Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 30, 2025 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom are co-parenting maturely when it comes to their four-year-old daughter Daisy, but it’s another story with their beloved pooches! Insiders tell Woman’s Day the recently-split pair are squabbling over who should get custody of their cute teacup poodle Biggie Smalls. “They’ve had a few dogs together and fostered a few, but Biggie Smalls is Orlando’s dog – at least that’s the way he sees it. “Katy loves Biggie Smalls too and word is she wants to keep the dog or at the very least, be part of the dog’s life on a part-time basis. But there’s no way Orlando is giving up full custody of Biggie Smalls.”…

Prince George turned 12 last week, celebrating with an official portrait that shows his love of the outdoors. The future King was snapped sharing his trademark smile while leaning on a farm gate, wearing a casual checked shirt, jeans and a friendship bracelet. The portrait was photographed by Josh Shinner and shared on the Prince and Princess of Windsor’s social media. “Happy 12th birthday to Prince George!” they posted, along with a cake emoji. The photo was also accompanied by a fun video of George larking about with his 10-year-old sister Charlotte and brother Louis, seven, in the garden of their country home, Anmer Hall. The celebration followed a big year for the prince, in which he had his first flying lesson and took on a more official role, joining…

SHE NEVER LEAVES AN EX BEHIND! 1999 2024 2009 2024 For decades after their split, Elizabeth Hurley stayed “best friends” with her ex Hugh Grant, while her ex-husband Arun Nayar has been by her side for milestones such as New Year’s Eve and her son Damian’s graduation. But Liz’s rumoured fiancé Billy Ray Cyrus has supposedly thrown their wedding plans into disarray as he puts his foot down over her lasting male friendships! “He’s an old-school guy and gets very territorial, and now that talk of marriage has come up between him and Liz, rumour is he’s even more fixated on this,” an insider tells Woman’s Day. “He wants to feel like he’s the number-one man in her life, not just another name on the list. It’s causing serious tension.”…

They were the couple of the ’90s, co-stars-turned-lovers whose real-life romance was the thing of teenage dreams. And Dawson’s Creek fans everywhere are waiting with bated breath to see Joshua Jackson and Katie Holmes go public with their rekindled relationship after being teased with recent reunion photos – as it’s revealed that Joshua has always felt that Katie was the one who got away. The couple, who met playing teens Pacey Witter and Joey Potter in coming-of-age drama Dawson’s Creek in 1998, famously dated on the downlow during the first two seasons of the hit show. Each cited the other as their first love and while their romance didn’t last, they remained close. Luckily so, as their characters were in a relationship in seasons three and four, which could have…

I spent last weekend in New Plymouth. When I told people I was going there, they all responded, “Why?” Like it’s some sort of joke or a weird thing to do. Every time someone has this reaction, I roll my eyes so hard, I almost sprain something. I grew up in New Plymouth. From the age of seven to 20, this was my home. It’s where I went to school, learnt to drive, started flatting and began my radio career. My whole coming of age played out in this place. It’s why I was excited to take my Algerian boyfriend Minou to my old stomping ground. New Plymouth is a hidden secret but not a dirty secret. Sure, it’s out of the way. You don’t just pass through; you must…

FLOWERING NOW • It’s shift-change time for your spring bulbs. Jonquil blooms will be fading as DAFFODILS and FREESIAS burst into flower. • SPRING BLOSSOM TREES will be coming into full bloom right about now, including ornamental flowering and fruiting varieties of peaches, cherries and plums. • The climber WHITE JASMINE (Jasminum polyanthum) is coming into flower. They are fabulous for screens and trellises, but do keep them in check as they can rapidly climb trees and become pests. • ORANGE TRUMPET VINE (Pyrostegia venusta) will be totally covered in a cascade of vibrant orange blooms. • Possibly the most graceful of the late winter-flowering displays is from the MAGNOLIAS (Magnolia x soulangeana varieties). They’re most often seen in white with touches of shell pink, but varieties such as Vulcan…

Inside Wally’s wonderful world AMANDA SAYS Wally tells me she’s a girl and was about 19 when she passed. She explains that she was fine until a short time before she passed but went downhill from renal failure. Wally shows she is with Sylvia’s mother and father, who have passed and also Sylvia’s brother. Sylvia’s late brother was often seen by Wally around the house. Sylvia’s brother tells me he passed when he was about 30 from an accident. He tries to explain the accident as he knows there are a lot of questions about it. Wally is a real character and loved running around her big backyard. Three living cats try to push through into the reading – they belong to Sylvia’s daughter. Wally also brings through two dogs…

A lot of Gwyneth Paltrow’s secrets are being spilled in a juicy new book, including what she thought of her famous ex-boyfriends’ skills s in the bedroom! Her three-year romance with Ben Affleck in the late ’90s gets page time in Gwyneth: The Biography, with author Amy Odell writing that “ribald” Gwyn “spoke openly about how much she enjoyed their sex life”. Despite this, Gwyn and Ben, both 52, didn’t last because “their physical chemistry couldn’t overcome his self-destructive impulses, which may have even included cheating on her.”…

Hot on the heels of his aides’ recent palace peace talks, the Duke of Sussex flew solo to Africa in a further bid to redeem himself to the royal family. As Prince Harry walked across a minefield in Angola to raise awareness for the Halo Trust, his visit mirrored an earlier trip in 2019 – reminiscent of when his mother Princess Diana made her famous landmine appeal 28 years prior. Harry’s independent mission is all part of his new strategy to separate his working life from his wife, the Duchess of Sussex, who was at home in California with their two children, Archie, six, and Lilibet, four. Palace insiders say the 40-year-old is clear his moment is now to reconcile with the King. And to be taken seriously, he must…

When Tory Whanau announced she wouldn’t be running for a second term as mayor of Wellington in June, she never planned to go out silently. Instead, tired of relentless online abuse, death threats and vicious rumours, the Porirua-born politician took a stand. Wanting to create safer pathways for women and Māori into politics, Tory spoke publicly about an email written by mayoral candidate Ray Chung that falsely accused her of a sexual encounter with a neighbour’s son that was sent to fellow councillors. “I came into this role as a change-maker,” Tory, 42, tells Woman’s Day. “I’m a proud wahine Māori. I’m young and I’ll always fight for what I believe in. It’s hard for women politicians at the moment, especially females who are progressive and brown. There are small…

Sarah Todd didn’t expect to fall in love when she went back into the MasterChef Australia kitchen for a third time. But somewhere between the marinades and the mystery boxes, sparks flew with fellow contestant Declan Cleary and her life changed. “It was such a beautiful thing to be distracted from the stress of filming,” confesses Sarah, 38. “We had the best time in the breaks, doing workouts and watching The White Lotus. You don’t walk into something like MasterChef thinking that you’re going to meet your new partner. It was such a lucky thing to happen.” Sarah and Declan, 27, are now living together in Melbourne. Their shared house is also home to Sarah’s 14-year-old son Phoenix and Declan’s dog Sol, who has now become Phoenix’s constant companion. “Phoenix…

Sabby Jey seems to have it all – running two thriving companies, supporting her family and memories of a recent Bali adventure. Yet behind the scenes, the 31-year-old reality star and influencer continues the work to overcome physical, mental and emotional trauma. While she was sent home from The Bachelor NZ in 2021, then tried her luck on reality show The Ex Best Thing, where exes helped each other find new love, off camera, Sabby’s life was unravelling. Following a car accident that saw her wake up on the side of the road with facial injuries after being pulled from her smoking car, she underwent the first of multiple reconstructive operations around her eyes and began concussion rehab. 2023 Now Shockingly, just two weeks later, she was sexually assaulted by…

Struggling with neck pain or tension in your shoulders? With long periods spent sitting and staring at a screen becoming all too common in our modern lives, it’s no wonder our bodies are complaining. That’s why if you’re the type who loves a good stretch session after a work out, experts say you’re onto something. ‘Stretching is crucial for improving circulation’ However, stretching isn’t just something you should do after exercising. Experts say we should be making an effort to incorporate it into our daily routine because not only does it help improve posture, it can also reduce risk of injury. More importantly, by creating a habit of stretching before we go to bed, we prepare the muscular-skeletal system for rest. This makes stretching a vital tool in achieving more…

1 I used to be in a heavy metal band called Vomit Sox. We played a gig or two and released some cassettes. Our big hit was “Groovy Penguin”. 2 I had a guest-star role in the old TV3 show The Strip. It was a very adult role. I had to remove all the hair from my body in preparation and momentarily lost my fingerprints as nobody told me to wear gloves when applying Veet. 3 I have a law degree. I won a stand-up comedy competition in my final year, so I chose a different path! 4 I can make astrological star charts based on the time and location of your birth. I’m a Leo with a moon in Cancer and a Capricorn rising. No, I was not popular…

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Sharon Stone’s iconic vixen character made Basic Instinct a classic and now Hollywood’s hottest actresses are vying for that same role in a reboot! A “wild and orgasmic” remake of the 1992 erotic thriller is in the works and superstar Margot Robbie is being tipped as the perfect antagonist Catherine Tramell for 2025. But the Barbie star, 35, has some tough competition for the role, with blonde bombshells Sydney Sweeney, Florence Pugh and Anya Taylor-Joy also being touted as serious contenders. The controversial film isn’t the only decades-old hit to gain new life. Amazon is reportedly keen to reunite Susan Sarandon and Kevin Costner for a sequel to their 1988 rom-com Bull Durham. “Kevin and Susan know they had all-time great chemistry,” an insider says. “Over the years, they’ve both…

An overworked senior royal household and increasing pressure on ailing King Charles has left Prince William no choice but to push for an early start to his reign, according to royal insiders. In the same week, King Charles came under fire for reports of palace staffing issues after a mass exodus over demands and low pay, and there were claims that his sister Princess Anne was feeling overwhelmed and overworked. On the matter of Charles’ annual summer holiday, reports the cancer-stricken 76-year-old was in need of a “quiet” summer at the more private residence Birkhall further reflected the stress he’s taken on in recent times. For Prince William, it’s all just further validation that the time has come for the senior royals to step aside and give the heir, and…

When Shortland Street star Rebekah Randell welcomed her daughter Isla into the world, she fell so in love with motherhood that she didn’t give a second thought to when her next acting role would come around. For the first year, the actress was perfectly content at home, cocooned with her littlest love. But now, Rebekah is delighted to be stepping back into the job she loves. First up, a role on The Brokenwood Mysteries, followed by an exciting – and until now top secret – return to Shorty. That’s right, Ferndale favourite Dawn Robinson is making a shock comeback after almost two years away! “I’m so pleased I can finally let the cat out of the bag,” she says with a smile, welcoming Woman’s Day into the Auckland home she…

It’s not unusual for a young royal to take a gap year, but Princess Isabella’s big plans to move to Australia have apparently thrown the Danish royal household into turmoil – with whispers Queen Mary could go with her! Danish media has revealed the princess is looking to spread her wings from the palace and see what life would be like studying or travelling in her mother’s native Australia, where she’s spent many family holidays over the years, particularly in Mary’s hometown of Tasmania. As speculation about marriage trouble with Fred continues, royal insiders say their oldest daughter is providing Mary, 53, “the perfect cover” to head home. ‘Mary’s been doing her best to heal, but her heart’s still broken’ “The saddest part about Mary wanting to join Isabella in…

Kiwi actress and former Shortland Street star Te Ao o Hinepehinga is going global after landing a lead role in the Apple TV+ miniseries Chief Of War. She’s also the envy of many around the world when they learn who her co-star is. Te Ao plays Kupuohi, the wife of Hollywood heavyweight Jason Momoa’s character in the epic $570m production, and the role saw her attend the blockbuster’s red-carpet premiere in Hawai’i just two weeks after she celebrated her 30th birthday. “It’s such an honour to be one of the few non-Hawaiians on this project, along with legends like Temuera Morrison and Cliff Curtis,” she explains. This is the first series of this size to be directed, produced and starring native Hawaiians for the international stage. Told from an indigenous…

Apply strategically Add fragrance to clean, moisturised skin on pulse points – wrists, neck and behind ears. Don’t rub it in, but rather let it air dry to preserve its scent. For extra hold, gently mist on clothes or hair. When to reapply As the scent begins to fade – usually after four to six hours – or layer with a matching body mist for a boost. A travel-sized atomiser is perfect for touch-ups. TRY: OXX Travel Perfume Atomiser, $6 (two-pack). Be true to you Always try a fragrance on your skin – not just paper. Perfumes evolve with your body’s natural chemistry, which is why their aromas may differ between wearers. Also give them time to settle after a spritz. LAYER UPON LAYER For maximum effect, gradually build up…

KŪMARA SPLITS WITH MOROCCAN BEEF SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 1 HOUR • 4 x 280-300g kūmara, washed, patted dry • 1 tbsp olive oil • ½ medium brown onion, grated • 500g beef mince • 2 tbsp Moroccan spice blend • 1 tbsp tomato paste • ¼ cup (80g) roasted red capsicum, chopped • 1 cup couscous • ½ tsp harissa paste or hot chilli sauce • 2 tsp honey • 1 cup Greek yoghurt • coriander, toasted flaked almonds, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Pierce each kūmara 8-10 times with a fork. Rub the skins with oil. Season. Put into a greased roasting pan and cook for 50-60 mins or until tender. 2 Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook…

Q A dear friend of mine who was dealing with health issues died. I feel I didn’t help him enough and that I let him down. I just wanted to support, love and care for him. Loyal Friend MITCHELL SAYS Your dear friend is coming through straightaway. He’s smiling and reaching out to place a hand on your shoulder. He tells me you’ve been through a lot over the past year, but things are beginning to turn around – and he’s so proud of you. He wants you to know he is safe, surrounded by light and free from pain. I’m shown that he felt your love, even in the smallest moments. He tells me that you didn’t let him down. I can hear him saying “thank you” for being…

Kiwi crew From traditional hula to mana-filled performances by artists such as Stan Walker, Polynesian culture was celebrated at the world premiere of Jason Momoa’s new series Chief Of War in O‘ahu, Hawai’i. Walking the red carpet with his girlfriend Adria Arjona, 33, Jason, 45, who wrote, starred and produced the highly anticipated Apple TV+ series, wore a traditional ‘ahu‘ula (cloak). He was joined by his two children to ex-wife Lisa Bonet, 57, daughter Lola, 18, and son Nakoa-Wolf, 16. With the series filmed between Hawai’i and New Zealand, our local actors were out in force, including Jason’s co-star Te Ao o Hinepenga, 30, who wore a stunning Simple Sustainability dress. She walked the red carpet alongside her mum Tania Rauna and her language coach Kalei Kawa’a. Te Ao was…

Yacht's up, guys? There was no hiding Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas’ blossoming romance as they sailed around the Spanish island of Menorca last week – and insiders reveal that behind closed doors, the fast-moving pair is already at the marriage and kids stage! “Tom and Ana have indeed had that discussion, and it’s true they’re on the same page,” a source says. “She made no secret of her intentions when she dumped Ben [Affleck] because he just wasn’t interested in starting a family. Tom, on the other hand, is.” At 37, the actress has been briefly married once but is yet to become a mother, while much-older Tom, 63, has three grown children and three divorces behind him. Despite their age gap and different life experiences, insiders say…