Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 1, 2024 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

The Woman’s Day team is back in the office after a much-neededed summer holiday. Art director Mirella powered through a pile of books in the backyard, chief sub-editor Denise visited her son in Melbournee and deputy editor Amy chillaxed by the pool, while I punished my poor knees and ankles by hiking the 71km Queen Charlotte Track over three days, stopping to look at birds and have swims in the stunning Marlborough Sounds along the way. It was absolute bliss, but I think I’ll need another less-active break sometime soon! Coincidentally, the gorgeous Antonia Prebble and her fiancé Dan have also been holidaying in the Sounds – and they have some fantastic news: After seven years together, they’ve finally set a date to tie the knot! Amy has written a…

Looking svelte and stunning in a series of curve-hugging size-10 gowns, Oprah Winfrey wowed friends and fans alike while doing the rounds on the red carpet to promote the musical remake of her classic film The Color Purple. “She’s completely stealthbombed everybody with the weight loss,” says a Hollywood insider. “It’s all everyone can talk about. She looked absolutely incredible!” The source adds that Oprah intends to blow everyone away again at her 70th birthday bash in Montecito on 29 January, before heading off on a ski trip with a group of friends, including her best buddy Gayle King, 68. “Oprah’s been shedding the pounds all year in time for her big 70th. She wants to look and feel her best ever. She’s dropped four dress sizes in a year,…

An artistic, flamboyant woman known for her former habit of smoking, her dislike of technology and being affectionately nicknamed “Daisy” by her loved ones, Queen Margrethe has made an incomparable mark on Denmark in her 52 years on the throne. Margrethe’s abdication will be a sad farewell to the world’s last reigning queen and the longestserving current monarch in Europe. It’s the first time a Danish sovereign has given up the throne since King Eric III in 1146. Since taking the crown from her late father King Frederik IX in 1972, Margrethe has steadily become a beloved and popular figure in Denmark. Last week, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen thanked the monarch for her “lifelong dedication” to her country, saying, “Queen Margrethe is the epitome of Denmark.” Margrethe and Queen Elizabeth…

Katie Holmes should be excitedly preparing for Suri’s milestone 18th birthday in April, but sources say she’s dreading it. According to friends, Katie, 45, is bracing herself for ex-husband Tom Cruise to use Suri’s celebrations as a time to reconnect with his daughter, whom he has had little contact with since their split in 2012. “Nobody knows exactly what was agreed in Katie and Tom’s divorce settlement, but now that Suri’s turning 18, the fear is Tom will be able to deal with Suri directly,” an insider tells. In 2020, former Scientologist Leah Remini warned that Tom, 61, could be waiting for Suri to come of age before trying to introduce her to the church. “Scientology considers Katie a suppressive person, which is an enemy,” says the King Of Queens…

Not many 26-year-olds can say they run their dream foodie business from all around the world, picking up recipe ideas in various exotic locations, with a stopover studying at one of the best cooking schools in London. But it’s a reality for Kiwi social media sensation Kelsi Boocock, known to her fans as “Healthy Kelsi”, who has been travelling the globe as a celebrity chef for the past few years. After her profile blew up online during the first COVID lockdown thanks to her easy plant-based recipes, the Aucklander has amassed nearly 400,000 followers, launched a protein powder business and wellness app, and published two cookbooks. But what tops the list of recent highlights was her engagement to her partner of nine years, Andrew Trembath, 26, who proposed in Bali…

TOUGH DECISION Dear Jay-Jay, I can’t believe I’m writing to you, but I literally have no idea who else to confide in. I’m 29 and I’ve been with my partner for six years. I love him, but I cheated on him – a few times. Now I’m pregnant and it’s not my partner’s baby. I don’t know what to do. I need to figure it out before I start showing. The father is just a fling. He’s not boyfriend material and my partner will be so angry if he finds out about this. Should I have an abortion? Should I confess? Please help me decide. Blondie, Hamilton Kia ora, Blondie! Oh, this is so hard. I’m sorry you are in this predicament. I’m nervous to give you the wrong advice,…

Almost slipped! Kate Hudson reached out a steadying arm to stop her five-year-old daughter Rani from taking a tumble on the Aspen slopes. Or maybe it was the other way around! Shining star Beyoncé showed her metal on a flying visit to Brazil to celebrate the release of her Renaissance concert movie. Reindeer vacay! Heidi Klum found an inflatable friend while having a dip during her Caribbean holiday. We didn’t know Rudolph could swim! Dad’s delight The look of love... Gordon Ramsay cuddled up with his sons, four-year-old Oscar and two-month-old Jesse James, in London. We knew his heart was soft as butter! Jenny from the beach If it’s January, it must be time for St Barts! Jennifer Lopez flaunted her physique while taking a sandy stroll at the celebrity…

Beverly Hills, 90210 actor Ian Ziering has reassured fans he is “unscathed” following an attack by a group of bikers on Hollywood Boulevard after a traffic incident on New Year’s Eve. In shocking video footage, the 59-year-old actor was shown getting out of his vehicle and approaching one motorbike rider after the biker appeared to clip Ian’s car. Ian appears to shove a rider before being surrounded by the gang of bikers, who begin assaulting him. Ian is further shown attempting to defend himself as he flees the scene and runs across the street. According to reports, both Ian and the bikers left the scene after the scuffle, however, the LA Police Department has confirmed that the attack is under investigation and have listed Ian as the “victim”. The star…

On 14 January, Crown Princess Mary will walk through the hallways of her palace home in Copenhagen on her way to being crowned the Queen of Denmark. But amid the excitement, it’s been speculated that Queen Margrethe’s shock abdication was simply a way save Australian-born Mary’s almost-20-year marriage to Crown Prince Frederik after rumours surfaced surrounding him and Mexican socialite Genoveva Casanova, 47. In October, Frederik was photographed spending time with Genoveva in Madrid, with the prince reported to have spent the night at her place. Despite the socialite’s fierce denials of any infidelity, the rumours continue about the state of Fred and Mary’s marriage – seemingly prompting Margrethe, 83, to take drastic action. A royal insider tells Woman’s Day, “This was a very calculated move – and one of…

Double Parked star Antonia Prebble is a master of multitasking. She happily shares the details about her upcoming wedding while simultaneously entertaining her two-year-old son Gus, who is draped across her legs, and having her hair and makeup done for our photoshoot. The stunning actress has been engaged to her Westside co-star Dan Musgrove since 2018, but two children, a devastating house fire and a pandemic have conspired to prevent the pair from tying the knot. So after seven years together, Antonia is naturally very excited to have set a date. When Woman’s Day asks her about it, Gus perks up. “I want a date!” he exclaims. Laughing, Antonia obliges with some dried fruit, gives Gus a snuggle and goes back to explaining why she’s finally walking down the aisle…

Ever since she was little, Erin Routliffe dreamed of winning the US Open. But if you had asked her four years ago, while she was working at a tanning salon after having quit sports, she wouldn’t have believed that moment would come. In fact, just months ago, the Auckland-born athlete saw 2023 as her worst professional year. “The whole year was so tough,” says Erin. “I was playing the best tennis I’ve ever played but losing so much more. Until September, it was one of the worst years of my career, then suddenly it’s the best. Tennis is crazy like that – your life can change in a week!” Erin, 28, still struggles to describe the “surreal” September moment she and Canadian tennis player Gaby Dabrowski became women’s doubles champions…

They’ve been besties since week one of The Block Australia, but cracks are starting to show in Leah Milton and Kristy Beames’ friendship. After a heated confrontation in which Kristy accuses sisters Eliza and Liberty Paschke of being network “plants”, Leah, 32, decides she doesn’t want to look “guilty by association” and starts to step back from what appeared to be a watertight bond. Explains Brisbane first-aid trainer Leah, “I felt physically uncomfortable. I started to realise there are more layers to Kristy and that maybe it’s all gone a bit too far.” Adelaide project manager Kristy, 34, on the other hand, feels Leah has played just as much a part and is backpedalling merely to “save her image”. Of Leah’s apparent change of heart, she says, “I felt betrayed.…

There’s a big smile across Nicholas “Nicky” Tadros’ face when he talks about his love of karate and the new belt hanging in his cupboard. “It felt amazing to get my black belt and I’m proud of myself,” he tells Woman’s Day. “I did extra lessons every week to achieve it.” It’s an incredible feat, especially considering the 11-year-old was in a coma after last January’s Sea World helicopter crash, which killed four people. The devastating event claimed the life of his mum Vanessa, 36, and left Nicky with such catastrophic injuries, his right leg was amputated below the knee. “Man, I’m proud of him,” dad Simon smiles as he watches Nicky play with their pup Hercules in the garden of their Sydney home. “Vanessa would be so proud…

As those balmy midsummer temperatures start to set in, it’s time to take advantage of the many delicious and healthy eats that are now in season. As an added bonus, some of these foods can also help with common ailments such as bloating and fatigue, which can be all too familiar at this time of year. If you’re struggling with the warmer weather, try these diet tweaks... FOR HYDRATION Did you know that up to 20% of our fluid intake comes from food? While it’s essential to drink plenty of water throughout the day to be adequately hydrated, you can also give yourself a head start with foods that have a high water content, such as strawberries, lettuce, celery, cucumbers and watermelon, which is 92% water. Nurse and naturopath Madeline…

TIP The day before you leave, marinate the meat and keep in a chilly bin for a meal that night. The longer meat is marinated, the better the flavour and tenderness. TIP You will need about 12 passionfruit for the cordial. TIP Make this the night before you set off so you have lunch ready to go when you arrive at your campsite. TIP If preferred, instead of fresh fruit, you could use 410g peach slices in juice, drained. TIP This slice is a perfect makeahead treat to take along for midmorning snacks while you’re camping. Pictures: John Paul Urizar. Styling: Olivia Blackmore. Food preparation: Rebecca Lyall..…

Babesy’s mystery injuries explained AMANDA SAYS Babesy tells me she passed over about seven years ago and Shirley wasn’t there when it happened. She died because her heart stopped, but she also had a lot of problems with her renal area as it would get blocked. Babesy knows Shirley still has a lot of questions as to why she passed. Babesy also tells me that not long before she died, she had a nasty fall, which really hurt her back and leg. Shirley wondered what had happened because she noticed it on her return from being overseas for six weeks. Shirley’s mum, dad and her partner’s dad come through with Babesy. She knows Shirley has been thinking about getting another cat lately. Babesy suggests a rescue cat as she wouldn’t…

THE COLDEST CASE IN LARAMIE From the minds of the Serial podcast team, The Coldest Case In Laramie has been popping up on the best true-crime pod lists all 2023. New York Times reporter Kim Barker (below) travels to Wyoming, where a university student named Shelli Wiley was murdered in 1985. She was killed in her apartment, the building set ablaze, but the case remained unsolved. An ex-policeman was arrested in 2016, but the charges were dropped... Kim is out to uncover the truth. Apple Podcasts, Spotify FEEL BETTER, LIVE MORE British physician and TV presenter Dr Rangan Chatterjee is the voice and brains behind this wellness podcast, which aims to simplify what he believes has become an “overcomplicated” world of health. He looks at wellbeing trends and new ideas…

Damn straight I can rid Rein it in! CARSON KRESSLEY Tinfoil, polyester, tinsel… There’s nothing the OG Queer Eye fashion expert can’t find in his craft cupboard when he’s got a special pony club outing! Carson was taking part in the annual New Year’s Day Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. Onesie upon a time HALLE BERRY After attempting to blend into the background while grocery shopping in LA, the Oscar winner wanted all eyes on her as she celebrated the new year with a sexy elevator photo shoot. THE FRILL OF IT! SHANIA TWAIN The Man! I Feel Like A Woman! singer looked every inch a lady as she rang in 2024 in a lacy frock. “New year, same queen!” she posted. Fowl play DAVID BECKHAM What present do you…

He is certainly one of the hottest actors in Hollywood, but Matthew McConaughey is at loggerheads with the producers of Yellowstone. The Oscar winner, 54, is reportedly in final negotiations to star in a spin-off of the popular western television series, but sources say the actor could walk if they don’t agree to a hefty pay cheque. “Matthew and his team know that he’s the number-one choice for the post-Kevin Costner version of Yellowstone that’s being planned,” a TV insider reveals, adding that the network is dragging its feet over the star’s $6 million-perepisode asking price. “There’s a real possibility Matthew will just move on.”…

While Frederik hasn’t commented on rumours about 47-year-old socialite Genoveva, all eyes have been on the state of his relationship with Mary in recent weeks. After the princess’ fleeting trip back to Oz with her youngest kids, twins Josephine and Vincent, in early December, the trio jetted to Queenstown, with Fred and their daughter Isabella arriving in a separate plane after attending the COP28 climate-change summit. The family spent four days in the South Island, with the royals putting on a united front in public. However, Mary appeared to shed a tear while waving goodbye to a male friend as she and the kids left NZ for Brisbane. And in a cryptic Christmas post about loneliness, she wrote about how “so much has happened that it is impossible to put…

There’ll be no huge ceremony or procession when Prince Frederik and Princess Mary become King and Queen of Denmark, but their first week in the new roles will still be a whirlwind! Unlike the lavish coronation of Britain’s King Charles III, there will be no formal coronation for the Danes. Instead, on 14 January, Fred will be pronounced King Frederik X during a cabinet meeting, before the prime minister presents the new monarchs to the Danish people from a balcony at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen. In the low-key ceremony, Mary will also commit to her new duties as Queen. Alongside Her Majesty Queen Mary, it’s likely the couple’s eldest son Christian will make an appearance as the new heir to the throne, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Christian.…

He’s been a devoted member of the Church of Scientology since 1975, but it looks like John’s nearly 50-year allegiance to the controversial faith has hit shaky ground amid reports its leaders are “determined to sink its claws” into his daughter, rising star Ella Bleu. The Poison Rose actress, 23, is slowly making a name for herself in Hollywood, following in the footsteps of her famous father and mother, Jerry Maguire star Kelly Preston, who tragically died of cancer in 2020. But insiders tell Woman’s Day that John, 69, is concerned the church – which he once credited for helping him “hit the big time” – is going to try to control Ella’s career and has her pegged for a “high-ranking position” in the organisation. “He’s worried for Ella and…

CHER FEARS FOR HER SON Icon Cher recently said of being a mother, “This is my job – one way or another – to try and help my children.” And after years of watching her son Elijah Blue Allman’s deep-seated struggles with drug addiction and mental health, the singer is now pushing to be the sole conservator to control his finances and estate. Cher, 77, hit headlines last September when it was alleged that in November 2022 she hired men to “kidnap” Elijah, 47, from a New York hotel, with the “greatest and best intentions possible” to get him into rehab and sober. She denied reports she kidnapped her son but acknowledged it was a family matter relating to his addiction issues. But it seems Elijah’s attempts at recovery aren’t…

For so long, Bindi Irwin’s entire life has been centred around her family’s beloved Australia Zoo and carrying on the legacy that her late father built. But after perhaps the most draining, emotional year of her life as she’s battled a debilitating health condition, Woman’s Day hears the young mum, 25, just wants to focus on her family and her wellness – and take some time out from “being an Irwin”. And that includes a move to 27-year-old husband Chandler Powell’s US home state of Florida! “Florida is definitely on the table for Bindi and Chandler – it’s never not been,” an insider reveals. “It’s where his family are and he misses it. He gave up everything to be with Bindi. It’s long overdue that they give [their daughter] Grace…

Lego Masters Australia host Hamish Blake has his sights set on placing the winning bid on his former assistant Eliza Paschke’s home. The Aussie comedian, 42, and his wife, author Zoe Foster Blake, 43, have already been for an inspection and we’re told they’re keen to snap the place up. “They know what a good investment The Block houses are – and even though they’ve been living in Sydney for three years now, Melbourne will always be home for them,” a wellplaced source tells us. “This would be just the perfect place to stay when they visit. Not to mention, it could potentially help their assistant and friend take home the extra $100,000 prize money if they win.”…

When Auckland entrepreneur Rima Yousef decided to leave a steady career in construction to follow her dream of creating sparkly designer party shoes in 2022, it seemed an unlikely move for the mum-of-two. But it came as no surprise to her husband Bowan Anderton, who learnt the extent of his wife’s heel obsession after they moved in together almost a decade ago. Rima had 200 pairs of shoes that needed their own room! “I wake every morning with a fire in my belly,” enthuses the owner of Sole Shoes, who launched her footwear company in 2019. “When I chose to focus on my business full-time, I wanted more freedom for my family and to pursue my passion. Now I have around 160 shoe styles that I designed myself and sell…

From clothes to interiors, the maximalist trend has been sweeping the board. For a fine example of this aesthetic, look no further than the cosy ’60s apartment owned by Wellington teacher-turnedprofessional organiser Carrie Lagerstedt. “My picks were inspired by the maximalist trend and my own love of bold, quirky choices,” says Carrie. She chose green shades for the living space to complement the natural tones in her favourite art pieces, settling on Resene Siam and Resene Scrub to bring a mossy, lichen look throughout. “Resene Siam has been a gentle, calming background for my quirky mid-century pieces and decór style,” she explains. The two greens also carry over to the hallway to make the space seem bigger as the green beckons you through the apartment. Carrie painted the living room…

Q I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015 and the day after my mastectomy, my dad passed away. I wonder if he has any messages for me? Julie MITCHELL SAYS Your beautiful dad is coming through, and he looks healthy and well. He tells me how proud he is of you and your strength – especially after all you’ve been through. Your dad is smiling, saying there will be a new beginning for you over the coming year that will bring a lot of excitement and happiness into your life. Your dad doesn’t want you to worry about not being able to see him before he passed – he knows how much you love and miss him. He hears you talking to him and visits you often. He tells…

Capricorn 23 DEC – 20 JAN Breakthroughs await! Conversations may take a dramatic turn, but a dose of honesty might be just what everyone needs. If recent events have taken a toll, these escapist stars should provide the perfect antidote – catch a concert or spend time around water. STAR TIP If the vibe at home needs calming, try burning some soothing lavender oil. JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS The Veep star turns 63 on 13 January. Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 As Mercury picks up speed, life should gain momentum – and throw in a few surprises. A misunderstanding might be sorted out as new information comes to light, while on the social front, a friend’s off-beat suggestion could get you thinking. Keep an open mind! STAR TIP Money mix-ups might…

Romance was in the air as Tiger Lily Hutchence stopped for a sunset kiss – and some selfies – with British model and aspiring filmmaker Ben Archer in Perth on New Year’s Day. Sources say the couple have been dating since June and are inseparable. “His family adore her and she loves that they’re so normal compared to hers,” tells an insider. “Things are very serious between them. Everyone’s expecting an engagement announcement any day now.” Tiger, 27, who split from Aussie musician Nick Allbrook, 36, last April, made her feelings clear when she declared “I love you” on an affectionate birthday post Ben made for her on Instagram in July. “Ben’s completely swept her off her feet,” says the source. “He’s everything she wants in a man and he…