and the kids she shares with Ben – Violet, 15, Seraphina, 12, and Sam, nine – couldn’t be more excited. If Jen is getting married, you can guarantee she’ll want something low-key. “She’ll let the kids choose everything, from the dress down to the menu – which, if they have their way, will be burgers and hot dogs,” tells a…

‘Louise is a shining light for the royal family and the Queen’ Lady Louise Windsor’s 18th birthday last week marked a milestone moment: the young royal is finally able to call herself a princess! But as the daughter of Sophie and Edward, the Countess and Earl of Wessex, celebrated with a private family dinner and a Zoom call with her grandmother the Queen, it was quietly acknowledged that she would not use this significant occasion to adopt the title she is entitled to use. Earlier this year Sophie told The Sunday Times that she thought it was “highly unlikely” Louise, or her 13-year-old brother James would use their HRH titles on becoming adults, but despite this, Louise is still being prepped to become an increasingly important member of The Firm.…

When Kimberley Crossman went to India to visit her sponsored child, she was upset to learn that young girls in the community would often skip meals because they feared for their lives if they were to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night. “It was a real wake-up call for me,” recalls the Celebrity Treasure Island favourite. “As someone who suffers from anxiety and depression, I’m scared of things like not fulfilling my potential as a creative artist, but I don’t live in fear for my own safety, which must just be so paralysing.” Yet Kim tells Woman’s Day the people were so joyful because Kiwi sponsors like her were making such a difference by bringing education and sanitation to their village, near the city of Putna.…

It was pitted as the TV comeback of the year, with its popular cast – including Kiwi leads Rebecca Gibney and Erik Thomson, as well as Hugh Sheridan and Michael Caton – reprising their roles and returning to the Rafter family home almost 10 years after it went off the air. However, unlike the show’s characters, it appears the Packed To The Rafters audience have moved on, with the reboot being unceremoniously axed by streaming service Amazon Prime after just six episodes, leaving the stars in shock! BACK TO SQUARE ONE Talking to Woman’s Day, a show insider says the cast have been left “disappointed” after hearing the news, with many of them signing on to what they believed would be a multi-season reboot. “They all loved doing it again…

From the mid-’90s to early 2000s, Mark Philippoussis was a tennis legend. Dubbed “The Scud”, the Aussie athlete tore through his opponents on the court and rose through the ranks as fast as one of his deadly serves, reaching number eight in the world rankings and winning the Davis Cup twice. But as much as he thrived on the court, his love life and flashy lifestyle – he once admitted to buying a new car every month – appeared to take priority, leading many to believe his true potential was never reached. However, talking to Woman’s Day, the SAS Australia star and one-time model, now 45, says he holds no regrets. ‘The way to learn is through action and I learned a lot’ “Look, I was a kid,” insists Mark.…

If Angie Fitzgerald had an online dating profile, it would say she’s a romance guru who once went on 55 first dates in a year. It might add that she loves appearing on TV game shows and it would certainly boast that she was the first Kiwi woman to win a high-stakes poker tournament. But it would never tell you that she was married to the wrong man for 12 years – as Angie advises, talking about your ex is a no-no when you’re looking for the love of your life! Not that the Aucklander has to contemplate dating again. Angie met her “Mr Right” online in 2004 and they got engaged 18 days later. Now, she says, they are as in love as they were 17 years ago –…

Our increasingly busy lifestyles demand the ideal sunscreen should do it all. We want 100% protection from burning rays, for it to deflect blue light and pollution, to provide a host of anti-ageing benefits and a hint of radiance, while feeling invisible and leaving no greasy residue. We don’t ask for much, do we? Well, whatever the brief, we’ve found the brands that have delved into the science side of SPF to deliver the best formulas on the market. SLIP, SLOP & SLAP – LOTS! How much sun protection should you be using? Possibly more than you think! To achieve the SPF labelled on a sunscreen bottle, it is recommended to use 2mg of sunscreen per square centimetre of skin, which is equivalent to one shot glass full for the…

Vegetarian enchiladas Auckland foodie Huma Tysoe shares a delicious recipe from her Instagram account @peacefulplanteater SERVES 4-6 Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a large skillet, add 1 tbsp of olive oil, then bring up to medium-high heat. Add in 3 cloves crushed garlic, 1 diced onion, 1 red capsicum (cut into chunks), 1 zucchini (cut into half-moons) and 1 cup cooked lentils. Cook for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Pour in 1 can of black beans (rinsed and drained), stirring well, then remove from the heat and set aside. For the sauce, add 3 tbsp of olive oil into a pan on medium heat. Add in 2 tbsp chilli sauce (I use sriracha) and 2 tbsp flour, then whisk to combine. Once the mixture begins to…

BIEBS IN BOOTS JUSTIN BIEBER It’s not that he rarely puts a foot wrong when it comes to fashion, but the Stay singer’s Kanye West-made Yeezy boots are an even bigger style misstep than usual! Monster shopping trip PAULA ABDUL The former American Idol judge was seen trotting down LA’s Rodeo Drive with an unlikely – and incredibly hairy – companion after a luxury-label spending spree. We wonder what Louis Vuitton had in Mrs Bigfoot’s size... ISLA SEES RED! ISLA FISHER “Happy National Redhead Day from me and my two sisters!” wrote the Wedding Crashers actress alongside this snap with her two flame-haired stunt doubles. Glove you! RIHANNA Either she found glove in a hopeless place or the Work singer was on her way to do some dishes in New…

Here comes the bride! Paris Hilton and fiancé Carter Reum already looked like the bride and groom at the LACMA Gala ahead of their November 11 wedding. Gaga’s purple reign Lady Gaga ruled the red carpet at the London premiere of House Of Gucci, despite some hot competition from golden girl Salma Hayek. How one-derful! MasterChef Australia judge Jock Zonfrillo celebrated daughter Isla’s first birthday with wife Lauren and son Alfie, three, with a family party in the park. Sari, not sorry! Actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas and comedy queen Mindy Kaling celebrated the Indian festival of Diwali at a Beverly Hills dinner. Don’t go, J.Lo! In what looked like a scene from a movie, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck kissed goodbye on the tarmac in LA before the singer jumped…

Despite being sighted with a new alleged girlfriend, troubled rapper Kanye West, aka Ye, has insisted he isn’t getting a divorce from Kim Kardashian! Speaking on Revolt TV’s Drink Champs show, the 44-year-old revealed he wants to stay married to the KUWTK alum, 41, and that their brood, which includes North, eight, Saint, five, Chicago, three, and Psalm, two, “want their parents to stay together”. “I ain’t never even see the papers, we not even divorced,” he added. Despite his comments, Kanye still stepped out with his reported new squeeze, 22-year-old model Vinetria, recently, with Page Six claiming the pair have been “hooking up for a while now”. Kim has also been linked to a new partner, SNL comedian Pete Davidson.…

‘HM has always had little time for emotional delays’ Prince Charles has been preparing for more than seven decades to take his place on the throne – and now that moment is imminent, Charles has confessed he is far from ready. In an intimate mother-son exchange last month, shortly after the Queen’s return from hospital, sources say Charles, 73, confided his fears to his 95-year-old mother, even going so far as to suggest passing the crown on to his son, Prince William. “It was an incredibly raw exchange,” says a palace insider. “Having Ma’am in hospital triggers all kinds of protocol in the event of her passing – and Charles was affected by it. His time at the climate summit reaffirmed what he really wants to do – activism.” WILLIAM…

The Sussexes made a surprise and seemingly last-minute red-carpet appearance in New York last week, as shocking developments about Meghan’s ongoing privacy court case were heard in the UK. The couple were full of smiles at a Remembrance Day event, despite the news their former head of communications, who now works for Prince William and Kate, has made a series of claims against them. Jason Knauf, 37, gave evidence to support an appeal by Associated Newspapers, which was successfully sued by the duchess for invasion of privacy and copyright infringements after reproducing letters she wrote to her father Thomas Markle. Andrew Caldecott QC told the court Jason’s testimony will claim Meghan cooperated with the authors of Finding Freedom, despite her many denials. He added that it would show Meghan’s account…

When Liv Tyler split from her partner of seven years, sports agent Dave Gardner, you could almost set your watch by how long it would be before he was out on the town enjoying his newly single life, alongside his very much married best friend, David Beckham. And indeed, the same day the news broke about the break-up, David and Dave were snapped having a boys’ night out in New York, dining at Emilio’s Ballato Italian restaurant before catching a basketball game. WARNING SIGNS To the average onlooker, it seemed like good, clean fun – one man taking his best mate out for a good time to soothe his broken heart. But to David’s wife Victoria, it’s bad news. According to insiders, she’s worried that David’s innocent support for his…

And just like that, the stars of Sex And The City are back – and it’s like they never left. But while Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon are clearly delighted to be stepping back into their iconic roles, Kim Cattrall’s absence from the TV reboot is starkly obvious to fans. Many are still hoping Kim could return to the Emmy-winning show. Last week it was reported that her character, Samantha Jones, is still alive and well in the fictional world of SATC, and the creators of the revival, And Just Like Th at, are doing everything they can to encourage Kim’s return. “It’s going to take a lot of money to lure Kim back, but as much as it pains everyone, the show really needs Sam,” an…

FANS TANYA, 39, & VITO, 45 ‘We’re not going to lie – we’re a little cheeky’ As a couple, how do you think you’ll go on the show? We love a challenge and we’ve built three homes, but we’re still the “reno rookies”, so we’ll struggle a little. We think our determination and tight bond will take us far or at least help us stay afloat... just! How do you think you’re going to be portrayed on the show? We put ourselves out there. You will see nothing but rawness – the good, the bad and the ugly. What you’ll see is us just being us. We’re not going to lie, though – we are a little cheeky! What will you do with the profits? Last year was tough on…

Angie’s top dating tips: • Your online profile is like a personal billboard. Your goal is to stand out. Add a generous dollop of humour. • Don’t use a picture with your ex or take a selfie in the toilet. • Get a professional headshot, but not one that looks like a real-estate photo – add personality. • Know your dealbreakers and ask prospects early on if these are not clear in their profile. • Pre-select your first-date outfit – it’ll save you hours of torment in front of the mirror! • Make contact 24 hours before to reconfirm. Ensure a friend knows too. Safety first! • Arrive early and choose a table with a view of the entrance so you’re not the one looking around. • One subject is taboo on a first date – your ex.…

An unbroken bond AMANDA SAYS Lippo shows me he passed over at about 15 years old. He chose Angela from the moment he met her and tells me they did a lot of travelling together and he loved being in the car. Very gentle in nature, Lippo knows Angela was concerned about all the changes and travel, but he was and still is incredibly devoted to Angela and puts her on a pedestal. He loved every moment of being with her and it didn’t matter where they were. He wants Angela to know that he really does connect to her in her dreams and he is still very much by her side. Lippo is with Angela’s dad and mum, who have both passed over, and brings through another dog he…

CANDY CANE CAPRESE WITH PESTO & OLIVE TOASTS SERVES 8-10 PREP 1 HOUR COOK 15 MINS • 2 x 220g tubs bocconcini, drained, sliced into 3 • 2 x 250g cocktail truss tomatoes, stem removed, sliced into 3 • caramelised balsamic, to serve • baby basil leaves, extra toasted pine nuts, to garnish OLIVE & GARLIC BAGUETTE TOASTS •1/3 cup olive oil •1/3 cup pitted kalamata olives, finely chopped • 3 garlic cloves, crushed • 1 long baguette, cut into 8mm slices PESTO DIP • 2 bunches basil, leaves picked • ½ cup finely grated parmesan • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • ½ cup toasted pine nuts •2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 To make toasts, preheat oven to 160°C. In a small jug, combine oil, olives and garlic until…

How did your new song come about? In 2020, I took my younger sisters Nicola and Maegan on tour with me around Aotearoa. We grew up singing together, but this was their first time on the road and as their “tour mom”, I felt responsible for keeping them safe, which led me to reflect on the #MeToo movement that rippled through New Zealand’s entertainment industry last year. So I guess the very beginning of it was a love/ support letter to them, promising them I’ll be there no matter what. What’s your advice to women getting into the music industry? Never be afraid to set boundaries and stand up for yourself, even if you’re the youngest and least experienced in the room. What was it like working with Tami? I’ve…

After former Grey’s Anatomy star Isaiah Washington made the bombshell allegation Ellen Pompeo took a $6.74 million payout to stay quiet about bullying on set, the star of the show could be preparing to walk away from the series after 16 years. A source has revealed Ellen, 52, feels as if “eyes are burning holes in her back” after Isaiah’s comments and is plotting a quick escape before any further stories involving her are leaked. “She knows that people think she could have done more to protect her co-stars and now she’s convinced she needs to leave before more unpleasant details are revealed and she’s  painted as the bad guy,” says the spy. “Ellen believes it’s time to get out while the going is good.” The news comes after Ellen…

One of Three’s brightest stars, Newshub presenter Melissa Chan-Green is set to join Ryan Bridge as a co-host on The AM Show next year, when it will rebrand to simply AM. When asked how she’ll cope with the early starts, the journalist – who doesn’t drink coffee – tells Woman’s Day, “I’m counting on some party music and solo car karaoke on my drive into the studio to give me the blast I need to wake up. “I know working with Ryan will mean lots of laughs, though, so all that positive energy will hopefully serve as my morning caffeine replacement!” Having assigned herself the “Most Likely to be the Next Linda Clark” title at high school, Melissa says, “I always admired her firm but fair interview style and that’s…

Prince Harry is facing enormous pressure to walk away from his rumoured $184 million deal with Netflix after a family friend publicly criticised makers of The Crown for their portrayal of Princess Diana. Jemima Khan, 47, who had a close friendship with Diana, was working as a script consultant on the show, which has been a long-time hit for the streaming giant. She has walked away from the project, reportedly citing Diana’s portrayal as “disrespectful”. Now 37-year-old Harry’s loyalty to his mother’s memory is being tested as insiders reveal even Diana’s family have begged him to intervene. “The Spencers are horrified at how Diana’s being presented,” says a family insider. “They’ve made it clear Harry needs to intervene and if things aren’t toned down and made more respectful, he should…

It’s the moment they insisted would never come, but after more than 38 years together Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell have finally decided to tie the knot. And the person responsible for placing weddings in the forefront of their thoughts after all this time is none other than Goldie’s daughter, Kate Hudson, who while planning her own nuptials decided she shouldn’t be the only bride in the family! “Kate’s always wanted to see her mum marry Kurt, who she’s always considered her real dad,” an insider tells Woman’s Day. “When Goldie asked Kate what she wanted for a wedding gift while they were holidaying together in Greece, she said for her mum and dad to get married alongside her. Let’s face it, this is the most overdue wedding in the…

The Lord Of The Rings actress and her high-powered soccer agent partner were engaged in July 2015, but sadly it wasn’t to be. Sources tell UK newspaper The Sun that Liv and Dave had “grown apart and were increasingly living separate lives”. An insider says, “Both wanted to focus on their careers – her acting and producing, and him running his business and working on David’s Inter Miami football project. They officially parted ways back in March but they’ve kept it quiet so as to minimise the fuss and ensure their kids were OK.”…

Adele looked completely shell-shocked as she left the London Palladium last week after her celebrity-packed one-off show An Audience With Adele. The superstar singer, who admitted to being “nervous” about her first live performance since 2017, broke down in tears on stage and had to have her makeup reapplied for the TV special, only to be spotted looking incredibly distressed later in the night once she reached the back of the car that was driving her home. Friends say it took a lot more out of the 33-year-old than she expected after having therapy for several years to deal with stage-fright issues. “She’s finding it hard being back in the spotlight,” one friend explains. “But performing on stage again was a whole other issue to go through. She was a…

When New Zealand was plunged into lockdown for the first time in 2020, many people lost their jobs. For Bradley Lewis, a young Invercargill man with Down syndrome, the necessary public health measures were catastrophic on a personal level – he lost his volunteering role at a local charity and, with it, his sense of purpose. “He became very depressed and sad,” says his mum Sarita. “Losing his job had a huge impact on him mentally and physically. He’s 25 years old and needs to do something.” Aotearoa’s official unemployment rates highlight a large gap between people with disabilities and those without, with the former more than twice as likely to be unemployed than the latter. Thankfully for Bradley, an ingenious idea turned his life around. After a lot of…

Scorpio OCT 24 – NOV 22 Welcome to eclipse season! Discussions may be intense this week, but a good dose of honesty might be just what’s needed. These proactive stars could trigger positive developments on the financial front, while for singles, a casual encounter may feel fated or “meant to be”. STAR TIP Place a piece of rose quartz crystal near your bed to attract love. GOLDIE HAWN The actress once gifted her daughter Kate Hudson a bowl of rose quartz to keep by her bedside. Sagittarius NOV 23 – DEC 22 Life is about to accelerate, but with an eclipse shaking things up, taking time out is essential this week. Self-expression should prove therapeutic, perhaps through writing, art or a pastime you feel passionate about. Don’t worry about what…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED • ticking fabric in red or green (1m x 1.46m) • sewing machine or needle • white thread • scissors • pins • white chalk paint • red or green chalk paint • detail brushes • parcel tags • brown string STEP 1 Make the drawstring for the advent pouches. Cut a strip of ticking 3-4cm wide and about 60cm long. Cut this against the direction of stripes, so the stripes are short and plenty. The width of the fabric is 146cm, so you can get two drawstrings out of one strip the width of the fabric. STEP 2 Fold the edges of the strip so they meet in the middle, making sure the side of the fabric you want is showing. Then fold the strip in…

ALBUM 30 by Adele Exploring her divorce from ex-husband Simon Konecki through music, the best-selling British songstress is back with another powerful record, sure to be the perfect companion to your post-split ice cream binge or a wallow in the lockdown blues. OUT FRIDAY BOOK ‘EW, DAVID!’ AND OTHER QUOTES An unofficial and unauthorised pocket guide to cult TV comedy Schitt’s Creek, this wee tome contains all the wisecracks, melodrama and shameless name-dropping from Johnny, Moira, David and Alexis Rose. Crack it open for a laugh if life’s feeling a bit Schitt. OUT NOW (Allen & Unwin, $14.99) PODCAST AOTEAROA HIP-HOP: THE MUSIC, THE PEOPLE, THE HISTORY Hosted by DJ Sir-Vere, aka Phil Bell, this podcast takes a deep dive into the Kiwi hip-hop scene, with the music legend talking…