Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 29, 2024 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

I had mixed emotions when I heard that, from 2025, Shortland Street will be airing only three days a week. I mean, it’s a Kiwi institution that’s been running for an incredible 32 years, having pumped out must-see drama and trained up some of our best homegrown talent for almost as long as I can remember. The news was a blow to many fans, but at least it’s not going the way of Newshub, as some had feared. And as actress Ngahuia Piripi says in our cover story, with changes comes the opportunity to refresh: “The new schedule will give us the chance to make the episodes even better.” I can’t wait to see how Shorty switches up its game, but in the meantime, we’re thrilled to be introducing…

Retail therapy was on the menu for Jennifer Lopez and her stepdaughter Violet Affleck as they browsed the Chanel store in the Hamptons. The shopping trip comes amid reports Violet, 18, is desperate to help her stepmum, 54, and dad Ben, 51, patch up their failing marriage. “Violet’s an incredibly sensitive soul who is finding her voice right now – she dreams of being a peacemaker for the UN one day,” says a source close to the family. “It’s true she wants her father’s marriage to work and she’s doing all she can to bring them back together. She has an idealistic view of the world, but she and her dad both love Jen.”…

"My greatest memory is yet to come,” Shannen Doherty defiantly declared amid her harrowing nine-year battle with cancer. The actress – who made her mark as a Hollywood bad girl in Heathers and Beverly Hills, 90210 – was hopeful about her future until the end, signing up to appear on a Charmed podcast just days before she passed away at the age of 53. Even after her breast cancer returned, eventually becoming terminal, spreading to her brain and bones, Shannen remained optimistic about what lay ahead, starting her own podcast, Let’s Be Clear, last December. “I’m not done with living,” she bravely announced. “I’m not done with loving. I’m not done with creating. I’m not done with hopefully changing things for the better. I’m just not done.” Sadly for the…

1948 – 2024 He became world famous for revolutionising weight loss, but with his big hair, tiny shorts and sequinned tank tops, Richard Simmons was also famous for his wacky lifestyle. The iconic fitness guru was loved by millions, before he suddenly disappeared from public life a decade ago without explanation, leading to wild speculation he was being held hostage in his own home! After his sad death on 13 July at age 76, we take a look at the special moments in the life of the wonderfully weird wellness hero... ‘I’M GRATEFUL THAT I’M HERE!’ Just two days before he was found dead of apparent natural causes at the Beverly Hills mansion he shared with his three dalmatians and two maids, Richard declared that he felt grateful to be…

“It’s not over – not for my part at least,” Gert van der Graaf, Abba singer Agnetha Fältskog’s boyfriend-turnedstalker, declared in the 2023 documentary Take A Chance. And in what’s bound to be chilling news for the 74-year-old star, the Dutch warehouse worker has now been spotted back in Sweden – after he was convicted of harassing her, served with multiple restraining orders and deported back to the Netherlands in 2000. “Agnetha must be scared,” commented one fan. “She must be terrified.” According to reports, 58-year-old Gert was recently seen holidaying in the city of Nyköping and is considering relocating permanently to Sweden when he retires. “It feels like I’ve come home,” he says. “I want Agnetha to live her life and feel free. I want to move on with…

She might be a picture of good health now, but Alice Wright has spent much of the past 20 years suffering from violent abdominal pain and diarrhoea. “My symptoms started after I finished university,” says the 44-year-old Wellingtonian, who was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) two decades ago. “The stress of starting work, coupled with not eating the right food, were major triggers.” IBS is a disorder that affects the stomach and intestines. Symptoms can include cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhoea and/or constipation. “IBS is different for everyone, but mine presented as severe diarrhoea, which came on quickly,” recalls Alice. “It got to the stage where I would eat something and immediately need to go to the toilet. If I went out in public, I had to make…

MOZZARELLA MUSHROOM BURGER SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 15 MINS • 8 portobello mushrooms • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar • 1 tbsp olive oil • 4 large brioche buns, split • ¼ cup aioli • 40g mixed salad leaves • 1 large tomato, sliced • 125g fresh mozzarella ball, cut into 4 slices • 1⁄3 cup basil pesto • shoestring fries, tomato sauce, to serve 1 Place mushrooms, vinegar and oil in a medium bowl, then season. Toss to coat. 2 Preheat a 7-litre air fryer to 180°C for 3 mins. 3 Taking care, place the mushrooms in air-fryer basket. At 180°C, cook for 12 mins, turning halfway through cooking time, until tender. 4 Spread bun bases with aioli, then top with salad leaves, tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms and pesto.…

Q I lost my husband after nursing him at home with cancer. I miss him dearly. I’ve struggled health-wise and am distressed. Should I get a dog to keep me company? Wendy MITCHELL SAYS Your lovely husband is coming through with so much love for you. He’s holding a single red rose and tells me it’s for you because you are his soulmate. He is saying thank you for all the love, comfort and care you gave him – especially toward the end. He does not want you to worry about your health. He’s watching over you, sending comfort and healing energy. Your husband says he will send a little dog – possibly a miniature or toy poodle into your life. It will bring you a lot of joy and…

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As Dr Esther Samuels on Shortland Street, Ngahuia Piripi has dealt with more than her fair share of emotional storylines throughout her nine years on the soap – and the drama isn’t going away any time soon, with the hospital boss currently juggling heart problems, burnout and family issues. Similarly, life outside of Ferndale isn’t exactly peaceful for the stunning actress, 34, who is always striving to strike the perfect balance between her busy career and her home life with her longtime partner and former Shorty co-star Teone Kahu. ‘We support each other and push each other’ Their worlds revolve around their beautiful blended whānau, including their son Niau, almost three, and daughter Aewa, 18 months, as well as Ngahuia’s 15-year-old girl Owairea, 15, and Teone’s daughter Neila, 12. “My…

When Sky Sport commentator Honey Hireme-Smiler is in front of the cameras during a live match, rugged up in a corporate coat and with a microphone in hand, fans see the former Black Fern and Kiwi Ferns captain in full presenter mode. But as soon as the Hamilton sporting sensation arrives home to her wife Rochelle, the 43-year-old throws on a comfy pair of trackies to tackle her busy life away from broadcasting, including doing nana duties for their adorable granddaughter Kelaiah, nearly two, and a second job as a kaiāwhina or cultural support at Hospice Waikato. On top of that, the award-winning former rugby, league and sevens star – often dubbed “Honey Bill Williams” due to her multi-sport career – also juggles regular hospital visits because Rochelle is fighting…

Champion speed climber Sarah Tetzlaff likens the lead-up to the Olympics to watching a big wave coming closer and closer. “I can feel what’s coming on the horizon,” says the Mount Maunganui athlete, who was the first Kiwi woman to be announced on our Olympic team back in March. “Whatever happens, it’s going to be very emotional, overwhelming and exciting in many ways. Being a competitive person, it feels like such a privilege to be preparing for that sporting stage – the biggest in the world – and I’m going to give it a really good crack.” The 24-year-old, 1.73m-tall athlete has been doing a good job of cracking it. She’s won the New Zealand national title for speed climbing multiple times and has broken Kiwi records (15, in fact)…

Andy Allen, 36 What’s your favourite fast food? I’ve been known to enjoy a takeaway tub of ice cream on the couch post-work while watching footy! Favourite place to dine out? Capitano in Melbourne is my go-to comfort restaurant. The pizzas and the general vibe of the place just keep me coming back. What’s the worst meal you’ve ever made? In Spain, while making my TV show Eat The World, Ben Milbourne and I prepared and shallow-fried some sliced lambs’ testicles under the watchful eye of the owners of the bed and breakfast we were staying. They wanted the slithers to be the opposite of well-done – needless to say, the eating texture was not desirable! Poh Ling Yeow, 50 What’s your favourite fast food? I honestly never get takeaway!…

Dancing down the hallway of her Melbourne home to Mariah Carey’s Fantasy, tennis legend Jelena Dokic can’t wipe the smile off her face as she embraces “starting her day with positivity” while doing a silly morning boogie! It’s just one of the many lifestyle changes Jelena has embraced recently. After years of struggling with her mental health, the tennis pro-turnedcommentator has worked hard to shift her internal narrative from “victim to survivor to thriver” and “let go of hate and approach life with kindness, compassion and gratitude”. Seven years after releasing her first book Unbreakable – which detailed the emotional and physical abuse she suffered throughout her tennis career at the hands of her father – Jelena says she’s still feeling the effects of writing it as it unleashed a…

It’s the kind of tragedy that could break someone. But when Sequoia Schmidt’s father and brother were killed in an avalanche while attempting to become the first father-son duo to climb K2, the second highest mountain in the world, their deaths spurred Sequoia into becoming an adventurer. That has included travelling to Pakistan to attempt to retrieve the remains of her loved ones, a solo cycle ride across New Zealand and, for the past eight years, base-jumping, the high-risk sport of jumping off bridges, mountains and buildings. The plucky 33-year-old, who was born in Napier to American parents but has been based in the US since she was a teenager, also started a publishing company when she was still in high school and successfully nursed her husband, professional base-jumper John…

Bailey’s back with his grandparents AMANDA SAYS Bailey shows me that he passed about two years ago at the age of 10 and says the vet missed a great big tumour. Bailey came in as a puppy and loved Helen, his human dad and two human sisters. He brings through Harvey the labrador – the two lived together and were great mates, despite being very different personalities. They talk about fishing and show me that they lived most of their lives beside the ocean. Helen’s mum and dad also come through. Bailey knew them both and loved them as they often visited. Other dogs come through including two German shepherds – Siska and Gem – and an Irish setter called Shamus. Bailey says his human dad couldn’t cope with his…

Q+A How did you come to be involved in My Lady Jane? Anna: I was sent the script and had my 16-year-old neighbour film me do the scenes. I sent these in and got the part. Emily: I said to my agent, “I’ll beg and plead – I’ll do anything to get this part.” The character was described as Elizabeth Bennet meets Blondie and I just was sold. Tell us about your characters. Emily: I play Lady Jane Grey, who is based on the real person and her tragic story. She’s a force to be reckoned with. She is incredibly intelligent and strong-willed, and she has this fiery determination to take control of her own destiny. She is a young woman finding her power and her voice in a world…

HE’S NO MUG! PRINCE WILLIAM There’s nothing worse than someone pinching your fave mug! Aware of the dangers of shared kitchens, the RAF gave Wills this personalised cup to ensure he doesn’t lose it! THREE UGGS FULL! EMMA THOMPSON What’s a bit of fleece between friends? Emma seems to have pinched some wool for her Ugg boots from her Three Bags Full co-stars (the sheep, not Hugh Jackman!) to warm her feet between takes. Who’s sari now? KIM & KHLOÉ KARDASHIAN The reality TV stars took Mumbai by storm, wearing dazzling outfits to the star-studded wedding of billionaire heir Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. Kim did catch some heat for wearing red, though, as it’s usually reserved for the bride. Having a tasty time SETH ROGAN The actor and comedian…

I’ve left the washing on the line! Wet & wild! KING CHARLES & QUEEN CAMILLA It’s a good thing Charles and Camilla packed their brollies because it really did rain on their parade in Jersey! And the wind got the better of Charles’ hair too, but Camilla stayed dry with some quality cover. SLEEP WALKING Jared Leto Does Jared have a vendetta against swimwear? The Suicide Squad star was spotted along the beaches of St Tropez in his finest pair of PJs. LOTS OF BAGGAGE! ALESSANDRA RAMPOLLA It’s good to see MAFS’ “sexpert” Alessandra has taken the term emotional baggage seriously! She was spotted wheeling more than a few bags through Sydney Airport – lots to unpack there then! BABY LOVE MARGOT ROBBIE Five days after announcing that she and…

Royally happy Denmark’s Queen Mary and King Frederik received a warm welcome from the public as they made their way to their summer residence at Gråsten Palace. The pop prince and the legend Fans were in for a musical treat when Harry Styles joined Stevie Nicks for a duet to honour her late Fleetwood Mac bandmate Christine McVie in London’s Hyde Park. Stylish in the city Old pals Kristin Davis and Sarah Jessica Parker were as fashionable as ever while filming And Just Like That around New York. Catching on Matchy-matchy Katy Perry and her daughter Daisy Dove, three, stumbled upon some fun bubbles in the Saint-Tropez sun while on holiday with Orlando Bloom. Game face on! Having ruled the dragons in Game Of Thrones, Emilia Clarke looked ready to…

It’s been almost a year since she lost her beloved partner Bryan Randall, but a very nervous Sandra Bullock is ready to dip her toes back in the dating pool. “Sandra will never get over Bryan, but she does miss having a man by her side,” says a pal. “She’s been discreetly seeing a couple of gentlemen she met through Jennifer Aniston – nothing serious, but she’s starting to enjoy herself again after a year of deep grieving.” Friends say the actress, who turns 60 this week, is desperate to keep her new dating life top secret. “If she’s spotted on a date and she’s linked to someone she’s just getting to know, it will ruin it,” adds her friend. “It’s the same approach she had when she first met…

WOMAN’S DAY & FRESH START PROMOTION When Kiwi mum Lynda decided it was time to embrace a healthier lifestyle, she was overweight, unfit and in constant pain from an inflammatory disorder. She signed up with Fresh Start by My Food Bag 18 months ago and within six months, she’d shed 28kg. “I was really surprised and obviously delighted that I started to lose weight straight away,” she says. “After a few weeks, I found I had more energy, especially to run around after my two small grandsons.” Fresh Start offers Kiwis the opportunity to embark on a journey of health and wellbeing, without the hassle of meal planning and calorie-counting. The locally sourced and nutritionist-approved meal kits include all the necessary ingredients, plus comprehensive, easy-to-follow recipes. ‘I’d gone from a…

Skillet-fried gnocchi with mushrooms A wholesome dish that can be whipped up in a flash SERVES 4 Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add a thin layer of olive oil to the pan, then add 2 large sliced shallots and cook for 4 mins, moving them around in the pan. Add a little more oil, then add 450g sliced mushrooms and cook for 3-4 mins or until golden and soft. Add 3 finely sliced garlic cloves and 8 sage sprigs, then cook for another 1 min. Add a squeeze of lemon juice, then transfer mushrooms to a plate and set aside. Heat another good splash of olive oil in the skillet over medium to high heat. Add 450g fresh gnocchi and cook, tossing frequently, for 3 to 4…

Leo 24 JUL – 23 AUG Life’s sweetest offerings – and perhaps even a new love – are heading your way. You may need to watch your spending as a trade-off, though! Entertainment expenses could add up quickly, but hey, it’s birthday season and you deserve a few treats. Hip-hip hooray! STAR TIP If you’re looking for work, chase up some old colleagues or start networking. ROSE BYRNE The Aussie Bridesmaids star celebrates her 45th birthday on 24 July. Virgo AUG 24 – SEP 23 Ready to open up? With a special honesty flooding the sky, conversations may be intense, but someone’s offer of support might mean the world. If you’ve been feeling below par, steps taken through August might add a spring to your step. Start making plans! STAR…

MY BEST BINGE WATCH In a world full of scripted reality shows, American Survivor is still 100% the real deal. The show has enjoyed a 24-year/46-season run and the fan base just keeps on growing. From the unforgettable contestants, the twists, the challenges to Jeff Probst – there’s a stupid amount of things to love about the show. But be warned, not all seasons are created equal. My personal favourite is season 40. MY COMFORT FOOD I could shout out 50 places here because I really believe Auckland has a world-class food scene, but I’ll just do my top five, in no particular order. Baby G Burger in Avondale, it’s not up for debate, they are the best burger place. Ponsonby Food Court is always a good place for a…