Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 36, 2024 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

When the King’s public relations team quashed reports he’d secretly snapped up a $10.6 million apartment in Manhattan’s Billionaires’ Row in July, the story quickly disappeared. But last week, murmurings of the hush-hush hideaway resurfaced, begging the question: Why is Charles going to such trouble to keep the purchase a secret? ‘It gives him a base away from Meghan and her minions’ It’s not unusual for the British royal family to own property in other countries – the homes are often used as official residences for Commonwealth consulates and this could be the reason for the King’s purchase. Indeed, at the time of her death in 2022, it was reported the late Queen Elizabeth II had amassed an impressive real estate portfolio in New York City, with 24 residences across…

For the past 11 years, Black Ferns co-captain Kennedy Simon and Super Rugby star Solomone Tukuafu have been virtually inseparable as a couple. Drawn together by their passion for sport, the high-school sweethearts were engaged for three years, but their marriage plan was perpetually on hold. Until it took them just five days to arrange a top-secret wedding! The power couple were married on the edge of the tranquil Lake Karāpiro, in an intimate ceremony in front of just two guests – who’d only found out earlier that morning. Rugby World Cup winner Kennedy wore an elegant ivory gown she’d found just days before tying the knot. Within the wedding bouquet she’d put together was the dried corsage that former Highlanders and Chiefs prop Solly had given her to…

It doesn’t get more showbiz than giving Kate Moss an ice bath, hitting red carpets and filming a sustainable travel skit with Prince Harry. But as she rocks Kiwi designers in the coastal haven of Muriwai, raves about Vogel’s bread and points out a view of Auckland landmark Mt Eden from her new apartment, it’s clear that after 13 years in Los Angeles, Fleur Saville couldn’t be happier to be home. “I thought I’d miss the hustle and bustle, but I’m just so happy for fresh air,” the former Shortland Street star tells Woman’s Day. “And New Zealand feels new because I’ve been gone 13 years. It’s become really sophisticated, so it’s like the new New Zealand. Coming home feels like a beautiful, warm hug!” After becoming a household name…

The sawdust has barely settled on the epic 20th season of The Block Australia, but one pair of contestants has already had enough, quitting the show after just five weeks of filming on Melbourne’s Phillip Island! A show insider tells Woman’s Day that “a couple has left on their own accord”, with speculation rife that it’s Perth’s blue team, Jesse Maguire and his fiancée Paige Beechey, who pulled the plug for “personal reasons”. It’s thought they’ll be replaced by Sydney sisters Maddy and Charlotte, who have been filmed wearing pink and finishing off House 1, which was abandoned by Jesse and Paige. “Good Lord, that was quick,” one fan has posted, while another added that the show’s producers “always have teams on standby”. Indeed, Joel Patfull and Elle Ferguson were…

In a split second on a motocross track, Casey Brady’s life changed forever. But what followed is a story of true Kiwi grit – overcoming the odds, finding new purpose, creating a supportive community and, most important of all, becoming a mum. It was during a practice run before a motocross event in June 2017 that Casey’s world turned upside down. The active Te Puke farm girl and preschool teacher took a jump too slow, flew over the handlebars, landed on her head and broke her back. The resulting spinal cord injury left her paralysed from the chest down, with the prospect of spending her life in a wheelchair. It was not the future Casey, 31, had anticipated and from the get-go, she has refused to let her injury define…

GO ‘BRONDE’ As we head out of the cooler months, darker blonde shades are trending. The great news is this sweet spot between light and dark, dubbed “bronde”, suits just about everyone! Transition to richer, warmer brown tones, such as caramel, honey or chestnut, to add warmth and dimension to hair. Keep your colour looking fresh by investing in good-quality, anti-fade formulas. MAKING WAVE Soft waves are still a popular choice. Although it looks great with any hair length, this style works particularly well with shorter ’dos. Opt for a shoulder-length cut and ask your stylist for subtle layers to add movement and texture. This clever cut, combined with a volumising shampoo and conditioner, will enhance the softness of the style. Keep waves loose by using a wide-toothed comb. SHORT…

CUT OUT & SAVE! YOUR FREE CHICKEN DINNER RECIPE BOOKLET There’s no denying Kiwis love chicken. That’s because chicken is one of the most versatile and affordable proteins around, perfect for countless cuisines and a huge variety of dishes that easily transform into quick, cost-effective and crowd-pleasing family favourites. Whether you’re whipping up a busy weeknight dinner or experimenting with new flavours, chicken is the best base to any meal, taking on the essence of the spices, sauces and sides that accompany it. From whole roasted chicken to burgers, curries, salads, stir-fries, barbecues and more, there’s no shortage of ways to make this humble ingredient the star of your table. So if you’re looking to feed your family without breaking the bank, try whipping up one of these delicious chicken…

1 When I was 13 years old, I was selected to train under some Parramatta Eels NRL greats, including Peter Sterling and Brett Kenny. Obviously, my career took a much different direction! 2 I’m a purple belt in jiu- jitsu. After many years of training in various martial arts such as karate, kung fu, boxing and Krav Maga, I took up jiu-jitsu several years ago. 3 My great-grandmother Henrietta Godinet worked alongside Hollywood legends Gary Cooper in Return to Paradise and Denholm Elliott in Pacific Destiny. Both films were shot in beautiful Samoa. 4 I’ve only ever broken one bone and it was thanks to my best mate in high school, Stu Dopper, during a scrum in a game of rugby league. We ended up colliding heads. I now have…

Babymoon Pregnancy isn’t stopping Margot Robbie! The actress and her hubby Tom Ackerley scaled down a hillside to swim and jetski while holidaying in Palmarola, Italy. Blooming gorgeous On holiday in Ireland, Bond babe Jane Seymour took time out to smell the hydrangeas, a flower she finds “deeply comforting”. Power dressing Pictured here with designer Diane von Furstenberg, talk-show legend Oprah Winfrey praised Dame Jacinda Ardern’s “courage in her convictions” at the Women in the World summit in NYC.…

He’s often seen as one of the nicest guys in music, but Ed Sheeran’s cousin has exposed their secret feud, claiming the singer has even made legal threats against him! Jethro Sheeran, who goes by the rapper name Alonestar, recorded the song Raise Em Up with his cousin back in 2010, before Ed hit the big time, and Jethro has since recorded 21 versions of it for Spotify. But now the lesser-known Sheeran – whose father is the brother of Ed’s dad John – has slammed the Shape Of You singer, 33, for demanding that Ed’s image and name be removed from the artwork. “I was super-disappointed in him,” says Jethro, 42. “Even my lawyers were shocked how he could do this to family. “But it’s OK. I’m doing great,…

As she celebrates the most exhilarating month of her golfing career – having won an Olympic gold medal, entering the LPGA Hall of Fame and taking home the British Open trophy – Lydia Ko credits her mixed Kiwi-South Korean heritage for helping her conquer the sport. And it was while honeymooning in Aotearoa with her husband Jun Chung that the 27-year-old athlete, who was born in Seoul but raised on Auckland’s North Shore, was reminded how much her roots are the key to her success. “I was lucky to spend part of my honeymoon back home, and after my husband met people I know and went to my hometown, he said he now realises why I am the way I am!” grins Lydia, speaking to Woman’s Day from California. “New…

Former deputy prime minister Carmel Sepuloni is her usual gentle self as she chats to Woman’s Day ahead of filming Celebrity Treasure Island. Cool, calm and collected, her main aim is to be as genuine as possible. “In politics and also just generally, I’ve always thought it’s important to be your authentic self and not try to be anyone other than who you are,” shares the Waitara-born politician, 46. “In this game, that’s important to me too.” Looking back on when she was first elected to Parliament in 2008, becoming New Zealand’s first MP of Tongan descent, Carmel says she had to learn that lesson the hard way. “I was quite a young MP and it all happened so quickly, so it took me a while to actually work out…

Not many New Zealanders could say they have an Emmy Award displayed on the bookcase in their lounge, but then Shoshana McCallum isn’t your average Kiwi. “I’m a workaholic!” the actor and writer declares. In 2021, housebound by COVID, Shoshana banded together with two good mates to make Inside, a TV series inspired by the lockdown. Starring Friends Like Her actress Morgana O’Reilly and comedian Josh Thomson, it would go on to kickstart the production company Luminous Beast, which Shoshana set up with fellow writers and actors Dan Musgrove and Peter Salmon. Inside was subsequently nominated for an International Emmy. “It was just the weirdest moment,” Shoshana marvels. “We really didn’t believe it!” Because of lockdown restrictions, they couldn’t fly to the States to be there for the ceremony, so…

SICK OF IT! Hi Jay-Jay, I’m not sure if this is your forte, but I need advice about my work. I own a small business and I’m having so many problems with my staff. I haven’t had a full week where one of them hasn’t showed up late, called in sick (when I know they’re not!) or just been generally unreliable. In the interviews and the first few weeks of their jobs, they’re usually fantastic, but it doesn’t take long for them to get lazy, demanding and even resentful that they have to work at all. It’s really hard to find staff too because even though there are many people looking for work out there, in my experience, the ones who apply with me want to earn more money and…

FLORAL CROWN Be inspired by new-season blooms and create a flowerfilled headdress to wear or display. Start by covering a craft ring with green florist’s tape, then build up a layer of foliage by attaching leaf cuttings to the crown using florist’s wire – mix different leaf varieties for an attractive, textural look. Work from one side of the crown into the centre, facing the foliage towards the centre and keeping the stems to the back, tucking in and layering up each cutting as you go. Repeat to cover the other side of the crown. Use the same technique to work in single floral stems. Select different flowers such as spray roses and ranunculus, both of which are good at holding their shape out of water. Keep the crown in…

Q My 21-year-old son is lonely and seems to have no life purpose. Do you see him being happy and finding a life partner? Sad mum MITCHELL SAYS I’m picking up that your son is a sensitive soul with a big heart. Towards the end of this year, I feel a wonderful work opportunity will open up in his life. It will be in an area he has been wanting to focus his efforts and this will really give him a renewed sense of purpose. I keep hearing an older lady on your mother’s side telling you, “Don’t worry. He will be OK and find his way with a special partner to share his life with.” I can see your son meeting a beautiful companion who is genuine and loving.…

Is it over now?! Taylor Swift’s loyal fans have been cheering on her romance with NFL star Travis Kelce and praying that the singer will finally get her fairytale ending. But last week, their future was thrown into question when a so-called “break-up contract” – allegedly from Travis’ PR agency – started doing the rounds online! The fabricated document, which was quickly declared to be a hoax, was titled “Comprehensive Media Plan for Travis Kelce’s Public Relations Following Breakup with Taylor Swift”, with LA-based agency Full Scope’s letterhead. The date for the alleged split announcement was given as 28 September, to “allow the initial media frenzy to settle and ensure clarity”. Since they began dating last year, the pop princess and the Kansas City Chiefs player, both 34, have been…

For a while, their decades-long friendship fell by the wayside, but now Brad Pitt and George Clooney are back with a new film – and boy, are they having fun promoting it! “We’ve been friends for a long time,” George, 63, told GQ magazine during their recent shoot at Brad’s French château. “It’s fun because we also check in on each other every once in a while, which is an important part of this.” The night before the big premiere of their movie Wolfs at the Venice International Film Festival – where Brad and his girlfriend Ines de Ramon made their red-carpet debut – George and his lawyer wife Amal, 46, took their friends via water taxi to their favourite eatery, Ristorante Da Ivo. Having hired out the place for…

“Turning despair into courage is my new motto,” declares Aidee Walker. And as the actress and director readies herself for weeks of physical and mental challenges, as well as a lack of food and creature comforts, her new mantra should serve her well on Celebrity Treasure Island. Yet the challenges the star – who found fame as feisty Draska Dosolic on Outrageous Fortune – will face in CTI should be a breeze compared to those she, her fiancé Taylor Wikohika and their five-year-old daughter Te Awaroa have faced in the past few years. “We lost our house in the August 2021 floods and we’re still not back in,” sighs Aidee, 43. “We’ve moved eight times as a family. We’ve tried to take it in our stride and just get on…

There were certainly a few bumps along their path to happily-everafter, but Farmer Wants A Wife couple Andrew Coleman and Claire Saunders have never been more joyous. After meeting the hopeful women vying for his heart, rural bachelor Andrew knew from the get-go that Claire was the only one for him – and thankfully, the Tasmanian mine-truck driver shared his feelings. Now the giddy pair are thrilled to finally share their loved-up life together in their first photoshoot as a couple on Andrew’s farm in remote Narromine, New South Wales, four hours north of Canberra. “We have a nice, positive thing going here and it’s good to finally get to show the world our happiness,” Claire, 37, tells Woman’s Day. Although she admits that, on the night that Andrew chose…

Emily In Paris FROM 7PM THURSDAY, NETFLIX The second half of the fourth season picks up after the cliffhanger ending that saw Emily and Gabriel finally confessing their love for each other, and embarking on a relationship together. But a shocking secret’s about to rear its head that will destroy everything. Plus, Emily heads to Rome on a business trip and finds a potential future she’d never considered. Is the love affair with Paris over? The Grand Tour: One For The Road FROM FRIDAY, PRIME VIDEO In their last-ever adventure together, Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond take their squabbling to Zimbabwe against the advice of their producers. After 22 years together, the gang heads out on one final road trip in three cars they’ve always wanted to own.…

MY TOP PODCAST I listen to the Lex Fridman Podcast for an unbiased, deep dive into a wide range of topics. If I want something a little more light-hearted and to have a bit of a chuckle but still learn some obscure facts, I like The Blindboy Podcast. LAST BOOK I LOVED 10 Minutes 38 Seconds In This Strange World by Elif Shafak. It smashed my heart to pieces. It’s a stunning story of resilience and the power of friendship, which I loved from start to finish.  MY BEST BINGE-WATCH  Brooklyn 99 – it’s super-funny and allows me to shut off, which I reckon is important for a binge-watch. The actors also look like they’re having a blast. MY MUSIC OBSESSION   I have been going through a bit of a…