Innholdsfortegnelse for 2018 i Woman's Day

With the Woman’s Day team working from home, a regular topic of conversation on our daily Zoom meetings is all the delicious food we’ve been making. It seems we’re in two camps – those who are determined to be healthy, exercise more and come out of isolation being fit and fabulous, and those who, well, let’s just say are struggling with the temptation of having the pantry so close to their new office! Still, we need look no further for inspiration than our real-life weight-loss special (p30). We also catch up with some of our favourite ’80s fitness stars (p24), who may have prompted some of us to dig out our leotards once more!…

The perks of self-isolation might be few and far between for some, but Dr Chris Brown has certainly found one! With the world’s attention elsewhere, the handsome TV star has managed to keep his exciting new romance with model Brooke Meredith, 29, under wraps – until now. Last week, The Living Room host, 41, set the rumour mill alight when he was seen getting house-cleaning products at Bunnings Warehouse in Sydney’s Randwick with stunning blonde Brooke. It all but confirmed the pair were quarantining together at Chris’ $5.8 million home nearby in Clovelly. “They looked very much like a couple,” an onlooker tells Woman’s Day. “She [Brooke] was giggling as she wandered the aisles with Chris. They were buying mops and brooms,” the source adds. WHO IS BROOKE? Well-known in…

MILA KUNIS & ASHTON KUTCHER Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis, 36, are supposed to be celebrating their five-year anniversary in July, but friends say “it will be a miracle” if they make it to their sixth. The couple, who have two children, Wyatt, five, and Dimitri, three, have been struggling under lockdown after a tough year. “This isn’t just about co-parenting though,” says a long-time friend. “They’ve gone through a lot.” Last year Ashton’s ex-wife Demi Moore released her memoir, which didn’t paint the 42-year-old in the greatest light. “Mila described the whole thing as very embarrassing for Ashton,” says a source. He also took to the witness stand at the murder trial of his ex-girlfriend Ashley Ellerin, where he was portrayed as not the most reliable boyfriend. “Things aren’t…

JANE FONDA It’s little wonder that at 82, Jane is still rocking a svelte figure to die for and impeccable posture. In the ’80s, the Oscar-winning actress swapped the big screen for bouffant hair and leg warmers as she set about teaching the world how to get fit the Jane Fonda way. Largely responsible for inspiring the at-home fitness and aerobics craze that swept the globe, Jane produced more than 20 workout videos across 13 years and now has a series focusing on fitness for older people. DENISE AUSTIN The original fitness trailblazer, Denise is living proof at 63 that a healthy lifestyle and working out keeps you looking good. In the ’80s, the former gymnast had her own TV show and was responsible for designing the food pyramid guidance…

Despite the show’s host Hamish Blake’s enthusiasm for building bricks, there’s a reason Ryan is only one of 14 globally certified Lego professionals! According to “The BrickMan”, Hamish’s Lego skills are questionable. When asked if he’s any good, Ryan emphatically says “No!” but says the 38-year-old’s getting better. “It’s funny, when we started filming first time around back in 2018, he wasn’t very good, but if you look back at his skills, he’s massively improved. He’s come a heck of a long way!” says a supportive Ryan.…

“I ALWAYS PUT MY KEYS IN A DISH BY THE FRONT DOOR SO I CAN’T LOSE THEM. UNFORTUNATELY I LOSE MY PHONE 17 TIMES A DAY!”REESE WITHERSPOON 1 PACK YOUR BAGS Hang onto those cardboard tubes when you use up your paper towels or cling wrap, and use them to store extra (reusable) plastic bags tidily in a drawer. Similarly, you can recycle wet wipe canisters for the same purpose. 2 OUT OF SIGHT Conceal files, tax receipts and office supplies such as folders inside a storage chest. 3 ALL SORTED Try this Oprah-approved trick: hang all the clothes in your wardrobe with the hangers facing inwards. When you wear an item, hang it the opposite way when you return it. Every six months, do an inventory of the items…

Milking it! Meet eight-month-old koala joey Poppy. Poppy receives a milk feed twice a day from keeper Karen. Being little Miss Independent, Poppy likes to take control! If it wasn’t for Karen, she would eat way too much before she realises her tummy is full! Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Fig Tree Pocket, Qld Tips+ tricks! Sugar makes a good, cheap body exfoliator. Add a small amount to body wash, massage gently and rinse for beautiful, soft skin. L McGuire, Newcastle, NSW Attack of the butterfly! My sister Michelle wasn’t too keen on her new friend! Sara Mitchell, Melbourne, Vic CATCHING UP WITH THE PAPERWORK! Mu likes to scratch at important papers and then turn them into a (presumably) comfy bed. It’s very distracting, but once she’s finally…

WHAT ARE THEY? Those red, spidery-looking lines typically found around the nose, mouth and cheeks. WHAT CAUSES THEM? Genetics and hormones play a part, with fair-skinned people, as well as those with rosacea, acne and sensitivity, being more susceptible to broken blood vessels. They are also commonly caused by years of sun damage or from some sort of trauma to the skin. HOW CAN I AVOID THEM? While they can be difficult to avoid, especially if you are predisposed, there are some measures to help prevent them from developing. Applying a good broad-spectrum sunscreen regularly is number one. Use gentle skincare if you have sensitive skin, and avoid over-exfoliating with grainy scrubs and extreme water temperatures. CAN I GET RID OF THEM? Sometimes they can just disappear on their own.…

As you write your “essentials” shopping list, some would ask whether it’s worth spending money on sunscreen when you’re spending little to no time in the sun? The answer is yes! No matter what the weather is doing, how much natural light you’re getting or whether you plan on hanging the washing out today, SPF is essential and the best anti-ageing product on the market. It doesn’t just protect your face from UV rays, it can also block the nasty blue light emitted from your devices. And if you’re wondering whether your SPF 15 moisturiser or foundation is enough, it isn’t. Sunscreens need to be broad spectrum and SPF 30 or higher for it to protect the skin. Here are our favourite tried-and-tested broad spectrum SPFs… TRY IT 1. Neutrogena…

MACARONI WITH CABANOSSI & TOMATO SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 20 MINS • 40g butter • 2 tbsp plain flour • 2 cups milk • ½ cup grated tasty cheese • 375g macaroni • 1 tbsp olive oil • 2 sticks cabanossi, sliced • 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, quartered • ¼ cup parsley leaves 1 In a large saucepan, melt butter on medium. Stir in flour and cook, stirring, 1 min. Remove pan from heat and blend in milk until smooth. Return to heat and cook, stirring, until mixture boils and thickens. Simmer 3 mins. Stir in cheese and season to taste. 2 Meanwhile, in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water, cook pasta following packet instructions. Drain well and return to pan. Stir through hot cheese sauce. 3…

Will my life get easier? I’m mentally struggling with things from my past that I don’t want to know the answer to, but will I be able to come to terms with it? Jane, via email MITCHELL SAYS I have your mother coming in right away. She tells me she’s so proud of the wonderful progress you’ve been making in your life – especially in the past few months. Your mum tells me she’s also with your sister on the other side, and they are both sending you all their love and support. I’m told you will have happier days ahead to look forward to and it’s important that you don’t give up. You will be able to come to terms with your past. Write to Mitchell at Woman’s Day,…

Aries MAR 21 – APR 20 Life may feel a tad crazy but it could turn into an interesting week. Someone’s behaviour may leave you speechless, while on the work front, hidden agendas may be revealed. Power imbalances need to be addressed, but for now, listen and learn. Looking for a lucky charm? Try a citrine! Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 Show your true colours. More vibrant clothes, hair, makeup... with a new moon energising your sign, a freshen-up may seem extravagant, but it should leave you feeling better about life. If study or travel plans have gone awry, it might prove fortuitous, even if you can’t quite see it now. Gemini MAY 22 – JUN 21 You may be searching for answers – or for…

The lovable chef has whipped up a show that will give everyone the chance to make delicious meals in lockdown – and he’s even got a secret for keeping the kids happy! Can you explain how you made the show so fast? Outside of live TV, making shows usually takes a few months. We managed to turn these episodes around in a few days before we went into lockdown. The team was small but agile, and they’ve done an amazing job. We’re proud to have made something that might be useful. How did you decide what to cook? What I try to do is come up with principle recipes to what you have got or haven’t got in the fridge. What are the big challenges you see home cooks facing…

While the past few years may have been rocky, Australian television veteran Deborah Hutton is ensuring her feet are firmly in the lotus position after she’s been spotted looking very cosy with her meditation teacher, Andrew Marsh. The 58-year-old has been seen on several occasions with the well-known Bondi guru, with many speculating the duo are more than just Zen friends. The pair certainly seemed affectionate when they were spotted on the balcony of Deborah’s $3.8 million Bronte home last week. An insider from Deb’s inner circle says the TV presenter grew close to Andrew – a former winemaker who has two children – after she turned to meditation to get over past traumas. ‘They forged a close bond... and spent a lot of time together’ “They forged a close…

After a troubling start to adulthood, Matthew Newton has enjoyed several years of living under the radar in New York City. He’s spent years almost completely estranged from his parents Patti and Bert, and has instead created a quiet life for himself and wife Catherine Schneiderman – daughter of former New York attorney general Eric Schneiderman and his ex-wife, powerful political figure Jennifer Cunningham. And now, with Manhattan in the grips of coronavirus and its future looking bleak, Woman’s Day can reveal that both Matt and Catherine’s mums are teaming up to convince their offspring to travel to the Newton family’s Melbourne home for their own safety. “Jennifer is pals with New York’s governor and sees firsthand just how bad the situation is. She’s a huge part of Matt and…

Resplendent in his crisp suit and flanked by the Queen and the future monarch, Princess Mary’s eldest son has transformed seemingly overnight from a baby-faced cutie to an intelligent and determined young man ready to face his future as King of Denmark. Now 14, Prince Christian was invited to pose in an historic portrait alongside his formidable 80-year-old grandmother Queen Margrethe and father Prince Frederik, 51 – and Woman’s Day can reveal the young heir’s honour came amid him taking to “king lessons” with aplomb. “Margrethe and Fred have spent lots of one-on-one time with Christian since he’s been  back at the palace after cutting his school year in Switzerland short,” says a source. “Fred has been telling him to enjoy the party and adoration that comes with being future…

When high school sweethearts turned Lego Masters Tim and Dannii met at just 12 years old, they never envisioned a life as colourful or as testing as theirs. For salesman Tim, Lego was a crucial aspect in his recovery, after the father-of-two was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2014 that threatened to take his life in three weeks. “At the age of 19, nobody really comprehends the fact their life could be over, ” says the 25-year-old, who is legally blind in one eye. At the top of Tim’s bucket list back then was building a giant Lego castle after spending years collecting sets he never got a chance to use. “My family found some Lego at a car boot sale and sat with me for hours as I…

SURVIVING NEW SHOES Closed-in shoes and boots can be tricky to break in, with blisters and skin sensitivity creating an unwelcome barrier between you and new shoes. Try Hollywood Feet’s Shoe Comfort Kit $14.95 to prevent problem spots. INDULGE IN DIY PEDICURES Take advantage of cosying up in socks as the weather gets cooler to prep feet for the months ahead. A pedicure foot file will help to slough away dry skin after showering, then slather on an overnight treatment such as The Body Shop’s Peppermint Intensive Cooling Foot Rescue $19.95. POLISH YOUR ACT Well-kept clean shoes not only look better, but will last longer, so invest in an at-home shoe repair kit. Waterproofing sprays are perfect for keeping the weather off leather – especially suede, which has a tendency…

1 Sand & Sky Australian Pink Clay Smoothing Body Sand $49.90 Bring back memories of scrubbing your skin with sand at the beach with this four-in-one body scrub. 2 Shampoo With a Purpose Shampoo & Conditioner Bar for Dry or Damaged Hair $15 Try this plastic-free, water-saving and vegan alternative to shampoo. 3 Jonny+June Kids Shampoo + Wash $29.95 A natural, safe and gentle shampoo and body wash combined in one package – perfect for families with sensitive skin.…

While a lot of financial issues women face are hard to control, one thing you can control is your insurance. Real Insurance can help you protect your income in case you are unable to work due to sickness or injury. Call 1300 603 427 or visit realinsurance.com.au to discuss a policy to suit your needs. This is general information only. Terms and conditions apply. Please consider the PDS available at realinsurance.com.au. Product is issued by Hannover Life Re of Australasia Ltd ABN 37 062 395 484.…

Lamb gozleme MasterChef contestant Courtney Roulston shares her cheat’s version of the market stall favourite SERVES 4 Heat 1 tbsp olive oil on a flat barbecue plate or non-stick frying pan. Cook 400g lamb mince, breaking up lumps with the back of a spoon, for 4-5 mins or until browned. Add 2 crushed garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin and ½ tsp ground cinnamon, and season with sea salt and pepper. Continue to cook for 2-3 mins before adding 1 tbsp tomato paste and 2 tsp honey. Add mince mixture into a large bowl with 3 cups finely chopped silverbeet leaves and mix until slightly wilted. Allow to cool slightly, then sprinkle in 2 finely chopped green spring onions, ½ cup chopped mint and 150g Danish feta cheese, crumbled. Place…

20 Offspring 2010-17, DRAMA Oh, how we miss you  Offspring! With your quirky music and wardrobe department, you were the perfect show to steer local TV into a new era. Premiering in 2010, it didn’t take long for Nina Proudman (Asher Keddie) to become our favourite unlucky-in-love doc. We fell for the whole gang and were glued to our seats as Nina was on-again, off-again with Dr Chris Havel (Don Hany), then heartbroken when Dr Patrick Reid (Matthew Le Nevez) died tragically. Tissues, please! 19 Blue Heelers 1994 – 2006, DRAMA For more than a decade we were enthralled with the lives of the Mount Thomas police force. Led by arguably the most popular TV duo ever, Maggie Doyle (Lisa McCune, right) and Tom Croydon (John Wood), Blue Heelers…

Footloose flashback! KEVIN BACON Can you believe it’s been 36 years since the actor burst on to our screens as heartthrob Ren McCormack in Footloose – but Kevin’s still got it! Smooth moves ALEC BALDWIN The 30 Rock veteran might have a future superstar on his hands! During a recent trip to the Hamptons, his adorable 23-month-old son Romeo was showing off his groovy moves for beachgoers. No.1 fan CHANDLER POWELL It turns out Bindi Irwin’s new husband was destined for Australia Zoo. The wakeboarder has been a fan of her late father Steve since he was a tot! Crikey! True blue! TOM HANKS He had a rough time Down Under when he was diagnosed with coronavirus, but Tom wants everyone to know he’s still a big fan of Oz…

When Prince Harry’s close friend and confidant, conservationist Dr Jane Goodall said last week that he’s finding life a bit challenging at the moment, it was the understatement of the century. Crippled by self-doubt over leaving his family in the UK to move to California, the Duke of Sussex has now forced his wife Meghan and son Archie “to go to ground” in Los Angeles amid a growing list of distressing – and downright ludicrous – security breaches. Last week, after revealing details about their new charity Archewell, cyber-squatters have been buying up online domain names by the dozen, including one chilling anonymous website archewellcharity.com, which demands Harry’s return to the palace. “We will surrender this domain upon the immediate and safe return of Prince Henry Charles Albert David, Duke…

With Lego Masters’ second season well and truly upon us, nobody is more excited than the popular show’s expert judge, Ryan McNaught, who is Australia’s only “Lego Certified Professional”. The father-of-two tells Woman’s Day there’s never been a better time to get to grips with the iconic toy as Aussies are encouraged to focus on the simple things in life during self-isolation. “That’s the beauty of Lego – it’s so versatile and the whole family can have fun with it,” says Ryan, 47, who insists that it’s important to be keeping kids not just entertained, but also educated during these testing times. “Lego is a very healthy thing to do. It’s not screen time, it’s all about hand and eye coordination, there’s even some maths involved, so it’s a pretty…

‘I LOST WEIGHT & SAVED $11,500 ON TAKEAWAY!’ Zarshua Mack, 31 Scoffing her third kebab of the week, Brisbane mum-of-two Zarshua Mack knew that at 123kg she was slowly eating herself to an early death – and spending a small fortune on junk food. “We were mortified by the amount wasted on food,” she says. “I was an emotional eater who would eat if I was sad or happy, and it would always be junk such as a kebab with fries or Thai green curry with snacks.” Zarshua’s bad eating habit began to spiral out of control when she lived in the WA mining town of Karratha with husband Martin, 32. She had given up work to raise her two boys, eight-year-old Zayne and Atley, four. “I was desperate to…

LITTLE HELPER To help indoor ferns grow, give them an aspirin diluted in water once a month. OUT, BULB! To remove a broken light bulb that’s still in its socket, place a thick, dry sponge over the bulb base and turn gently. COVER STORY To make changing a doona easy, put the top corner into the doona cover and secure with a clothes peg on the outside. Then do the same with the other corner and pinch in place with another peg. Pull the cover down over the doona and peg the other two corners. Finally, shake the doona flat and remove the pegs. PURPLE PATCH If you don’t have fly screens but want to keep pesky flies out, place a vase of lavender by any open windows – they…

Q I have a lot of black and tan shoes in my wardrobe, but would like to try colour. How do I wear it without looking too over the top? Marie, Hawthorn, Vic A Don’t shy away from matchy-matchy. In fact, the tonal trend is sticking around again this season and is a fabulous way to embrace your favourite shade top to toe. To get even more wear from your new bright and delightful footwear, pair back with regular basics. Monochrome looks and denim pieces are instantly updated by a vibrant splash of colour. Email your style questions to womansday@bauer-media.com.au…

Fresh faced If you’re missing your regular facial, or just simply struggling to keep your skin clear and hydrated, then it’s time for an at-home facial. The new (1) Olay Daily Facials Water Activated Dry Cloths $14.99 are pretty much a spa-like facial in a cloth and all you need to do is add water! Infused with exfoliators and vitamin E, they cleanse, tone, exfoliate and hydrate in one. Follow up with a nourishing sheet mask and press into the skin with a face roller. We love: (2) The Body Shop Drops Of Youth Concentrate Sheet Mask $9 with the (3) Salt By Hendrix Amethyst Face Roller $49.95. Desk-side mani While you work from home or spend time indoors, treat yourself to a bright mani – the perfect midweek pick-me-up.…

AMANDA SAYS Winnie tells me she passed a few months ago. She shows me she was taken from her home just after Donna left for work. I felt someone coming in from a side property. This person waited for Donna to leave and they came in and took Winnie. When she passed, she was trying to escape. Winnie is so sorry for being on the neighbouring property the day before and she knew it was wrong. She tells me she never normally goes far from the house. Winnie shows me that she was only very young, and Donna had her since she was a puppy. Winnie says, “Thank you for a wonderful life, Mum, I am so grateful for all your love.” DONNA SAYS I was very happy with Amanda’s…