Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 18, 2021 i Woman's Day

Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde were inseparable at the start of their romance, but sources say things have recently slowed down between the stars. The 37-year-old mother-of-two stepped out looking sombre in London recently, with no sign of her singer boyfriend. And insiders say things are only set to get harder for the pair, who went public with their romance in January. Harry, 27, is prepping to film his new movie My Policeman with The Crown’s Emma Corrin, 25, in Brighton, and sources fear it could be a huge problem for the celebrity romance. “Harry and Olivia are both in the UK, where it’s all been very low-key for them thanks to lockdown. They were forced to spend a lot of time together at home, where it’s sadly becoming clear…

He’s not on Neighbours any more, but Tim Robards is still close to his old co-stars! Tim joined his former soapie colleague Olivia Junkeer for a dip at Sydney’s Bondi Beach last week. The friends looked happy as they chatted in the surf and sat together on the sand. It was some much-needed downtime for 38-year-old Tim, who’s been busy sharing parenting duties of five-month-old daughter Elle with wife Anna Heinrich, 34. And while the cute family had a fun-filled Easter weekend at Sydney’s Royal Easter Show, it can’t be easy for the new mum to see her hunky husband hit the beach with stunning 22-year-old Olivia. But Tim has always been chummy with his workmates, posing on social media with April Rose Pengilly and gushing that the Neighbours cast…

The Gladiator is prepping to be a groom! Nine years after his split from former wife Danielle Spencer, Russell Crowe’s apparently ready to walk down the aisle again – with new love Britney Theriot. But he’s got a mission to complete first – get in fighting-fit shape! Insiders say the 57-year-old, who gained weight to play the late Roger Ailes in 2019 series The Loudest Voice, has been staying active and following a strict diet ahead of popping the question to his American girlfriend. “Russell’s doing everything he can to knock off the kilos,” says a source. “He wants to walk down the aisle looking his best.” SPORTY COUPLE Dating 30-year-old fitness buff Britney – who he’s been snapped enjoying tennis sessions with in Sydney on several occasions – has…

She’s emerged as the dark horse of the competition, but after tearing her hamstring in the 2014 series – which forced her to bow out early – Kyly Clarke is still nervous she may injure herself again. “Absolutely I’m nervous,” she tells Woman’s Day. “There is always that concern as you’re constantly pushing your body to the limits from one dance to the next, with no downtime in between.” But the 39-year-old says having daughter Kelsey Lee, five, in the audience watching her gave her the perseverance she needed. “It’s such a beautiful feeling to have your daughter say to you, ‘Wow Mum, you were amazing.’ It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience I will never forget,” reveals Kyly.…

Thirteen years after they split, the Young Divas’ Emily Williams has hinted the Australian Idol supergroup could be getting the gang back together! “I would definitely be open to it. I love all the girls, we have been through a lot together and it would be great to take a walk down memory lane and belt out some tunes!” says Emily of her bandmates Ricki-Lee Coulter, Paulini Curuenavuli, Kate DeAraugo and Jessica Mauboy. After forming in 2006, the group’s first single This Time I Know It’s For Real went straight to number two in the Aussie charts. But it wasn’t long before cracks began to show, with Ricki-Lee quitting after just one tour. NO SCANDAL The singer, 35, tells Woman’s Day there was no scandal behind her split from the…

If you find challenging situations make you feel bogged down or overwhelmed, adopting a “gift mindset” might help you live with deeper self-awareness. According to Renee Giarrusso, communication and leadership expert, these lessons or “gifts” may fall into any of the key 12 gifts: resilience, connection, forgiveness, growth, change, optimism, contribution, empathy, curiosity, courage, re-energising or gratitude. FIND THE GIFTS “In the British game pass the parcel, a neatly wrapped newspaper parcel makes its way around a circle of excited kids,” says Renee. “Each child takes their time passing on the parcel, hoping the music stops so they can remove the next layer to expose a small gift. The biggest gift is always saved for the end. Not getting a gift was resilience-building and having to unwrap each layer brought…

Research has found that 51 per cent of Australian women feel they have average financial knowledge, and 48 per cent agree they need a better understanding of their financial matters. Improve your money knowledge and become empowered to be a financially fit female. Her-Pulse Women + Politics Survey | Bauer Media Story 54 Research, March 2019. All Women 18-64 N=1093. Weighted to Women 18-64 in regional and metro areas. This is general advice only and you should seek advice specific to your circumstances.…

To live for almost 100 years is an incredible feat in itself, but to devote yourself to another person, and your country, for 73 of those years? That’s truly remarkable, so it’s no wonder that Prince Philip’s death has seen an outpouring of grief from around the world. In this special royal edition, we look back on the duke’s once-in-a-lifetime love story with the Queen, and what’s next for the monarchy he’s left behind. As the cold weather kicks in, staying healthy is on our minds, so it’s a good time to launch our Be well with Woman’s Day initiative. Found in our lifestyle pages every week, this will be your guide to living a healthier, more grounded life, with tips and stories that take a more holistic approach to…

Almost two decades since their farewell, the Friends cast – Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Matthew Perry, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer and Lisa Kudrow – got back together to film their much-hyped reunion last week. “They all got really emotional when they saw the set,” says an insider. But sources say the cast picked up right where they left off. “The jokes and conversation flowed naturally,” says our spy. So much so, that after filming wrapped, the gang headed back to Jen’s Bel Air mansion for dinner! “So much has happened since they filmed Friends, but no one has changed,” says a source. Even Matthew, 51, was looking back to his old self, after a rough few years – and insiders say it’s all thanks to his good friends. “He only…

Dakota Johnson has begged fiance Chris Martin for a super-quick wedding over fears his ex-wife Gwyneth Paltrow is planning to turn their wedding into a three-ring Goop circus! An insider says the Fifty Shades Of Grey actress, 31, who was spotted wearing an engagement ring in December, was hoping for a “discreet ceremony” without all the showbiz bells and whistles. Unfortunately for Dakota, she and her 63-year-old mum Melanie Griffith are already locking horns with Chris’ ex-wife Gwyneth, 48, who sources say is offering all kinds of help but really wants to be in control. An insider says, “Gwyneth’s been giving Dakota business card after business card of planners, florists, dress designers – she’s even offered her entire Goop design and beauty team to be available 24/7! Of course Dakota…

As tough a nut as he was to crack, Prince Philip had a certain soft spot for his late former daughter-in-law Princess Diana, it was revealed last week. Although Philip’s joy over his eldest son’s choice in bride soon turned to concern when he learned how “obsessed” she was with Camilla Parker Bowles, Diana’s friend, British journalist Richard Kay, has revealed the duke tried his best to counsel heartbroken Di in his own tough-love way. Richard reveals the duke would write to Diana at Kensington Palace, trying to help her stay married to Charles. At times he would blame her for their miserable marriage, but Richard claims Diana “danced with joy” around her apartment when Philip finally conceded she was right in her fears that Charles had a mistress. “We…

Prince Philip and the Queen quickly discovered they had four very different children – sometimes, much to his frustration. But Philip’s own strong personality is reflected in each of them – even Prince Charles, who he labelled a “romantic”. “Philip didn’t think Charles was cut out to be king in his early years,” a source tells Woman’s Day. “But Charles certainly took after Philip in his sense of duty.” It’s Philip’s second child Anne, the Princess Royal, who is most like her dad. She said after his death, “My father has been my teacher, my supporter and my critic.” Our insider says of their dynamic, “She shares his brusqueness, but also his no-nonsense attitude and a wicked sense of humour. He was so proud when she represented England at the…

They’re the most talked-about couple to ever appear on Married At First Sight, but chatting to Woman’s Day just days after declaring their love for each other at the final commitment ceremony, Bryce and Melissa are ready to start their new chapter – and their fans could be coming along for the ride! “We’re actually in talks to have our own reality show,” Bryce, 31, reveals. “That’s what we’re looking at doing.” The couple reveal there have been discussions around doing a Cam and Jules-style wedding special, and perhaps something even more substantial. “It’d be amazing to showcase why we love each other so much and who we are as people outside of the show because we’re just two normal people, and maybe we weren’t supposed to be together but…

Jennifer Lopez has always hinted she’d be open to a reunion with ex-fiance Ben Affleck. “I think different time, different thing, who knows what could’ve happened, but there was a genuine love there,” she said in 2016. And with her engagement to Alex Rodriguez said to be cooling at a rapid pace – thanks to his alleged cheating and other relationship issues – the rumours have already started that J.Lo could soon be turning to her famous ex for comfort. “Jen's priority is protecting her reputation, and right now with Alex, she’s between a rock and a hard place,” says our insider. “His supposed cheating is not a good look, but neither is ending an engagement after three failed marriages. Still, everyone believes she will end it, if she hasn’t…

He bowed out of the entertainment industry to pursue a career in property development, and while he’s happy to dip in and out of the glamorous TV world for shows such as Dancing With The Stars, Tom Williams is in no rush to make a full-time comeback. “I’m very happy where I am,” he says. “I had a very good time in TV... but I just felt it was time to let someone else have a go. “And the property business is booming right now, particularly in Sydney, so it’s a very good industry to be a part of.” And while his life has dramatically changed since that show-stopping moment when he ripped off his shirt on DWTS in 2005, the 50-year-old is still thankful for the support and says…

ANDY: ‘I LIKE TO IMPRESS MY FIANCEE IN THE KITCHEN!’ sweet and savoury foods, what would you pick? Savoury every day of the week! What would your final meal be? Anchovies on toast. What ingredient do you think every Aussie should have in their pantry? Salt and pepper, obviously. Imagine food without those two ingredients! Worst thing you’ve ever eaten? A lamb’s testicle. Cooked rare. What food trend is next? Cheese and tomato sauce sandwiches! What food trend needs to die? Micro herbs. What’s your favourite utensil that you use even when it’s not needed? I actually use my hands more than I should when making food. What’s your go-to cheat meal? A simple pasta dish. Can’t go wrong. What does your family think is your culinary specialty? Seafood…

As a four-year-old girl, Aussie swimmer Mel Schlanger planned to become a doctor. Thirty years and two Olympic gold medals later, she’s achieved her dream. “I still can’t believe it – I’m a doctor of medicine!” Mel, now 34, tells Woman’s Day just days after completing her studies at Queensland’s Bond University. “When I heard my name [called out] it was as surreal as standing on the podium in London after winning an Olympic gold medal.” Front row at her graduation were her biggest supporters, her husband of six years and former Olympic teammate Chris Wright, 33, and their two beautiful children, Maddison, three, and Thomas, one. “I get asked how did Chris and I juggle two kids with me studying a Bachelor of Medical Studies and a Doctor of…

IT’S SAFE Australian vaccines are vetted by the Therapeutic Goods Administration, which is our highest authority for medicines and medical devices. Any vaccine approved by the TGA must offer far more benefits than risks, and are continuously monitored. IT’S EFFECTIVE The TGA carefully assesses the results of clinical trials and the way in which the trials were conducted. It looks at how trials were designed, if they were conducted for a sufficient amount of time and if there were enough participants in the trial that represented the people for whom the vaccine is intended. IT’S FREE Every person in Australia can receive a free vaccination to protect against COVID-19 – just keep your Medicare details up-to-date. For the latest information on COVID-19 vaccines, visit health. gov.au/covid19-vaccines WHO WORLD IMMUNISATION WEEK…

April 22 marks Earth Day 2021, a worldwide initiative that encourages us all to take steps towards making our planet cleaner, greener and more sustainable. Earth Day began in 1970 and is one of the world’s largest environmental movements, working tirelessly on climate action, education, conservation and restoration efforts. There are plenty of local events like clean-ups and tree-planting you can join – visit earthday.org to find one near you.…

A plumper pout can shed years off you, says Dr Cumpston. Again, less is more. Here are some dos and don’ts if you’re thinking about lip filler... Do... have a thorough consultation “A trained clinician (and that can be a nurse or a doctor), can really understand the anatomy of the lip, its proportion to the rest of your facial features and explain in detail what can be done.” Do... go to an experienced practitioner “You ideally want an injector to have at least two years of experience with lip fillers. The best techniques and results come with extensive knowledge.” Don’t... assume every lip filler is the same “There are more than 150 European certified fillers on the market, many names you might know such as Restylane or Juvederm. Be…

RATATOUILLE & SAUSAGE BAKE SERVES 4 PREP 20 MINS COOK 35 MINS • 6 sausages of choice • 1 red capsicum, seeded, thickly sliced • 1 eggplant, sliced • 1 zucchini, thickly sliced • 1 red onion, sliced • ¼ cup olive oil, plus 1 tbsp extra • 800g can whole tomatoes • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 1 tsp dried Italian herbs • 1 cup sourdough breadcrumbs 1 Preheat oven to 200°C. 2 Heat a chargrill or frying pan on high. Chargrill sausages 5-6 mins, turning on all sides, until golden. 3 Chargrill capsicum until skin blisters. In a large bowl, combine remaining vegetables and oil. Season to taste. Chargrill 2-3 mins each side until tender. 4 In a large casserole dish, combine all vegetables with sausages. Scatter over…

1 Batch juicing Make fresh juice in batches, so it’s ready to go when you are. Cold press juicers preserve the integrity of fresh ingredients, which means juice can last longer in the fridge. 2 Leftover love Leftover vegetables can make great soup, stock or sauce ingredients and are ideal to juice as “hidden vegetable” additions for fussy eaters. 3 Freeze it Before produce is past its best, chop and freeze it for use in the weeks to come.…

As the 10th season begins, star Laura Main, 40, who plays Sister Bernadette and later Shelagh Turner, chats with Woman’s Day about the show’s universal success. It’s been a decade since Call The Midwife started. How does it feel being a part of such a phenomenon? It’s absolutely amazing that we’ve reached the milestone of a decade now, and it feels as exciting as ever. I’m sure that’s massively to do with the reaction it still receives. It’s a total dream to be in a show that’s watched by millions. And to know that it’s loved all over the world, and very much so by Australians it seems, is a really lovely feeling! Did you ever expect it to be such a hit? I knew it was brilliant from the…

MINI HERO! CHRIS HEMSWORTH It was “take your kid to work day” for Chris last week, with one of his seven-year-old twin sons joining him – complete with superhero costume – on the set of Thor: Love And Thunder. BACK TO SCHOOL PRINCE ALBERT The royal grabbed some handy homework tips for his six-year-old twins on a visit at a school in Monaco. It’s Cousin Itt! FERGIE The former Black Eyed Peas frontwoman could have been giving the paps the hairy eyeball... but we wouldn’t know under all that hair! WHERE’S HEIDI & CO? HOWIE MANDEL The America’s Got Talent judge wears his co-stars on his... er, body. Can you see Sofia Vergara, Heidi Klum, Simon Cowell and Terry Crews? DENIM DREAM ISLA FISHER The Aussie comedic actress proved her…

Anna steals the show Presenting in LA, Anna Kendrick brought the glam to this year’s BAFTAs with this daring – and dazzling – Zuhair Murad gown. Three’s company Sylvia Jeffreys and Pete Stefanovic’s latest addition, son Henry, was the star of the show when big brother Oscar, 14 months, and cousin Harper, 11 months, dropped by. Surf’s up for Isla & Sacha It’s not all work and no play... Isla Fisher hit the surf with husband Sacha Baron Cohen for some fun at Sussex Inlet on the NSW South Coast. Kim’s perfect match Kim Kardashian and her “twin forever”, daughter Chicago, three, were matchymatchy on their tropical holiday. Model mums Irina Shayk and her tutu cute daughter Lea, four, stepped out in New York for a play date with fellow…

Netflix has announced it’s started production on Byron Bay-based reality series Byron Baes, featuring a string of hot young things – and Zac Efron is determined his Aussie girlfriend Vanessa Valladares will be one of them! According to a source, the 33-year-old Netflix star is using his contacts at the streaming giant to pull some strings and get Byron Bay-based Vanessa, 25, a gig on the series, which producers say will feature plenty of “fights, flings and heartbreak”. Meanwhile, model and former Love Island star Elias Chigros, 30, has reportedly signed on to appear in the “docu-soap”, as well as curvy influencer Jessica Vander Leahy, 33. However, fellow social media star and new mum Elyse Knowles has denied being part of the cast. “Just putting it out there, I am…

What better way to celebrate becoming a billionaire than expanding the family? Sources say that’s exactly what Jessica Alba plans to do, with her highly successful natural baby and beauty company Honest about to go public on the stock exchange. “Jessica’s going to be one of the richest women in the world. She doesn’t have to work another day in her life. And now she just wants to focus on her family,” a source tells Woman’s Day of the mother-of-three. And with the 39-year-old actress’ youngest child Hayes, three, starting preschool this year, the source says, “She wants a fourth child to fill her days.”…

As Prince Harry last week raced against the clock to get home from California to his mourning family – all while making sure his pregnant wife would be OK without him – he largely left the logistics at the other end of his flight to organisers back in Britain. But the impending reunion with his estranged brother Prince William, after more than a year, was no doubt at the front of his mind. SURPRISE VISIT And as his British Airways flight touched down at Heathrow on Sunday, April 11 – just making the deadline to be able to quarantine for five days before the Duke of Edinburgh’s April 17 funeral – a waiting blacked-out Land Rover was there ready to whisk Harry on to the 15-minute drive to Frogmore Cottage,…

“We weren’t always on the same page at the same time,” Belinda tells Woman’s Day of the biggest hurdle she and her MAFS hubby Patrick faced during the TV experiment. But now the show is over, the 30-year-old says the couple are as “equally” into each other – and they’ve both dropped the L word! And that isn’t the only sign things are getting serious for the reality stars. They’ve started talking about moving in together in Melbourne – and getting married for real! Well, sort of... “I joked about it last week and she freaked out,” says Patrick, 27. “So I was like, OK, I’ll wait a bit.” And they’re putting their plans to start a family on the backburner, too. “We’ve talked about it. I definitely want them,”…

While he’s thrilled to be back on the dancefloor after taking out the mirrorball trophy in 2008, Luke Jacobz’ second attempt at taking home the big prize is tinged with the sadness that his fiancee Raychel Stuart isn’t here to see him. “It’s hard, everyone had their loved ones in the audience and I would have loved to have had her there... but it’s just the way it is,” he tells Woman’s Day. The 40-year-old, who proposed to US-based Raychel in 2018 after meeting in LA, has had to endure a long-distance relationship due to the pandemic. And while the rigorous visa application process has been a strain for them, he says they’re ready to start planning their wedding again as Raychel is finally on her way to Australia. “It…

While dancing is in her blood, the former The Voice host Renee Bargh says having her best friend of more than a decade, singer Delta Goodrem, in the audience gave her that extra boost in confidence. “It meant the world to me to have Delta there cheering me on,” says the 35-year-old. “Just her presence gave me so much confidence and strength. “My friendships are so important to me but we are more than just friends – we are sisters – and I’m so thankful for our bond and her support and love.”…

Curious about Kirby AMANDA SAYS Kirby shows me she has passed over. She tells me she was only seven weeks old when she first came to the family. Kirby was about 15 when she passed but had always been in very good health. However, Kirby did show me that one of her legs had a prior injury many years ago. Kirby tells me she was very close with Alison’s dad, Dudley Simpson, who had passed away a few years before. I suddenly felt a very powerful man come through. Dudley was a very famous television composer and he composed the music for Doctor Who for many years. Wow, what an honour to meet this man! ALISON SAYS I reached out to Amanda because I’m an avid Woman’s Day reader and…

Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 Feel that old zest for life returning? Time to speak up about a stressful issue or take a stand on something you feel passionately about. As planets crowd into your centre arena, your confidence expands and your vision and ambitions are stimulated. TIME TO TRY Do something adventurous as May approaches. ANDIE MACDOWELL Like many Bulls, she’s loyal and reliable to loved ones. Gemini MAY 22 – JUN 21 Ready to stop and smell the roses? Every year, as the sun enters your 12th house, your contemplative side seeks a quieter environment. Geminis tend to be busy, productive people, but regular breaks are essential – not only for your mental state, but for your body and soul. TIME TO TRY Pack a…

Superannuation has revolutionised the way people retire. Some ordinary working Australians enter retirement with more than a million dollars in super savings. While this should set them up for a long and happy life lived with financial security, sadly it means many will become the victims of rip-off schemes. These can be easily avoided with a little bit of knowledge. INTERNET DANGER The most obvious things to look out for are online scams. ASIC estimates Australians lose $30 million to online scams every year and sadly, once your money is lost very little can be done to get it back. Online scams come in many forms, from bogus emails requesting you send money to clear a tax debt or outstanding judgement, to the infamous online love affair scams. The best…

1 James Hydrating Booster $70 Apply 2-3 drops over the face, neck and decolletage morning and night, or before your vitamin C serum or cream during the day. 2 StriVectin Super-C Retinol $112 This powerful two-in-one serum to firm and brighten is best applied at night under moisturiser. 3 Wrinkle Schminkles Facial Plumping Sheet Mask $25 pack of 5 4 Laneige Radian-C Cream $48 5 Ultraceuticals Ultra A Perfecting Intense Booster $162 6 La Roche-Posay Retinol B3 Serum $69.95 7 Olay Luminous Niacinamide Super Serum $59.99 8 Cetaphil UVA/UVB Defence SPF50+ $22.95 This light, broad spectrum moisturiser hydrates and deeply protects against rays.…

Funfetti madeleines The classic treat gets a kid-friendly makeover MAKES 18 Preheat oven to 180°C fan. Place a 9-hole silicone madeleine tray on an oven tray. Beat 2 eggs, ¹/ ³ cup caster sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract in a small bowl with an electric mixer for 5 mins, or until thick and creamy. Sift ²/ ³ cup plain flour and ¼ tsp baking powder twice, then fold into egg mixture with 100g melted and cooled unsalted butter. Stir in 2 tbsp rainbow sprinkles. Spread half the batter into pan holes and bake madeleines 10 mins, or until golden and firm to touch. Stand in pans 8 mins before carefully releasing from silicone mould and transferring to a wire rack. Wash and dry mould and repeat with remaining batter.…

1 GET THE KIDS INVOLVED  Packing lunch and snacks is a group effort for us Blondies. I find when the kids have a say in what we pack, they are more likely to eat it. 2 MAKE IT HOMEMADE  Whenever we have brown bananas or daggy apples left over at the end of the week, I use them to make a batch of muffins for next  week’s lunchbox treat. I freeze half of the batch to ensure they stay fresh and simply defrost them the night before. 3 CUT THE PLASTIC We try to keep our plastic use down, so we wrap all our sandwiches in Beeswax Wraps and use mini containers for other snacks. To keep the kids hydrated, I love the Thermos FUNtainer drink bottle, as it keeps…

Pub Rescue With Tom Kerridge MONDAY, 8.30PM, FOXTEL LIFESTYLE FOOD Award-winning publican and celebrity chef Tom Kerridge is on a mission to help four struggling pubs become profitable again by modernising and diversifying in this three-part special. “There are clear opportunities for reinventing what a pub can be,” says Tom. “I want to work with locals to give them what they most need and create a place where they all feel welcome. I need to prove that 21st century pubs can serve their communities and thrive.” Strait To The Plate THURSDAY, 7.30PM, SBS FOOD This colourful and delectable cooking program follows actor Aaron Fa’aoso as he travels through six Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and captures a contemporary snapshot of the people, the life and of course, the food…

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