Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 35, 2025 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Miami heat She may be a proud California girl, but Katy Perry looked right at home on the beach in Miami, Florida. The newly single 40-year-old and her washboard abs were on a break from her Lifetimes Tour. Bellissimo! Looking straight out of an Italian postcard, George and Amal Clooney were seen arriving in style ahead of the 82nd Venice International Film Festival. On yer bike, Brooke! Flashing the peace sign while cycling is no easy feat and judging by Brooke’s face, she might need to take her own advice and “take care”! The actress was out for a spin in Long Island, New York. Peck it like Beckham After more than 25 years of marriage, David Beckham proved he’s still hot and heavy for his wife Victoria as he…

The Chase star Mark “The Beast” Labbett has found a new girlfriend, thanks to an appearance on reality show Celebs Go Dating! The only catch? Presumably, a sore neck – beautician Deanne Perkins is a petite 157cm, while Mark’s 198cm! But insiders insist the pair are smitten, saying how they “instantly connected”. A source says, “They’ve been enjoying getting to know each other away from the cameras. It’s no secret Mark hasn’t had the best luck when it comes to love, so he’s hoping that Deanne is The One for him.” Mark, 60, split from his wife and second cousin Kate, the mother of his seven-year-old son, in 2020. He broke up with TV presenter Hayley Palmer last year and admits he’s “not the most clued-up person” when it comes…

Prince Harry’s devotion to his late mum Princess Diana was never more evident than in his memoir. Describing her as a “pure and radiant light”, his hunt to connect to his lost mother led him to consulting mediums, finding his wife Meghan and writing his controversial autobiography Spare. However, reports that his new deal with Netflix includes producing a documentary about the beloved late princess, who died in a fatal car crash on 31 August 1997, is a dream come true for 40-year-old Harry. “It feels like divine intervention for Harry,” says an insider. “He and Meghan were facing a humiliating cast-off from Netflix, so for Harry, it’s like his mum’s still saving his bacon, right when he needs it most. Even after all these years, he’s convinced that her…

Crowds of reporters and photographers gathered at the back entrance of the Supreme Court of Victoria in Melbourne on Monday 25 August. A can of Elnett hairspray lay discarded on the street – a nod to reporters prepping for live TV feeds as reports were beamed around the world. Bystanders, gripped by the horrifying “Mushroom Murderer” case, waited for handcuffed killer Erin Patterson, 50, to arrive in a police van to face her pre-sentence plea hearing. Inside the courtroom, space was limited as I took my seat alongside the world’s media, readying to face the woman who cooked the fatal fungi lunch on 29 July 2023, which resulted in the slow, painful deaths of Don and Gail Patterson, both 70, and Heather Wilkinson, 66, plus the attempted murder of sole…

When US reality TV legend Parvati Shallow saw which overseas players she would line up against in Survivor: Australia V The World, she knew exactly what she was getting herself into. “I watched Heroes V Villains with George [Mladenov], Shonee [Bowtell] and Simon [Mee], who I’m obsessed with,” the 42-year-old confesses. “I watched that tribal council with George and Simon. George is a master. He’s so good!” Parvati also admits she bonded with David Genat when they shot Deal Or No Deal Island together and that she had seen a lot of Shonee, thanks to Survivor fans. She explains, “People would message me on Instagram, sending clips of Shonee and saying, ‘This is your Australian counterpart.’ So this is cool. I feel like these people are already my friends and…

The other day, I went to take a photo of my dinner – yes, I am that person – and my phone flashed up a message I dread: “Storage full.” This is because I currently have 77,358 photos on my phone. Seventy. Seven. Thousand. And I know I’m not alone. Go on, check yours. I bet you’ve got thousands too. Half of them are probably of your pet. I have approximately 5000 photos of my Sydney silky Kanye looking almost identical. Me holding him, my ex-husband Dom holding him, my boyfriend Minou holding him… But can I delete any? Absolutely not. Every photo is special, even though it’s basically the same photo on repeat, just with a different human accessory. The rest? Screenshots. Random recipes I’ll never cook. A pair…

2024 STRAND SAVERS FRAGILE TO FLOURISHING Dealing with postpartum thinning, split ends or slow growth? Treat your tresses to this rich leave-in treatment that deeply nourishes and supports healthy growth. 1 Bouf Flouf Factor Growth Leave-in Mask, $35 SMOOTH OPERATOR Ditch the dullness and achieve silky-smooth locks with this anti-frizz blowout spray. Hello, super-sleek finish! 2Marc Anthony Grow Long Anti-Frizz Shield Ultimate Blowout, $25 BODY & BOUNCE Want a bit more bounce from a blowdry? Spritz this volumising spray through towel-dried locks to boost body. Bonus points for its heat-protective qualities. 3 Olaplex Volumizing Blow Dry Mist, $60 LONG-WEARING LOCKS For long-lasting results, look for a flexible-hold hairspray like this micro-fine, shine-boosting formula. 4 Schwarzkopf Silhouette Flexible e Hold Hairspray, $28 CHOP CHOP! Spring’s must-have hair cut Cutting a bob…

EASY S’MORES CAKE SERVES 24 PREP 25 MINS COOK 1 HOUR 25 MINS • 3 x 500g packets chocolate cake mix • 250g packet wheatmeal biscuits, shredded • 150g butter, melted • 260ml chocolate sauce • 750g cream cheese, chopped • 200g white marshmallows, halved, plus extra to decorate • ½ cup caster sugar • ⅓ cup light sour cream • 2 tsp vanilla extract • 3 tsp gelatine 1 Lightly grease and line 3 x 22cm round springform cake pans. Prepare cakes following packet instructions. 2 Cook in a 160°C preheated oven for 35-40 mins. Set aside to cool. Trim tops from cakes to level if needed, then return 2 cakes to greased and lined pans. Set third cake aside. 3 Reserve 2 wheatmeal biscuits. In a food processor,…

CREAMY CHICKEN & SPINACH LASAGNE SERVES 6 PREP 1 HOUR COOK 45 MINS • 700g chicken tenderloins • 2 tsp oil • 3 tbsp Blow My Coals BBQ Rub • 3 large fresh lasagne sheets (or 6 if dried) • 2 cups grated cheese SPINACH & ONION SAUCE • 100g butter • 1 onion, finely diced • 3 tbsp On Yaaa Onion & Herb Dip Mix •1 /3 cup flour • 1 litre milk • 500g frozen spinach • Man Grind Salt Flakes, to season • Zest and juice of 1 lemon RED SAUCE • 1 tbsp oil • 1 onion, finely diced • 5 garlic cloves, crushed • 2 x 400g cans cherry tomatoes • 2 teaspoons Man Grind Salt Flakes • ½ tsp sugar • 1 large handful…

I’ve had my feet back under the desk for two weeks now, but the magic of my month backpacking around India and Sri Lanka hasn’t quite worn off. Amid all the historic forts and palaces, the majestic Taj Mahal was a highlight – a fresh wonder from every angle and with every change of light. The food was phenomenal and I’m missing the highway-clogging holy cows, even though one charged me when I refused to share my snack! Riding camels through the Thar Desert was a dream experience, as were jungle safaris with sightings of wild leopards, elephants and crocodiles. But there really is no place like home and I’m thrilled to come back to a mag packed with fascinating stories. I’ve loved learning more about TVNZ’s former European correspondent…

Clutching her phone in her hand and wearing a distressed look as she walked down a deserted beach close to her house in the Hamptons, Deborra-Lee Furness looked like she was recovering from bad news – and those close to her believe it could be once again down to her ex Hugh Jackman! “Deb has been expecting Hugh and Sutton to announce their engagement ever since their divorce was finalised, but that doesn’t make it any easier,” an insider tells Woman’s Day. “If it’s true this was the moment she was told, that would certainly be her reaction. “That poor woman’s gone through so much, so it was a shock when all her worst-but-almost-forgotten nightmares came true. “Getting news like this while she’s finally taking a well-earned break is just…

Is there Bad Blood brewing between longtime pals Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez? Well, Tay-Tay’s curiously timed engagement announcement certainly suggests so! The So High School singer, 35, shared the huge news on Instagram last week with a series of snaps showing NFL football hero Travis Kelce, 35, bending down on one knee for a traditional proposal in a lush garden. While the news has the singer’s diehard fans in a tailspin, the timing has some in her inner circle scratching their heads, particularly her former bestie Selena, 33, who was busy celebrating her own hens party in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico – with Taylor nowhere to be seen! “Selena’s trying not to think about it, and has already sent Taylor and Travis a gushing engagement message, but her nose…

‘Some people think it’s peculiar having such a big family, but I love it!’ When it comes to her strong sense of social justice, Labour MP Barbara Edmonds doesn’t have to look far to see where it all began. Her adored dad Selani set the example early – a dedicated, hard-working man who instilled in her the values of service, humility and community. Today, as one of Parliament’s rising stars and a proud mum of eight, Labour Party finance spokesperson Barbara, 44, draws on those same values both in her political work and with her busy family. “Dad is amazing,” she says during a whirlwind visit to see Selani and other loved ones at her brother’s home on Auckland’s North Shore. “He’s very much the heart of our family.” Although…

You’d think that when most people meet Cherie Metcalfe, the powerhouse behind cult condiment brand Pepper & Me, they’d be hitting her up for dinner inspo. But these days, the question she gets most is: “How did you lose all that weight?” “It’s so funny – people really want to know!” laughs the Papamoa-based foodie and business owner, who lost 25kg through two months of personal training five days a week, daily runs and a strict low-fat diet. “Food’s always my number-one priority, so my weight goes up accordingly,” she admits. “I’d gone too far the other way, so it was time to knock it back into shape. It was so boring – calorie-counting, exercise and no butter or oil. I didn’t even want to think about diet food because…

As the weather warms up, it’s the time of year when everyone can see and feel what’s happening in their garden and beyond. Landscapes are filling with flowers and new growth, while delicious perfumes fill the air. It’s a truly wonderful time as the earth celebrates the new season with an abundance of rebirth and growth. So get out there and savour every moment! FLOWERING NOW With so many gorgeous plants blossoming in abundance, it’s hard to narrow your focus to just a few flowers, but here’s a selection of some spring faves to spot right now. The true GERANIUMS, not to be confused with pelargoniums, are looking fabulous in gardens in cooler areas. They’ll be massed with dainty blooms in shades of white, blues, pinks and violets. The stunning…

BEST-EVER SAUSAGE ROLLS WITH RELISH SAUCE MAKES 60 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR • 5 sheets frozen puff pastry, just thawed • 1 egg, lightly beaten • ½ cup tomato relish • 2 tbsp barbecue sauce FILLING • 2 medium onions, finely chopped • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 1kg sausage mince • 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs • 1 egg, lightly beaten • 2 tbsp barbecue sauce • 3 tsp Italian dried herbs 1 FILLING Heat a lightly oiled, large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft. Cool slightly. Place in a large bowl with remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well. 2 Cut each pastry sheet in half. Cut 5cm off the tip of a large, disposable…

Q I’ve been on my own for 18 years raising my daughter. I’m now feeling lonely. Will I ever meet someone to share the rest of my life with or will I remain single? Libra MITCHELL SAYS I can feel how much love you’ve poured into raising your daughter – and she has a very bright and happy path ahead. There’s a lovely lady from your mother’s side who is sending her love and watching over you. She tells me you have so much love to give, but you must try not to let past disappointments hold you back. I feel your heart is ready now, even if it’s been hurt before. I’m picking up that over the coming year, you can manifest opportunities to meet a loving companion who…

Jennifer Aniston’s new boyfriend Jim Curtis is having a big influence on her life – the already ultra-healthy star has swapped her nightly wine for herbal tea, has eased up on her exercise regime and has even become far more relaxed about her strict diet! But after being single for so long, having a partner is taking some getting used to for the Morning Show star. “Jen and Jim’s romance has been a whirlwind, but now the dust is settling and they’re getting into a cohabiting routine, they’re both having to make adjustments and compromises,” a source reveals. The hypnotherapist and wellness coach has been dating the actress, 56, since July, when they were first spotted together on a yacht in Majorca. And while Jim has helped Jen take life…

Despite being worth a joint $5.1 billion, Beyoncé and Jay-Z have borrowed over $167 million in recent years – and now a source claims the couple could be using the cash injection to invest in something they both believe in wholeheartedly – their daughter Blue Ivy, 13. “She’s been raised as their heir apparent,” a source explains. “Blue Ivy was exposed early on to the music studio and its inner workings. “She may not ever be able to eclipse her parents’ level of success and fame, but her parents will do all they can to help her get there – even if it means going broke!”…

When TVNZ reporter Mei Heron accepted the role of European correspondent in 2022, she knew it was the opportunity of a lifetime. Sure, it would be tricky to balance being a mum to two young preschoolers with being on call at all hours – but she didn’t count on just how many groundbreaking events she’d be called to cover. Mei hit the ground running with some of the biggest news stories of our time: Boris Johnson resigned as Britain’s PM on her first day, Liz Truss imploded after just 49 days in the same job and, of course, Queen Elizabeth II died. A few months later, she was on a plane to Ukraine. It was an incredible training ground, with stories and opportunities journalists dream of. It also meant Mei…

For generations of Kiwi kids, Sunday mornings have meant tuning into What Now, the messy, anything-can-happen children’s show where presenters are dunked in gunge, splattered with cream pies and sent on outrageous adventures. One of its most popular stars, Chris Kirk, recently left the TVNZ 2 show after a decade on screen because he’s getting ready to star in a big production of his own. After popping the question to longtime Canadian love Chloe Drackett, the couple, who live in Kaiapoi, north of Christchurch, are in the early stages of planning their dreamy December 2026 wedding. While they’ve been smitten with each other since meeting on a group tour in Thailand in 2017, the couple has spent much of their romance navigating the challenge of living in different countries. Chloe…

The 6th of August 1945 is a day that Setsuko Nakamura Thurlow vividly remembers 80 years on. On that clear and calm summer morning, she was 13 years old and starting her first day as a decoding assistant for the Japanese Imperial Army at their headquarters in Hiroshima. “At 8am, we were having our morning assembly where the major was giving us a pep talk,” Setsuko, now 93, tells Woman’s Day. “In that moment, I saw a bluish-white flash outside the window and I suddenly felt like I was floating.” What Setsuko didn’t realise until much later was that intense flash was the first atomic bomb ever used in armed combat by the US and the weightlessness she felt was the building collapsing around her. “When I regained consciousness, I…

Nasty coughs are common at this time of year, but they’re not just caused by seasonal bugs. Here’s an overview of different types of coughs and what could be causing them. CHRONIC TICKLY COUGH SYMPTOMS: You don’t have any phlegm, but you feel like mucus is dripping down the back of your throat. CAUSE: Post-nasal drip. Mucus normally drips unnoticed down the back of your throat, but if it becomes thick or there’s a lot of it – which is often the result of having an allergy or a cold – it can trigger a cough. TREATMENT: Over-the-counter treatments may give quick relief. If you suspect it’s due to an allergy, you may want to see a specialist for tests. BARKING COUGH SYMPTOMS: You sound like a sea lion. It…

GARLIC HERB CHICKEN WITH SOFT POTATOES SERVES 4 PREP & COOK TIME 1 HOUR 45 MINUTES For the roast lover • 1.6kg whole chicken • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary • 10 garlic cloves, peeled • 60g butter, softened • 1kg kipfler potatoes, scrubbed • ¼ cup (60ml) white wine • 1 cup (250ml) chicken stock • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon thyme leaves • ½ teaspoon dried pink peppercorns, crushed, optional 1 Preheat oven to 200°C/ 220° fan. 2 Rinse chicken and pat dry with a paper towel. Place 1 sprig of rosemary and 6 garlic cloves into the chicken cavity. 3 Carefully run your finger between the skin and the breast meat to make small pockets. Push 40g of the softened butter into pockets, pressing down so that it covers…

Ned thanks Anne for his blessed life AMANDA SAYS Ned shows me that he has now passed – his mobility was a struggle and he had upper respiratory issues. Ned was 19 when he passed and had been in very good shape until about 18 months before. He’d been with the family since he was a puppy. He loved all things water and often talks about staying near the beach with his human sister, camping along the river. Ned shows Anne that he’s with another dog, Rusty, who has also passed – the two of them were good mates. Anne’s father comes through and brings his partner’s cat who has passed. Ned tells Anne that he had the best life. ANNE SAYS I hoped that I’d hear Amanda say that…

Q+A From Pride And Prejudice and My Lady Jane, to The Split and Four Weddings And A Funeral, in which she played the pouty “Duckface”, British actress Anna Chancellor has featured in some of our most beloved movies and series over her dazzling 30-year career. While the 60-year-old is now on our screens as Sydney Bowles Mitford – the mother of the infamous real-life Mitford sisters who made headlines in the 1930s – in new Neon period drama Outrageous, she’s also currently filming in Adelaide, where she’s starring in the Netflix adaptation of the classic My Brilliant Career. London-born Anna talks to Woman’s Day about her latest projects and how the loss of her only child, daughter Poppy, who died of leukaemia at age 36, has shaped her… You got…

Styles match! Summer love seems to be blossoming for Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz. The hot new celebrity couple has been snapped arm in arm, strolling the cobbled streets of Rome. Just days before their Italian jaunt, Harry, 31, and Zoë, 36, were spotted kissing at a bar called Rita’s in London. “Harry and Zoë were tucked away in a corner of the bistro snogging like teenagers,” a source reveals, adding that they seemed, “really into each other”. While the insider notes it’s “very early days”, the fact that Zoë flew from the Paris premiere of her new movie Caught Stealing to meet Harry in the Italian capital, where he spends most of his time these days, is telling. “Zoë is just Harry’s type,” says one of his friends. “She’s…