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After years working with my Woman’s Day colleagues, they’ve taken to telling me all the things I like and don’t like. Apparently I hate Cameron Diaz. And Tom Cruise (that’s on the money). I love all new diets (true) and don’t like carbs (mostly true). And at least weekly I’m told how much I hate animals (I have found it hard to embrace my assistant Chanel’s pet snail). If you’re like me and not an animal lover, you may find it hard to understand the Aussie family who share their home with 58 pets (p37)! Our other great real-life story this week is about the recently divorced Sydney man who won Lotto (twice) and Powerball in just 17 days! And he’s looking for love, ladies (p32)!…

‘Fred and Mary are so ready, and the public are ready, too’ It’s a sight Denmark hasn’t seen since Australian Mary Donaldson married into the royal family in a wedding like no other back in 2004. Last week, Danish flags lined the streets once more as thousands flocked to Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen, this time to welcome Mary – now arguably the hardest working and most loved member of the Danish royal family – as their new queen. As the Tasmanian-born royal celebrated her husband Prince Frederik’s 50th birthday in a lavish week-long party, royal watchers and the public alike were also celebrating a new era – with the palace all but confirming Fred and Mary are finally set to take the throne in a matter of weeks. Word out…

‘He went ahead shopping for places without Victoria’ They barely exchanged glances at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding last month, following earlier reports by Woman’s Day the couple had been leading separate lives. But now comes the biggest hint yet Posh and Becks may be over. In a move threatening to be the final straw in their marriage, David Beckham, 43, has been looking to secure a house in Florida. It’ll serve as a base when he’s working with his new US football team Miami MLS – a sure-fire sign he plans to do more than just work in the city. But with Victoria, 44, staying put in London with the couple’s four kids – Brooklyn, 19, Romeo, 15, Cruz, 13, and Harper, six – sources say tensions are…

It’s a return to routine for Doria Ragland. The Duchess of Sussex’s mother stole the show at the royal wedding, with millions of TV viewers captivated by her down-to-earth demeanour. Now, sources tell Woman’s Day she’s enjoying a well-earned breather in her native LA. “Doria’s quite shy, so she’s relieved to be back in her normal environment and away from the spotlight,” an insider says. “She’s still doing volunteer work, plus teaching yoga and looking after her dogs.” Despite reports Doria, 61, would sit down with Oprah Winfrey for an exclusive interview after the dust had settled on her daughter’s nuptials, it’s now been revealed there’s no truth to those rumours. “Doria is the most dignified, respectful person you could ever meet, and she would never talk about Meghan without…

Sophie Monk’s plans to become a mum are in full swing, with the Love Island host revealing she’ll be freezing her eggs as soon as she’s back on Australian soil. Before departing for Majorca to host Nine’s new reality series, Sophie, 38, told KIIS 106.5’s Jackie O, “It’s all booked in. So, I go to Spain to do Love Island and then I’m going to do a travel special with [best friend] Oscar [Gordon] in Italy, then fly straight back and freeze them.” The former Bachelorette also insisted she’s OK with being single, following her split from Stu Laundy.…

It’s one of the most coveted jobs in Queensland but it doesn’t pay a cent. The role? Cuddling precious newborns – and these volunteer baby whisperers wouldn’t give it up for quids. “It’s a very rewarding and satisfying way to give back to our community – it’s the best gig I’ve ever had,” retired teacher Di Haydon, 69, says while snuggling up to a newborn in the special care nursery at Brisbane’s Mater Mothers’ Hospital. “We have two grown-up sons – I was tired of nagging for grandkids! It’s a privilege to be here with them from day one. “We have up to 10,000 bubs come through each year, and many stay for more than 100 days – so when Mum can’t be here, we are.” Co-hugger Chris Abbott, 55,…

SERVES 4 Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil into a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 diced brown onions and saute for 3-4 mins until just starting to colour. Add 2 tsp fresh grated ginger, 1 crushed garlic clove, 1 tbsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp cumin powder, 2 tsp coriander powder, ¼ tsp chilli powder (optional) and ½ tsp salt to pan and cook for another 30 secs until fragrant. Add 1 tbsp olive oil, 500g diced chicken thighs, and 1 diced persimmon. Toss to coat chicken with spices. Cook 2 mins, then stir in 400ml coconut milk and ¼ cup water. Reduce heat to low, cover pan and simmer 25 mins. Add 1 more diced persimmon and simmer uncovered for a further 10 mins until sauce has thickened. Add…

Chances are you’re taking care of the skin on your face, but what about your neck and decolletage? Like our hands, this area is often one of the first to show signs of ageing, and with new products and treatments available there’s no excuse to ignore it. The neck facial BOOK IT ! TACKLES Puffiness, creases and saggy skin Dubbed the “yoga facial”, Meghan Markle swears by this expert facial treatment to eliminate puffiness, release toxins and tone the face. Sydney’s Zen Facial clinic – who treat the likes of Miranda Kerr, Jesinta Franklin and Jessica Gomes – offer a tailored Facial Sculpting treatment, which gets rid of puffiness to help define the jawline and cheekbones. COST $380 Non-invasive laser lipo BOOK IT !  TACKLES Excess neck fat, jowls and…

A screen role as a royal is coming for ROSE BYRNE. CATE BLANCHETT is seeking more dangerous movie roles to change things up. I see some very uneasy ones coming. She will shock as her love-life is cut short. Home And Away’s GEORGE MASON bumps into a new blonde on set and it’s destiny. He also has hopes for a movie role, playing a dark character. BRAD PITT is not looking for a screen romance. A new girl in his life looks strong enough to keep him interested. CHRISSY TEIGEN has a wandering eye and wears the trousers in their house. She and hubby JOHN LEGEND need to keep an eye on their marriage. Strong men are her downfall. I see one in a suit in a big office, buying…

Proud little horsewoman! Our granddaughter Ella, three, had great fun on her first horseride. She was a natural! Dawn Butler, Kinross, WA Like mother, like daughter I read Woman’s Day’s story about Princess Caroline of Monaco (WD, May 21) being upset with her daughter Charlotte for being too free-spirited, not following royal protocol and exhibiting unseemly behaviour. I thought of her mother, Princess Grace. She had the same problems with Caroline. She tried so hard to keep tradition in her family, knowing there was little she could do to enforce this in a world that was changing very fast. Perhaps as the years have moved on so quickly, Princess Caroline realises those traditions she so strongly tries to keep are her way of honouring and keeping her mother closer. Susan…

New series Dodo Heroes SATURDAY, 8.30PM, FOXTEL ANIMAL PLANET Meet the legends who’ve dedicated their lives to rescuing and saving animals in this must-watch doco for animal lovers. This new series explores the unique connection humans have with some of our furry friends, sharing inspiring stories of animals in dire need and those who go to great lengths to help them. From a former British marine who’s reunited more than 700 street dogs with the soldiers who adopted them in Afghanistan, to an Aussie family rescuing baby koalas and a doctor building custom prosthetics for animals, this series proves not all heroes wear capes! New crime Mystery Road SUNDAY, 8.30PM, ABC When teenager Marley (Aaron McGrath) goes missing from his family’s outback cattle station, detective Jay Swan (Aaron Pedersen) is…

Doco-maker and ad man Todd Sampson has seen his fair share of crazy stuff, and on Body Hack 2.0 it’s all about immersing himself in the experiences. “I travelled to India to spend time with the Aghori tribe. It’s one thing to know they’re cannibals, it’s another to watch one dig into human flesh!” he says. He also meets the Matses tribes of the Amazon, visits the Iraqi frontline and deals with -40°C with the Kazakh eagle hunters of Mongolia. But when he’s at home, Todd loves spending time with his two daughters at Bondi. “Nothing beats that place!” he says. BODY HACK 2.0 Thurs, 8.30pm, Ten…

So in love Never strangers to a public display of affection, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban puckered up for a full-on smooch at the Lincoln Center’s American Songbook Gala in New York. Help a sister out Decked out with a glittery mo, Merv Hughes joined forces with Ita Buttrose to launch Priceline’s Misterhood for the Sisterhood fundraiser. Child’s play Lara Bingle and Sam Worthington enjoyed a family day with their adorable sons Rocket and Racer. They’re growing up so fast! Liz or Liberace? Liz Hurley channelled her inner diva when she took to the streets in an oh-so-fabulous fur coat for a photoshoot in London. Going for gold Grant Denyer, Tracy Grimshaw, Amanda Keller, Rodger Corser and Jessica Marais proved winners are grinners when they got together to celebrate their…

Life in Sydney Jan 2001: Mary lives in Bondi Junction with friends. She had met Fred six months earlier at the 2000 Olympics. Going public Jan 2003: Showing Fred her birthplace, Hobart. Royal love story Oct 2003: Fred pops the question with “you just have to say yes”, and the couple have their first official interview together. Fairytale wedding May 2004: Aussies all over the world tune in to see Denmark welcome Mary as their own in arguably the most romantic royal wedding ever. A prince is born Oct 2005: The couple welcome their first child, Prince Christian. Back to her roots Oct 2013: They return to Oz for the 40th birthday of the Sydney Opera House. Mary brings the family home every second year. Taking on royal duties Oct…

She is the mum to his four daughters and the loyal wife credited with helping Barnaby Joyce win one of the highest political offices in the land. Yet Natalie Joyce remains somewhat of a mystery in the centre of the increasingly unpredictable storm that is Barnaby’s life since he left her for a staffer, Vikki Campion. “I doubt Barnaby and Vikki know Natalie was actually offered more money than the $150,000 they were paid for their television interview,” says one TV source. “But that’s how much we wanted her to appear on Sunday Night. She’s the prize – not Vikki.” One Seven executive confirmed Natalie had been offered an “open chequebook” to come onto the show and confront Barnaby, 51, and Vikki, 33, revealing she could’ve been paid up to…

It should have been a love-filled reunion, but radio star Kate Ritchie and her husband Stuart Webb looked anything but happily married as they reunited in Sydney last week. Returning home after what Kate, 39, called the “work trip of a lifetime” to cover the royal wedding in London for her Nova radio show, she looked visibly upset and overwhelmed as she stepped out for a seemingly fraught walk in Coogee with her husband of seven years. ‘It seemed like Kate was really guarded and not into it at all’ LOW SPIRITS Despite Stuart doing his best to cuddle and kiss her, Kate – who shares three-year-old daughter Mae with her former rugby league star husband – seemed reluctant to make physical contact. “Stuart seemed to be doing his best…

Roseanne Barr landed herself in hot water after posting a series of racist comments on Twitter, leaving the rest of the Roseanne cast furious – and jobless. The 65-year-old comedian and Trump supporter penned a string of offensive remarks about former Barack Obama aide Valerie Jarrett, saying, “muslim brotherhood & planet of the apes had a baby = vj.” ABC US executives responded by axing Roseanne’s sitcom, her talent agency ICM Partners dropped her and, in Australia, Ten pulled the program off air. “Everyone on the show is avoiding her calls. Nobody can believe she’d be capable of something so twisted,” a Hollywood insider tells Woman’s Day of Roseanne’s co-stars. Star and executive producer Sara Gilbert labelled the tweets “abhorrent”, and Michael Fishman, who plays Roseanne’s son DJ, affirmed, “We…

Fill a medium-sized pan with 2 cups of water and place over medium heat. Place ½ cup organic cocoa butter in a small glass bowl and place in pan. Ensure there is enough water to cover base of pan and surround glass bowl. Allow butter to completely melt and then stir in ½ cup cacao powder, 2-3 tbsp honey, ¼ tsp vanilla bean paste and pinch of Himalayan rock salt (optional). Mix together until a smooth consistency is reached. Pour a layer of melted chocolate into chocolate heart moulds (or in any mould of choice). Set in fridge.…

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DON’T MISS BREKKIE Missing the first meal of the day encourages your body to register famine and hang onto its fat stores. Fill up on foods that won’t leave you craving by 10am. If in doubt, nutritionist Cinzia Cozzolino pinpoints muesli as a great go-to. “Our 3 Little Birds Porridge, $10.95, provides fibre from whole oats, therapeutic digestive Australian lemon myrtle, calcium rich black sesame seeds and white mulberries to help regulate blood sugar levels too,” Cinzia explains. EXERCISE LESS Exercising for 45 minutes or more causes the release of cortisol, the stress hormone that slows down metabolism. Bust your belly fat quickly with 10-minute bursts of exercise. Do this daily with heart-pumping exercises like swimming or walking. SNACK ON PINEAPPLE Nutritionist Nanci Katra says, “Pineapples are packed with nutrients…

Many of us feel overwhelmed when it comes to money and investment. Vanessa Stoykov, TV presenter and founder of No More Practice Education and Evolution Media Group, reveals how to break down money concerns around five pillars. Pillar one DESIRE “This is the modern world’s ultimate trap,” says Vanessa. “Things we want but don’t need. This could be expensive clothes, cars and holidays – things we can’t really afford but ‘have’ to have. If you are paying for them on credit, it’s usually an indication you shouldn’t be buying them.” We need to re-evaluate what we see as financially desirable. Vanessa recommends viewing valuable items or investments as things with a long-term life span, as opposed to objects only giving pleasure for a short while. Vanessa says these things are…

Aries MAR 21 – APR 20 Stressed? Mentally overloaded? Simplicity is the key this month, so look for ways to lighten your schedule and rebalance your life. Steer clear of power struggles, particularly with family, and tread gently at work. If your head’s spinning, try spritzing soothing lavender oil or listening to mellow music. Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 No burying your head in the sand this week! Feisty stars could force tough decisions, particularly in regards to work or money, but as feelings flow, someone might finally open up. With drama-queen Venus casting a bright light, maybe see a show or organise a charades night. Gemini MAY 22 – JUNE 21 That brain of yours is buzzing! With your imagination soaring, you’ll be full of ideas, but not…

Netflix series 13 Reasons Why made headlines for its graphic depiction of teen suicide. As the show returns for a second season, star Alisha Boe, 21, reveals why it has struck a nerve. Did you anticipate how successful the show would be? I knew it had a fan base because of the book and Selena [Gomez] being attached to the project. But I never anticipated the impact it would have and how many people would love it so much. I was pleasantly surprised! How did you deal with controversy about the show? I knew there would be strong opinions. It goes back to what we wanted to achieve, which is to start a conversation. People have such strong reactions to it, as they should. It’s not an easy show to…

She’s the flame-haired Aussie acting icon adored for playing some of TV’s feistiest characters, but it was in her final months battling cancer that Cornelia Frances really showed her toughest side. “Mum’s specialists were stunned by her fighting spirit. She went into palliative care in February, before passing away peacefully last Monday around midday,” Cornelia’s devoted son Lawrence Eastland tells Woman’s Day. “I was by her side, holding her hand when she took her last breath. She slipped away in her sleep. It was serene. There was no pain. I feel relieved that Mum is finally at peace.” CLASSY TO THE END The past few years have been tough for Lawrence, 46, who gave up his graphic design work in Byron Bay to hold vigil at his mother’s Sydney bedside…

‘They can’t wait to sneak off together and be somewhere remote’ So dedicated are they to their new roles as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and his bride Meghan delayed their honeymoon after saying “I do” last month, instead jumping straight into their royal duties. Now, the happy couple are preparing to celebrate their love with a trip to Canada. The newlyweds are reportedly planning to stay in a secluded six-bedroom cabin dubbed “the Royal Retreat” at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in Alberta. “Harry and Meghan want to do a lot of travelling together and he’s excited to take her to more of his favourite places. But for now, they just can’t wait to sneak off together and be somewhere remote,” a palace insider tells Woman’s…

Mothers know all too well how quickly time flies when it comes to raising children – not least TV and radio presenter Amanda Keller. The Living Room host underwent IVF to have both her now-teenage sons, and admits her memories of that struggle are just as raw today as they were when she welcomed her firstborn 17 years ago. “I’m still close enough to the person who went through IVF back then to be amazed at how far we’ve come,” Amanda tells Woman’s Day. “I saw their first moments as embryos. Now Liam is a prop in rugby, he’s shaving and looks about 30 years old! And Jack is almost as tall as him.” While Amanda was once reluctant to speak about her fertility struggles, these days the TV Week…

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CARBONARA FRITTATA SERVES 4 PREP + COOK 35 MINS FIVE INGREDIENTS • 250g spaghetti • 100g pecorino cheese • 14 slices round pancetta (200g) • 10 eggs • ¹/3 cup finely chopped fresh chives, plus extra to serve STAPLES • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra to drizzle • 40g butter • salt and pepper 1 Preheat oven to 220°C/ 200°C fan. 2 Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling salted water 4 mins – the pasta will not be completely cooked. Drain, then refresh under cold running water. Return pasta to pan. Lightly drizzle with oil, then toss to coat. 3 Meanwhile, finely grate pecorino – reserve ¹/3 cup to serve. Reserve 4 pancetta slices to serve, finely chop remaining. 4 Heat oil in a large ovenproof…

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Whether it’s falling from the sky, being chased or standing naked in front of a crowd, the places our minds go at night could, in fact, be telling us something. “When we sleep, our dreaming brain processes our experiences of the past one to two days in a bid to make sense of our world,” reveals dream analyst Jane Teresa Anderson, author of The Dream Handbook. She says dreams are symbolic, not literal, and need interpretation. “Don’t take the storyline of a dream as truth and act on it. If you dream you should marry the guy next door, don’t do it!” Techniques for interpreting dreams can be learnt. “Each dream has unique and personal meaning to each dreamer, and the details of the dream pinpoint the precise meaning. Avoid…

BRING IT FORWARD I firmly believe if you can see everything, you won’t waste it. Never store more than two layers deep. If you can’t see it, you won’t use it. Shallow shelving will stop you from stockpiling cans. Simple, clear containers will tell you when you are running low on items. Baskets are handy for odd-shaped packets that are a little awkward to store. LEARN TO LOVE LABELS I can’t be the only one who has confused plain flour with self-raising flour, or icing sugar with cornflour. Poor labelling can cause real issues in the kitchen, so there’s no excuse not to label your jars. • Hang a simple piece of brown card from the lid and neatly write the contents in thick black marker. • Paint a square…

Q My family, especially my kids, are all going through such a terrible time right now. My heart feels broken with stress. Mum and Dad have both passed away and I really want to know if we will all be OK. Will things settle down for us? Will we buy a house soon? Heavy heart, via email MITCHELL SAYS I have both of your lovely parents here talking to me from the spirit world. They are sending their love to everyone. Your mum says your children are being looked after from above and things will be put right for them soon. Your dad tells me that you will end up buying a house with a small backyard in an area that has a lot of leafy trees. He tells me…

Both these girls, Kate and Meghan, look so lovely. Simplicity! Love those hats too. Monica Bryan Grant It’s not Megan’s style. It’s a shame she has no choice. She is a sexy woman, not a plain Jane. Christie Cooper Diana would be proud. Shelley Grace Both girls are so elegant. Dina Ryan They have different styles and Meghan should stick to hers because she does dress elegantly. Maria Cappellieri The Duchess of Cambridge and her sister-in-law the Duchess of Sussex. Both stunning royal ladies. Sera Rameka…

Which Hollywood A-lister was horrified to find out she’d left her phone on a subway because it was filled with heaps of X-rated messages she’d sent to her partner?! Fame-hungry former Bachelor star Steph Dixon will do anything to stay in the headlines, even if it means returning to reality TV! According to a well-placed insider, she has applied for Married At First Sight to boost her profile. Which Hollywood hunk is rumoured to keep his headphones on when he gets frisky, er, entertaining ladies between the sheets? MAFS stars Dean Wells and Ryan Gallagher were left red-faced after turning up to the TV Week Logie Awards nominations in jeans and trainers. Clearly they…

MOVIE OCEAN’S 8 Sandra Bullock leads a cast of A-listers in this highly anticipated heist flick. Sandra plays Danny Ocean’s estranged sister Debbie, while Cate Blanchett plays Lou, her partner in crime. Anne Hathaway, Rihanna, Dakota Fanning and Katie Holmes also make an appearance. Expect plenty of action as the team of thieves try to pull off the crime of the century at the Met Gala no less! IN CINEMAS Thursday BOOK THE CAST by Danielle Steel The bestselling author is back with another winner in which writer Kait Whittier is plunged into a world of actors and industry pros after her storyline for a TV series is picked up. But with her success comes the greatest challenge a mother could ever know and the cast members become more important…