Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 4, 2023 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

I’m very pleased I can finally let the cat out of the bag when it comes to Treasure Island: Fans V Faves. You may have read my recent travel story from Fiji, but what I couldn’t reveal was that I was also there to interview the new stars of the upcoming TVNZ 2 reality series, including the utterly hilarious Joe Cotton (page 24). The TrueBliss singer and More FM Southland presenter has really been through the wringer lately, but we had a ball during our chat and later broke the rules by meeting up for a sneaky Mai Tai or 12 at the hotel bar before filming started. Also in the mag this week is fellow radio star Clint Randell, who has returned to The Edge after a string of…

HOT OFF THE PRESS He’s confessed to being “unbelievably horrible and stupid” when in high-maintenance mode, and Sir Elton John’s been at it again while on his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour in Australia this month. “Diva tantrums are just par for the course with Elton,” a source tells Woman’s Day, “so when his handlers had the audacity to suggest a car, rather than the private jet to go from Newcastle to Sydney, he let them know exactly what he thought – and it wasn’t pretty!” The 75-year-old Rocket Man singer let rip with a missile, angrily flinging a $4000 Gucci bag out of the aircraft’s door. And it’s not a one-off incident. “On tours, I’d get on a plane, then get off it, maybe six or eight times,” confesses…

Former 007 George Lazenby has suggested fellow Aussie Liam Hemsworth would be perfect to take over the iconic role from outgoing James Bond favourite Daniel Craig. The 83-year-old actor – who played the British secret agent in 1969’s On Her Majesty’s Secret Service – says a “good-looking Aussie dude” like Liam would be perfect for the part. According to George, the former Neighbours star is also “crazy enough, arrogant enough, confident enough, ambitious enough to take on the role”. George says the 33-year-old’s age also works in his favour, declaring he’s “young enough to continue appearing in the series for years to come while retaining his looks”. And so far, movie fans seem to approve of the idea. “Hemsworth is a good choice,” commented one on social media.…

More FM’s Paul “Flynny” Flynn, 42, shared happy news with his followers on Instagram over the holidays – he’s engaged to his partner Jo Whitaker. Flynny tells us he proposed in November and is over the moon Jo said yes. “2023 is gonna be the best year yet!” Sources close to the couple say Jo and Flynny are planning a special private ceremony in the coming months, and they’re deeply in love. And there’s more romance at More FM – Samantha Baxter, 31, is also getting married! Her partner Sam Purdon, 32, set up an area with pot plants and candles for the big moment. “Our baby Luna was sitting in the middle on her bouncer,” tells Sam. “I thought he was doing a cute photo shoot with her until…

Oh, to be a fly on the wall in Buckingham Palace’s “war room” – set up last week by the offices of the King, and the Prince and Princess of Wales, as they prepared to absorb Prince Harry’s latest attacks on the monarchy in the pages of his book Spare. According to insiders, the biggest surprise of all to the royal family was the fact that Kate, once adored by her brother-in-law, was perhaps the furthest from being “spared” from the Duke of Sussex’s vendetta against the Windsors. Harry, 38, used his book to fan the flames of her patchy relationship with his wife Meghan, and insiders say Kate was so upset that “she had to remove herself from the conversation” with The Firm’s team of advisors and lawyers. Indeed,…

Back in early 2020, music-mad Joe Cotton was living the dream, having recently reunited with her girl group TrueBliss, as well as performing with a brand-new band. “It was so cool, and I was really enjoying seeing the girls and singing with them again,” the Invercargill-based radio and TV star, 44, tells Woman’s Day. “I felt the happiest I’d ever felt in my entire life and everything was great, then suddenly there were no gigs whatsoever.” The pandemic had plunged the world into chaos and it had a disastrous effect on Joe’s mental health. “COVID has been hard on everyone, but to have that handbrake pulled on me, it was like I lost a part of myself,” she says. “It went away for two and a half years, and I…

Like most tattoo owners, Clint Randell is more than happy talking about the abstract phoenix inking that adorns his right arm. The TV and radio personality, who returns to The Edge breakfast show this week, proudly shows off the fiery bird, which stretches from his lower forearm to his chest, detailing the many hours it has taken so far. “I’ve always wanted a full sleeve,” says Clint, 37, chatting to Woman’s Day at the stylish Auckland villa he shares with his wife Jaime, 36, their daughter Cameron, seven, and son Ty, five. It’s not the first time Clint’s been inked. Back in July, he, Jaime, his younger brother Bevan, 35, and his sister-in-law Rebekah, 29, all got tattoos at the same time. Best known as bubbly nurse Dawn Robinson on…

As Michael Gebicki prepared to meet the gorgeous girls of Beauty And The Geek Australia at the very first social event, one caught his eye instantly – 22-year-old mermaid performer Tara Schwarz. “I was so nervous going into the mixer,” confesses Sydney children’s party entertainer Michael, 25. “But she was the first one I spoke to and I hogged her for 40 minutes. I wasn’t thinking I’d find love on the show, but I could feel something happening between us.” For Tara’s part, her feelings took her by surprise too. “There were sparks, but I didn’t know if it was romance or friendship,” the Melbourne-based babe says. “I wasn’t chasing anything romantic. I didn’t go into the show expecting a connection. I was shocked when it started coming my way.”…

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Everyday food CHARGRILLED NECTARINE BRUSCHETTA SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINSCOOK 5 MINS • 400g Madeira cake, sliced lengthways into 4 pieces • 60g butter, melted • 2 tbsp caster sugar • 2 nectarines, halved • 150g soft ricotta • 1 tbsp icing sugar, plus extra to dust • ½ tsp vanilla bean paste • maple syrup, to serve 1 Preheat a chargrill pan on high. Brush both sides of cake with butter. Grill for 1-2 mins each side or until grill marks appear. Halve diagonally. 2 Melt butter in a frying pan on medium heat with caster sugar. Add nectarines. Cook for 2 mins or until lightly coloured. Remove from pan. 3 Whisk ricotta, icing sugar and paste together until combined. 4 Serve cake with nectarines and ricotta. Dust with…

Capricorn 23 DECEMBER – 20 JANUARY As Mercury speeds up, a tricky situation might be fixed with surprisingly little effort and a money-making idea could take shape as your confidence increases. New doors are about to open, but first review your budget or look for ways to trim expenses. STAR TIP Group fitness kicks might be fun and effective, so don’t hold back! DOLLY PARTON The country music icon, who turns 77 on 19 January, is sure to celebrate her special day in style. Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 Socially, your chart is flying, with parties, functions and family events filling the next few weeks – and phew, you might even squeeze in a quick getaway! Use this zest for life to chase up old friends or try a…

MY LATEST BINGE WATCH Anatomy Of A Scandal on Netflix. I love shows that have unpredictable and evolving storylines, and this one kept me engaged the whole time. It was such a good watch! LAST MOVIE I WATCHED Black Adam. It’s the first DC movie I’ve ever seen. The cinematography and storyline were incredible. MY CURRENT MUSIC OBSESSION Like the other millions of people infected with Swiftie fever, Taylor’s new album Midnights is on repeat. MY TOP PODCAST The Authenticity Project by Reanna Browning. I came across her videos on TikTok about a year ago, and I love the way she gives people permission to take up space in the world and show up as their authentic selves. MY READING RECOMMENDATION Sapiens: A Brief History Of Humankind. I studied anthropology…

My hero! After a romantic couple’s getaway in Queenstown, Gemma and Richie McCaw brought their girl Charlotte to dad’s Waitaki hometown of Kurow, which is fundraising for a statue of the former All Blacks captain. Tropical treat Shortland Street stunner Marianne Infante has been having a ball back in the Philippines. “Feeling as fresh as this mango daiquiri,” the actress posted. Royal reins Harry who? Mike and Zara Tindall were the centre of attention at the Gold Coast’s Magic Millions equestrian event, where they rubbed shoulders with Chris Hemsworth. Aloha, lovebirds! Newlywed Kiwi comedy cuties Joseph Moore and Laura Daniel sailed off into the sunset while on a dreamy-looking cruise from Honolulu, captioning this snap, “Honeys in Hawaii.” Hot new throuple Racy in lace Rodarte, Rita Ora posed up with…

HOT OFF THE PRESS George FM presenter General Lee, aka Leigh Dolbear, 41, and his partner, Lee Gilmour, 38, have welcomed a beautiful baby girl. The besotted couple shared the story of their second little medical miracle, who was conceived on their third IVF attempt, in December last year. “I’m absolutely pumped to be a dad again,” Leigh tells Woman’s Day. “My little DJ duo is now complete! It’s been amazing watching Edie come into the world and her big sister Gigi is obsessed with her – nonstop kisses and lullabies. I’m in love all over again.”…

Ashley Olsen is officially off the market! The notoriously private star wed artist Louis Eisner in an intimate ceremony at a home in LA’s ritzy Bel Air on 28 December. According to an insider, the guest list of just 50 people partied late into the night. The 36-year-old former Full House actress and the 34-year-old painter, the son of showbiz exec-turned-philanthropist Eric Eisner, have been dating since 2017 but only went public in 2021. Ashley’s twin Mary-Kate has confessed they were raised to be “discreet”. However, fans were quick to wonder whether Ashley – who’s worth a whopping $363 million thanks to her business interests, including fashion label The Row – made her new husband sign a “good pre-nup” to protect her assets.…

As far as famous sporting families go, the Whitelock name goes hand in hand with rugby in Aotearoa. So it’s no surprise that after welcoming three mini Whitelocks in just under four years, former Crusaders player Adam Whitelock and his wife Tiffany are often asked if they’re creating a mini rugby team of their own. But the pair can only laugh, telling Woman’s Day their little family is complete with the arrival of baby Henry, who was born in October to the delight of his older siblings Sophia, four, and Louis, two. “I love having a little team of kids,” says Adam, 35. “And Henry is definitely cute, but I think three is the right number for us. It feels pretty perfect.” As the second brother in the Whitelock family,…

Reality bites Sharon Johal has had enough. She’s had her fill of the online trolls, the anonymous threats and the whispers as she walks down the street. While the former Neighbours actress knows what it’s like to be in the public eye, she never expected to become a maligned figure after appearing on The Block Australia with her husband Ankur Dogra. After a gruelling three months, her portrayal as the series villain has come as “a shock”, says Sharon, 34. “I’ve played villains in my acting career and they’re always fun, but no, we don’t consider ourselves villains – and neither does anyone who knows us.” Unfortunately for Sharon, the complicated drama continues this week as the feud with her builders, Liam Hopkin and Scotty Clarkson, comes to a head…

When influencer Angelique Nguyen applied to be on Beauty And The Geek, she definitely did not expect romance. “I’d been single for five years, so to find love on a show would be like winning Lotto,” laughs Angel, 21. “I thought there was no way in a billion years that would happen to me.” But while the Sydney stunner admits she often seeks out dorky guys, it was a welcome surprise when champion gamer Sam Mitchell piqued her interest. “Sam is a geek, but he’s so charismatic and charming,” Angel gushes. “I was drawn to him – and I liked that he was a social butterfly like I am.” Angel kept her distance, hoping he’d make the first move, and thankfully, Sam was just as interested. “I knew I liked…

Real life If you’d told Alexandra “Lana” Bartlett 10 years ago that she’d spend a gruelling 18 hours running, swimming and cycling in a world-first event, she’d have laughed you out the door. She hated long-distance running, had never owned a bike and didn’t even really know how to swim properly. But in December last year, the 51-year-old competed in the world’s first indigenous full-distance triathlon event, the IronMāori TOA. She completed a 3.8km ocean swim, 180km cycle and a 42.2km run (the distance of a full marathon) in 17 hours and 56 minutes. “You want to give up when you’re out there that long,” she admits. “I didn’t do it in the 17 hours – I was waiting for someone to come and pull me off the course, but…

Health Be well with Woman's DayYOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEING THE BEST YOU With summer well underway, many of us are keen to get active and enjoy the great outdoors. However, these scorching summer temperatures can often cause problems for our bodies – dehydration being the most common risk, says fitness expert Sam Waller. But there are also more severe risks, including heat exhaustion. If left untreated, it can lead to heatstroke, which is a life-threatening medical emergency. “Luckily, you can manage the risk by adapting workout intensity and ensuring you’re adequately hydrated.” Here, Sam shares how to exercise safely in hot weather... AM I AT RISK? No matter your age or fitness level, anyone can get heat exhaustion. Different factors can, however, increase your sensitivity to heat, including something…

BERRY TARTS MAKES 4PREP 15 MINSCOOK 15 MINS • 250g punnet strawberries, washed, hulled, sliced • ¼ cup icing sugar • 1 tsp finely grated orange zest • ½ tsp ground cinnamon • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed • 1 egg white, lightly beaten • sugar, to sprinkle • icing sugar, cream or ice-cream, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 200ºC. Line an oven tray with baking paper. 2 Place berries in a bowl. Sprinkle with icing sugar, zest and cinnamon. Mix well. 3 Cut pastry sheet into four rounds using an 11cm cutter. Arrange on tray. Pile berry mixture into centre. Pleat pastry around edges. Brush with egg white and sprinkle with sugar. 4 Bake 12-15 mins until puffed and golden. Dust with icing sugar and serve with cream…

Psychics Q I’ve recently lost my dad. As I was his carer, I was left to make all the decisions after his passing. I just want to know if he was OK with it and was he proud of what I did? Amanda MITCHELL SAYS Your dad comes through right away. He is a wonderful man, and he sends his love to you and everybody. Your father is smiling and he looks very well. He tells me he can breathe properly again and he feels like he has his energy back. Your dad is saying “thank you” for everything you did for him – especially towards the end. He tells me that the love, care and reassurance you gave to him meant more to him than you will ever know.…

MOVIE BABYLON Margot Robbie and Brad Pitt lead a star-studded cast in this lavish flick that explores the world of decadence and depravity in early Hollywood amid the fall of the silent movie era. IN CINEMAS THURSDAY PODCAST PETER ELLIS, THE CRECHE CASE & ME Featuring never-before-seen interview footage of the creche worker who was wrongly accused of child abuse, this eight-part series delves inside the witch hunt of Peter Ellis, one of the greatest miscarriages of justice in our history. Also available to stream on newsroom.co.nz. OUT NOW EVENT SECRETS OF STONEHENGE If you’re searching for a wet-weather holiday activity, look no further than Auckland Museum’s latest exhibition, which decodes the riddles behind one of the world’s most mysterious prehistoric monuments. Visit aucklandmuseum.com for more info and tickets. TICKETS…

HOT OFF THE PRESS Liev Schreiber’s girlfriend Taylor Neisen, 30, seemingly let the cat out of the bag as she shielded her tum with a baby and parenting book while the couple strolled in New York together. A source tells Woman’s Day the actor’s ex Naomi Watts, with whom he shares children Kai and Sasha, is “worried” how the teens will cope with a new half-sibling. “Naomi has concerns their dad won’t be as available,” says the spy. “Kai’s now 14 and Sasha turns 16 this year. They’re coming into a whole new period – including dating! She doesn’t want Liev to be so distracted by his new family that he puts aside his first one during challenging times.”…

Just months after announcing her retirement from tennis, Ash Barty has revealed her next big project – a baby! The Aussie sporting hero, 26, revealed on Instagram that she and her husband, professional golfer Garry Kissick, 32, are expecting their first child, writing, “2023 is set to be the best year yet. We’re so excited for our new adventure.” Those close to Ash – who is worth almost $40 million and has recently been writing children’s books – say the star is expecting a boy in the middle of the year and is planning a lavish baby shower. A source says, “They won’t spare any expense. Ash deserves the world. Everyone around her is so very happy.” The news came just days before fellow former world number one Naomi Osaka,…

HOT OFF THE PRESS Keanu Reeves has sparked rumours he’s single after he was seen with a “gorgeous brunette” at LA’s Redondo Beach last week. According to gossip site DeuxMoi, the 58-year-old Matrix star, who hasn’t been seen with longtime girlfriend Alexandra Grant since July, was “spotted grabbing iced coffees” with a new mystery lady. Friends are not surprised he might be dating again after suspecting he and Alexandra, 49, “have cooled” their three-year romance. Last month, the visual artist raised eyebrows when she failed to mention Keanu in an interview with the LA Times to promote her new coffee-table book. “It’s strange that he wouldn’t support her in something like this as they’re supposed to be each other’s muses,” says an insider. “Even more strange is the fact he…

When the Kidman-Urban family touched down at Sydney Airport recently, fans couldn’t help but notice the striking resemblance between Nicole and Keith, and their gorgeous daughters, Sunday, 14, and Faith, 12. Now Woman’s Day is told that both girls have become even more like their famous mother by stepping into the film industry! Nicole was just 16 when she rose to stardom in iconic Aussie flick BMX Bandits and sources say ther daughters are ready to carve out careers of their own. “For a long time, Nic and Keith were predicting Sunday would follow mum into acting, while Faith, who’s a wizard on the piano, would follow Keith into music,” reports a family insider. “But Faith shocked them recently with a change of heart. After years of being cast in…

You’d think after 13 years of long days together on set and sharing countless scenes, Home And Away stalwarts Ray Meagher and Georgie Parker would have had a disagreement or two. But the Aussie stars who play Alf Stewart and his daughter Ruth “Roo” Stewart laugh when Woman’s Day suggests there must have been a falling-out over the past decade. “We fight all the time, like cats and dogs – the crew has to tear us apart,” Ray, 78, jokes, before adding seriously, “We’re both very, very blessed to have the sort of working relationship that we do.” COFFEE DATES “He might get sick of me, but I don’t get sick of him,” says Georgie, who affectionately refers to Ray as her “other father”. In fact, rather than growing tired…

It’s 3pm and 28 degrees in Miami, where Kiwi entertainer Josh Williams is juggling meal prep with telling Woman’s Day how excited he is to reunite with pregnant wife Diana Williams. “Six more days and she’s here!” he enthuses, scrambling to switch the oven off. As they near their first wedding anniversary, the couple is navigating long-distance love while R&B chart-topper, actor and dancer Josh struts his stuff in Channing Tatum Presents: Magic Mike Live The Tour, a live adaptation of Channing’s Magic Mike movies. Looking back on his journey from Manurewa to Miami, Josh, 36, says, “It’s exciting – bright lights, loud music and lots of love and attention. I almost go into an alter ego on stage.” Stripteases are a contrast to Josh’s first time capturing a live…

Reality bites Why did you sign up to The Amazing Race Australia? Chelsea Keen, 26: I’m pretty sure I put on my application that my kids were stressing me out and we needed a break, but also because we wanted to win $250,000 to change our family’s life. How has the show affected your relationship? Jamus Maoate, 35: We’ve been together 10 years. The race has strengthened our relationship in many ways, but especially how we communicate with each other now in general and in high-stress situations. After being at the back of the pack recently, you’ve had your first win… Chelsea: We did! It was so exhilarating. The way we reacted when Beau [Ryan, the show’s host] said we were first to check in was like we had just…

WIN! A SHARE OF $2000 CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS 7. Toil swallowing rum again causes chaos (7)9. Point to stick-like hard black wood (5)10. Billy’s mate could look after your child (5)11. Past bit altered to be like biblical prophet John? (7)12. Not starting fire in anger (3)13. Renault’s change of disengaged gears (8)16. Environmentally friendly insect is a garden pest (8)17. Sporting gear kept inside team-room initially (3)19. Right to disconcert Wild West snake (7)21. Ron goes to shindig with piece of classical music (5)22. Rear part of ship’s firm (5)23. Man sees movement as a group (2,5) DOWN 1. Noise after Stan’s temporary replacement (5-2)2. Gran rude about magnificence (8)3. Turned up rod, yes, to fish (4)4. Pray then move to pre-wedding bash (3,5)5. Some oregano, rice and seaweed…

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CUT OUT & KEEP! 3 cost-saving recipes to collect every week LAMB PILAF SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINSCOOK 25 MINS • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, sliced • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 250g lamb mince • 2 tsp honey • 1 tsp ground cinnamon • 1 tsp ground cumin • 1½ cups chicken stock, warmed • 1 cup basmati rice • ¼ cup sultanas, • 2 carrots, grated • 1 tomato, chopped • natural yoghurt, coriander leaves, to serve 1 Heat oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan on medium. Cook onion and garlic for 4-5 mins, stirring often, until golden. 2 Increase heat to high. Brown mince 4-5 mins, breaking up lumps. Stir in honey and spices. Cook 1 min. 3 Add stock, rice and sultanas. Bring…

Psychics Hey, I’m still the boss! AMANDA SAYS Lulu tells me she has passed over. She suffered from a little anxiety and nervousness, and also shows me that she had a bad skin rash. Lulu brings through another dog who has passed and this one tells me she was very jealous of Lulu. Donna’s dad and husband come through, with her husband telling her he is free from all his ailments. But Lulu is the boss of this reading, that’s for sure. She tells everyone when it is their turn to talk and when to go away, declaring, “It’s my turn again!” Lulu says that she was on cortisone on and off for about two years, but it was the new medicine Donna tried that really helped her. Lulu tells…

Behind the scenes Your entertainment backstage pass! You’re in two of the biggest releases of 2022. How are you handling your newfound fame? I’m loving it. It has been my dream since I was two years old to be an actor and I get to do it now. Words can’t describe how that makes me feel. And not much about my life has changed – it’s just that people know who I am now. I am very grounded by family. I’m surrounded by a lot of honest humans, so I’m grateful for them. You didn’t get to come to New Zealand to shoot Avatar 2. Are you hoping you’ll get to come here for the future sequels? My best friend lives there and I love her very much so…