Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 13, 2024 i Woman's Day

When news first broke that the Princess of Wales was battling cancer, I immediately began to think about her young family. Raising three children, including a future king, in the public eye cannot be easy. One thing has become clear in the days since her moving video message: Catherine is a queen in the making, and her strength and stoic approach to life are ones I know will become vital assets to a successful monarchy one day. I believe it is safe to say we all know someone afflicted by cancer, and Catherine’s diagnosis should be used as a timely reminder to hold your loved ones tight, never take life for granted, look after your health, and of course remain vigilant about check-ups where possible, if not for yourself, then…

Funnyman Tommy Little had fans scratching their heads when he shared a snap of himself walking hand-inhand with a toddler and a mystery woman and writing, “Nice to finally meet my biological son last night.” But fans soon worked out what the 39-year-old comedian was playing at. During an awkward moment at one of his 2021 stand-up shows, a woman yelled to Tommy from the crowd, “We went on a date and you never called me back. Oh, and I’m pregnant.” “Then she starts laughing and says, ‘Don’t worry. It’s not yours. We went on a date five years ago,’” says the radio host. “Even though I knew it wasn’t [mine], you do start to doubt everything you’ve done.”…

After a big promotion last year, Today’s Brooke Boney was meant to be the show’s rising star, so when she suddenly resigned, announcing she will be out the door after the Paris Olympic Games, it wasn’t long before warning bells in Brekkie Land started to ring. Speaking exclusively to Woman’s Day, top TV insiders insist Nine “will stop at nothing” to replace Brooke, 36, with someone who can help beat rivals Sunrise – and it might even include a good old-fashioned poach! Sources divulge that bosses at Nine have their eyes on Sunrise golden girl Katie Brown, who at 32 has already proven she is destined to become a TV superstar. “Nine don’t like to take no for an answer and have had Katie on their radar for months,” the…

After 10 years in showbiz, Chris Hemsworth won the hearts of people all over the world last year when he revealed he was stepping away from acting to spend more time with his children. And while at the time, Chris, 40, said his decision wasn’t linked to the shock discovery he made while filming Limitless that his chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease were eight to 10 times higher than most, insiders say filming the series has changed his mindset – and inspired him to write a memoir. Chris found out during gene testing for the show that due to inheriting copies of APOE4 from both his mother and father, he had an increased risk. PUTTING PEN TO PAPER “Chris started jotting down ideas for his book after his 40th last…

Only in Woman’s Day Whatever your idea of a nightmare is, think again. This is how Holly Deane-Johns remembers her time in the notorious Thai prison known as the Bangkok Hilton. “You go into survival mode,” Holly tells Woman’s Day. “The things I saw, I couldn’t believe. You’d look into [other prisoners’] eyes and there was nothing there any more. That was scary as that could be you someday.” Holly, now 52, was arrested in 2000 after being caught with 30 grams of heroin and spent seven years at Lard Yao Women’s Correctional Institution in Chatuchak, Thailand. After growing up in a violent household where drugs were always around, Holly’s own addiction began when she was just 15 after being given heroin by her mother. “I wish I’d never tried…

LOOK FOR REWARDS Is your insurance needing to be renewed? Now is the time to truly shop around and not only consider the price but also look into what perks might be available to help keep the cost of living pressures down. Some insurers, for example, will offer rewards or discounts on everyday expenses such as groceries. Another way to look for rewards is if you have multiple policies with the same insurers – you may get a discount if you “bundle”. INCREASE YOUR EXCESS According to the government site MoneySmart, we should weigh up the difference between having a high premium and low excess, versus the opposite. Excess is the amount of money you have to pay if you need to make a claim. “You may be able to…

The excitement is palpable at Taipei’s wharf. As well as the chance to sail aboard the refurbished Norwegian Jewel on her return to Asia after more than three years (everything’s been revamped, from the chandeliers to the canapes), it’s my first ever cruise. I’m sailing the first four days of the Jewel’s route from Taiwan, through the Philippines, Brunei, Vietnam and Singapore. The sight of the boat up close makes me slightly breathless. She’s sleek, clean and humming with anticipation as we check in. We’re on board early and grab two tables to enjoy our first lunch at Tsar’s Palace restaurant – there’s a party atmosphere and champagne toasts. Excitement grows when word gets out that it’s my first cruise. Most of our group are old hands…

Yung chow fried rice A scrumptious spin on the beloved dish SERVES 2 Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan, then fry off 2 beaten eggs like an omelette. Remove egg from heat and transfer to a plate just before it’s fully cooked and set (it will keep cooking after removal from heat). Heat another tablespoon of oil in same wok/pan over a high heat and fry off 1 small finely diced onion and 1 small peeled and finely diced carrot with a splash of water 2-3 mins. Then add 2 tsp grated fresh ginger root and garlic, 1 tsp grated garlic, ¼ tsp white pepper, ¼ tsp salt and ½ tsp sugar and fry for a further minute until aromatic. Next add 50g leftover…

Former Home And Away star Sam Frost is back on our screens in a new series for 7flix – Jordie, Sam And Ted’s Adventures – alongside her fiance, Survivor star Jordie Hansen, and their one-year-old son Ted. “As a family, we love adventure. We love caravanning. We love doing things a little bit out of the ordinary,” says the 34-year-old of the series, which will follow the trio’s “epic adventure” across Australia. “It’s long days, rough roads,” says Jordie, 26, of the warts-and-all series, which comes off the back of the pair’s podcast Jordie And Sam’s Rural Roadtrip and accompanying YouTube channel on which they documented previous trips. “This is a moment Sam and I will never forget.” And Jordie says he “can’t wait” for their son to “watch these…

When Cosima De Vito quit Australian Idol live on TV during the semi-finals in 2003, it was one of those TV moments that stopped the nation and left a shocked Guy Sebastian and Shannon Noll to fight out the grand final. More than three million fans tuned in to see the 22-year-old Guy take the top prize, leaving Cosima fans crushed. Even then-judge Ian “Dicko” Dickson declared she should have been crowned. That Cosima, now 47, was forced to leave because throat nodules threatened to rob her of her voice was almost forgotten as outraged fans fuelled conspiracy theories and sparked rumours of bad blood between Shannon and Cosima. Viewers were left wondering if Shannon got more votes than Cosima after Guy was announced as one of the two grand…

All grown up! Starring television icons Elizabeth Montgomery and Dick York (and later Dick Sargent), Bewitched was as much a staple of afternoon fun as Anzac biscuits and milk for generations of Aussie kids in the 1960s and ’70s. And now a green light has been given to a big-budget reboot of Bewitched, with former child star Erin Murphy, who played blonde-haired little girl witch Tabitha Stephens, confirming she’s hoping for a part. “I was flooded with emails this morning. I think the timing is right for this one. Hope it gets made and there’s at least a tiny part for me,” she told fans amid news of the reboot. There have been several attempts to bring the classic TV favourite back to life over the years following the success…

Harry’s heartfelt messages AMANDA SAYS Harry tells me he suffered from seizures and the last one took his life. He suffered from a lot of anxiety and tells me he was abandoned and lived on the street for a while. He was in very poor shape when Robyn got him but he didn’t take long to recover from all his problems once he was in her care – he was running around again in no time. Harry loved his human dad and brother too. Robyn’s lovely dad then comes through and brings two other dogs named Murphy and Maddy. Maddy tells me she was still living when Harry arrived and she had to put up with him! Harry tells me he was met by Robyn’s dad and nan (her mum’s…

BALLET FLATS • You don’t need to compromise on style for comfort. Ballet flats are back in this year and pair perfectly with dresses, skirts and trousers. • Neutral hues are a chic way to lighten up black ensembles or tone down coloured or printed pieces. • To jazz things up, opt for detailed finishes and hints of embellishment. LOAFERS • These timeless classics create a sophisticated and preppy finish to cool weather outfits. They pair particularly well with tailored trousers. • For an edgy finish that’s big on comfort, invest in loafers with a chunky heel, as these have the added benefit of good grip. BOOTS • Ankle boots are a versatile and practical choice when dressing for the changing seasons. Pair with skirts and dresses to add a…

TIP For an extra serve of vegies, add fresh kernels from 1 corn cob along with kidney beans in Step 4. TIP Don’t overcook pork or it will lose all its juices. Medium (slightly pink in the centre) is perfect. TIP You could make individual pizzas using small pita bread. Try using the wholemeal variety for added fibre. TIP Serve with a big bowl of fresh salad. TIP Adding grated zucchini or carrot to sauce is great way to include more vegetables for fussy eaters. Photography: Brett Stevens. Styling: Yael Grinham. Food preparation: Sally Courtney.…

Just hours before releasing to the world her emotional video explaining she had cancer, Catherine, Princess of Wales, travelled from London to Windsor Castle for an “emotional” private lunch with her father-in-law. It’s believed Kate was determined to speak to King Charles ahead of her bombshell health revelation so she could check on how the 75-year-old was doing amid his own cancer battle, reports The Sun. It is known that Charles, whose own cancer diagnosis was announced by Buckingham Palace in February, already knew about Kate’s health status ahead of the news being released. But a Windsor insider notes the meeting was nevertheless unprecedented and speaks volumes to the close and supportive relationship between the senior royals. “It is highly unusual for just the two of them to sit down…

Pit stop Great mates and former KIIS FM co-hosts Beau Ryan and Jackie “O” Henderson reunited in Melbourne at the F1 Australian Grand Prix. Gowns & glamour Attending an exhibition about their succession to the throne, Queen Mary and King Frederik of Denmark posed in front of several royal outfits, including their 2004 wedding ensembles. She rains supreme... No amount of rain was going to dampen supermodel Heidi Klum’s spirits on the way to America’s Got Talent auditions in California. Crikey, she’s grown! Oh my, how time flies! Little Grace Warrior turned three last week. “Grace chose wisely when she picked her mama!” gushed proud grandmother Terri. Still flying high Music icon Elton John turned 77 and his loving godson Damian Hurley, son of Elizabeth Hurley, was there to celebrate…

She’s the Hollywood sweetheart with the reputation of being one of the industry’s bubbliest stars. But Goldie Hawn’s son Oliver Hudson’s recent candid comments about his famous mum have threatened to damage her golden image. “My mother was the one that I had almost the most trauma about, interestingly enough, because she was my primary caregiver and I was with her all of the time, so I felt unprotected at times,” Oliver shared on his and actress sister Kate’s Sibling Revelry podcast, while discussing a recent course he’d done “unpacking the patterns that were put upon you from your parents and step-parents”. HARD TIMES “She would be working,” he added of the now-78-year-old. “She had new boyfriends that I didn’t really like. She would be living her life and she…

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH MITCHELL ONLINE! Visit mitchell coombes.com Q My beautiful son passed last year. I’ve been trying to connect with him, but I think I’m just too distraught to receive anything. Heartbroken mum MITCHELL SAYS I’m sorry for your loss, my heart and healing thoughts go out to you. I have your beautiful son here talking to me. He tells me he is always with you, but especially so on those harder days when you need him the most. He is smiling and he looks very well on the other side. Your son is talking about a special T-shirt or jersey you have that belonged to him, and says he hears you talking to him every day. Please give yourself more time and trust his presence is around…

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TIP Pink lady apples are quite sweet, so if you prefer tartness, swap strawberries for 300g frozen raspberries or 1 bunch trimmed and chopped rhubarb. TIP For chocolate sauce, heat ¾ cup cream, ¼ cup milk and ¼ cup sugar until almost boiling. Remove from heat. Add 200g chopped dark chocolate. Set aside to melt. Whisk until smooth. TIP  This fruity galette is the perfect take-along treat for an afternoon with friends. Try serving with vanilla ice-cream, double cream or yoghurt. Photography: Rob Shaw. Styling: Marie Helen Clauzon. Food preparation: Carla Do Carmo.…

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