Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 35, 2022 i Woman's Day

What’s your dream holiday? It’s the question the Woman’s Day team have been asking ourselves this week as we launch our incredible competition to win $10,000 (p26). Me? I’m ready to be transported somewhere totally magical like the Northern Lights or saddle up at a Yellowstone-style ranch in Montana - which just happens to be Deputy Editor Josh’s worst nightmare! Our resident foodie is heading straight to Italy to dine on local delicacies and soak up the culture, while Entertainment Editor Wade is planning to put some serious distance between him and home, heading out on Route 66. Whether you win or not, you can enjoy some armchair travel with our guide to the Grampians (p66). Happy dreaming!…

Royal news BEHIND PALACE WALLS With Netflix champing at the bit to get their pound of flesh from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's lucrative TV deal, insiders are speculating the couple are being forced to go to extraordinary lengths to keep their bosses happy after failing to produce worthy content. Last week, sources in UK magazine Heat revealed the pair were considering renewing their vows in the US, more than four years after their $50 million Windsor wedding. EMPTY PROMISES But the more sceptical among royal experts have hinted that if the reports are true, it might be the couple’s attempt to film some must-see footage for their upcoming Netflix documentary series. “It will be a second honeymoon, too, I’m told,” says Harry’s biographer Angela Levin. “I am sure…

The sad break-up between former A-list acting couple Alice Evans and Ioan Gruffudd is becoming messier. It seems Alice may have exposed herself to legal action after posting about her situation on social media. A restraining order was brought against her earlier this month by her estranged husband, star of ABC’s Harrow. The former couple, who met on the set of Disney’s 102 Dalmatians in 2000, tied the knot in 2007 and split in March 2021, are in the middle of a headline-making divorce, which saw Ioan, 48, have the 54-year-old mother-of-two banned from mentioning him on social media for three years after she slammed him online. But Alice, who shares daughters Ella, 12, and Elsie, eight, with the Welsh actor, seemingly ignored the court order, taking to Instagram earlier…

Sources say Aussie model Gabriella Brooks is “heartbroken” after she and actor boyfriend Liam Hemsworth split after a nearly three-year romance. “He didn't want to be tied down,” a source says of the 32-year-old former Neighbours star, who reportedly called time on the relationship “a couple of months ago” and is now keen to focus on work. Gabriella, 26, had previously gushed about the romance. “My personal relationship is very, very important and very sacred to me,” she said last year of Liam and his family. “They are the most beautiful people and I'm very lucky to know them.” And sources say the Hemsworths felt Gabriella was a much better match for him than his ex-wife, Miley Cyrus. “His family approves of her and really likes her, which is very…

Celebrity news Beloved entertainer Johnny Ruffo has shared an update on his cancer battle by marking a heartbreaking milestone. “Exactly five years to the day since my diagnosis,” the 34-year-old actor wrote on Instagram on August 7. But despite the emotional occasion, Johnny’s determination to overcome the deadly disease is still unwavering, with him adding, “Still fighting this son of a b**ch. Thanks for all the support.” His girlfriend Tahnee Sims, who has been by his side ever since his initial diagnosis, also marked the milepost on her own account, writing that she was “in awe” of her boyfriend of seven years “every single day” “Still a huge battle ahead but a major milestone reached that was at times uncertain. Grateful for you always,” the 28-year-old continued. ‘I will dig…

The Gold Coast’s Jenny finds foreman Keith’s advice a hard pill to swallow, with the feisty apprentice chippy, 25, giving the tough tradie a piece of her mind during a challenge, saying she doesn’t appreciate the way he speaks to her! After the crew were finally able to diffuse the situation, tensions reach fever pitch when Keith shuts down their site with less than 24 hours to go until their room reveal. “I’m sick of this sh*t,” Jenny screams following the fiery confrontation.…

Mia Healey Sydney-born Mia is generating rave reviews for her turn as the troubled Shelby Goodkind in Amazon Prime’s mega-hit The Wilds - and word is she’s being touted as the next Margot Robbie. Thanks to her movie star looks, expect to see the 22-year-old pop up on a Lot of magazine covers in the future. Dichen Lachman You may remember her as Katya Kinski from Neighbours, but the Nepalese-born Australian actress, 40, has stepped out from the confines of Ramsay Street to go and make waves in Hollywood! Dichen recently starred with Chris Pratt in the blockbuster Jurassic World Dominion and Ben Stiller-directed Severance. Next, you’ll see her in Steven Brand’s Joe Baby. Jacob Elordi Jacob Elordi His is a name you might have heard quite a lot over…

FUGU Japanese fugu, otherwise known as blowfish, can be so deadly to eat that only highly trained and licensed chefs can prepare it. Just a pinhead amount of the wrong section of the fish contains enough poison to kill 30 people, but that doesn’t stop fans paying hundreds of dollars to eat a single serve. CASU MARZU Also known as maggot cheese, this is a traditional Sardinian dish where sheep’s milk cheese is filled with live insect larvae to enhance the flavour. The acid from the maggots’ digestive system breaks down the cheese’s fats, and the dish is considered an aphrodisiac. BURGOO A type of spicy stew popular in Kentucky, also known as roadkill ragu, this casserole was traditionally made with any kind of meat found in the I wilderness…

Psychics KEEP IN TOUCH WITH MITCHELL ONLINE! Visit mitchellcoombes.com Q It’s coming up to another anniversary of losing my dad. I did not like how my brother handled things at the end. Did my dad know l was there and not happy with what his son did to us all? Is my dad around the people he lOVed? Sharon MITCHELL SAYS Your beautiful dad comes through with a lot of love for you. He looks very well and tells me he no longer has any chest pain. Your dad is smiling, he nods his head and wants to let you know that he knew you were there. He does not want you to be upset or worry about what your brother did. Your dad is saying “thank you” for looking…

Psychics It’s not your fault, Mum AMANDA SAYS Alfie comes straight to me and says he has unfortunately passed. He shows me the wild storm that raged that night, how he managed to escape and how he was sadly attacked by another dog. He wants Narelle to know it was not her fault and that he loves her still just as much as he did when he was alive. Alfie misses his human dad, who he utterly adored, and tells me about the chair he would often sit in with him. Alfie tells me his brother Teo, who was born in the same litter, is still alive and they connect often, which brings his sibling a great sense of peace. Teo and Alfie will be turning eight soon. NARELLE SAYS…

Be well with Woman's Day YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEING THE BEST YOU From Juno star Elliot Page to hair maestro Jonathan Van Ness, a number of stars have been bringing gender into the conversation by coming out as non-binary. You're probably aware that gender is far more fluid than simply being male or female. And if you want to be kind and supportive of people who don’t identify as simply a man or woman, then pronouns are a great place to start. While many people may comfortably view themselves as male or female, “nonbinary” or “gender queer” people might feel like a mix of genders or like they have no gender at all. And instead of being referred to as she or he, or him or her, they often…

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Everyday food BASIC VANILLA CUPCAKES WITH BUTTERCREAM MAKES 12 PREP 15 MINS COOK 20 MINS + COOLING • 125g butter, softened • ⅔ cup caster sugar • 2 eggs • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 1½ cups self-raising flour, sifted • ½ cup milk BUTTERCREAM • 125g butter, softened • 1½ cups icing sugar mixture, sifted • 2 tbsp milk • ½ tsp vanilla extract 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease or line a 12-hole (⅓ cup) muffin pan with paper patty cases. 2 In a bowl, using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar together until pale and creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Lightly fold in flour alternately with milk. 3 Spoon mixture evenly into cases. Bake 15-20…

Book corner Our Books Editor Wade Sellers gives us his fave picks for the week! These days, everything happens so quickly in this fast-paced world. Having a smartphone ensures that knowledge (true or false) is always at our fingertips, and this makes us impatient. I mean, we get cranky if we have to wait too long for a coffee! We are ultimately after things that give us a quick fix, but these things can be unrewarding. Designing, building and looking after a garden, on the other hand, requires patience. Each part takes time. And anything that takes time is generally worthwhile. NURTURE FOR REWARDS I liken creating a garden to having a family, a marriage or a career. You need to nurture it for it to be a success. This…

Behind the Scenes Your entertainment backstage pass! Cameron Mackintosh’s new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary show makes its Sydney Opera House debut - and Woman’s Day has the inside scoop, courtesy of the man behind the famous mask. Is there a unique Aussie approach to this production that perhaps differs to the version you did in the West End? Well, Phantom doesn’t drink Bundy Rum, wear thongs or kick a Sherrin, but this production is certainly different to the West End. Sure, we have the iconic music, the chandelier drop and the love triangle, but the whole show is grittier and has a deeper sense of naturalism. What have rehearsals felt like so far? There must be such a sense of relief to finally get this show on stage…

When first approached to do polarising new show Couples Therapy Australia, star Marryam Chehelnabi admits she was nervous. “I considered it deeply and was initially curious about how it could all work,” she tells Woman’s Day of the series that chronicles real-life couples from very different backgrounds undergoing therapy. “It’s never been done before in Australia, and therapy is an inherently safe, private and confidential zone. But once I could see the care and respect they showed for the therapeutic process, I was open to it.” The Sydney-based psychotherapist now considers the role “a privilege”, but says it took her a while to get used to the cameras. “Never in a million years did I think this would ever be a part of my professional career,” she says, before adding…

Ladies who lunch Sophie Turner brought a very cute accessory - her and Joe Jonas’ daughter Willa, two - along to a lunch date in Miami, Florida. Go fetch! Who’s a good boy?! Minnie Driver played fetch with a furry friend before slipping into the sea for a surf session at a Malibu beach. Gere-ing up for the gala Dressed to impress! Richard Gere and his wife of four years Alejandro Silva wowed at the Starlite Porcelanosa gala in Marbella, Spain. Water lot of fun! Nice & Cruzy Her smile says it all! Penelope Cruz looked happy as she enjoyed a dip with her kids, son Leo, 11, and daughter Luna, nine, while holidaying on a luxury yacht off the coast of Portofino, Italy. Put your hands in the air!…

“Rising above it all” is how palace insiders say the Duchess of Cambridge will be treating the upcoming visit from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. The contentious couple last week announced they will be visiting the UK and Germany next month to make appearances in support of several charities and organisations. It’s the first time Kate, alongside husband Prince William, both 40, will come face to face with the Sussexes since Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, where Harry and Meghan were noticeably kept at a distance by senior royals. This time around, insiders insist Kate won’t be succumbing to any drama brought on by the duo and won’t be “pushed around” by Meghan. Adding to Kate’s increasing angst is said to be the fact Harry and Meghan will be…

Speculation is rife that Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown is engaged to her boyfriend of just one year after she was spotted wearing a sparkler on her ring finger. Millie only went public with her 20-year-old man, Jake Bongiovi, who is rocker Jon Bon Jovi’s son, in March this year, just after her 18th birthday. And while the pair have yet to make an official statement, Millie added fuel to the fire by posting an image of Jake to Instagram, captioning it, “Always b my baby.” Aww……

Just six weeks after filing for divorce, supermodel Jerry Hall and Aussie media mogul Rupert Murdoch reached a settlement on August 10. “Jerry Hall and Rupert Murdoch have finalised their divorce. They remain good friends and wish each other the best for the future,” the former couple said in a statement, with Jerry, 66, leaving the six-year marriage with a whopping $430 million, the $19 million Holmwood House in Oxfordshire and another property in France. Rupert, 91, who’s worth a $31 billion, managed to hold onto his $280 million Montana ranch that Jerry requested to have but was denied.…

Proving to be this year’s polarising couple, Melbourne’s Ankur and Sharon manage to rub nearly the entire cast the wrong way this week. Starting from their “undeserved” guest bedroom win, many of the Blockheads feel the pair’s shock decision to play their gnome and pip Dylan and Jenny at the post was a dirty move. To add fuel to the fire, Ankur, 41, and Sharon, 34, fail to show up at a challenge this week, leaving their fellow Blockheads - as well as Scotty and Shaynna - scratching their heads in bewilderment. Despite the couple having an excuse, their angry co-stars are left believing Ankur and Sharon are just running their own race.…

only in Woman’s Day It might be hard to imagine, but for her 75th birthday this week, Aussie acting treasure Rowena Wallace asks that we picture her working at a Queensland bank. Why? Well, if it wasn’t for a chance role at Brisbane’s “amateur” Twelfth Night Theatre in the ’50s, the actress says she’d likely never have pursued a career on the small screen. “I would probably still be working at a bank,” she admits, before bursting into a cackle, joking, “I might have robbed it by now, too,” she laughs, so impressed with her self-branded “naughty jokes” With five TV WEEK Logie awards, including one gold, it certainly is jarring to imagine Rowena, one of this country’s most celebrated actors, approving loans! However, like most things in her life,…

JENNY BLUME predicts your destiny for AUG 22-28 For more on astrology, feng shui and space clearing, visit jennyblume.com.au Leo JUL 24 - AUG 23 Believe in yourself, Leo. Your enterprising nature is about to open doors, so let those feline talents shine. With stylish Venus boosting your charisma, and Mercury enhancing your communication, networking should come naturally. STAR TIP If Living expenses have spiralled of late, draw up a budget this weekend. KRISTEN WIIG It’s a busy time ahead for the Academy Awardnominated star who turns 49 on August 22. Virgo AUG 24 - SEP 23 It’s Little Miss Sunshine! Under the sparkling New Moon, everything should begin to look lighter and brighter. As spring approaches, your greatest danger might be taking on too much, so resist the urge…

Be well with Woman's Day YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEING THE BEST YOU Leading a healthy lifestyle is about more than what you eat or how much exercise you get. One of the single best things that you can do for your wellbeing is to spend lots of time with friends! As we get older, making new friends can also become more challenging. However, that doesn’t mean that you should give up. “Having friends greatly enhances both physical and mental health. In fact, only smoking cessation has a bigger positive effect on health than friendships,” says psychologist Gordon Spence. Not only do friends give you emotional support when you need it, social bonding can also trigger feelgood endorphins and even bolster our immune system. As we head into retirement, our…

“I was raised in Los Angeles as a girl but I always related more to playing ‘cowboys and Indians’ and pretending to shave like my dad. As I got older, I realised I was attracted to women and I couldn’t identify myself as a woman by society’s standards. “I dress in a masculine way and wear sports tops instead of bras - they’re much more comfortable and they flatten my chest. But if you ask my wife, she’ll tell you I also have a softer, feminine side. “I had some friends question if I should become transgender and make the step to become a man but I thought, ‘Why do I need to pick one or the other? I like both aspects of myself.’ “That’s when I really came into…

CUT OUT & KEEP! 3 cost-saving recipes to collect every week PORK LOAVES WITH GARLIC MASH SERVES 4 PREP 15 MINS COOK 25 MINS • 500g pork mince • ¼ cup dried breadcrumbs • ¼ cup grated tasty cheese • 2 green onions, chopped • ½ cup tomato relish, plus extra to serve • thyme leaves, steamed green beans, to serve GARLIC MASH • 750g potatoes, peeled, chunks • 25g butter • 2 green onions, chopped • 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced • ½ cup milk 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease four recesses of a Texas muffin pan. 2 In a bowl, combine mince, breadcrumbs, cheese and onion. Season and mix well. 3 Press mixture evenly into recesses to fill. Spoon over relish. Bake 20-25 mins until cooked…

My eyes are up here! SAM MAC The Accidental Weatherman revealed his racy Regency side while visiting the Queensland Ballet recently. The new leading man in Bridgerton season three, perhaps?! Don’t burst her bubble! RENEE ZELLWEGER Pushing a heavily Loaded trolley at the local supermarket, the Bridget Jones star had all her birthday bases covered with balloons, succulents and even loo paper! Here’s hoping she makes it home without any accidents… MASSAGE, ANYONE? DAVID BECKHAM Form an orderly queue, everyone! Looking very much like a professional masseuse, David is not only a top ex-footballer but he can also knead those knots out, just ask wifey Posh! MOODY MORNINGS LARRY EMDUR & KYLIE GILLIES Those of us in long-term relationships might relate to The Morning Show hosts, who are celebrating 15…

Celebrity news worlds apart RIVAL EVENTS If we ever needed evidence that celebrities are just like us, the Beckham family feud is more than enough. The heavily rumoured rift between Victoria Beckham and her daughter-in-law publicly exploded last week, when Nicola Peltz Beckham all but confirmed the ugly family fallout to Variety magazine. In what was supposed to be a story celebrating Victoria and David’s eldest son Brooklyn’s attempts to become a celebrity chef has turned into a kiss-and-tell for his billionaire wife. Nicola, 27, addressed Woman’s Day’s story that the bride and her mother-in-law fell out late last year in the lead-up to 23-year-old Brooklyn’s wedding in April. At the time sources said former Spice Girl and current fashion designer Victoria, 48, was "offended when Nicola opted not to…

Celebrity news HOT OFF THE PRESS More than co-stars They previously sparked rumours they were meeting for secret dates and Jennifer Aniston and Jon Hamm are doing nothing to dampen the buzz that they’re more than just colleagues! It’s believed the actors “clicked like old pals” during negotiations for the Mad Men actor’s role in the upcoming third season of Morning Wars, and sources say “sparks are flying” between Jen, 53, and her new co-star. “They’ve crossed paths before but she’s always had a husband by her side. Not this time! And there’s no doubt Jon is completely taken by Jen,” says an insider. Jen’s crush on Jon is something that has swirled around Hollywood for some time. Their close bond was on full show at a 2020 Academy Awards…

Hollywood insiders say that after months of talks with film producers, Idris Elba has walked away from the opportunity to replace Daniel Craig as suave spy James Bond. “Fans and [Bond producer] Barbara [Broccoli] wanted Idris but he wants to create something for himself,” says a source close to the 49-year-old Luther star, who Barbara previously said is “magnificent”. “However, Idris has put forward names to play 007.” According to bookmakers, fellow Brit Henry Cavill is now the hot favourite for the role. Fans are keen to see Justice League star Henry slip into Bond’s famous suit, “Henry Cavill without a doubt,” commented one. “Cavill looks the part,” added another. “Time will tell,” says the 39-year-old of the Bond buzz, who auditioned for the part in 2006 before Daniel landed…

“This has been a lifelong dream of mine,” gushed a “thrilled” Pia Miranda when announcing she’s signed on to write her first book. But the actress’ Looking For Alibrandi co-star Matthew Newton may be a little less enthralled at the idea of the 49-year-old star’s upcoming tome - and what she may reveal about him in it! For years rumours have swirled the pair have fallen out over 45-year-old Matthew’s string of scandals and now there’s talk the Survivor Australia champ may address their estranged friendship in her memoir.…

Tristan’s wife set to replace Sarah! In one of the bolder industry moves, Ten is set to make a massive gamble on Studio 10 from this week, with Tristan McManus’ wife Tahyna replacing Sarah Harris! The former actress, 36, will be filling in for Sarah as she makes the jump to 10 News First to replace Sandra Sully for three days. The head-scratching moves comes at a particularly prickly time for the network after Sarah, 41, made a hilarious swipe at her own network during an industry event last week. “So this is what it’s like to have an audience,” the presenter joked to the packed room at the Kennedy Awards, seemingly poking fun at her own show’s lacklustre ratings. While the room was said to have erupted in laughter…

Victorian mum Sarah-Jane has no issue speaking her mind and the feisty blonde is not hesitating to call out Scotty! Last week, the 30-year-old felt the longstanding host, 59, had “copied” her bathroom and was seeing red over his choice of stylings. “We have the same tiles!” she exclaimed upon inspecting his home, before telling her fellow Blockheads, “I need to have words with him.” “I think we’ve got a copycat on The Block!” she went on to tell Scotty, before insisting he had ripped off her and husband Tom’s amenities…

With reno queen and co-host Shelley taking some time away from the Macedon Ranges due to illness this week, two notable faces from 2015’s Reno Rumble season, Kyal and Kara Demmrich, will be stepping into the 46-year-old’s gum boots. According to our on-set spy, they could become more permanent fixtures on The Block site. The fan favourites, who are married with two children, join Scotty in his weekly walkarounds, and are said to have been a huge hit with the exhausted Blockheads with their warm and insightful advice, giving them a much-needed pep in their step. After their appearance on The Block, Kyal and Kara have created a hugely successful homewares and landscaping business, aptly called Kyal & Kara.…

Real life Wes and Shari Hughes always had a big dream to run a farm one day but having zero experience, they didn’t know where to start. Typing “easy farming” into Google, Shari, 37, scrolled down the list until snail farming popped up. She was quickly catapulted back to when husband Wes first won her affections with his quirky cooking. “Wes used to be a chef, and when we started dating, he’d always try and woo me with impressive and different dishes ” Shari tells Woman’s Day. “Having worked with chefs from France where escargot is an excellent appetiser, he knew how to prepare and cook snails to perfection.” One evening, he presented Shari with some slippery little suckers for dinner. The garlicky butter aroma filled her nostrils, and with…

JUMBO TRIVIA Test your wits against our quizmaster and use the ratings at the right to judge how well you’ve fared. 1 What is the name of the latest Thor film starring Chris Hemsworth? 2 Which critically endangered fish is the source of the rarest and most expensive caviar? 3 Who won the second season of MasterChef Australia? 4 Which river runs through the bottom of the Grand Canyon in the USA? 5 In which century was William Shakespeare born? 6 What are the names of the two new Pacific Super Rugby teams? 7 What character did Kylie Minogue play on Neighbours? 8 Chateau Marmont is a hotel in which city? 9 What is 14 squared? 10 By which name is iconic singer Eunice Waymon better known? 11 What is…

For most of us, our pets are part of the family. So when the time comes to say goodbye, the grief can be very real. Author Karen Waldman says the heartbreak felt unbearable after her beloved cocker spaniel Sidnie passed away. “The period of grief I felt losing Sidnie was profound,” she says. “I cried for months and months and felt a part of my life had been ripped from me.” Here are some approaches that can help during this time… • Don’t be afraid to seek out professional help. Karen was so distraught she called Lifeline, or alternatively you could see a counsellor. • Pet cremation services often provide counselling as part of their package. • Join chat or Facebook groups for grieving pet parents. •Surround yourself with friends…

EYES UP If you haven’t been using an eye cream, let us tell you that now is the time! You can’t go wrong with skincare royalty Elizabeth Arden, and this month welcomes its newest launch - a silky eye cream. Formulated with five times the ceramides of the previous Lift & Firm range, this small pot is powered by ceramides, tetrapeptides and edelweiss extract for visibly lifted, firmer and younger-looking eyes in a matter of weeks. Apply morning and night after serum, before moisturiser. DID YOU KNOW? Currently, 20 million makeup remover wipes go to landfills each day, with 86 per cent of beauty consumers using wipes, some up to three times a day, reports Beauty Independent. With their popularity going nowhere, we’re so happy a more sustainable option is…

Everyday food MIDDLE EASTERN-STYLE WARM SALAD SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 10 MINS • 250g packet pearl couscous • ½ cup instant couscous • 1 tbsp olive oil • 2 celery stalks, plus leaves, sliced • 1 tbsp Moroccan seasoning • 2 cups cooked cauliflower florets (or other vegies) • ¼ cup chopped dried apricots • 2 tbsp currants • ⅓ cup chopped almonds • 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest • ¼ cup coriander leaves • lemon wedges, to serve DRESSING • ½ cup natural yoghurt • 2 tbsp tahini • finely grated zest, juice 1 lemon 1 Cook both couscous following packet instructions. Set aside. 2 In a Large frying pan, heat oil on medium. Saute celery and seasoning 2 mins until fragrant. 3 Add cauliflower, dried…