Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 17, 2022 i Woman's Day

The first person I texted when the photos of Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz’s wedding started filtering through last weekend was Woman’s Day’s former Editor and our current Editorial Director, Erin Holohan. I knew, like me, she’d be having a good old gawp at the glitz, the glamour and... Posh’s outfit! When it comes to a celebrity wedding, it would be hard to find a bigger and more extravagant bash (p18)! It does feel like love was all around last week, with J.Lo and Ben Affleck getting engaged again after 18 years, and Olympic star Nicola McDermott and her partner Rhys tying the knot in a magical ceremony in Berry, NSW (p26). Here’s wishing them all a happy ever after!…

J.Lo + Ben wedding and a baby! Practice makes “perfect”, according to Jennifer Lopez, who’s dubbed her new ring from Ben Affleck exactly that. The couple – who were engaged for the first time in 2002 – sent fans into meltdown when they recently announced their second engagement. The singer showed off her 8.5-carat natural green diamond ring on social media – and experts estimate it could be worth up to $13 million! The first time around, Ben, 49, popped the question to J.Lo, 52, with a pink diamond, but the Argo star has outdone himself for the couple’s second engagement – and it seems he may have taken the hint from his bride-to-be! “I always say the colour green is my lucky colour,” J.Lo once revealed, referring to her…

CALEB, 21, & ALEX, 25 NSW Despite the $100,000 prize, Sydney-based makeup artist Alex says Lego Masters is all about the host! “I’m most excited to meet Hamish [Blake], sorry Brickman, but I’ve grown up following Hamish and Andy. I’ve got a bit of a crush,” she says. For her teammate Caleb, a law student, he just doesn’t want to disappoint his family. “I want to make things that they find cool and can enjoy,” he says. GENE, 32, & NICK, 30 NSW The best friends and video editors say their Lego Masters experience will be a “picnic” compared to the fast-paced world of video post-production, but they admit one of them will work harder than the other. “I’ve already promised Gene a 70/30 split [of…

JULIE GOODWIN COOKBOOK QUEEN Arguably the most recognisable face to come out of the MasterChef kitchen, Julie Goodwin, 51, has enjoyed mammoth success in the food and media industry since winning the first season in 2009. Estimated to be worth more than $3 million, Julie’s empire includes 10 cooking and wellness books, appearances on reality shows and co-hosting her own radio show and cooking program, which garnered her a Silver Logie nomination. She’s even recorded a Christmas album! SASHI CHELIAH WOOLWORTHS WONDER Season 10 winner Sashi, 42, has taken his exposure to the masses by ensuring his face is visible in every single Woolworths around Australia! With Sashi’s Secret, a meal kit range that features all of his signature dishes such as nasi goreng and curry…

She grew up as the daughter – and stepdaughter – of one of Hollywood’s most iconic couples, Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Now actress Kate Burton, who’s currently starring in Netflix’s Inventing Anna and The Dropout on Disney+, reveals she has nothing but fond memories of her iconic stepmother, who would have turned 90 this year. “I think that she truly welcomed me from day one,” Kate reveals of the Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? star, who died in March 2011. After meeting on the set of 1963’s Cleopatra, Richard tied the knot with Elizabeth the following year, when Kate was six years old. Now 64, she says she felt immediately at “home” with the Oscar winner and her family, which included Elizabeth’s three children – sons Christopher and Michael…

The voice, the swagger, the quiff... when 21-year-old Elvis Presley performed Heartbreak Hotel on television for the first time in 1956, the charismatic singing sensation changed the music scene forever. And while August 16 this year marks the 45th anniversary of his death, lifelong fans Anne Steel, daughter Tiffany, 46, and granddaughter Ruby, 14, have made sure his legacy has remained as powerful through their annual event, the Parkes Elvis Festival. “I was 11 years old and loved listening to him on the radio,” 78-year-old Anne swoons, who along with her husband Bob, 80, founded the festival. “When his first movie Love Me Tender came out, I saw it at the picture palace and then I was smitten – he was so handsome and talented.” Lucky for Anne, her husband…

Q This year has not started well for me. I feel mentally exhausted already. Do you see things improving and will life get easier? I just want to enjoy life again. Taurus MITCHELL SAYS I feel you have a very generous nature and often go out of your way to help others. However, please remember not to overextend yourself or take on more than you can give. I feel your life is going through a cleansing phase and soon you will be ready to welcome a bright new beginning. This October will be a strong turning point for the better. There is light at the end of the tunnel, I feel you have happier days ahead. Q I’ve recently been dumped by my long-term partner. I thought I’d be with…

PORK & CHEESE RIGATONI BAKE SERVES 4 PREP 25 MINS COOK 1 HOUR • 2 tbsp olive oil • 1 onion, diced • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 500g pork mince • 1 carrot, diced • 2 stalks celery, diced • 2 tbsp tomato paste • 150ml red wine • 250ml beef stock • ½ tsp sugar • 400g tomato passata • 400g rigatoni • ½ cup grated mozzarella •1/3 cup grated parmesan • parsley sprigs, to serve 1 Heat oil in a large frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add onion. Cook 1-2 mins. Add garlic. Cook 30 secs. Add pork mince. Cook, stirring to break up lumps, 2-3 mins or until browned. Add carrot and celery. Cook a further 2-3 mins. 2 Add tomato paste and wine, scraping…

Nested eggs in baked polenta with smoked salmon Impress your brunch guests with this tasty dish! SERVES 6 Preheat the oven to 200°C. In a large bowl, mix together 150g polenta, 480ml vegetable stock, 480ml full cream milk, 2 tbsp melted butter and ½ tsp fine sea salt. Pour into a 30cm ovenproof skillet or frying pan, then carefully place in the middle of the oven but without a rack above it, so you can comfortably stir the mixture without having to remove the skillet. Bake 35-40 mins, stirring halfway through, until polenta has softened and thickened and all the liquid has been absorbed. Take skillet out of the oven. Stir in 115g smoked salmon or trout (bones removed, crumbled), 190g goat’s cheese, ½ cup packed chopped dill (hard stems…

You’ve just transformed your garden! Tell us, what has changed? Yes! I started on a new vegie patch project as our old one started to get shaded out by a large tree. [My wife] Juliet and I love growing our own produce, so we embarked on a larger scale raised bed wicking system. We have four large raised beds, and I also added in a wildflower meadow to make it all beautiful, too. How did gardening help you through COVID lockdowns? Gardening was my saviour during the pandemic – being able to get outside and in touch with the soil kept me sane. So many people started gardening during the pandemic, which is amazing, and great for physical and mental health. I recommend that people visit Greener Spaces Better Places…

Holiday mode on! MAFS couple Jules Robinson and hubby Cam Merchant celebrated her “Festival of 40” with a trip to “heaven on earth” – Fiji! Family ties Siblings Patricia, David and Rosanna Arquette cosied up for the cameras while walking on the red carpet at a screening event in LA. Feeling nautical Sunrise presenter Natalie Barr looked stunning in stripes while presenting the breakfast show from sunny Brisbane. Dream team! A royal visit Princess Anne’s first stop on her whirlwind trip to Oz was to open Sydney’s Royal Easter Show, where she met with stallholders in the produce pavilion. We’re back! The whole brood looked beautiful as Kris, Khloe, her daughter True, four, and Kim stepped out at the premiere of The Kardashians.…

There’s been a deluge of royal tomes in recent years, but none so far has been as widely anticipated – or feared, if you’re a royal – than Tina Brown’s impending The Palace Papers: Inside The House Of Windsor – The Truth And The Turmoil. A close friend of Princess Diana, the former Vanity Fair editor-in-chief was uniquely positioned to witness her rises, falls and ultimately her tragic end in 1997. But since then, Tina, 68, has maintained her royal contacts to weave a bombshell new book that promises to take her readers behind the velvet drapes of Buckingham Palace and beyond. Here, we examine her biggest revelations... DIANA LOATHED ‘QUEEN CAMILLA’ While the Princess of Wales admitted she knew she’d never be queen, that doesn’t mean Diana would accept…

OJANI NOA The restaurateur – a former waiter – presented J.Lo with a $134,000 pear-shaped diamond ring before they wed. Their marriage lasted just a year – they divorced in 1998. CRIS JUDD Jennifer tied the knot with her back-up dancer in 2001 after he popped the question with an emerald-cut diamond sparkler worth an estimated six figures. The pair went their separate ways in 2002. BEN AFFLECK The star sparked a coloured diamond trend after she accepted a 6.10-carat $3.3 million radiant-cut pink Harry Winston diamond from the actor in 2002 for their first engagement. They never made it down the aisle. MARC ANTHONY J.Lo’s third husband – and the father of her 14-year-old twins Max and Emme – splashed out on an 8.5-carat $5.3 million blue diamond ring…

When Hey Hey It’s Saturday celebrated its 50th anniversary last year, nobody, not even host Daryl Somers, expected the TV special to draw in millions of viewers. Fast forward 12 months, and Seven has unveiled the first of three reunion specials of the beloved variety show. Daryl, the original Wiggles, Delta Goodrem and Kate Ceberano all took pleasure in remembering the very best of Red Faces and Celebrity Head – but Woman’s Day hears there’s one returning star that’s set to get everybody talking! TV insiders tell us Daryl is “desperately hoping” none other than former Hey Hey co-host Jacki MacDonald will be enticed to feature in the upcoming second and third episodes – due out later this year. Despite becoming one of the show’s most beloved stars and an…

While she’s just wrapped up touring the country on her Bridge Over Troubled Dreams tour, Delta Goodrem is set to shake up the Brick Pit when she makes a surprise appearance this week! The songstress, 37, will serve as a mystery guest on Wednesday night, where she will have to guess which song was the inspiration behind each team’s creation – without them saying a word! The appearance comes after Delta made a cameo on The Block last year – leading many to speculate she may be headed for a return to fulltime TV work.…

Rain wasn’t in the plans when Nicola McDermott began pulling together her dream wedding to fiance Rhys Olyslagers. But the Aussie athlete, who won the silver medal in the women’s high jump at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020, says the constant showers only served to make the day more memorable. “Everything that I had envisioned for my wedding day – a beautiful outdoor ceremony with a scenic outlook – had to be changed but I feel like people got closer because it was raining,” the 25-year-old bride tells Woman’s Day. “Everyone was able to enjoy each other’s company more and it was so magical and special regardless.” The couple’s plan B saw them exchange vows inside their reception marquee as the rain poured down at the stunning Silos Estate vineyard…

On screen as Ziggy, Home And Away’s Sophie Dillman is sassy, confident – and a little bit of a rebel. But the actress admits that in her personal life it isn’t always so, revealing she has spent most her life battling crippling pain. “Ziggy is really confident – I sometimes wish I had a bit more of that in me,” Sophie tells Woman’s Day from her Sydney home. The 29-year-old has spent most of her life battling endometriosis, which is caused when tissue that is similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the womb, causing pain and often infertility. “I do remember a couple of times waking up in the morning and fainting and vomiting from the pain in high school,” says Sophie, who has undergone three surgeries…

Aries MAR 21 – APR 20 Your speed is legendary, Aries, but patience can be a virtue. Big ideas may be percolating, especially on the finance front, but while they’re brewing, why not reassess your priorities and daily routines? A few simple changes or adjustments might make everyone happier. STAR TIP Friday’s business-minded moon could spark a brilliant solution. ASH BARTY The Aries tennis champ, who turns 26 on April 24, is eyeing up new challenges! Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 Scheduling in relaxation may seem indulgent, but if you’ve been through the emotional wringer, you’ve earned it. Clear your head with a brisk walk or two, then plan a few catch-ups (or throw an impromptu party!). Debriefing with friends is just the tonic you need. STAR TIP Concerts…

Death and money – they’re two subjects most people would prefer not to talk about. But you’ll need to face both to create a will, which is something nearly half of Australian adults haven’t done. While it isn’t a pleasant thing to think about, making a plan for what will happen when you die is important, or you’ll create added stress for your loved ones when you pass away. Not having a will means you’ll die intestate, and your property, possessions and assets will be distributed by the government, rather than according to your wishes. A will not only divides up your assets, it can also cover plans for your funeral, how your kids will be cared for and any charity donations you wish to make. It’s a legal document…

PUMPKIN, TOMATO & FETA MUFFINS MAKES 8 PREP 15 MINS COOK 30 MINS • 1 cup roughly chopped pumpkin • 2 tbsp water • 1½ cups self-raising flour • ½ tsp baking powder • ¼ cup feta, crumbled • ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes • 2 tbsp snipped chives • 1 tbsp caster sugar • 1 cup milk • 2 eggs •1/3 cup oil • 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard • tomato chutney, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Line 8 Texas muffin pan recesses with baking paper. 2 Microwave pumpkin and water, covered, on High (100%) 4-5 mins. 3 Meanwhile, sift flour and baking powder together into a large bowl. Stir in pumpkin, feta, tomatoes, chives and sugar. 4 Make a well in the centre of the ingredients. Pour…

MOVIE THE NORTHMAN If you’re a fan of TV’s Vikings, this equally epic historical action thriller should appeal. Plus, it has an A-list cast that includes Nicole Kidman, Alexander Skarsgard, Anya Taylor-Joy and Ethan Hawke. It tells the story of Prince Amleth and his quest for revenge for the murder of his father. IN CINEMAS Thursday BOOK GO GENTLY by Bonnie Wright The Harry Potter star has put together this guide packed with tips and suggestions for how to lead a more sustainable life. With practical advice, it’s a user-friendly way to make a difference at home. OUT TUESDAY (Hachette Australia, $49.99) PODCAST A JOURNEY THROUGH AUSSIE POP An in-depth special about ’90s Australian girl group Girlfriend is the latest focus of this retro music series, which has also featured…

Britney Spears made no secret of the fact she was keen to have more kids after her conservatorship ended. So it didn’t come as a huge surprise when the star announced on April 11 that she and fiance Sam Asghari, 28, are expecting their first child together. “So I got a pregnancy test… and uhhhhh well… I am having a baby,” the 40-year-old singer told fans in an Instagram post. “This time I will be doing yoga every day!!! Spreading lots of joy and love!” Famous friend Paris Hilton was one of the first to send her best wishes to Brit. Due to Britney’s wordy caption, some fans weren’t entirely sure whether the popstar was announcing a real baby, or whether her cryptic post was merely a joke about overindulging…

James Packer’s ex-wife Erica is rarely seen these days, but it seems a temporary break in Sydney’s wet weather was a cause for celebration as she headed to Bondi Beach with the couple’s three children. The Packers’ grown-up brood – Indigo, 13, Jackson, 12, and Emmanuelle, nine – were happily walking alongside their mum, enjoying the sand and welcome sunshine. Jackson, the couple’s only son, turned heads – he’s looking a lot like his famous billionaire father. It’s the first time 44-year-old Erica – who is now based in Malibu, California – has been back on Australian soil since 2020. Since divorcing James in 2013, the former singer and model has chosen to stay away from the spotlight, but appeared relaxed on the family day out.…

Ally Eley is using the criticism she received from her Year 5 teacher to spur her on to succeed on The Voice this season. “It was devastating that someone with such an opportunity to inspire and encourage children decided to do the opposite, but it also pushed me a lot,” says the 19-year-old university student, who was just nine years old when the teacher told her she couldn’t sing. Now, the Victorian-based teen is hoping her detractor is one of the million-plus viewers who tune in to the hit reality show this year. “I want her to see the impact she had on me as a kid,” Ally tells Woman’s Day. And she hopes sharing her story will help others struggling with confidence issues. “I’d love kids out there to…

They’ve got some of biggest brains in television, but behind the scenes The Chasers are living large, too! Here, Woman’s Day delves into the unconventional – and surprising – lives of the stars of your favourite quiz show, Seven’s The Chase! MARK LABBETT ‘MY LIFE SHOULD BE A SOAP!’ When Mark Labbett revealed his staggering 63kg weight loss last year, images of a slimmed down star generated headlines around the world. But what may be even more surprising to some is his very unconventional personal life! Mark, 56, who is known on the show as The Beast, was married to Katie, who also happened to be 26 years his junior – and his second cousin! After meeting online in 2010, the pair married four years later, however it wasn’t until…

The lovable odd couple! AMANDA SAYS Tilly and Max come through and are rather hilarious. Tilly tells me she’s definitely the bossy one and Max is rather chilled out. Tilly says she actually belongs to Marcia’s daughter, but stays with Marcia and her husband. Max shows me he doesn’t like going for walks and will flatten himself out on the ground when he doesn’t want to go! But Tilly couldn’t be more excited for hers. They both show me they often see Marcia’s mum and dad, and two dogs come through, Rara and Ki. The two retrievers show me they both passed at very old ages – 16 and 17. Tilly and Max love when they visit. They both thank Marcia for the fabulous food, especially the chicken. Marcia’s dad…

Sometimes the idea of exercise just seems like too much of a commitment when you’re time-poor. The good news is, you don’t have to sweat it out for intense hour-long gym sessions to get – and stay – physically well, says accredited exercise physiologist Amy Harding. “Small amounts of exercise can still prove to be valuable for your health,” says Amy. “There is evidence to suggest that breaking up exercise into smaller bouts can still lead to improvements in overall fitness. For example, a 10-minute HIIT (high-intensity interval training) session can be just as beneficial as a 30-minute walk.” If high intensity isn’t your style, you can squeeze in valuable bursts of physical activity without dramatically overhauling your schedule, thanks to the wonders of incidental exercise. WHAT IS IT? Incidental…

SKINCARE MYTH ‘I should exfoliate every day’ Although exfoliation is key to keeping your skin clear of impurities and dead skin, over-exfoliating can damage the skin’s barrier. “You only need to exfoliate once or twice a week with a chemical exfoliant such as AHAs,” explains Dr Leona Yip at Dermal Therapy. “Over-exfoliating disrupts skin barrier function and increases risk of skin irritation.” MYTH ‘If there is SPF in my moisturiser, I don’t need to apply it separately’ Adding SPF to your daily beauty regimen is a must, especially in Australia. “[This is] one of the biggest skincare myths of all time!” explains Dr Yip. “Regardless of whether you apply a moisturiser with SPF, a sunscreen product needs to be applied separately. Think of moisturiser with SPF as a bonus –…

RISSOLES WITH BEETROOT SALAD SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 10 MINS • 500g beef mince • ¾ cup breadcrumbs • ½ red onion, grated • 1 egg, whisked • 1 tbsp balsamic glaze • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 1 tbsp olive oil • 8 small slices bread, toasted • ½ cup horseradish mayo • 1 tbsp chopped dill SALAD • 440g can beetroot wedges, drained • 1 orange, peeled, segmented, juice reserved • 60g baby spinach leaves • ½ red onion, finely sliced • 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds 1 In a bowl, combine mince, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, glaze and garlic. Season to taste and mix well. Shape mixture into 8 even patties. 2 Heat a barbecue plate or frying pan on high. Brush with oil. Cook patties 3-4…

The Flight Attendant THURSDAY, 9PM, FOXTEL FOX ONE Kaley Cuoco returns as Cassie Bowden in the second season of the comedy thriller. Well, she actually plays four versions of the flight attendant-turned-CIA asset. Finding herself caught up in yet another international intrigue, Cassie interacts with alternate versions of herself in her mind in an attempt to make sense of it all. Expect all the zingy dialogue, flashy international locations and plot twists you enjoyed first time round. Russian Doll WEDNESDAY, NETFLIX Talk about raising the stakes – after the time loop in season one in which Nadia (Natasha Lyonne) kept finding herself back at her birthday party every time she “died”, the universe has an even more extreme experience in store. Four years on, Nadia is thrust back in time…

TOYS’R’ ISLA! ISLA FISHER The Aussie actress raided the toy box for an outfit for the orange carpet at the 2022 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards. She looks toy-tally stunning! WILD NIGHTS ROD STEWART & PENNY LANCASTER Lay one on me, baby! The veteran rocker and his wife are still as loved-up as ever. The pair were spotted smooching while leaving an event in London. Royal tastes PRINCE CHARLES The future king put his tastebuds to the test trialling out some special cheese while visiting Cumbria in the UK. From the look on his face he was onto a winner! Now, how do we get this un-brie-lievable job?! Paw-fect match! EMMA WATKINS Dressed in matching coats, the former Wiggle and her pup braved the rain for a walk, all while looking…