Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 50, 2022 i Woman's Day

There's no escaping it, the silly season is well and truly here - and as always Woman's Day has you covered. We've got the very best scoops - here's hoping Brooklyn Beckham doesn't get in the way of his famous father's holiday plans (see p28), and of course our test kitchen has been working on recipes galore! In our Wellness section this week, we've called on experts to offer some incredibly important advice about navigating family Christmas after change. From death, divorce and empty nests, therapist Jana Firestone explains how best to approach the big day with some refreshingly realistic advice. That said, whether you celebrate Christmas or not, it's important to look after yourself - we all deserve a break!…

Celebrity news LONDON CALLING After a busy year of globetrotting, George Clooney was looking forward to keeping things close to home. After all, he recently dropped $1.5 million on extensive renovations to make his long-time LA bachelor pad more family-friendly for his wife Amal and five-year-old twins Alex and Ella. Sources note George, 61, spent most of last year in Australia and then hit the promotional trail hard for Ticket To Paradise and is now very much looking forward to accepting a little work locally, but more importantly - putting his feet up and watching his children grow. Unfortunately for George, his London-based wife has other ideas! Insiders reveal Amal, 44, has taken one look at the education system in the US and is running for the hills. “She wants…

Celebrity news Delta Goodrem's making a list - and checking it twice! - of people she wants to catch up with over the festive season, and at the top of it is her good friend Keith Urban. According to an insider, the 38-year-old singer is thrilled her former The Voice co-judge is back home after kicking off his Australian tour last week. “Keith and Delta go way back and they've got a lot of time for each other,” a source tells Woman's Day of the stars. “They really bonded on the set of The Voice over the years, which is no surprise - they have very similar personalities and approach their music in the same dedicated way.” REUNITING IN OZ But a catch-up over Christmas drinks won't be the first…

Celebrity news HOT OFF THE PRESS • HOT OFF THE PRESS HOT OFF THE PRESS • HOT OFF THE PRESS By the time December rolls around, most of us have Michael Buble and Mariah Carey's Christmas songs stuck in our heads. But despite their pockets being full of more royalties than Santa could fit into his sleigh, insiders reveal the duo have long-simmering tensions over who is number one when it comes to being Christmas royalty. It was recently revealed that Mariah, 52, came dashing through the courts in a bid to become the official “Queen of Christmas,” but her lawyers failed to make her Yuletide dreams come true. While the hitmaker is synonymous with the festive season, with her holiday hit All I Want For Christmas Is You a…

Celebrity news only in woman's Day It was the show that cleverly walked the fine line between heartbreak and hilarity. Mother And Son captured the hearts of Australia - we couldn't get enough of second guessing Maggie Beare, played by the lovable late Ruth Cracknell, wondering if she was losing her marbles, was on the borderline of dementia, or just simply cunning as she jousted, bickered and played mind games with her longsuffering son Arthur, played by the incomparable Garry McDonald, now 74. So loved was Mother And Son, created and written by Geoffrey Atherden, it lasted a staggering 10 years, won countless awards and was duplicated all around the world. FINDING THE FUNNY “I just had the perfect cast,” says writer and the show's creator Geoffrey Atherden. “They made…

An enormous pay increase is said to be the real reason why Tracy Grimshaw refused to hug her replacement as she left the A Current Affair studio after her last episode. The 62-year-old veteran made headlines when she appeared to snub Allison, who had her arms outstretched for a hug as Tracy made her way down the Nine corridor for the final time. Instead, the departing host made a beeline for Karl. While Tracy's public excuse was that she felt “overwhelmed” by the spectacle of her farewell and Karl's “boofhead” was blocking her view, insiders say there was much more to it than disorientation. “Tracy was annoyed when she got wind that they are paying Ally more than they paid her,” a top Nine source tells Woman's Day, seemingly confirming…

Xmas in chaos! The festive season is David Beckham's favourite time of year. “I have always loved Christmas. It's always been an incredibly special time for me and the family,” says the former footballer. But the Beckhams' happy celebration is under threat this year thanks to the ongoing feud between Victoria and daughter-in-law Nicola Peltz. David says it's always been a family rule that the couple and their kids, Brooklyn, 23, Romeo, 20, Cruz, 17, and Harper, 11, spend Christmas in their homeland of England. “Even when we were in LA or Madrid, we would always come back to UK to spend Christmas here. This country comes alive during this time and this period is about sharing with loved ones,” says David, 47. But sources say Brooklyn's 27-year-old wife Nicola…

only in Woman's Day It was June 12, 1968, and two-year old Kathy Wrethman sat on the front steps swinging her legs and eating a lolly. She and her mum Mary had just dropped big brother Angus off at school and back home, Kathy was in the front yard while her mum nipped inside quickly. Kathy's baby sister Maria snoozed next to her in the pram. Just three weeks before, the Wrethmans had arrived in Dundas, Sydney, from the UK. “Dad had left the military and wanted to make a new life for us” Kathy, now 56, exclusively tells Woman's Day. “He told Mum that Australia was the lucky country.” TAKEN FROM HOME But that day was anything but lucky for the Wrethman family, because when Mary came back outside,…

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When it comes to finding the best togs, it's important to ask the experts! For the past four gears, Amazon Australia has partnered with Starlight Children Foundation, appointing 10 of their kids as official “Plagmakers” to choose which of the hundreds of thousands of togs and games on amazon.com.au make the grade for their Top 100 tog list. This year, the kids were also challenged to become filmmakers, by using the toys to create their own characters, storylines and dialogue for a stop-motion toy movie. Also joining the cast were Aussie stars Charli Robinson and Johnny Ruffo who lent their voices to the project. Here are some of the top toy trends for 2022… RAINY DAY FUN Nerf Elite 2.0 Motoblitz Blaster $69 amazon.com.au TO THE MEGAVERSE AND BEYOND VTech…

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Everyday food ROCKY ROAD ICECREAM 'PUDDING' SERVES 10 PREP 15 MINS + OVERNIGHT FREEZING COOK 5 MINS • 2 litres chocolate ice-cream, softened but not melted • 1 cup frozen raspberries • ½ cup roasted salted peanuts, chopped • ½ cup mini marshmallows • 133g Oreos, roughly chopped • 100g white chocolate, melted • chopped rocky road mallow biscuits, frozen cherries, for decoration 1 Lightly grease 10-cup capacity freezerproof bowl with plastic wrap. 2 Scoop ice-cream into a separate bowl and fold in raspberries, peanuts, marshmallows and Oreos. 3 Pour rocky road mixture into Lined bowl, smoothing it with a spoon or spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for 4-6 hours or overnight. 4 To serve, carefully remove moulded ice-cream from tin and remove plastic wrap. Place pudding on a…

Behind the scenes Your entertainment backstage pass! It's a fairytale ending for Tina Bursill to be back on stage in Cinderella, after a year when almost everything went heartbreakingly wrong for the Doctor Doctor favourite. First, a burst pipe flooded her old family home, destroying precious memories of her late, much-loved parents. And then, adding injury to insult, the Prisoner and Skyways veteran broke her foot. Spending six weeks in a moon boot wasn't much fun. But it did give the vibrant TV, film and theatre star time to take stock of her brilliant 51-year career telling women's stories. FUN MEMORIES There was the time cute child actors Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan appeared with Tina on Skyways, assuring her their giant pet spider wouldn't bite. “I thought, ‘Gee, you'll…

Grand Designs host Kevin McCloud clearly had a grand plan! It's been revealed the 63-year-old British TV star recently snuck away to tie the knot with his partner Jenny Jones. “They're just back from honeymoon,” spilled one of the presenter's friends. According to reports, the design guru has been dating the business woman since 2021, after parting ways with his wife of 23 years, interior designer Suzanna McCloud, in 2019. The father-of-four is notoriously private when it comes to his personal life and is yet to comment on his wedding news.…

TV bosses are scrambling to find a new gig for Lisa Wilkinson to justify her massive paycheque after she jumped ship from The Project. Sources say the 62-year-old - who signed a new multimillion-dollar, multi-year contract extension with Ten in 2021 - may just be forced to do additional odd jobs at the network including reality shows like The Real Love Boat or I'm A Celebrity. “I'm not leaving Ten and we're looking at some very exciting work ideas ahead,” Lisa said in November when announcing her exit from the news show. But according to TV insiders, there aren't many other options left for her. “Management are scratching their heads. They're not sure where to use Lisa - they don't want to just waste all that money. They're wondering if…

Following Sarah Harris' bombshell announcement that the 41-year-old will be joining the new-look panel on The Project, Studio 10's remaining talent are scrambling to replace her! Woman's Day hears that while Ten stalwart Angela Bishop, 55, has put her hand up for the hosting role, former presenters and real-life best friends, Jessica Rowe, 52, and Denise “Ding Dong” Drysdale, who turns 74 this week, may make a bombshell return in a last-ditch effort to revitalise the sinking program. 'Ten has tried its way and it hasn't worked' “Angela Bishop has proven time and time again that she has what it takes to host the show,” TV expert and former Studio 10 executive producer Rob McKnight exclusively tells Woman's Day. “But that would leave a huge gap on the entertainment front.…

Psychics KEEP IN TOUCH WITH MITCHELL ONLINE! Visit mitchellcoombes.com Q I still have feelings for my ex-partner and the father of my children. We are friends and neither of us has moved on. Can you see us reuniting? Also, will I ever have the security of owning my own home? jo MITCHELL SAYS I feel you will always remain friends, but I don't feel you will rekindle your relationship together. I'm picking up on the reason why you've both found it hard to move on is because you shared a past life. You were drawn back together to complete unfinished soul lessons - but now your karma is complete and it's time for you both to move on. There is a lovely older man in Spirit from your mother's side.…

CALL AMANDA DE WARREN! Visit amanda dewarren.com for phone reading information. I loved listening to Mum's music AMANDA SAYS Rani tells me she has now passed over. She's like the Queen Mother, fussing over everyone. Rani often sees another little dog in spirit, who she did not know, who comes through with Jennifer's mum and dad. The little dog tells me her name is Lucy. Lucy knew Jennifer's mum and dad in this life. Rani says to Jennifer, “Look who I've got here, Mum, it's Lucy.” Lucy says she came to the family as a very young puppy and a stray, and passed at 16 years old. Rani tells Jennifer how much she used to love to sit at her feet and listen to the music when she played the…

Wellness Wellness Be well with woman's Day YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEING THE BEST YOU Astrologer EMMA VIDGEN reveals how your moon sign can help guide you in relationships Dip a toe into the astrology of relationships and Google will tell you it's all about Venus. And while Venus does describe how you relate to other people and what brings you pleasure, I believe it's the Moon that offers the strongest romantic intel. Your Moon sign reveals your most visceral love language. It is how you “do” love before you utter a single word or lay a finger on another person. For this reason, the Moon holds the most potential for helping transform your relationships. Your Moon sign helps shine the light of awareness on what you need as opposed to…

Before rushing out to bug new products, grab a mirror and take a dose look at your scalp to see if you're dealing with any particular issues. That way, you can tailor your product line-up to treat any existing concerns. “The most common scalp conditions are associated with flakiness, dandruff and seborrheic eczema. Dandruff and eczema are of the same family and can flare up with weather temperature changes, stress, infrequent shampooing, excess dairy produce or hormonal changes,” explains trichologist and Philip Kingsley brand ambassador Lisa Caddy. Always read the label and follow the directions for use…

LENTILS, WATERCRESS & ORANGE SALAD SERVES 4-6 PREP 20 MINS • 2 oranges • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil • 3 tsp apple cider vinegar • 2 tbsp cranberry sauce, warmed • 1 bunch watercress, trimmed • 100g feta, crumbed • 400g can lentils, drained, rinsed • ⅓ cup walnuts, toasted, chopped 1 Place a medium strainer over a jug. Using a small sharp knife, cut away peel and white pith of the oranges. Working over the jug, cut oranges into segments allowing juice to strain into jug. Chop segments and add them to fall into the strainer. Set aside to allow the juice to drip into the jug. You should have¼ cup juice. 2 Add oil, vinegar and cranberry to the jug. Using a fork, whisk well. Season. 3 In…

THE NOTEBOOK Many consider this Nicholas' magnum opus - and for good reason! The sprawling epic, starring Rachel McAdams and a thenunknown Ryan Gosling has it all - laughs, tears, fights, and probably the most devastating ending ever. BINGE, PARAMOUNT+, AMAZON PRIME DEAR JOHN Kickstarting the careers of Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried, this film, which centres around a couple struggling to keep their long-distance love alive through letters, packs a real emotional wallop, which is a feat given the stars are hardly in any scenes together. NETFLIX, AMAZON PRIME, BINGE, STAN A WALK TO REMEMBER While critically panned upon its release in 2002, this Mandy Moorestarring film has gone on to earn a cult following due to its emotionally charged story and catchy soundtrack that will be in your…

It's not enough that these actors and presenters entertain us on the small and big screens, they also want to share their musical talents! Always seeking the limelight, you can get up close and personal in the mosh pit to see your favourite vet, gardener and weatherman rock out. And it's not just a side hustle - Neighbours veteran Alan tours the UK regularly with his band to sold-out concerts. Take a number and the doctor will entertain you!…

Woman in charge Fans paid a pretty penny to see Prince Harry's better half talk all things empowerment at an event billed as The Power Of Women: An Evening With Meghan, The Duchess Of Sussex in Indiana, US. Royal activists! Combining royal forces, Queen Consort Camilla and Princess Mary attended a reception at Buckingham Palace to raise awareness of violence against women as part of the UN's 16 Days of Activism. Eyes on the prize The Prince and Princess of Wales were welcomed to Boston's City Hall by local officials as part of their three-day trip to the US city. Their visit focuses on the Earthshot Prize, which rewards contributions to environmentalism. It's Sophie Dolittle Sophie, Countess of Wessex, had that magic touch as she mingled with the animals and…

Celebrity news HOT OFF THE PRESS • HOT OFF THE PRESS HOT OFF THE PRESS • HOT OFF THE PRESS They've denied break-up rumours for months, but all signs point to a secret split for James Stewart and Sarah Roberts. And they still have everyone guessing. On November 29, eagle-eyed fans noticed James had unfollowed the Wog Boys Forever star on Instagram. But after the buzz broke online, James re-followed his wife's account on November 30. Before their online antics, both stars stepped out in Sydney looking grim-faced - with Sarah noticeably not wearing her wedding ring. Sarah also opted to celebrate her 38th birthday in Melbourne with family rather than with her husband of three years. It's reported the actors - who haven't been seen in public together in…

Nearly two years after the shock announcement of their split, Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have finally reached a settlement in their billion-dollar divorce. The settlement will see Kim, 42, receive $293,000 each month in child support from Kanye, 45, and despite numerous attempts on each side to gain full custody, the pair will continue to share joint custody of their four children, North, nine, Saint, six, Chicago, four, and Psalm, three. The seemingly amicable agreement and their decision to avoid a trial - which had been set for January - follows months of slanging matches between them. Earlier this year, Kanye took to social media to accuse his ex-wife of keeping their children from him, and sent a series of threats to her former boyfriend Pete Davidson.…

Outback Wrangler star Matt Wright was released on bail on November 29 after he was charged by Northern Territory police over a February helicopter crash that killed his friend and co-star Chris “Willow” Wilson. The 43-year-old reality star will face court accused of attempting to pervert the course of justice, destroying evidence, interfering with witnesses and unlawful entry. The reality star - who is featured on Outback Wrangler, Matt Wright's Wild Territory and Wild Croc Territory - “strenuously denies” any wrong doing in the tragic incident, which saw father-of-two Chris, 34, killed collecting crocodile eggs while suspended 30 metres from the helicopter in a sling before it crashed in a remote swamp in West Arnhem Land in the NT. Matt's legal team say he will be “vigorously defending the charges”…

Friends have paid tribute to Australia's first - and favourite - celebrity doctor Dr James Wright. The beloved TV personality, author and Woman's Day columnist, died peacefully in his sleep late last month, 10 years after his wife of 57 years Noreen passed away similarly, and just days before his 95th birthday. The Morning Show's Peter Ford led the tributes, calling him a “remarkable human being”. “He was great TV talent… he was always so affable and charming and funny,” he added, while 2GB's Ben Fordham called him “eccentric, intelligent and a joy to be around.” Dr Wright, whose real name is Dr John F Knight - as a doctor, he was unable to use his real name in the media - first rose to fame when he appeared as…

Since becoming besties a decade ago, Kyran O'Donnell and Bill Cooper have had a heap of fun and now they're showing the world how it's done in hilarious videos. “We love pranking and doing silly things to make each other laugh,” Bill says, admitting he's no stranger to bursting into song or busting moves in supermarket aisles. “One of my favourite pranks was catching Kyran unaware when he was asleep and attaching a wax strip to his beard!” The funny duo from Mildura, Victoria, became great mates after Kyran started dating Bill's older sister Lucy. They soon began posting their impromptu hilarity on the family WhatsApp group and then three years ago, they went public. “We put up a clip of me doing a happy dance in the back of…

Trotting through the corridors at Capecare's nursing home in WA's south-west, Chief gives the odd sniff or two and looks around before deciding to settle on resident Norma's lap. The six-year-old labradoodle is joined by his owner Kathy Jackson, who just can't get enough of her adorable pooch. “He'll sit on a resident's lap while she watches TV and has a cup of tea. He absolutely loves the pats,” Kathy, 49, tells Woman's Day. “Some of the residents can't remember their immediate family, so seeing Chief helps them bring back their younger memories of having a dog.” Kathy has been volunteering at local nursing homes for 10 years, bringing in her trained therapy pups Chief and Sarge, now passed, to help support residents. “Rather than an elderly person just seeing…

For more on astrology, feng shui and space clearing, visit jennyblume.com.au Sagittarius NOV 23-DEC 22 As the celestial tide begins to turn, many Archers should feel a fresh surge of optimism. If you've been mulling over a creative project or clever business idea, start making plans. With Mercury shifting into your money zone, it might just work. STAR TIP Carry a small citrine or amethyst crystal for luck and protection. JUDI DENCH The beloved actress turns 88 on December 9. We hope her long-time “chap” David Mills has something special planned! Capricorn DEC 23 - JAN 20 It's not just your enthusiasm on the up and up, but your social life as well. By Friday, you should be in fine form, and as Venus spins into the spotlight, romantic sparks…

Wellness Be well with Woman's Day YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEING THE BEST YOU Christmas is often seen as a time for festive cheer, but for some, it can also bring stress, disappointment and loneliness. “For those that have had shifts in relationships, employment, experienced losses or perhaps haven't seen the changes they would have liked to over the year, this can be an incredibly jarring and distressing time,” says Jana Firestone, therapist and host of The Curious Life podcast. Flere are some techniques for navigating this often tricky time of year. AFTER A BEREAVEMENT “The first holiday without a loved one is especially difficult” Jana explains. “Their absence is so keenly felt and it's one of many very' challenging 'firsts'. Spend that first Christmas telling stories about the person who…

DRESS WITH DENIM Blazers styled back with a crisp white tank or tee and jeans look effortlessly chic and put together. Wear with trainers for off-duty style, or elevate the look with heels and a statement bag to take the look out on the town. COLOUR BLOCK Get more bang for your buck from a bold coloured suit by mixing the jacket or pants with a contrasting shade and embracing the season's colourblocking trend. CLASSY COVER-UP Take a break from the tailored effect of suiting by pairing your blazer with a floaty summer dress or skirt. This combo is a great way to elevate your look while keeping it fresh and summery.…

TIP If making without alcohol, swap Frangelico Land Kahlua for 3 tbsp orange juice. CARAMEL MACCHIATO TIRAMISU MAKES 4 PREP 30 MINS • 1 cup strongly brewed black coffee, cooled • 1 tbsp Frangelico • 2 tbsp Kahlua • 250g mascarpone, room temperature • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 1 cup thick vanilla custard • 1 cup thickened cream, chilled • 600g caramel mud cake • cocoa powder, salted caramel sauce, to decorate 1 In a shallow dish, combine coffee and liqueurs and stir to combine. Set aside. 2 In a Large bowl, mix mascarpone and vanilla until smooth. Add custard. Use a large spoon or spatula to gently fold together. 3 In another bowl, whip cream until firm peaks. Add half the cream to mascarpone mixture. Gently fold to combine…