Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 5, 2023 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

After the shock death of Lisa Marie Presley at just 54, the Woman’s Day team has been determined to lap up as many heart-warming stories as we can – and they don’t come much sweeter than Newshub political editor Jenna Lynch introducing her little man Alfie. Our writer Fleur’s gorgeous piece starts on page 18, but I was lucky enough to get my own glimpse into Jenna’s family life when she and hubby Andrew joined my group of friends in the Far North for New Year’s Eve. I’ll never forget Alfie’s wee face as he splashed around in the shallows of Coopers Beach during his first-ever swim in the sea – his smile was absolutely infectious – and he was very well-behaved as his parents and the rest of us…

Miley Cyrus took a serious swipe at ex-husband Liam Hemsworth on his 33rd birthday, releasing her new single Flowers, which is said to be about their failed eight-month marriage. “I think Miley needs to move on,” commented one fan of the 30-year-old singer, who split from the Hunger Games star in 2019. “Liam has.” And the Aussie actor proved it, stepping out with his girlfriend Gabriella Brooks at Sydney Airport, where onlookers couldn’t help but notice the 26-year-old Aussie model was showing off a shiny new ring on her finger! Could Liam be ready to give marriage another go? “He’s very traditional, and Gabriella shares the same values as him and gets along with his family,” says a source. “Their relationship is easy-going and they had similar upbringings.”…

Royal newsBEHIND PALACE WALLS After marrying one of rugby’s cheekiest chappies, Zara Tindall figured she’d seen her fair share of laddish behaviour. Not to mention that her father, Captain Mark Phillips, had got up to some questionable hijinks of his own, resulting in a Kiwi half-sister for Zara and her brother Peter. However, her 73-year-old dad proved he was still able to shock his family when he unveiled his new girlfriend, Belgian equestrienne Florence Standaert, who is thought to be around Zara’s age and is also a dead ringer for her. “When Zara met Florence, it was like looking in the mirror,” says a friend of the 41-year-old. “They look the same, they have the same interests and they’re around the same age. She has told friends it’s all a…

Reality bites Thinking of when he last appeared on Celebrity Treasure Island two years ago, Art Green recalls, “It was a lot of fun and physically satisfying, but also one of the toughest things I’ve ever done. I found myself getting caught up in the game. It was hard to keep my mind off all the different aspects at play and the clashing personalities.” However, the most difficult part was being separated from his heavily pregnant wife Matilda – who he met on The Bachelor NZ in 2015 – and their son Milo, then just 18 months old. “That was the hardest thing by far – being away from Matty while she was going through so much,” admits Art, 34, who is set to compete in the upcoming spin-off series…

Reality bites It’s been blow after blow for The Block Australia’s Shaynna Blaze and sources say the reality star’s ready to snap! Sadly, there’s mounting pressure from viewers for the 59-year-old to be replaced, along with fellow judges Darren Palmer and Neale Whitaker. “Shaynna Blaze is the main reason I’ve stopped watching The Block,” one fan savagely wrote online. “I could understand some of her decisions, but it’s all down to TV drama – don’t worry about how the contestants feel. It’s really so sad.” Others have suggested Shaynna and her co-judges are out of touch, and should be bumped in favour of real estate agents and property evaluators to add a touch of authenticity to the judging process. One viewer commented, “Think the judges need to find new careers.…

Real life When Timaru woman Claire Burt woke up in hospital after surgery to remove six kilograms of loose skin caused by weight loss, she had stitches from her chest down to her pubic bone. Having suffered eating disorders that almost killed her, then having gastric sleeve surgery that helped her drop 92kg, Claire was finally out the other end. But the social media sensation had no idea that as well as gaining the confidence she’d always dreamed of, she’d soon meet the love of her life! “I’m the happiest and healthiest I’ve ever been, and I have moments where I think, ‘Oh, my God, how do I look like this?’ I thought I’d be single forever and then my partner Charlie came out of nowhere,” enthuses Claire, 30, who…

HealthBe well with Woman's DayYOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEING THE BEST YOU Getting good-quality, restful and sufficient sleep regularly has been proven to have a highly beneficial impact on our health. In fact, clinching eight hours of healthy sleep every night is one of the most powerful anti-ageing activities we can do. Holistic health expert Karina Stewart warns that when we don’t get enough shut-eye, we are unable to reset our nervous systems, including our brains, and we begin to drain and exhaust our adrenal glands, which play an important role in health, ageing and rejuvenation. “Good-quality sleep has a rejuvenating effect by supporting our adrenals and the hormone production needed to keep us balanced, vital and healthy,” she explains. “The hormone melatonin plays a crucial role in the anti-ageing…

Travel GETTING THERE Airfares to Bali have increased significantly post-COVID and there were no direct flights as we went to press, with Kiwis having to stop in Singapore or Australia along the way, but don’t let that stop you visiting this island that nurtures like no other. Although the Singapore route is fastest, I opted for the slightly longer but cheaper option of flying first to Perth with Jetstar. Despite some long airport waits, getting into Bali itself was smooth, although we did have to pay around $50 each for our visas. WHERE TO STAY We lived it up at Club Med Bali, an all-inclusive beach resort in Nusa Dua. I was grateful for its epic on-site kids’ club, which meant Hazel was entertained by a trapeze, pool party and…

TUNA & SPAGHETTI FRITTATA SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 35 MINS • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, finely chopped • 3 cups leftover cooked spaghetti (see Tip) • 425g can tuna, drained and flaked • 6 eggs, lightly beaten • 1 cup cream • 1 cup creamed corn • 2 green onions, thinly sliced • 1/3 cup grated cheddar cheese • 400g can cherry tomatoes, drained • rocket leaves, to serve • ¼ cup shaved parmesan 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. 2 Heat oil in a 23cm oven-proof frying pan on medium. Sauté onion for 5 mins or until soft. Add spaghetti and tuna, cooking for a further 2 mins. 3 In a jug, whisk together eggs, cream, creamed corn, spring onions and cheese. Pour into pan.…

I chose you AMANDA SAYS Tigger comes straight through and says he’s passed. Tigger tells his mum it was a tumour and leukaemia. He loved Donna and his dad very much from the moment he turned up as a stray. Tigger was not happy at his old home and felt very neglected. Tigger brings through Donna’s dad, who is a lovely man, and also Donna’s brother’s cat called Pudda, who he had met a few times. Tigger was very active right up until the end, when he sadly stopped eating and drinking. He knew it was a very hard and sudden decision, and he knows his mum is still really questioning this and feels a lot of guilt. Tigger assures her she made the right decision, telling her to…

OH, BABY! KEKE PALMER Expecting her first child with fitness instructor Darius Jackson, the Nope actress showed off her burgeoning bump in a flowing Jonathan Simkhai dress at the AFI Awards Luncheon in Beverly Hills. Stark difference ROBERT DOWNEY JR Looking a far cry from Iron Man’s Tony Stark, RDJ stepped out of the wardrobe department as a curly redhead dressed in some funky threads as he filmed The Sympathizer in LA. Follow suit JENNIFER LOPEZ Promoting her new rom-com Shotgun Wedding, the four-times-married star looked suitably bridal in Michael Kors. “It’s a nice day for a white (Shotgun) Wedding,” J.Lo posted. Shell shock! RUBY TUI The Black Ferns hero had a close encounter of the flippered kind while on a turtle-y exciting Ocean Toa eco tour in Rarotonga. “What…

Vision in red Nobody does a long, flowing dress quite like Delta Goodrem! She dazzled the crowds with Waltzing Matilda as she sailed into Sydney Harbour. Flower power Celebrity Treasure Island fave Alex King looked blooming lovely while posing in her nana’s garden. Welcome home! In vintage Versace, Hollywood hottie and former Home And Away star Margot Robbie returned to her native Aussie to wow fans at the Sydney premiere of Babylon. Ready to pop! Kiwi cooking queen Nadia Lim cooled off with a dip in Lake Mavora during scorching temperatures in Central Otago. Back on air AM host Melissa Chan-Green’s hubby Caspar and son Busby threw her a cute going away party. She left her boys in the UK with family while she returned to work in Aotearoa.…

HOT OFF THE PRESS Age is clearly just a number for Rupert Murdoch, who appears to have already moved on with a new woman just five months after his divorce from Jerry Hall was finalised. The 91-year-old Aussie media mogul was snapped enjoying a beach day out in Barbados with Ann-Lesley Smith, 66, the widow of country music star Chester Smith. And while some have cruelly suggested police chaplain-turned-radio presenter Ann-Lesley is a “gold-digger”, she recently told the Christian Broadcasting Network, “As I began to walk with God, the things of the world just seemed pointless to me.” A source says the four-times married billionaire – who used to holiday in the same Caribbean holiday hotspot with his supermodel ex, 66 – “is very happy” with his new companion. Jennifer…

Cover story Just three days after a glorious triumph at the Golden Globes, Elvis Presley’s family was hit with tragedy as The King’s daughter Lisa Marie died suddenly from cardiac arrest at just 54. In an emotional statement, her shattered mum Priscilla, 77, announced, “It is with a heavy heart that I must share the devastating news that my beautiful daughter Lisa Marie has left us. She was the most passionate, strong and loving woman I have ever known. We ask for privacy as we try to deal with this profound loss. Thank you for the love and prayers.” Just days before, Priscilla and Lisa Marie had been celebrating the Baz Luhrmanndirected biopic Elvis sweeping the Golden Globe Awards, with the mother-daughter duo in tears as the film’s star Austin…

WIN! A SHARE OF $2000 CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ACROSS 8. Lara gains flips a little over North American waterfall (7)9. Share out what sounds like many (5)10. Some show his tricks in card game (5)11. Walked by Rod and Den on junction (7)12. Lady turns on first news of folk singer Bob (5)13. Rip off woolly coat! (6)16. Rain on movie alien in hold (6)18. With an open mouth at a page turner (5)22. Nick ate up from baking container (4,3)24. Ural flows from right of country (5)25. Clean and search intently (5)26. A hip cat cooked Indian bread (7) DOWN 1. Understands nose, we hear (5)2. Equality sees one enter party (6)3. Mar pitas remade with spicy beef (8)4. Can’t circle one part of a long poem (5)5. Hal…

Beauty Everyone has pores and they sometimes look larger or more noticeable. Enlarged pores can be caused by a wide variety of factors and while there’s absolutely nothing wrong with having them, there are some measures you can take if you’re keen to reduce their appearance. What causes large pores? Pores are extremely small openings containing follicles that release sweat and oil. Inside these follicles are hair and oil glands, known as sebaceous glands. Though pores are just a normal part of skin, they can take on a more pronounced look for many different reasons. If you have oily skin, you’ll probably have larger pores than someone with dry or combination skin. Age is another factor, as the older you get, the bigger your pores become due to the loss…

ASPARAGUS, EGG & GOAT’S CHEESE TART Easy to make and bursting with flavour! Preheat oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with baking paper. Place 2 sheets of defrosted puff pastry on the tray and gently score a 1.5cm border around the edge, being careful not to slice all the way through. Brush 1 egg yolk around the border. Bake for 15 mins or until it starts to puff and looks golden. Meanwhile, mix 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 garlic clove (peeled and crushed) in a bowl, then place 1 bunch asparagus (halved lengthways, ends trimmed) in the mixture, to coat. Put 100g goat’s cheese, 3 tbsp crème fraîche, 2 tsp Dijon mustard and zest from half a lemon in a food processor and whizz (or mix…

Aquarius 21 JAN – 19 FEB You’re the queen of heart-to-hearts! As people around you reveal their innermost thoughts and feelings, your words of wisdom could prove invaluable. Just remember to make time for yourself as well… massages, movies, facials – it’s all good! STAR TIP If you’ve fallen into a fashion rut of late, hit the shops under Saturday’s stylish stars. ROSAMUND PIKE The celebrated British actress turns 44 on 27 January. This is sure to be a special birthday! Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20 Wondering what’s in store? The bigger picture will come into focus soon enough, but for now, ease off that accelerator and let yourself unwind. Immerse yourself in nature, listen to some good music, hang out with friends and enjoy life’s simple pleasures. STAR…

The LOW DOWN The ink on his divorce from Kim Kardashian is barely dry, but that hasn’t stopped Kanye West from tying the knot in a private ceremony with new Aussie “wife” Bianca Censori. The pair were recently snapped wearing wedding bands while lunching in Beverly Hills. Bianca, 28, a jewellery and architectural designer, has reportedly been working for the 45-year-old rapper’s Yeezy brand since November 2020 after leaving Melbourne for Los Angeles. A source confirmed that pair had “some sort of wedding ceremony”, but the marriage is not yet legal as they have not filed a marriage certificate. However, they did jet off for a lavish honeymoon at the Amangiri resort in Canyon Point, Utah. Kim, 42, is reputedly furious about the match, with an insider saying,…

HOT OFF THE PRESS TV fans were beside themselves seeing Zara Tindall’s rugby-star hubby Mike spilling palace secrets on UK reality series I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here! – and now the Aussie version is set for its own royal contestant, with producers offering Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, big bucks to join the cast. The 63-year-old recently announced she’s pushed back her planned speaking tour of Australia, which was scheduled for next month, citing a “schedule clash”, but insiders hint that Fergie simply wants to lock in her appearance on I’m A Celeb. Princess Andrew’s ex-wife is said to be earning more than $270,000 for her In Conversation With Sarah, Duchess of York tour, so TV execs will be stumping up some serious cash to…

Celebrity news New York Magazine caused a stir recently with its controversial feature about nepotism in the entertainment world. Announcing there’s a “nepo baby boom” in Hollywood right now, the publication called out stars such as Dakota Johnson, Zoë Kravitz and Lily-Rose Depp for getting a boost in the showbiz world thanks to their A-list mums and dads. But a string of famous offspring have slammed the unflattering label, with Jamie Lee Curtis declaring, “The current conversation about nepo babies is just designed to try to diminish, denigrate and hurt.” JAMIE LEE CURTIS JANET LEIGH & TONY CURTIS The Halloween Ends star, 64, dubbed herself the “OG nepo baby” while addressing the scandal and seems fed-up with the stigma. “I have been a professional actress since I was 19 years…

Cool classic Pair tailored trousers with a linen cotton-blend top that has a puffed sleeve for a point of difference. Tie it all together with white accessories and gold touches. Pink perfection Go bold in a bright pink linen-blend dress. This figure-flattering midi style is contrasted with a blue platform mule and puffed-up handbag. Sunnies à la Posh and flower earrings complete the outfit perfectly. Nice ’n’ natural For timeless chic, you can’t go past a neutral linen suit. These relaxed-fit trousers – featuring a high waist and concealed elastic – and oversized blazer make for a contemporary look. Style with a belt and flatform sandals.…

FRUIT POPS MAKES 8 PREP 20 MINS + FREEZING • 11/3 cup vanilla yoghurt • 300g watermelon, seeds and rind removed, chopped • 5 strawberries, hulled • 2 tsp honey • 8 wooden ice-block sticks • 1 large mango, peeled, chopped (2 cups) • ½ cup pineapple juice • 2 passionfruit 1 Divide yoghurt between 8 x 100ml-capacity ice-block moulds, tapping base of moulds to level. Freeze for 1 hour or until almost set. 2 In a food processor, blend watermelon, strawberries and honey together until smooth. Pour evenly among moulds. Freeze for 1 hour. Insert ice-block sticks. 3 In a clean food processor, blend mango and juice together. Stir passionfruit through. Pour into moulds to fill. Freeze until firm. SPICED PLUM & YOGHURT POPS MAKES 8 PREP 10 MINS…

MUSIC GLORIA by Sam Smith With their fourth studio album, Sam is farewelling their soulful ways and entering a self-proclaimed “slutty music” era. We’ve had the chart-topping banger Unholy on repeat all summer, so we can’t wait to see what else is in store for us. ON SALE FRIDAY BOOK EDDA MUSSOLINI: THE MOST DANGEROUS WOMAN IN EUROPE by Caroline Moorehead This bio tells the story of the rise and fall of Mussolini’s Fascist rule in Italy through the eyes of his favourite daughter Edda. Often viewed as a de facto first lady, the brilliant diplomat was the driving force behind Italy joining forces with Hitler. ON SALE NOW (PENGUIN, $40) PODCAST THE TURNING: ROOM OF MIRRORS This investigative podcast goes on a deep dive into the dark…