Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 42, 2022 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

I’m thrilled to have Chris Cairns and his gorgeous wife Mel back in the mag this week, a year on from his terrifying aortic dissection and subsequent stroke. It was a stressful time for the family, but they’re seeing the positive side – if it wasn’t for these medical emergencies, they likely wouldn’t have discovered the cricket legend’s bowel cancer so early and he may not have lived to tell the tale. Their story (on page 16) is a lesson in gratitude and a reminder to count our blessings. On a much smaller scale, I’m grateful I got to travel to the beautiful Far North earlier this year to chat to the stars of Celebrity Treasure Island. Contestants like Karen O’Leary (page 22) and Shimpal Lelisi (page 24) had me…

HOT OFF THE PRESS After escaping Scientology following her split from Tom Cruise more than two decades ago, Nicole Kidman is still living in fear of the controversial church. Nicole, 55, continues to have “nightmares” over her stint in Scientology and she often finds herself “cowering” to husband Keith Urban, a friend spills. “She’s traumatised – and her fears have only been made worse by this new book.” In A Billion Years: My Escape From A Life In The Highest Ranks Of Scientology, the new memoir from former high-ranking church officer Mike Rinder, it’s alleged that the church had Nicole followed – and her phone tapped – in 1997 as they believed that her reluctance to commit to Scientology was influencing their biggest star to also withdraw.…

Cover story Princes William and Harry set aside their years-long feud to honour their grandmother the Queen last month, but sources say the ceasefire is now very much over. A new book has laid bare the shocking reason Harry, 38, ignored his big brother’s text messages in reconciliation efforts – catapulting their hostilities back into newspaper headlines. Sources tell Woman’s Day that Harry is “furious” that a text conversation with his brother has made its way into the public domain via respected royal journalist Valentine Low. In the writer’s new book Courtiers, he reveals Harry cruelly snubbed an offer from William to meet up and discuss their differences after the Sussexes confirmed there was tension between them and the then-Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. “We are certainly on different paths…

If the King needs any repairs done at his Highgrove estate, he’ll first have to go through his new landlord – his son William! In becoming the Prince of Wales, Wills has inherited the Duchy of Cornwall, making him Britain’s richest private landowner and bringing Highgrove under his control. This means his father, 73, now pays him around $1.2 million per year in rent. A source tells Woman’s Day, “Wills teases his dad about it and says, ‘Make sure you don’t go hanging any picture frames without my permission!’”…

She’s world-famous for her role on cult comedy Wellington Paranormal and is now starring on hit reality series Celebrity Treasure Island, but until just a few years ago, Karen O’Leary spent her days dealing with toddlers and tantrums at a kindergarten. “It was something I was very passionate about for 21 years and I’ll always feel like early childhood education is something I can go back to,” she says of her former occupation. “The only reason I left was because it was getting logistically difficult having two full-time jobs.” Karen’s second career, in entertainment, came about when the mother of one of her kindy kids, a casting director, insisted she audition for the 2014 vampire flick What We Do In The Shadows, directed by Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement. Despite…

Royal news Princess Mary was a woman on a mission when she stepped out last week to address Queen Margrethe’s explosive decision to strip four of her grandchildren of their titles, which has sparked a cold war in the Danish royal household, and set brothers Prince Joachim and Prince Frederik even further apart. “Change can be extremely difficult and can really hurt, but this does not mean that the decision is not the right one,” Mary bravely told Danish paper Ekstra Bladet, adding that when the time comes, her own kids, Prince Christian, 16, Princess Isabella, 15, and twins Princess Josephine and Prince Vincent, 11, may also lose their titles. They were comments that didn’t sit well with Fred’s brother Joachim and his wife Princess Marie, who are reeling after…

It’s not often that contestants perform their own songs on The Voice Australia – let alone an original track written about one of the show’s stars! But for Kiwi country/pop singer Kaylee Bell, performing her tribute to judge Keith Urban on the hit reality series has changed her life. “Playing my song Keith on the show in front of the actual Keith was such a cool moment – very surreal,” remembers the 33-year-old singer-songwriter, who grew up listening to the Voice coach’s music in the small South Island town of Waimate. “I had no idea how he was going to react, so it was pretty scary but really cool to have the chance to sing something I’d written.” Appearing on the reality singing show wasn’t Kaylee’s first taste of success.…

When Lindy Hunt woke at night with agonising pain in her ankle two years ago, she figured she must’ve done something to it while playing with her granddaughter. But by the time it got so bad she couldn’t walk, Lindy was taken by ambulance to hospital, where doctors found an infection caused by bacteria from the gut. Shockingly, five weeks later, the then-49-year-old learnt her problems were far greater than an aching ankle. Lindy had terminal bowel cancer. “They did a CT scan and found lesions all through my lung, liver, bones, spine and pelvis,” says Lindy, now 52, who married her partner Pete in January 2020, eight months before her diagnosis. “I was on my own in hospital during Level 4 lockdown when doctors broke the news it might…

PREP IS EVERYTHING In order to get a streak-free and, most importantly, undetectable tan result, you need to get serious about prepping your skin. First of all, shave legs and underarms a full 24 hours prior to your self-tan application – this will ensure your skin has a chance to settle and pores close, so you don’t get tell-tale dots of tanner. Next, exfoliate with your favourite formula to start with a clean and primed canvas. Remove any previous faux bronze with cult favourite Bondi Sands Self Tan Eraser Foam,$24.99, an award-winner that removes dregs of old self-tan in just five minutes. BEST FOR NEWBIES A great way to ease into self-tanning is with a gradual tanner. SugarBaby Golden Girl Gradual Tan Face & Body Cream Daily Glow, $29.99, allows…

BAKED TOMATO & CHEESE RISSOLES SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS + 20 MINS CHILLING COOK 35 MINS • 500g beef mince • 4 rindless bacon rashers,finely chopped • 1 zucchini, grated (excessmoisture squeezed) • 1 small onion, grated • 1 egg, whisked • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce • 1 tbsp chopped parsley leaves • 2 tbsp olive oil • 4 medium potatoes, cut intosmall chunks, parboiled • 400g butternut pumpkin,peeled, cut into large chunks • 1 tomato, sliced • ½ cup grated mozzarella • basil leaves, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 200°C. 2 In a bowl, combine mince, bacon, zucchini, onion, egg, sauce and parsley. Season to taste. Form into 8 even-sized, flattened patties. Chill for 20 mins. 3 Brush the base of a large baking dish with oil.…

Still happy to be here AMANDA SAYS Rosie comes through and tells me she’s about nine years old and she has so many ailments. Rosie tells me that recently she was quite sick and at the vets – she has a lot of problems with her bowels. She seems to filter in and out of the conversation with me and I feel she has some sort of brain disturbance, which is confirmed by Cathy. Rosie tells me her mummy told her that she can wake her up at any time of the night if she is cold. Rosie shows me she has arthritis but she is still able toget around most of the time. She is still very happy to be around for a while yet. CATHY SAYS My reading…

Behind the scenesYour entertainment backstage pass! Most Kiwis remember Lucy Lawless as the raven-haired, chakram-throwing hero Xena, who dominated our screens in the mid-’90s. But now, the Auckland-born star, 54, is back fighting a different type of villain in the third season of comedy drama My Life Is Murder. My Life Is Murder seems the complete opposite of a dark murder-mystery. Was this a deliberate choice? The world was really dark when we started the show and we didn’t want to contribute to that, so it became more of a reason to have a show that has a lovely element of justice in an unjust world. You’re now three seasons into playing ex-detective Alexa Crowe. Was it easier to prep for the role this time around? This job is so…

Countess of hearts Sophie, Countess of Wessex, the first British royal to go to the Democratic Republic of Congo, visited a hospital for trauma survivors. Just Like That... they’re back! The rain might have been pouring, but it didn’t dampen Sarah Jessica Parker and Kristin Davis’ spirits! The pair looked thrilled to be filming the second series of the Sex And The City sequel in NYC. Bun in the oven “I’ve been busy cooking up this little one – a summer baby is on the way!” Nadia Lim posted. “Wondering how we’ll cope with being outnumbered.” Talented twosome It’s funny who you run into at the cinema! Just ask Dustin Hoffman and Adam Sandler, who paired up to watch Adam’s flick Hustle in Santa Barbara. Hugging it out Matilda’s Alisha…

Set spies reveal Grey’s Anatomy stalwart Ellen Pompeo has had her scenes cut in the upcoming season of the long-running medical drama due to pay disputes. After playing Dr Meredith Grey for 17 years, Ellen, 52, announced she’s taking a “reduced role” in the coming months, but insiders maintain it’s nothing but “spin” from the actress and she didn’t have a choice. Bigwigs are said to have refused to fork out more money to have her stay in the main cast. While she reportedly earns an eye-watering $20 million a season, sources say she wanted more, forcing the network to take a different direction with her character.…

Renée Zellweger’s friends are deeply concerned about her romance with Ant Anstead, whose bitter divorce has taken a turn for the worse. A worried confidante tells Woman’s Day, “Ant’s ex-wife [Christina Hall] is proving to be a real thorn in their side and she’s essentially going to be part of their lives until September 2040, when their son turns 21.” Ant, 43, is in an ugly custody battle with his ex after he accused Christina of “exploiting” Hudson, three, on social media. “It’s had an impact on Renée’s confidence in her role as a stepmother,” says the insider, adding that as nice as Ant is, the 53-year-old actress “doesn’t need the extremely stressful baggage”. “She’s terrified she’ll say or do something that could make things worse. She doesn’t…

Cover story Long before Meghan came along, Harry was already obsessed about how his life would turn out – and was intimidated by the arrival of his baby nephew. According to UK newspaper The Times, Harry feared that he would become “irrelevant” once Prince George turned 18. “He had the idea that he had a shelf life,” a palace source reports. “He was fixated on it. He would compare himself with his uncle [Prince Andrew]. He’d say, ‘I have this time to make an impact… then I will be the also-ran.’ He was thinking of it as, ‘I have this platform now, for a limited amount of time. I want to move forward.’” The insider added that Harry’s staff assured him he was nothing like Andrew, saying, “You can still…

Lucky” isn’t a word many would use to describe everything that Kiwi cricket legend Chris Cairns has been through in the past year. He suffered a terrifying cardiac illness that nearly killed him and then a spinal stroke that has robbed him of the use of his legs, forcing him to endure months of gruelling rehab and hospital stays. And as if that wasn’t enough, in February, Chris was diagnosed with bowel cancer. In the space of a year, he’s gone from able-bodied to relying on a wheelchair for mobility and a permanent stoma for his bowel function. But when Woman’s Day catches up with the courageous 52-year-old over video call from his home in Canberra, Australia, that word “lucky” just keeps coming up! “It’s honestly how I feel,” he…

Reality bites When asked why he signed up for Celebrity Treasure Island, Naked Samoans comedian Shimpal Lelisi doesn’t beat around the bush. Grinning, he replies, “It’s been a bit quiet work-wise, then this job came up and I gotta buy the bread!” However, the Niuean-born father-of-two confesses he hasn’t always taken his employment status so seriously, losing his role as nurse Louie Iosefa on Shortland Street back in 2000 because he tried to bend the rules. “I was one of the first actors on the show to be given a year-long contract, but I got fired after six months,” recalls Shimpal, 49. “Because I was young, I didn’t really understand Shortland Street was such a beast and how the production line worked. “I told them I wanted to go do…

Reality bites For most people, being thrown into the spotlight on new reality show Rich Listers would be a little daunting. But not for former Miss Universe New Zealand winner Holly Cassidy. The Auckland-based beauty queen, who grew up performing on stage, competed in the world’s biggest pageant in Moscow in 2013, while juggling her burgeoning real estate career. “I grew up singing and dancing, which really built up my confidence,” she explains. “And then when I was in my teens, I was approached to do promotional work, which led me to pageants.” And while she didn’t take out the Miss Universe crown, the world of pageants did help her develop a thick skin and a love of the limelight – both of which have come in handy in her…

Smock style Invest in a floral frock that can be dressed up or down. This cotton number has wide smocking at the waist, which suits all figure. Keep it contemporary with platform loafers worn with floral socks and pair with white accessories. Linen lovers As the temperatures rise, opting for linen is always a good idea – as a natural textile, it’s breathable and will keep you cool. The softly hued floral skirt is bias-cut for a flattering silhouette and the bubblegum-pink blouse makes the outfit pop. Khaki accessories keep it modern. Coordinated chic Who doesn’t love a coordinated set? Especially when it’s as fabulous as this two-piece with wide-leg palazzo pants and a crossover blouse in a watercolour floral print! Elevate the ensemble for an event with hot-pink accessories,…

Vege spring rolls with lettuce & herbs Spring into salads with this tasty dish filled with vegan delights MAKES 12-14 Preheat your air fryer to 200°C on the vegetable setting. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Alternatively, preheat oven to 220°C fan-forced. Combine 100g finely diced mixed mushrooms, ¼ green cabbage (shredded), 1 carrot (shredded or julienned) and 300g crumbled firm tofu in a large bowl. Add 2 crushed garlic cloves, 1 tsp Chinese five spice, 1 tsp sea salt, ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper and 1 tbsp sesame oil, then mix well to combine. Spoon about 3 tbsp of the mixture onto 12-14 spring roll sheets. Roll into spring rolls, tucking in the ends as you roll, then place on the prepared tray or directly in the…

Libra 24 SEP – 23 OCT Doors are opening – in fact many Librans are on the brink of an exciting new era. Just don’t let unfounded fears hold you back. Spending time with friends should buoy your spirits and, as a bonus, a conversation could lead to an important decision. STAR TIP Wear a piece of amethyst jewellery to boost your natural intuition. HUGH JACKMAN The Aussie actor turns 54 on 12 October. The Libra trait of compassion is evident in his philanthropic work. Scorpio OCT 24 – NOV 22 Wondering how to handle a tricky situation? Spending time in nature should clear your head and as a spin-off, those energy levels may lift. Creative outlets should also work wonders – anything tactile, like cooking or pottery,…

MOVIE HALLOWEEN ENDS In the final instalment of the iconic horror series, Jamie Lee Curtis’ Laurie Strode embarks on a mission to take down the man who has haunted her life for more than 40 years. It’s been four years since Michael Myers disappeared, but when a young boy is killed, Laurie knows her nemesis has returned. IN CINEMAS THURSDAY BOOK BABEL by RF Kuang Robin Swift is ecstatic when he lands a spot at Oxford University’s Royal Institute of Translation. But the Chinese orphan soon realises he’s become a pawn in Britain’s quest to colonise the world. OUT NOW (HARPER COLLINS, $35) EVENT SHOW ME SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL The celebrated festival returns to Aotearoa this week. With 92 films selected, they span a variety of genres, including comedy, drama,…

Following the sad passing of Olivia Newton-John in August, her daughter Chloe Lattanzi has revealed she hopes to remove her breast implants due to the possible harm they could do to her body. The singer-songwriter, 36, made the announcement two months after her mother died at age 73, following a 30-year on-off battle with cancer. Chloe – who has reportedly had hundreds and thousands of dollars worth of surgery over the years – took to Instagram to talk about her health. She shared on her Instagram story that in trying to be the healthiest version of herself, she has already had fillers in her face dissolved and plans to remove her breast implants. “I’ve had the fillers removed from my face,” Chloe confessed. “When I had it done, I had…

HOT OFF THE PRESS After weeks battling to win challenges and love on Heartbreak Island, winners Milly Forbes and Bailey Neate have emerged $50,000 richer – but their romance is officially over, with the pair recently deciding they’re “just friends”. With Milly, 24, living in New Zealand and Bailey, 22, based in Australia, the Kiwi criminology student tells Woman’s Day, “I went over there and he visited Auckland, but they were short visits and we just couldn’t make the long-distance thing work.” Melbourne lad Bailey agrees, “Milly and I came to the realisation that we wanted different things – and that long-distance relationships are hard!” For Milly, the best thing about coming home from Fiji was spending time with her friends and family, many of whom were baffled when she…

Cover story When the palace released a portrait of the new King, Queen, and Prince and Princess of Wales, it was a show of strength from the royal family’s new “Fab Four” – and a hint that the Sussexes’ relevance had taken a hit. But Harry and Meghan came out fighting, hitting back with two new images of their own just days later. Taken in Manchester before the Queen’s death by the couple’s favourite photographer Misan Harriman, one image shows a smiling Harry standing behind a staunch Meghan, their fingers interlocked. Sources insist the timing of the images’ release was without a doubt “by design” and that Meghan loves nothing more than to prove to her father-in-law King Charles she can do anything he can.…

Celebrity news Breakfast TV is no place for the faint-hearted, with cut-throat competition for the top jobs, painfully early mornings and never being quite sure who your real friends are. And it seems for The Morning Show stars Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston, who play duelling anchors Bradley Jackson and Alex Levy in the hit series, art does imitate life. Set insiders tell Woman’s Day there is “obvious tension” between the show’s leading ladies, thanks to season three’s gruelling filming schedule and lingering frustrations from Jen that Reese has tried to “become the main star in what was always supposed to be a double billing”. ‘At the moment, they barely speak to each other’ “They are friends, but it has always been a little up and down,” says an insider.…

Social media makes makeovers look easy – a hand clap or a head bob and you’ve got an instant before and after. But for Lloyd Burr, his transformation took a little longer – roughly three years, actually. Yet while his body changed dramatically, his fashion sense didn’t, so his best buddy and Today FM co-host Wilhelmina Shrimpton decided Lloyd, 35, needed to get himself a new wardrobe to truly become a new man – and also bag himself a new man! To do so would take Lloyd out of his comfort zone, so he lay down a challenge: “I will if you will.” If he was going to surrender to a full styling experience, Wilhelmina had to put herself in his hands too... in the pages of Woman’s Day. To…

PESTO CHICKEN MARYLAND SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS COOK 50 MINS • 2 garlic bulbs • 1kg bag red-skinned potatoes,½cm slicesor thin wedges • 1 cup chicken stock • 1 tbsp olive oil, plus½ cup extra • 8 chicken marylands • 2 x 250g punnetscherry tomatoes • 1 bunch basil, leaves picked • 1/3 cup finely grated parmesan • ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted • 1 lemon, finely grated zest • mixed salad leaves, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 200°C. Lightly grease a large, deep baking dish. Line oven tray with baking paper. 2 Peel and thinly slice 4 garlic cloves. Toss with potato. Arrange in baking dish. Pour stock over. 3 In large frying pan, heat oil on high. Cook chicken for 2-3 mins each side until browned.…

Q My mum died several years ago. Is she OK? Has she met my boys? Is there anything she wants to tell me, and is she happy with everything I’m doing in my life? Linda MITCHELL SAYS Your mum comes through from Spirit straight away. She is a lovely lady and tells me she has met your boys and they are all happy and doing well on the other side. Upstairs has a lot of love for you – and your mum says she enjoys hearing you talk to her often. Your mum tells me you’ve recently had some difficulties to overcome, but she is so proud of you and the person you’ve become. She tells me there will be a lot of sunshine and bright days ahead for you…

The Watcher THURSDAY, NETFLIX Naomi Watts, Jennifer Coolidge, Mia Farrow and Bobby Cannavale are just a handful of the all-star names that appear in this chilling new miniseries from American Horror Story creator Ryan Murphy. It follows a young family whose idyllic new life in New Jersey soon turns into a nightmare when a stalker starts sending them increasingly threatening letters. The Misadventures Of Romesh Ranganathan WEDNESDAY, 8.30PM, EDEN After being cooped up during COVID lockdown, the British comedian finally gets to spread his wings for a new series of his travel show, which sees him visit countries deemed too dangerous for tourists. In the season premiere, Romesh journeys to Sierra Leone, where local musician Gwyn Jay Allen shows him the sights. Rosaline FRIDAY, DISNEY+ We all remember Romeo and…