Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 12, 2022 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

It’s with great excitement that the Woman’s Day team welcomes Polly Gillespie back to the magazine. It’s been far too long since we’ve had this beloved broadcaster in our pages – and much too long since we’ve heard her on our airwaves. But that’s set to change, with the outspoken entertainer returning to radio next week on new station Today FM. We can’t wait to tune in, but in the meantime, you can get your Polly fix on page 14, where she opens up about the rollercoaster past two years, which have seen her lose her much-loved mother, her job at More FM and a long-term partner, but not her trademark wit and fighting spirit. And over the next few weeks, she’ll share more of the hard lessons she’s learnt…

The past two years haven’t been the easiest on broadcasting legend Polly Gillespie. Not only has she endured the anxious uncertainty of the pandemic, but also a shock job loss, a painful relationship split and the heartbreaking death of her mother after a diffi cult battle with dementia. Yet it’s a smiling Polly who greets us as at our Auckland shoot, squeezed in during a quick work trip from her home in Wellington’s Island Bay. With a new and exciting radio job to sink her teeth into, the star has a lot to look forward to in 2022. But while she’d like to think the year will be more settled than the last, she’s not holding her breath. “I have zero expectations,” tells Polly. “Expectations and hopes lead to disappointment…

Her Majesty is attempting to head off an ugly public showdown with her grandson Prince Harry ahead of her Platinum Jubilee celebrations by coming to a “major compromise”. Harry, 37 – who recently launched a lawsuit against his 95-year-old granny’s government over their refusal to provide royal protection to him and his family when they’re in the UK – may reportedly get his way. But it comes with conditions. ROYAL TRUCE “The Queen is willing to come to the table and find a way to keep Harry happy, at least temporarily,” says a source. “She’ll try to sort out temporary royal police protection for Harry if he comes home for her jubilee celebrations in June – but only if he brings his two children. “She is desperate to meet his…

Mike Tindall is winning the battle against his wife Zara over whose sporting footsteps their daughter Mia will follow in – but possibly not for long. England rugby champion Mike, 43, has convinced the eight-year-old to pick up a rugby ball, but he admits he’s not sure if she’ll reach his lofty heights on the pitch. “It’s always hard to get Mia to go – she says, ‘I don’t like it,’ and then you get there and she’s off,” he says with a laugh on his podcast The Good, The Bad & The Rugby. Insiders add Olympic equestrienne Zara, 40, is “waiting for her moment” to steer Mia more toward horseriding. “Mike and Zara are two competitive people, and they have a good-natured competition about which sports their kids will…

What made you sign up for the show? I can’t think of anything more fun than being able to see what kind of talent Aotearoa has to offer. And from the comfort of my own chair and essentially front row? I was living! How is 60 Seconds different from all the other TV talent shows? It’s so diverse and it caters to the short attention span that we have because of apps like TikTok! What did you and your fellow talent scouts get up to off camera? My highlight was definitely playing a game Laura Daniel taught us called “Where’s The Bean?” Let’s just say you always find the bean. What’s your secret talent or party trick? My only “talents” are that I can make a flower with my tongue…

A few decades ago, you probably hadn’t even heard of gluten. Now it’s become so widely feared it may as well be plastered on one of those “wanted dead or alive” posters from the Wild West. Gluten’s unpopularity may lead you to consider whether you might need to avoid this protein found in grains such as wheat, rye and barley. But before you go there, you should know that a gluten-free diet isn’t necessarily a healthy one. In fact, skipping gluten could mean missing out on important nutrients you need for energy and good health. It isn’t a ticket to weight loss, either, as many gluten-free foods are boosted with higher fat or sugar to make up for gluten’s absence. The bottom line – you should only quit gluten if…

According to leading naturopath Mim Beim, aromatherapy could help lead you to better sleep. Blend the following oils in 120ml orange blossom water or essential oil solubiliser (available from health food shops) and shake well. Mist it over your bed sheets, pyjamas and pillow case before bed. 4 drops vetiver oil to promote a calming and uplifting effect. 10 drops chamomile oil to combat insomnia and calm nervous tension. 6 drops neroli oil to help quell anxiety and nervous tension. 10 drops lavender oil for relaxing any nerves. 5 drops sandalwood oil for soothing stress.…

FABULOUS FLATS Turn a comfortable everyday look into something special by choosing flats with distinguishing details such as hardware, bows or fabric finishes. Colour is also a great way to add glam! BEST NEW BOOTS Make a chic and dramatic impact in this season’s ankle boots. Besides offering an edgy finish to cropped pants, these low-riders are the perfect trans-seasonal choice as we head into cooler weather too. LOW-HEEL LOVE Current heel trends mean you can shop around for ample elevation without tottering around in sky-high stilettos. For extra comfort, opt for block or wedged heels.…

PRAWN & BROCCOLI GREEN CURRY WITH TOASTED COCONUT SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 15 MINS • 1 tbsp vegetable oil • 1 onion, thinly sliced • 2 tbsp green curry paste • 400ml can coconut milk • ½ cup water • 1 head broccoli, florets, stalk thinly sliced • 1 carrot, halved, sliced • 500g green prawns, peeled, tails on • ½ cup frozen peas • 2 tbsp shredded coconut, toasted (see Tip) • steamed rice, sliced red chilli, to serve 1 In a large frying pan, heat oil on high. Saute onion 3-4 mins until tender. Stir curry paste through. Cook 1-2 mins until fragrant. 2 Reduce heat to low. Stir coconut milk, water through. Simmer 4-5 mins (stir occasionally) until slightly thickened. 3 Add broccoli and carrot…

1 I’m Maori – Ngapuhi on my mum’s side! 2 I still have my childhood soft toy Koalie, who I sleep with every night. My dad bought him for me from Australia when I was three and he’s still my pal. 3 I have three tattoos, all of which I share with other people – my brother, my best friend and my marching mates. 4 I don’t think bacon is that great. Don’t come for me. 5 Like lots of women, I have polycystic ovary syndrome and I’m really passionate about talking about it! 6 Queen is my favourite band of all time – has been since I was a child. 7 I can hip-thrust 100kg… just! 8 I’m a marching girl. But maybe you do already know that because…

Billboard beauties go glam Dressed in what looked like a designer duvet, Kiss Me More rapper Doja Cat (left) was tickled pink to be presented with the Powerhouse Award at the Billboard Women in Music event in LA, also attended by some of the most stylish female chart-toppers – and supermodel Heidi, who also sings! Large and in charge Tuth t Hurts singer Lizzo shared a bikini pic from her spa to inform fans she’s gone “back to work”. Now that’s an office that looks Good As Hell! Double duchess Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall was amused to meet her “fictional alter ego” – actress Emerald Fennell, who plays a younger version of her in The Crown – in London. Flower girl power On International Women’s Day, Antonia Prebble paid tribute…

It seemed the entire world loved Shane Warne, but even that adulation pales in comparison to the incredible bond his three “amazing” children shared with the cricket superstar, who could not have been prouder of his beautiful kids. “Without banging on and on about the joy they bring to my life, and sounding too soppy, my children fill me with laughter, joy and, above all, love,” he declared in a touching Father’s Day post on Instagram. “I’m so proud of them. It’s diffi cult to describe the love you have for your own children, but it makes you smile every time you look at them. My children are my number-one priority and always will be. They inspire me to be the best person I can and motivate me on a…

Even with her rich, famous and aristocratic friends, and millions of infatuated fans around the world, British movie star Elizabeth Hurley couldn’t resist the legendary larrikin charm of cricket’s rock god – and he couldn’t have been more different from her other famous ex, Hugh Grant! Liz and Shane shared their love story with Woman’s Day in 2012 after their whirlwind romance led to an engagement in October 2011, revealing they had an instant connection despite the vast differences in their backgrounds. She even jokingly nicknamed him “my caveman”. “I’m extremely happy when I’m with Shane,” she told us, revealing that she called Shane the “Big Blond” and he called her “Luna” after Melbourne’s famous funfair Luna Park. She added, “We are very similar in many ways. We both come…

They’ll celebrate 20 years of marriage in July, but for much of Julia Roberts and Danny Moder’s relationship, the actress has been famously tightlipped about their romance. “As a film actor, I’m only inviting people to pay attention to my characters,” the Pretty Woman star once declared. So Julia, 54, raised eyebrows when she went on a social media spree in recent weeks, making not one, but two, gushy posts about her cinematographer husband in the space of two weeks. After sharing a snap of Danny to mark his 53rd birthday on January 31 and declaring “you make my world go round”, Julia posted a pic of them smooching – with a love heart drawn on for good measure – to mark Valentine’s Day. AUSSIE MAGIC Insiders say there’s a…

It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for. Ever since the promo teased us with footage of the MAFS participants walking out of a commitment ceremony, viewers have been wondering what happened – and this week, we finally get some answers. As Olivia and Jackson are sitting on the couch for their turn with the show’s relationship experts, a surprise visit sends everyone into meltdown. Olivia recalls, “The vibe in the room was pure hatred. Jackson and I were on the expert couch having a bit of a breakthrough in our relationship, then it all happens. It went from ‘How cute!’ to ‘What the hell?’ in seconds.” Incensed, Dion walks out, closely followed by the rest of the brides and grooms – except for Olivia, who stays to find out…

He may be the hot new leading man of The Bachelor Australia, but Jimmy Nicholson is one of ours – both his parents were born in New Zealand! And as if he couldn’t get any better, the Sydney-based stud is also a pilot. However, though the 31-year-old is used to staying calm in nerve-racking situations as part of his job, he still got the jitters meeting the contestants on the TVNZ OnDemand reality series for the first time. “My heart was pounding,” Jimmy tells Woman’s Day. “I was petrified. I could prepare for the first flight I ever took, but for The Bachelor, there’s no training involved – you’ve just got to roll with it.” Single for two years before entering the mansion, Jimmy signed up for the show hoping…

Friends and family are Karen Pratt’s “village people” – the team she knows will be there to raise her 11-year-old daughter Brooke if she can’t. And she thinks that’s a pretty good worst-case scenario as she battles cancer once more. “The second time around, I’m learning not to be too proud to ask for and accept help,” the 49-year-old solo mum tells Woman’s Day. “This is something you shouldn’t have to deal with alone. The only way to get through this for me has been to focus on today and graciously accept all offers.” The Hamilton teacher is incredibly optimistic and proud that she’s far healthier now than when she was first diagnosed with cancer in 2019. Fortunately, history seems to be repeating and she’s responding well to treatment. It…

Grateful for peace AMANDA SAYS Nina shows me she has passed over and that Lorraine’s father was there to pick her up. Nina wants Lorraine to know she left this world quickly. She knows that while she died two years ago, Lorraine is still struggling with her loss, but she wants her to know she’s not alone in the afterlife. Nina shows me another dog that she often saw around the house and the two became firm friends. His name is Caesar, and even though the two were quite different breeds and personalities, they are now very close. Nina confirms Lorraine’s suspicions it was Caesar who was visiting regularly. Caesar tells Lorraine he missed her as he shows me he has been gone nearly 20 years ago. Caesar never stopped…

Not again! It’s 3am and you’re wide awake, staring at the ceiling and hoping, wishing, begging for sleep. Studies show insomnia can lead to fatigue, stress, weight gain and even depression. But these tips could have you on the way to a good night’s sleep. Exercise early “Go for a brisk walk or run in the morning, when there’s plenty of natural outdoor light,” advises sleep expert Professor Dorothy Bruck. “Sunlight helps raise your body’s circadian rhythm during the day, while darkness prompts it to dip, getting you in the mood for bed.” Cut the caffeine “Avoid coffee after lunch,” Dorothy advises. “Caffeine can stay in the body for 24 hours, so drinking it late in the day is likely to disrupt sleep.” Keep your cool “Studies show the ideal…

YOU WILL NEED • Washi tape or painting tape • Pencil • Measuring tape • Level • Timber (size and design of your choice – I used 30mm x 12mm clear pine in the hallway and 60mm x 10mm clear pine in the main bedroom) • Sandpaper • Resene Quick Dry primer • Paintbrushes • Handsaw, skillsaw or dropsaw • Glue and caulking gun • Pin nails and hammer • Contract filler • Gap fill and caulking gun • Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen in Resene Alabaster and Resene SpaceCote Flat in Resene Swamp STEP 1 Plan how you want your panelling to look. The best way to do this is to get some washi or painting tape and stick it on the wall. STEP 2 Once you’ve got a basic…

ONE-DISH PASTA BAKE SERVES 6 PREP 5 MINS COOK 45 MINS • 500g dried penne • 2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes • 2 cups water • 100g salami, thinly sliced • 3 green onions,finely chopped, plus extra to serve • ½ cup pitted olives, sliced • ½ tsp chilli flakes • ¹/ ³ cup grated tasty cheese • ¹/ ³ cup fresh breadcrumbs 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease an 8-cup baking dish. 2 In a prepared dish, combine pasta, tomatoes, water, salami, onions, olives and chilli flakes. Gently toss to combine. Season. Cover with foil. Bake 30 mins, turning occasionally. 3 Meanwhile, combine cheese and breadcrumbs in a small bowl. Remove foil and sprinkle over pasta. Bake a further 10-15 mins until golden. Top with extra green…

Tofu & vege ‘neatball’ massaman curry It’s a spicy vegetarian dish that’s full of flavour SERVES 3-4 In a frying pan, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil and fry 150g oyster mushrooms (cleaned and torn in half) until brown all over. Season and cook for another minute, then remove from pan and set aside. In the same pan, heat ½ tsp vegetable oil. Add 40g green beans (sliced) and stir-fry 2 mins, then add 40g finely chopped red capsicums and a little salt, cooking for another 2 mins. Put these in a bowl. Place 200g extra firm tofu (drained) and half of the cooked mushrooms in a food processor, blitzing until smooth. Chop other half of the mushrooms and add to bowl along with 10g fresh chopped coriander, 2 tbsp fresh…

MOVIE DOG Starring and co-directed by Channing Tatum, this dramedy is part road trip, part buddy adventure as army ranger Jackson Briggs is given the task of transporting a volatile military dog to the location of her former handler’s funeral. Expect hijinks and heart-warming bonding. IN CINEMAS THURSDAY EVENT LIVE LIVE CINEMA: THE LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Enjoy a night at the theatre from the comfort of your home as local talents Hayley Sproull, Laughton Kora, Byron Coll and Barnie Duncan attempt to re-voice this camp horror-comedy classic while creating live sound effects and playing an original score. Visit silotheatre.co.nz for tickets. OPENS THURSDAY PODCAST GREY AREAS Kiwi icon Petra Bagust is coming to the airwaves to talk about everything ageing. With a different special guest in each episode, the conversations…

While he often made fun of his reputation as a Romeo, the blond-maned larrikin was undoubtedly a hit with women – and well-loved for being a playboy on and off the pitch. “He was so sweet – I mean, I’m a gay lady, but I can see the charm and it wasn’t a bunged-on charm,” says Magda Szubanski, 60, of shooting scenes with Shane when he did a cameo on classic Aussie comedy Kath & Kim in 2007. “It was just a thoughtfulness and sweetness, and a kind of charisma that you can’t manufacture. It is just who you are as a person – that radiated out of him.” Dannii Minogue, 50, also described the late star in glowing terms and revealed the fellow Melburnian affectionately referred to her as…

The Duchess of Cambridge has long proved herself very handy with a camera, famously photographing most of her children’s official birthday portraits since they were babies. And while she learned some tricks of the trade during her time at St Andrews University in Scotland, it has been revealed that it was her late grandfather Peter Middleton who inspired her interest in photography. “Her grandfather was a very good photographer,” says Claudia Acott Williams, the curator behind Kensington Palace’s new exhibition Life Through A Royal Lens. “When she was a child, he would show her his slides. It was him who taught her how to take photographs.” Peter, a former Royal Air Force pilot and father to Kate’s dad Michael, died in 2010 aged 90. Veteran royal photographer Arthur Edwards has…

When Verity Howells stepped out onto the 60 Seconds stage, one thought raced through her mind: “Family!” Singing an original song titled Waiting for You, penned for her twin sister, the 19-year-old knew it was the perfect tune for her shot at the big-time. “It’s me begging my twin to let me help her get better,” says Verity, whose sister is struggling with her mental health. “It’s a plea of, ‘What can I do?’ It was me at my very last straw, trying to help in any way I could, so it’s a song that means a lot to me and my family. I think everyone can relate to wanting to help someone.” It’s heavy stuff for the young Ngaruawahia woman, who is firmly set for stardom despite her own…

Nose shape, height, mannerisms, voice… If Lulu Rose can’t immediately recognise her family members, she can always rely on physical features to prompt her. But the Port Waikto flight attendant doesn’t suffer from memory loss – she has a rare condition called prosopagnosia, also known as face blindness, which means she can’t identify faces. Not even those of her husband or children. “When my husband Gary and I go out together, I need to memorise what he’s wearing so I can find him if we become separated,” she confesses. “If there’s more than one man wearing the same-coloured polo shirt, I’ll look at their shoes – my husband always has nice shoes on, not trainers.” But it’s not a fail-safe method. Many years ago, Lulu was genuinely scared that there…

Pisces 20 FEB – 20 MAR Life may feel busy, but extra efforts should pay off in spades. At work, trust those instincts and push for something you believe in. With a little brainstorming, you could come up with some brilliant solutions – not just for you, but for a loved one too! STAR TIP Saturday’s stylish Libra Moon could spark an image overhaul. LILY COLLINS The Emily In Paris star, who turns 33 on 18 March, is one fashionable celebrity who isn’t in need of a style makeover. Aries MAR 21 – APR 20 If you’ve taken on too much, it’s time to slow down and reassess your situation before your health pays the price. With new routines written in the stars, take a proactive approach and schedule in…

We’ve all heard that we need eight hours of shut-eye each night, but is it true? Sleep research scientist Conor Heneghan says there’s actually no hard and fast rule. “Rather, there is a range people should aim for with their sleep,” he explains. “Less than five hours has scientific links to physical and mental impairment, while sleeping more than nine hours can show underlying medical issues.” It’s also important to focus on the quality of sleep you get, not just the quantity. “Having quality sleep is a critical component for everything from peak performance to problem-solving in the workplace,” Conor adds.…

The arrival of cooler weather calls for a fresh take on makeup and it doesn’t get much more on-trend than the soft gothic glamour loved by so many famous faces. Less Cruella de Vil and more Angelina Jolie, here’s how to embrace the lighter side of dark. SET THE SCENE Whatever your skin tone, a flawless base is key to nailing the subtle soft-goth glow and NARS Light Reflecting Foundation, $80, is the perfect place to start. It’s a feather-light makeup/skincare hybrid that instantly blurs and smooths for creamy, dreamy skin. DAKOTA JOHNSON The Fifty Shades actress wears soft-goth glam makeup as well as she wears off-the-runway Gucci, often forgoing a deep red lip for a softer brown. Her long brunette tresses look gorgeous alongside a lip in shades like…

RED CAPSICUM, POTATO & PARSLEY SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 15 MINS • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 brown onion, finely chopped • 750g potatoes, chopped • 1 red capsicum, chopped • 6 eggs • 1 cup milk • ½ cup grated tasty cheese • 2 tbsp chopped parsley • crispy prosciutto, to serve 1 Heat oil in a 24cm ovenproof pan on medium. Saute onion 4-5 mins. Add potato and cook 10 mins, stirring occasionally. Stir in capsicum, cook 3-4 mins. 2 In a large jug, whisk eggs, milk, cheese and parsley. 3 Reduce heat to low and pour into pan. Cook on low 10 mins until almost set. Grill 2-3 mins. Serve topped with crispy prosciutto. CORN, ZUCCHINI & BACON SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK…