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I spent part of my Christmas break on the NSW South Coast in Mollymook, visiting Mogo Zoo and marvelling at the incredible beauty and sense of community in the area. Like so many others, I’ve felt simultaneously heartbroken and helpless watching the terrifying scenes of the bushfires unfold. But one thing has lifted our spirits at Woman’s Day – the heartwarming scenes of people banding together to help those worst affected. From everyday heroes cooking meals for those displaced, to the brave firefighters and emergency services crews who’ve worked around the clock, to the millions of people who’ve donated money, clothing, food and even hugs. The strength of Aussie mateship has never been more important and that’s something worth celebrating.…

Madonna was forced to cancel her Miami concert amid claims of “indescribable pain” last week. The 61-year-old insisted it was due to an “old injury”, however Woman’s Day sources are concerned there may be more to it. “She’s a shadow of her former self and has lost so much weight and muscle,” says an insider. “Word is she’s seriously ill.” The singer is also dealing with a custody battle with ex-husband Guy Ritchie over their son David. “That stress isn’t helping. Guy is torturing her by dragging this before the courts again.”…

It was a festive season to remember for Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston, who rekindled their love under the mistletoe at her holiday party. And things are only set to get better for the pair, with friends telling Woman’s Day moving trucks were spotted outside Jen’s Bel Air mansion and she welcomed Shiloh and Brad into her home. “Jennifer and Shiloh have really bonded over the past few months. Brad knew they’d get along famously and made a conscious effort to have them spend time together,” says a source. “She’s asked Brad if she can call Jen ‘Mum’ – it moved Brad to tears.” ‘Shiloh asked Brad if she can call Jen “Mum”’ According to our insider, Jen, 50, has taken to the role with gusto and refers to Shiloh,…

Much has been made about how William and Kate’s plucky second-born rules the roost at Kensington Palace – and now Woman’s Day has learned that Princess Charlotte has informed her mother that she wants to be Queen, just like her “Gan-Gan” (Windsor-speak for great-grandma). The four-year-old’s bold statement comes after she wowed crowds on her first royal walkabout with her parents at Sandringham over Christmas, where she hugged well-wishers and gratefully accepted their gifts. Her older brother, Prince George, six, was no less adorable but clearly more timid. “Wills did a walkthrough with the kids before Christmas to show them how to do it, and Charlotte loved every second,” a source close to a former royal nanny reveals. “After her appearance she asked Kate, ‘Mummy, do I get to be…

While George and Charlotte are Windsors through and through, their youngest sibling Louis is a mirror-image of the Middletons – especially his cousin Arthur. New pictures of Kate’s sister Pippa, who welcomed her baby boy with husband James Matthews in October 2018, reveal just how alike the babies are. “Kate and Pippa often get together with their little boys and marvel at how similar they are,” says a source. “Kate’s thrilled that Louis takes after her side of the family, especially because George is all Wills and Charlotte is a spitting image of the Queen.”…

Former Married At First Sight star Ryan is prepared for all the drama in the jungle, joking his strategy is to “try anything and throw it up later”. But it’s not just food challenges and thrills and spills that have his pulse racing. The 31-year-old is hoping for a steamy romance, too. “I’m as single as a Pringle so if there’s someone in there who’s good for me… I’d go as far as a bit of a smooch,” says Ryan, who is certainly no stranger to beautiful women! The former TV husband has been linked to Bachelorette Angie Kent and radio’s Jackie O. “She’s been great! [Jackie’s] beautiful but we’re just mates.” But one woman already has his heart, his mother Vickie. “I’m doing this for the National Breast Cancer…

Cindy Crawford has whisked her daughter Kaia Gerber back to their Malibu compound after a distressing scene outside the teenage model’s New York apartment last weekend. Cindy and her husband Rande were pictured looking on edge after he had an apparent run-in with 18-year-old Kaia’s controversial boyfriend Pete Davidson. According to onlookers, Rande emerged from Kaia’s apartment suggesting to Cindy that comedian Pete, who is open about his battle with bipolar disorder, had “scratched eyes” and was “freaking out”. The situation came just hours after Pete, 26, complained on Saturday Night Live when he dates a famous woman “the world wants to punch me in the throat”. He added, “What’d I do? If I’m the type of guy your daughter or mother is into then trust me – I’m the…

There have always been rumours about Daryl’s diva demands and difficult relationships with some of his co-hosts. Jacki managed to shrug off the insults, but her replacement Denise Drysdale lasted just one season before she left amid rumours of a feud. And her replacement Jo Beth Taylor later admitted that Daryl, who famously wore slippers with bells on them so staff would know he was coming, could be “egocentric”. “Daryl is very supportive if he likes you,” she tellingly added.…

The time has long passed since Tim Skerrett worried about things he could not change, like when it will rain again or how much water is left in his bores. Instead, Tim, 62, is using his energy for positives – training up the next generation of drought fighters, cattlemen and cattlewomen who will take up the battle against the elements to forge a living on the land. “Yep, it’s the worst drought we’ve seen and yep, we are battling,’’ Tim says, standing next to the paddocks of his Mulla Creek property, east of Tamworth in the New England region of NSW. “But things are still going on out here. We’re still alive, at least for the next six months or whenever the water runs out.’’ Tim has been running the…

They’re calling it the “Kardashian effect”, but there’s no denying the craze of “subtle surgery” like noninvasive face and body contouring is on the rise. Say hello to HIFU – high-intensity focused ultrasound – the new technology that’s turning the fat sculpting and skin tightening industry on its head. Dr Elena Morozova of Lumi Medispa in Sydney (inset) explains what the hype is all about… WHAT IS IT? HIFU is the number one noninvasive anti-ageing treatment worldwide. It’s used for skin tightening, reduction of small wrinkles, brow lifts, double chin reduction, jawline tightening, body contouring and plumping of the skin. HOW DOES THE TECHNOLOGY WORK? HIFU uses ultrasound energy to kickstart the production of collagen and elastin, which results in firmer and more youthful skin. Results keep improving for six…

Jelena Dokic knew it was time to make a change after weighing in at 120kg following her retirement from professional tennis in 2014. “I had bad and unhealthy habits,” she previously told The Sunday Telegraph. “Burgers and fries were regular food for me. Then I had a sweet tooth. I would eat anything that had sugar in it. I was eating so much sugar. It wasn’t good.” Since then, Jelena’s been on a journey to get her physical and emotional health back to its best – and was even announced as Jenny Craig’s newest ambassador last January. Signing on at 99kg, Jelena has now lost more than 45kg, surpassing her goal weight of 66kg. The former tennis ace tells us just how much she loves her new way of life…

MOVIE MY SPY Chloe Coleman stars as nine-year-old Sophie, who catches hardened CIA operative JJ – played by former WWE star Dave Bautista – spying on her family. In exchange for not blowing his cover, JJ agrees to show the precocious girl how to become a spy. What seems like an easy task turns into a battle of wits as Sophie proves you don’t need experience to outsmart a seasoned agent. IN CINEMAS Thursday BOOK THE LITTLE WOMEN COOKBOOK by Wini Moranville Fans old and new can now enjoy the foods that bring such pleasure to the March sisters! The book includes 50 easy recipes based on the Louisa May Alcott novel, such as blancmange, bonbons with mottoes and old favourites like apple turnovers. With fun Louisa quotes and anecdotes,…

Jennifer Garner appears to be getting on swimmingly with her hunky co-star Edgar Ramirez, if her uncharacteristically flirty display outside his trailer on the set of their new film Yes Day is anything to go by. The actress, 47, eagerly grabbed Edgar by his chiselled chest and beamed as they caught up while working on the Netflix movie, and sources tell Woman’s Day the entire cast and crew have their fingers crossed for a blossoming romance between the two. “Jennifer deserves happiness,” an insider says. “Especially with someone as handsome as Edgar, who is a great guy.” Ironically, Edgar, 42, was last linked with Cuban actress Ana de Armas, 31, who was recently seen flirting with Jen’s ex-husband Ben Affleck, 47, as they worked on their film Deep Water in…

Robert Pattinson and his model girlfriend Suki Waterhouse are keeping everyone guessing over rumours they got engaged over the Christmas break. Several sources tell Woman’s Day the Twilight hunk, 33, popped the question at Christmas time – but if the whispers are true, the couple seem hellbent on keeping it a secret, with Suki, 28, not wearing a diamond ring on a recent outing with her man. “Robert is obsessed with privacy,” says a source. “Even if he did propose he would have asked her to keep it on the down low,” says our source. “One thing’s for sure – they both seem deliriously happy lately and are incredibly serious about each other. “Robert has never felt this way about anyone before. He’s head over heels for Suki, and it’s…

When the Duke and Duchess of Sussex trademarked their royal charity’s name at the Intellectual Property Office over the holidays, it only warranted a few short paragraphs in Britain’s national newspapers. But it was just enough for Prince Charles to take note of the move – and it was the final straw from his wayward son Prince Harry and wife Meghan that pushed him over the edge. NO CONSULTATION As well as lodging “Sussex Royal” with the IPO to cover fundraisers and sports events – naturally, given their charity enterprise and Harry’s ongoing commitments with the Invictus Games – the couple bizarrely also trademarked books, magazines, apparel, including pyjamas, and counselling services. “They never consulted with Prince Charles on any of this, despite knowing damn well he’s taking over leading…

The show’s psychologist assured me they couldn’t afford to kill me,” jokes showbiz legend Rhonda from the African jungle. “They’ve asked me to do this before and I’ve always said no. In fact, my husband said he’d divorce me if I did a show like this… but thankfully I’ve talked him round,” says Rhonda, 59, who assures us she and her husband Dr Nikolai Jeuniewic are happily married. ‘Bill was so charming – fantastic company!’ “After so many years in the  business and working here and overseas, I just thought I’m going to give this a red hot go!” she says. The mother-of-one might get her fabulous feathers ruffled by a controversial campmate or two, but they’ve likely got nothing on some of her most famous friends. “Not only did…

It was supposed to be a relaxing break for Nicole Kidman and her husband Keith Urban, who jetted into Sydney for a short festive stay. But even a dip in the Pacific Ocean didn’t prove cathartic for the couple – they appeared extremely emotional as they emerged from the water at Whale Beach. “Keith looked like he was in tears,” a witness tells Woman’s Day of the couple. “Nic was clinging to him like there was no tomorrow, but she didn’t seem able to console him at all.” Insiders close to the couple of 13 years say gruelling schedules between them – Keith’s tour dates and Nicole filming – are taking their toll on the pair, with Keith particularly at the point of “burnout”. “Nic insisted they come to Sydney…

Sharing a special bond Their lives collided under a hail of bullets on a Christchurch street, but for mosque shooting survivor Abbas Tahir, that fateful moment has forged a special bond with a big-hearted Uber driver he now considers part of his family. The 46-year-old former bakery assistant remains haunted by the harrowing events of March 15. He hasn’t been able to live a normal life after a projectile pierced his back as he fled Masjid Al Noor – where 51 of his friends lost their lives while worshipping. With shrapnel still lodged in his body, the father-of-two struggles to hold his children for any length of time and can’t escape the constant pain. Yet despite such hardship, Abbas remains thankful for the kindness of Christchurch woman Jill Keats, 66,…

Love you forever Poetry corner So many times I have thought of it Many times I have felt it My heart and soul will go to meet my one and all We will travel near and far Building memories deep down in our mind Take it slow, don’t want our memories to go Loving thoughts ’til the end of time Hold my hand, squeeze tight We have love forever It feels so right, now kiss me goodnight Elizabeth Matthews, Ulverstone, Tas Emily’s BFF My daughter two-year-old Emily loves spending time with her 94-year-old great-grandfather Bert. Tanya Donnelly, Port Kennedy, WA SOCK IT TO ME, DOBBY! Since Coco was clipped we’ve called her Doggy the House Elf after Harry Potter’s Dobby. The resemblance is amazing! Shirley Stephenson, Kinross,…

The festive season sure knows how to drain out the bank account! But with the new year here, there’s no doubt we’re all aiming to kick ourselves into gear and start crafting our financial resolutions. Senior manager of behavioural economics at CommBank Nathalie Spencer explains how to create, believe and achieve your money goals... Where to start “When it comes to goal setting for your finances, it’s all about having a clear understanding of what you’re trying to achieve,” says Nathalie. “A financial goal should be meaningful to you – try asking yourself, ‘Why is it important for me? What value will this bring?’” Most people might think these goals revolve around saving for something – like a home or holiday – but they can be much more varied than…

Ryan’s private pooch AMANDA SAYS Ryan Reynolds’ dog Billie has an attitude – but not in a bad way. “Intelligent brat” is how she would describe herself. Billie is not overly friendly, and warned me not to try to pry personal info out of her. She was the hardest to connect to from all the celebrity pets I have connected to – but I managed to win her over eventually. She tells me she feels cocooned in her family bubble. “We live in a very calm household and prefer it that way,” she tells me. Billie explains Ryan has a special office in the home where he takes people that come to meet him, so he does not disrupt the family flow. Billie tells me she sees a lot of…

Paul Goes To Hollywood TUESDAY, 8.30PM, FOXTEL ON DEMAND LIFESTYLE FOOD The Great British Bake Off judge Paul Hollywood takes a road trip across the US on a Harley-Davidson all the way to… Hollywood! Stopping along the way to sample foods in places featured in iconic movies, the celebrity chef tries out New York’s Lenny’s Pizza from Saturday Night Fever and LA’s Bob’s Big Boy Diner from Pulp Fiction. As well as sampling delish delights, Paul will be whipping up some treats of his own, learning from locals in New Orleans and New Mexico. Nigella: At My Table TUESDAY, 8.30PM, ABC The Queen of Cooking returns to Australian screens in her latest series, which focuses on food that makes people feel happy and welcome as they sit around your table.…

No Grey days here FAMKE JANSSEN Playing Jean Grey in the hit X-Men movies seems to have had a big impact on the 55-year-old actress, who went shopping on a warm sunny day in LA with an umbrella. Storm is a fictional character, Famke! Hilary’s spent! HILARY DUFF She’s busy filming two shows – the Lizzie McGuire reboot and Younger – and is mum to Luca, seven, and 14-month-old Banks, so it’s no wonder Hilary needs a big coffee to kickstart her morning! Terri truly loves trees! TERRI IRWIN Judging by this photo, the wildlife warrior plans to fully morph into a koala by the end of the year! SNOTTY SHOPPERS J.LO & ALEX RODRIGUEZ While his fiancee picked out an expensive Louis Vuitton bag, a clearly distracted A-Rod had…

Twelve years after the tragic death of her ex Heath Ledger, Michelle Williams is starting 2020 with some very big news. The 39-year-old actress is reportedly engaged to Hamilton director Thomas Kail, 42 – and they’re also expecting their first child together. The four-time Oscar nominee was snapped with a diamond ring on her wedding finger while shopping for baby clothes with fiance Thomas in London recently. The couple were said to be set up by Michelle’s 14-year-old daughter Matilda. “Michelle’s very excited to have another baby and give Matilda a sibling,” says a source. “[Michelle and Thomas] are excited about their future together and having a family.” The news comes almost a year after her split from her husband, American songwriter Phil Elverum, who she married in July 2018.…

Hugh Jackman seemed thrilled about his chance encounter with sexy actress Brooke Shields, but we’re told his wife Deborra-lee Furness wasn’t quite so happy about his tactile display. Hugh, 51, was snapped as he warmly greeted Brooke, 54, on the streets of Manhattan during their chance run-in, even planting a kiss on her. “Deb saw the pics and was none too pleased,” says a source. “She hates it when he gets flirty when she’s not around.” According to our source, Hugh laughed off his friendly run-in to his 64-year-old wife. “Hugh and Brooke go way back,” says our insider. “But Deb pointed out that it was obvious Brooke was very happy to see him!”…

At six, George is beginning to learn the destiny that lays before him – and dad William is taking extra special care to make sure his son is ready to rule. Woman’s Day can reveal Wills, 37, has built a strong bond with his son, and spends plenty of one-on-one time with him. But for now, their mutual love of soccer is proving to be more important than their royal duties! “William is a devoted Aston Villa fan and jokes that he failed as a father when his son chose Chelsea, but at least they have their passion for the England team in common,” says an insider, who adds that George listens to England’s football anthem every day. “George is also obsessed with the fact that his dad is a…

After a few minutes chatting, it’s clear nobody is more excited to enter the jungle than former co-host of Seven’s Daily Edition, Tom! Of course Ten’s hair-raising reality series isn’t his first reality TV outing. On top of hosting The Mole in 2005, Tom, 49, competed on Seven’s Dancing With The Stars the same year, where he performed a risque samba shirtless, making him a certified Aussie sex symbol. “Look, if people are going to be so nice to say that, I’ll take it… I’m grateful,” laughs Tom. “I think my wife would laugh at all this. In fact, she’d fall off her chair laughing! Maybe she thought I was [a sex symbol] in the first two months of dating but now I’m just a daggy dad… she sees me…

While her daughters Kate and Pippa Middleton’s figures have been the envy of the world for years, it’s clear their mum Carole is no slouch either! Just weeks away from her 65th birthday, the mum-of-three looked incredible as she showed off her figure in a black and white bikini while holidaying on the Caribbean island of St Barts with her younger daughter Pippa, 36, and her husband James Matthews, 44. But it’s no easy feat looking so fantastic. Prince George’s grandmother maintains her slender size 10 figure by following the Sirtfood plan – suggested to her by Pippa – which is said to boost metabolic health. Followers of the vegan-focused diet are only allowed to enjoy certain foods such as turmeric, walnuts, citrus fruits, green tea, olive oil, red onion…

It began as a children’s show but the combination of a fast talking ostrich and cheesy host Daryl Somers proved so incredibly popular to kids and adults alike that Hey Hey It’s Saturday soon had much of Australia tuning in. And if Daryl, 68, had his way, the show would make yet another return to the small screen, with the veteran host insisting devoted fans still beg him to bring back the show, which officially ended its incredible run 21 years ago. “They keep saying, ‘When are you coming back?’” laughs Daryl, who changed Australian TV forever when he teamed up with comedy writer Ernie Carroll, the genius behind famous pink feathered co-host Ossie Ostrich. And it was the wacky and at times bizarre skits and ensemble cast, including Dickie…

#NOWTRENDING SUGAR HITS! Pastry queen Anna Polyviou reveals what we'll be baking in 2020 TREND 1 COOKIES I’ve just come back from the USA and everywhere I went it was all about cookies, from mini to giant. I loved the raw cookie dough that was in tubs and unbaked ready to eat. TREND 2 GIN DESSERTS I love pairing different gins with creative desserts, and this is going to be huge in 2020. Whitley Neill ($59.99, mybottleshop.com.au) is one of my favourite gins. From quince to pink grapefruit, raspberry, and ginger and rhubarb, its list of uniquely flavoured gins goes on. Think quince gin with a cheese plate or a lemon tart with a blood orange gin cocktail. TREND 3 CHEESECAKES Who doesn’t love a good old…

Capricorn DEC 23 – JAN 20 If you normally play it safe, this is the year to reinvent yourself and live without regrets. Whether it’s via a hobby, work or a passionate interest, Jupiter is urging you to expand your world. Partners may be thrown at first, but it’s time to focus on your own happiness. Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 With Saturday’s eclipse spurring you on, just do it. If a health problem has flared over summer, a different approach could make a real difference. Towards the weekend, a stroke of good fortune could be a cause for celebration, while at home, colourful art or furnishings might lift the whole vibe. Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20 As Uranus builds momentum, positive new routines should…

Aussie actress Margot Robbie stars alongside Hollywood greats Nicole Kidman and Charlize Theron in 2020’s most anticipated film, Bombshell. Sitting down ahead of the Aussie premiere, Margot, 29, reveals what it’s like working on such a poignant story and why it needs to be told. What can you tell us about the three main characters of the Fox News-inspired drama? Nicole plays Gretchen Carlson, Charlize plays Megyn Kelly and I play Kayla, a fictional character. They are three very different women. Gretchen is our moral centre. It’s her choice that propels the story. Megyn is our narrative centre, she’s our guide throughout the story and I think Kayla is meant to be the emotional centre, the person in which you live through the harassment and its effects. How does it…