Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 12, 2024 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Splitting her life between Aotearoa, LA and wherever else her career takes her, actress and presenter Kimberley Crossman is one of the busiest – and nicest – bees in the Kiwi showbiz hive. Add wedding planning to the mix and the former Shortland Street star’s life has become a whirlwind, but when we talked about doing a romantic shoot in Santa Monica with her handsome fiancé Tom Walsh ahead of their impending nuptials, Kim immediately put her hand up to organise a local photographer, hair, makeup and styling. And then, after saving the Woman’s Day team a whole lot of work, she sent us a big, beautiful bunch of flowers to say thank you for giving her so much input into the shoot! I’m starting to think she may be…

Just weeks away fromDI celebrating her milestone 50th birthday, Victoria Beckham is panicking about the guest list for her lavish party – specifically, whether she should invite her Spice Girls bandmate Geri Halliwell-Horner. Ginger, 51, temporarily unfollowed Posh and her hubby David, 48, amid reports Geri’s husband, Formula 1 boss Christian Horner, 50, had behaved inappropriately with a colleague, allegedly because Victoria wasn’t as supportive as she could’ve been. Christian was later cleared of the allegations, but leaked texts now suggest he had a sexual relationship with another woman. If Geri and her husband make a show of togetherness at Posh’s party, it’s sure to make headlines. “There’s a huge dilemma with Geri and Christian,” a Beckham family insider reveals. “Vic knows she should invite them, but she doesn’t want…

After weeks of frenzied speculation about the Princess of Wales’ health and the state of her marriage, fuelled further by the release of a badly photoshopped family potrait, palace insiders say Kate is “frustrated” by the rumours and conspiracy theories swirling as she recovers from abdominal surgery in private. “She understands there’s probably some benefit to confronting this situation headon and telling the public the whole truth to avoid any more lies spreading,” a royal source reports. “There’s so much scrutiny on her marriage and health, but she’s just not willing to go there at the moment.” Security scandal! Fortunately for the beleaguered princess – who has only been fleetingly glimpsed in public since her successful operation in January – Prince William has pledged to follow her lead. “William’s totally…

For someone who says she enjoys being comfortable, Fern Sutherland has somehow found her life split between two confronting worlds – months spent training in Muay Thai boxing in humid, tropical Phuket, before plunging back into the chilly depths of a Kiwi winter to film the annual season of The Brokenwood Mysteries. “Living my life in extremes seems to be something I like doing,” laughs the Taranakiborn actress. “It’s something Ivenoticed I’ve about myself – I like to put myself in really uncomfortable situations and really hate it at the same time.” Fern, 36, says that pain is where personal growth comes from, which she agrees absolutely sounds like the kind of inspirational poster that would be on the side of a Muay Thai gym. “Pain is good for you!…

Easter special Berries & choc hot cross buns A dreamy new take on a delightful tradition MAKES 16 Place juice and zest of 1 orange, plus zest of 1 lemon in a small saucepan. Bring to the boil and simmer for 3-4 mins to reduce by about half. Add 50g dried blueberries and 50g dried strawberries, then set to one side to absorb the flavour and hydrate. Warm 325ml buttermilk for 1 min on high in microwave. Stir in 1 grated green apple and 1 tbsp honey. Place 250g white bread flour, 1 tbsp instant yeast, ¼ tsp baking soda, 1½ tsp five-spice powder, 45g cocoa powder and ¾ tsp salt into the bowl of a stand mixer. Briefly mix with dough hook. Add buttermilk mixture and dried berries in…

Aries 21 MARCH – 20 APRIL Feelings aroused by an injustice might reach a crescendo this week, but think before you speak. Controlling these high-energy stars may be a challenge, but Saturday’s freewheeling vibes should propel you into a more positive, philosophical space. Good times await! STAR TIP Let off steam with an outdoorsy weekend or catch some live entertainment. MARIAH CAREY We hope the songstress has a divalicious birthday on 27 March – she turns 55! Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 Ready to face the music? These volatile patterns could force an underlying issue into the open, but that might be just what you need. Easter’s warm and fuzzy stars should prove cathartic as deeper feelings are revealed – not just by you, but by your family and…

WHAT A WAIST! OPRAH WINFREY Her designer pants may be smaller these days, but the zipper just gets bigger! The talk-show queen showed off her incredible weight loss in LA, where she was appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live. WEDDING BELLE POLLY “PJ” HARDING The Hits radio host married her longtime love Brendan Campbell in a “magic” ceremony at their home in Wairarapa. “Best day ever shared with all our favourite people,” she posted. DROP IT LIKE IT’S HOT EMINEM, 50 CENT, DR DRE & SNOOP DOGG Hip-hop legend Dre was feeling the love from his fellow rap icons at his Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony. “I wanna thank me for showing up on time at the Super Bowl,” he joked. Back to reality ANDREA THOMPSON The Married At First Sight…

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Headed to court! Brad Pitt could be about to take the stand in the nastiest celebrity court case in history. The actor, 60, and his ex-wife Angelina Jolie, 48, are still battling it out over their French estate and vineyard, Château Miraval, in what has been dubbed the “War of the Rosé”. Last week, the Los Angeles Superior Court ruled the case could go to trial, in turn exposing details of their marriage and custody agreement. “Brad’s willing to go and testify on a stand if it went to trial,” a source says. The Bullet Train star is suing his ex for breach of contract after she sold her share of the estate to Russian oligarch Yuri Shefler for $106 million, allegedly without the actor’s agreement. The actor has spent…

Before Meghan Long before Prince Harry married the Duchess of Sussex, he and Kate had a firm sibling-like friendship. However, when the Sussexes fled London for the US in 2020, that bond was put on ice, with reports indicating he and his sister-in-law now barely make contact. Fast-forward four years and sources confirm to Woman’s Day that the past few months of chaos engulfing The Firm have prompted Harry, 39, to seriously contemplate a move home to be close to his ailing father, 75, and to offer support to Kate. “The truth is, Harry is at breaking point worrying about Kate and he can’t bear that she’s going through such a horrific time,” a close friend tells. “He does carry an enormous amount of guilt over his treatment of Kate…

Despite Timothy finally letting his walls come down in recent weeks, a trip to his home town sees them shoot straight back up – and his bride Lucinda Light’s patience is wearing thin. “I was disappointed that in Melbourne he went back to not wanting to express his feelings and emotions,” confesses Lucinda, 43. “It became really obvious just how differently we communicate – I was defeated.” When visiting 51-year-old businessman Timothy’s “bachelor pad”, Byron Bay marriage celebrant Lucinda reveals she felt “uncomfortable” and “unwelcome”. She plans a picnic to share how she’s feeling, which blows up when Timothy can’t handle the criticism. “I was holding to my standards,” explains Lucinda. “I wasn’t happy about being screwed around. It’s a fine line of making space for Tim’s experience, having a crush…

He’s a famous face from movies and TV, but when Westside and The Panthers actor Jordan Mooney first asked out his partner, writer and director Liv McClymont, two years ago, he was inadvertently friend-zoned. After following each other on Instagram, the pair chatted back and forth, before Jordan suggested they meet in person, but Liv didn’t get the hint. “She wasn’t quite picking up what I was putting down, so I had to be a little more explicit and say, ‘You know I’m really asking you out on a date here?’” laughs Jordan, 33, who also stars in the just-dropped drama series Dark City: The Cleaner. Warning her it would be an early and short date because of his hectic filming schedule, Jordan met Liv, 30, at an Auckland wine…

SAVE MY SAVINGS! Dear Jay-Jay, When my five children were growing up, my wife was a stay-at-home mother and I was the income earner. Now the brood has all flown the coop, my wife has a job that pays much more than I get. While she does contribute equally to the weekly household expenses, I have to pay for all big-ticket outlays, like trips, new vehicles and home renovations. Is this fair? AF, Southland Hi AF, I don’t mean to assume, but you’re not one of those people who is intimidated by a woman who earns more than you, are you? Because your wife deserves it. Years and years of bringing up your children without her own income, and now she can finally reap the rewards! I hope you’re happy…

Q The night before my husband passed, he tried to tell me something, but I couldn’t understand. I often think about what he was trying to say. I miss him dearly and it hurts not knowing his last words. Sharon MITCHELL SAYS Your lovely husband is coming through holding a red rose for you. He tells me he loves and cares about you more than anything. I can hear his voice as I tune in to your question. He tells me the last words he was trying to say were, “Please don’t worry. I will always be with you. Love you always.” Your husband smiles, telling me he often holds your hand when you sit and talk to the photo you have displayed of him. Pay attention to any flowers…

Horsin’ around Yeehaw! Now riding high in the country charts, Beyoncé saddled up for a photoshoot to promote her new album Cowboy Carter. Danielle does Disney There’s one sure-fire way to win over your kids’ hearts – take them to Disneyland! The Color Purple star Danielle Brooks and her daughter Freeya, four, even got to meet Goofy! Time flies! Proud mum Dame Valerie Adams took her son Kepaleli on his first school visit in Auckland. He’ll be joining big sister Kimoana next term. Masked mummy Pregnant MAFS Australia star Jules Robinson proved she’s a real mama bear to son Ollie, three, at the Sydney premiere of Kung Fu Panda 4. Couple goals! Having a ball It was date night for a smitten-looking Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez as the Los…

Planning a wedding can be stressful and even more so when the bride and groom often find themselves on different continents, but with only weeks to go until they exchange their vows, beloved Kiwi TV star Kimberley Crossman and her cameraman fiancé Tom Walsh seem anything but stressed. They’ve loved working together to create a day that is deeply meaningful for both of them. From the location on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, to the rings they will wear, every detail of their wedding has a story behind it. “We took a road trip round the South Island when we were deciding on a venue,” explains Kim, 33. “The place we’ve chosen is a lovely low-key spot, where we’ll be surrounded by nature. It’s actually where we had our first-ever…

SPOILER ALERT! He came, he saw, he… loved? Married At First Sight’s Richard Sauerman has officially left the experiment after he and his on-screen wife Andrea Thompson decided to pull the plug on their tumultuous marriage. And now that he’s back out in the wild, the unfiltered 62-yearold motivational speaker from Sydney reveals the real reason behind their shock split. “I can’t speak for Andie, but I tried,” Richard tells Woman’s Day. “There was a deeper disconnect between us, which I’m still working out. MAFS is not for the fainthearted. I knew it would be tough. I wanted the challenge and I’m still navigating it.” Richard reveals that while he and Sunshine Coast photographer Andrea, 51, still “speak and text a bit”, he’s not back out on the dating scene…

1 TABLE ENVY Do you have an entranceway that needs a refresh and some much-needed love? Or an old piece of furniture lying around at home that is too boring or ugly to put anywhere? Why not fix both problems at once by following our easy step-by-step guide to renovating your furniture with a new lick of Resene paint. Give an old, existing piece of furniture a makeover or scour the op shops for a table that would fit nicely at your front door. If the old paint is sound and waterbased, you can apply your topcoats direct on top. If not, seal the entire table with two coats of Resene Smooth Surface Sealer, taking care not to leave any drips and leave to dry thoroughly. Paint your table with…

It takes immense bravery to leave the confines of an insular, tightly knit community like Gloriavale. Especially when it’s the only life you’ve ever known and you’ve been told since birth that the community is your sanctuary from an outside world that is inherently evil and dangerous. Rosanna, known as Rosie, and Elijah Overcomer are second-generation Gloriavale members who, 11 years ago, found the courage to leave the reclusive religious sect. Along with other former and current Gloriavale members, they’re sharing their compelling story in TVNZ’s documentary series Escaping Utopia, which offers a glimpse into the inner workings of the community, and reveals shocking new information about the allegations of abuse, control and exploitation that have plagued it for years. At one stage, Rosie, 37, and Elijah, 34, were…

Picture this: It’s 2pm and you’re struggling to stay alert and focused. Your energy has been declining since lunchtime, your head feels foggy and your eyes feel heavy. You reach for a sugary treat, chocolate or a coffee in the hope it will give you a muchneeded boost. Afterwards, you soldier through the afternoon, slumped in your chair. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Most of us struggle with energy and focus in the afternoon, as our bodies hit a slump after lunch as part of our natural circadian rhythm. Pair this with a heavy meal at lunchtime or poor sleep and nutrition, and you’ve got a recipe for fatigue that can be hard to fight. Lizzie Williamson, author of The Active Workday Advantage is on a mission to…

Moving house or big renovations are great for injecting new style into your home life, but for most of us, that’s not an option. The good news is, often a few minor changes are enough to make a space look fresh and on-trend. It’s all about knowing your interior style and working with it to enhance a home. We asked our editors what they’re updating in their own abodes to ensure they’re magazine-worthy. SEBASTIAN VAN DER ZWAN Woman’s Day Editor “My home is a small, imperfectly formed but delightfully quirky townhouse that showcases my passion for travel and nature. I’m a big wildlife lover, so animal print is essential – I’m famously fond of zebras. With just one bedroom, space is at a premium, so I try to keep my…

Moving past the grief AMANDA SAYS Teddy tells me that he has passed. He’s very loving and sweet, and shows me he was about 10 and a street dog when he first met Jeannie and his puppy pal Rusty. Teddy and Rusty really miss each other as the two bonded when Rusty and Jeannie used to go for a daily walk. Teddy was too quick to be captured – he would follow Rusty and Jeannie home but not go in. Then one day he just walked in and stayed as Rusty encouraged him to. Teddy loved his human family, especially his dad, and thanks Jeannie for the medication that helped him for a long time. He brings through two other dogs that have passed. Teddy knew Sydney but not Bobby,…

Kourtney Kardashian’s troubled ex Scott Disick was spotted looking shockingly gaunt while leaving West Hollywood restaurant Catch LA. The reality star, 40, who shares three children with Kourtney, 44, has a history of addiction issues and fans feared his dramatic weight loss could be a result of substance abuse. However, it’s since been claimed Scott has actually been using weightloss wonder drug Ozempic in a desperate attempt to get rid of his “dad bod”. “Scott started taking Ozempic because he had serious issues with his weight gain,” says a source. “This time last year, he saw himself as fat. “He isn’t doing hardcore drugs. Kourtney would never allow Scott to spend so much time with their kids if he was in the throes of an addiction.” Scott’s body-image battle began…