Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 20, 2023 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

It’s officially the beginning of a new Carolean era, with King Charles III finally taking the throne after a record-breaking 70-year apprenticeship. As he prepared to be crowned, the Woman’s Day office was overcome with royal fever, our palace spies providing plenty of last-minute inside gossip as we beavered away on this special souvenir edition of the magazine. Watching the pomp and pageantry unfurl, I suddenly realised I can now say that I’ve enjoyed a chat with the King and Queen, not once, but twice! The first time, in the Auckland War Memorial Museum, after establishing she’s a semi-regular Woman’s Day reader, Camilla and I chatted about how much she enjoys all the animal-related events on royal tours – I’ve watched her wash SPCA dogs and pat tuatara – and…

Carrying out one of his first official duties at his grandfather King Charles III’s coronation, adorable Prince George was a bundle of nerves. While the eyes of the world were on the tiny prince, the nine-year-old with his big brown eyes won over audiences as he performed his duty as a page of honour alongside seven other children, the first future monarch in modern royal history to be involved in such a service. No one was prouder of the king-to-be than his parents, the Prince and Princess of Wales, who had spent the past few months preparing him for the biggest day of his life. “There’s no doubt Kate and William were carrying most of the nerves on his behalf, but they’re incredibly proud of how brave he’s been,” says…

King Charles reportedly once said that Lady Dale “Kanga” Tryon was “the only woman who ever understood me”, but even while their love affair was scandalising English high society, the royal was also sleeping with the woman who would become his queen. It was an epic tug of war between Kanga and Camilla Parker Bowles that played out during the 1970s. And while Camilla eventually won the battle royal for Charles’ heart and is now his queen, many don’t know that he kept both women as mistresses for years – and reportedly “bounced from Camilla’s bed to that of Lady Tryon, then back again”! The passions bubbled under the surface even after Charles married Princess Diana in 1981, with the women continuing to dislike each other. So how did a…

American Idol has announced Katy Perry will be replaced on the judging panel by Ed Sheeran and Alanis Morissette after the singer became embroiled in a string of controversies. While the change is touted to be just temporary thanks to Katy and co-star Lionel Richie’s involvement in King Charles’ coronation, there’s speculation the 38-year-old popstar could be permanently ousted after she drew negative comments from viewers. Last month, she was booed on stage after criticising one contestant’s outfit, telling her to steer clear of sparkles. “It’s like you glitter-bomb the stage,” she told the aspiring singer. While Katy claims it’s the “first time in six seasons” that she’s been booed, it’s certainly been the season from hell. In March, she was accused of “mum-shaming” a contestant after joking that the…

Real lifeMother’s Day SPECIAL Recalling the moment she first bumped into her husband, charity worker Helen Manson tells, “I met Tim at a Rugby World Cup party in 2003 when he asked me to hold his beer while he went to the bathroom. He was a bit grumpy because the All Blacks were losing.” But his bad mood didn’t stop the pair from going on a date at Denny’s, which is where a 19-year-old Helen told Tim that the man she married would have to be on board with adopting children. Upon hearing this, Tim took another sip of his Oreo milkshake and added a proviso of his own – he was determined to return to Africa, having lived there as a child with his aid-worker parents. With their cards…

HealthBe well with Woman's Day YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEING THE BEST YOU You don’t have to be a musclewoman to lift weights. Strength training is something that we all can do at very little cost – no fancy gym membership required! If you haven’t done strength training before, it’s never too late to get started. In fact, celebrity trainer Joe Wicks says this kind of exercise becomes even more important as we get older. “Don’t be frightened to lift,” he advises. “Lifting heavy weights builds muscle, burns fat, shapes your body and it makes you feel amazing.” WHY IT’S GOOD FOR YOU Joe says that menopause causes a series of changes that can be harsh on the body, affecting everything from sleep and joint health, to bone and muscle…

Zoe Hallahan admits, “I was always terrified of colour.” But when she and her husband bought their home in Auckland, it was in serious need of a do-up, which only several cans of Resene paint could provide. The first room the pair painted was the main bedroom, selecting Resene SpaceCote in Resene Spanish Green. “It fitted my search for a calming colour perfectly,” says Zoe. “After that, I was hooked on colour.” The couple then painted the built-in ledge and custom wardrobe in Resene SpaceCote in Resene Green Meets Blue, as they love “tone on tone”, to complete the space. During lockdown, Zoe was pregnant with baby Bonnie and “nesting took on another level”. They painted her nursery in Resene SpaceCote in Resene Blanched Pink from the Karen Walker Paints…

EASY WAYS TO SAVE ON ENERGY BILLS HOT WATER While it’s a great idea to limit the time of your showers and use a cold cycle when washing clothes, switching to a hot-water heat pump system will use between 74 and 78% less energy than used by traditional hot-water systems. HEATING & COOLING Minimise the impact of air conditioners and heaters by using them for a limited amount of time, ensuring that all doors and windows are closed. When setting the temperature, it’s a good idea to keep the reading between 20 and 24°C. YOUR FRIDGE The humble refrigerator is one of the biggest energy guzzlers in the home. Set the temperature in your fridge between 3 and 5°C, and the freezer to -18°C. Anything lower than this and you…

Taurus 21 APRIL – 21 MAY Having second thoughts about something? If you need to backtrack, trust your instincts and just do it. Laugh off dramas over an indulgent lunch or catch a good rom-com. And if that sentimental streak has flared, chase up some long-lost friends or loved ones. STAR TIP Old-fashioned crafts or games might strike a special chord this month. CATE BLANCHETT The celebrated Aussie actress turns 54 on 14 May. Gemini MAY 22 – JUN 21 Searching for more harmony? If life’s become overcomplicated, it’s time to revise, rethink and, if need be, offload – a friend, lover, pastime or job! Moneywise, Venus is conjuring up all sorts of excitement. You might even be lucky enough to receive an unexpected windfall. STAR TIP A midweek conversation…

MOVIE BOOK CLUB: THE NEXT CHAPTER Diane Keaton, Mary Steenburgen, Candice Bergen and Jane Fonda are back for the highly anticipated sequel – and this time, they’re in Italy for a fun girls’ trip! In true comedy fashion, things don’t go according to plan and their relaxing vacation soon turns into a grand, hilarious adventure. IN CINEMAS THURSDAY EVENT COME TOGETHER Fans of Neil Young, Dire Straits and Fleetwood Mac won’t want to miss this! New Zealand’s greatest rock musicians have banded together to pull off three different concerts, covering three albums over three months. Sing along to all the hit songs, with bonus sets of classics and deep cuts, all performed at various stages across New Zealand. Visit eventfinda.co.nz for tickets. OPENS THURSDAY BOOK THERE’S A CURE FOR THIS:…

To be immortalised in wax is an experience fit for a... well, king! Last month, Madame Tussauds London unveiled its new Royal Palace experience with several famous faces front and centre. Wax on, Your Majesty! IT’S A SMALL WORLD... We always suspected Charles was model material! For those wanting to snap up a coronation keepsake, toy purveyor Matchbox has created miniature versions of the King, Queen and horsedrawn carriage! We all have a tiny part to play in his big day... House of bricks There will be no knocking over this king – not unless you have 1000 spare hours to recreate it! The model makers went all in on creating a tiny replica of Buckingham Palace featuring the royals on the balcony. TASTE OF ROYALTY! No, Charlie hasn’t escaped…

Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis had been preparing for their big moment for weeks! “Charlotte has been so full of excitement about her very important role,” an insider says of the eight-year-old, who – along with brothers Prince George, nine, and Louis, five – accompanied King Charles and Queen Camilla as they left Westminster Abbey after the service. “She’d been talking about it non-stop, practising her walk and her curtsies to perfection. She took it upon herself to keep her little brother in step after spending hours coaching him through what would happen.” According to the palace source, Charlotte even made her mum, the Princess of Wales, show her and her siblings the abbey on Google Earth, so they were familiar with everything. “Charlotte became a virtual encyclopaedia on the…

CROWN All eyes were on the St Edward’s Crown when it was placed on King Charles’ head during the coronation ceremony. Made for King Charles II in 1661, the intricate crown was resized to fit the monarch’s head. Weighing just over 2kg and made from a solid gold frame set with 444 gems, including rubies, amethysts and sapphires, the headpiece was only used for the moment of crowning. King Charles then changed to the Imperial State Crown. YEOMAN WARDERS Commonly known as “the Beefeaters”, the traditional guards of the Tower of London formed a colourful guard of honour inside the Abbey’s annexe in their new uniforms. ORB & SCEPTRE The Sovereign’s Orb, which historically represents the monarch’s worldly and Christian powers, was briefly given to King Charles during the ceremony.…

In his first speech after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III paid a touching tribute to his mother. Holding back tears, the heir vowed to make the late monarch proud. “As the Queen herself did with such unswerving devotion, I too now solemnly pledge myself, throughout the remaining time God grants me, to uphold the constitutional principles at the heart of our nation,” he said in a speech shared around the world. “I shall endeavour to serve with loyalty, respect, and love, as I have throughout my life.” And as Charles carries out his reign, royal experts believe Her Majesty would be “very proud” of her son. “He has far exceeded expectations and done it with tremendous overall grace, in a way that I’m sure the Queen…

A bitter battle could be heading Kevin Costner’s way after he announced with “great sadness” that his wife of 18 years, Christine Baumgartner, has filed for divorce, citing “irreconcilable differences”. The 68-year-old actor hinted that the decision to split wasn’t his, saying through his rep that “circumstances beyond his control” have resulted in the end of his second marriage. Kevin and Christine, 49, who wed in September 2004, share three children – Cayden, 15, Hayes, 14, and Grace, 12. He also has four adult kids. In November, Kevin spoke fondly of his wife, saying, “Everything is warmer because of her.” It’s a fresh blow for the Oscar winner, whose hit series Yellowstone has reportedly been cancelled after five seasons because of an ongoing dispute between Kevin and the…

For the mum who loves it a little luxe Packed with some of the iconic brand’s pared-back Parisian beauty essentials, the limited-edition By Terry My Beauty Icons Set, $161, comes in the form of a chic pouch bearing cult favourites the CC Serum, a mini Ombre Blackstar and a mini Mascara Terrybly. Offering a little touch of luxury and great for travel, makeup-loving mamas will adore this perfectly formed set. For the travelling mum Glasshouse Fragrance’s Lost in Amalfi Travel Set, $49.95, is a limited-edition Mother’s Day candle-and-hand-cream duo in one of the scent specialist’s most popular perfumes. Another great option for the mum-on-the go is Kit: Body Standard Kit, $95, which features the no-nonsense brand’s Wellness Wash, Body Nutrition Lotion and Urban Hand Salve, packed in a reusable red…

MOROCCAN COUSCOUS SOUP SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS COOK 40 MINS • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil • 1 onion, chopped finely • 1 medium eggplant, cut into 2cm pieces • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 1 fresh long red chilli, chopped finely • 1 tbsp ground cumin • 2 tsp ground coriander • 2 medium carrots, chopped coarsely • 400g can cherry tomatoes • 400g can chickpeas, drained, rinsed • 1 litre (4 cups) vegetable stock • 1/3 cup whole-wheat couscous • 1/3 cup parsley sprigs 1 Heat oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion, stirring, for 3 mins or until softened. Add eggplant. Cook, stirring, for 5 mins or until golden and softened. 2 Add garlic, chilli and spices. Cook a further 1…

Psychics Q This past year hasn’t been an easy one for myself or my family. Health problems and losing loved ones have pushed us to our limits. Do you see anything good happening for us in the next year? Shaz MITCHELL SAYS I feel that you and your family are being watched over and are very protected. The souls upstairs are sending a lot of love and healing light to you right now. I’m picking up that you will turn a bright corner over this year, overcoming the struggles and worries that have been holding you back. Try to not let your emotions get the better of you or weigh you down. There are much brighter days ahead for you and your family. Q I was watching television and I…

He may have recently graduated to King, but there’s no taking the Prince Charming out of Charles! Over the years, the royal flirt has been spotted cosying up to some of the world’s biggest stars. But it was the Spice Girls who reportedly left the heir the most flustered when they met in 1997 – Geri Horner told him he was “very sexy” and patted his bum, while Mel B asked the royal if she’d take him out for dinner. Ooo-er!…

Meet the fabulous Tozer sisters, who, back in 1966, had no idea when their parents Tom and Nancy announced that the special guest who was coming to stay on the family’s dairy farm would one day be the King of England! Back then, the cheeky Melbourne foursome – eldest sibling Jane was 10, Amanda, six, Penny, four, and youngest Lisa just three – didn’t get what all the fuss was about when a very polite 17-year-old teen by the name of Prince Charles appeared at their front door! “But from the moment we met him, we knew he was something special,” shares Jane, now 67, speaking exclusively to Woman’s Day. “I remember asking if we had to call him Your Majesty, but he insisted on Charles – we all giggled…

TAMPONGATE In January 1993, a secretly recorded phone conversation between Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles – which took place in 1989 when they were still married to their respective spouses – was leaked, in which he famously mused he wanted to “live inside” her trousers and come back as “a Tampax”. The explicit conversation and ensuing scandal harmed the future monarch’s reputation almost beyond repair. “His popularity plummeted, and people questioned his fitness to be king,” says royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith. CASH FOR HONOURS In February 2022, British police launched an investigation into Charles’ charity, The Prince’s Trust, after Michael Fawcett, a long-time aide to Charles, helped to secure the prince's support for Saudi billionaire Mahfouz Marei Mubarak bin Mahfouz to receive a knighthood and British citizenship in return…

The Bachelorette NZ favourite Paul Patterson is going to be a dad! The chef and his partner Sarah Day have revealed they’re expecting their first child. Paul, 38, who runs trendy barbecue boutique restaurant Paulie’s Kitchen on Waiheke Island, tells Woman’s Day, “I’m nervous as all hell, but overall feeling really good about it.” He and hairdresser Sarah, who recently opened salon YUDUYU on the island, have known each other since they were 20, but only reconnected after she saw him on The Bachelorette in 2021. Asked if they’re thinking of tying the knot, Paul replies, “I’m stressing about one thing at a time at the moment!”…

Reality bitesMother’s Day SPECIAL Former primary school teacher turned balloon twister Natalie Atkinson has a powerful plan in place to support her quest to be crowned champion of Blow Up. She declares, “I intend to blind the other contestants with my colourful attire, then distract them with the chaos that will undoubtedly surround my station.” Breaking into giggles, the Ka¯piti Coast mum-of-three, 37, adds, “I don’t actually expect to win, but that’s OK because this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and I just want to soak it all up for as long as I possibly can.” However, life isn’t always so bubbly in the Atkinson household. Last December, Natalie spent Christmas at Auckland’s Starship children’s hospital when her eight-year-old daughter Tessa was diagnosed with atypical haemolytic uremic syndrome, a rare disorder…

Houndstooth Houndstooth tweed is easily identifiable for its distinctive zig-zag pattern, resembling the jaws of a dog, and is an English style favourite. Herringbone Herringbone is a pattern that looks like parallel rows of zig-zag lines and is a traditional tweed textile – very horse and hound appropriate! Tartan Few style traits feel as synonymous with the British Isles as tartan. It’s a patterned textile consisting of criss-crossed horizontal and vertical bands in multiple colours. Spots Whether it’s a polka dot, a simple spot or an oversized one, this humble print has been a royal favourite for the past century.…

Pea & pasta salad SERVES 4 Prepare 500g shelled fresh or frozen broad beans. If using fresh beans, put them in a heat-proof bowl, pour boiling water over and let them stand for 5 mins. (Follow the packet directions for frozen.) Pop them out of their skins and set aside. Meanwhile, bring a big saucepan of well-salted water to the boil. Add 400g farfalle pasta and cook according to the packet directions, adding 560g frozen peas and 100g snow peas during the final 2 mins. Drain. Crumble 100g feta into a small bowl, then mix in finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon, 2-3 crushed garlic cloves and 80ml olive oil to make a dressing. Season with plenty of cracked black pepper. While still warm, toss pasta, broad…

Psychics We love adventures with our farm friends AMANDA SAYS These two are absolutely hilarious and such characters! They are both independent, but Squeak more so than Bubbles. She tells me they are both females and they love to sunbathe on the high pallets that they know were built for them. They realise how much they are loved, and adore the interaction with Sandra and her family – and the brushings they get! They laugh about the day they got out of the gate and went up the road into Sandra’s daughter’s block. They tell me the humans would get within an inch of them and then the naughty pair would run off. These two are like chalk and cheese, but they both talk about the routine they have…

GABBY ANDERSON “My stand-up career hard-launched in 2018, when I entered the Raw Comedy Quest and took out the national title. I had only done stand-up three times when I entered! I now regularly perform in Wellington and also created the improv group Tiny Dog with my friends.” 3 FUN FACTS • I started stand-up comedy the same time I started high-school teaching and I swear there is more of a crossover than you’d think! • I once bombed real bad, but an older woman came up to me after with probably my favourite review of all time. She said, “You’re a lovely young woman and I loved how you didn’t swear.” • Sometimes I go on stage and hope the punchline comes to me. Sometimes it does and sometimes…

1 King Charles was born in which royal residence? A) Buckingham Palace B) Windsor Castle C) Balmoral 2 In 1970, Charles became the first heir apparent to earn a degree but what did he study? A) Anthropology, archaeology and history B) Art history, English literature and Politics C) Information technology, business studies and computer science 3 What instrument did Charles say he played “rather badly” at uni? A) Saxophone B) Violin C) Cello 4 Which of these British armed services has Charles NOT served in? A) Royal Navy B) Royal Air Force C) British Army 5 Charles first met Lady Diana Spencer in 1977. But the future king was actually at Althorp Estate to visit who? A) Diana’s big sister Sarah B) An old university pal C) His accountant…