Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 5, 2025 i Woman's Day

When I come home after a huge day at work, cooking is often the last thing I want to do! But as we all know, eating well is important and takeaway is way too expensive these days to indulge in midweek, so I like to cook in bulk and get at least two nights worth of meals from every cook. Only problem? My husband loves to dig into the leftovers late at night after I’ve gone to bed... anyone else have that issue? If like me, you like to make your leftovers last longer, we’ve got some great ideas for you this week, from delish next day toasted jaffles to easy lunchtime salads that take no time to whip up when the bulk of the cooking is done the night…

Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi have celebrated the arrival of a little girl! Buckingham Palace announced the happy news, revealing that Beatrice, 36, and Edo have called the baby Athena Elizabeth Rose – her middle name a sweet nod to the late Queen. “Our hearts are overflowing with love for you, baby Athena,” Edo wrote on Instagram of his second daughter, who was born on January 22, weighing 2.3kg. The couple are already parents to daughter Sienna, three, while Edo also has a son Wolfie, eight, with his ex-fiancee.…

So dissatisfied with her unhappy ending on MAFS, Woman’s Day hears that controversial bride Lauren has fled the country in a bid to escape the ensuing drama! Our source, who is close friends with the Brisbane-based entrepreneur, says Lauren was left feeling “grossed out” by the whole experience, and after the marriage to her second husband collapsed spectacularly, she decided she just wanted to get away from it all. “Lauren genuinely went on the show to find love, I know it sounds difficult to believe, but she did,” the source says. “She was heartbroken with how it all panned out.” We’re told Lauren is so bereft that she’s refused to hand over her socials to Nine, which is usually a prerequisite for anyone joining the show, in order for producers…

Guy Pearce and Carice van Houten have sadly confirmed they’ve gone their separate ways after almost a decade together. Game Of Thrones star Carice, 48, took to Instagram to confirm the news, “I don’t usually engage in discussions about my personal life, but because of a number of conclusions in the media last week regarding my relationship with Guy, I wanted to make something clear,” she began. ”He and I are great friends and love each other very much, but we haven’t been a couple for years.” She added that the former couple are focused on “raising the true love of our lives”, their beautiful son Monte. Rumblings of a split began when Guy, 57, referred to his ex-wife of 18 years, Kate Mestitz, as “the greatest love of my…

Opening an ice-cream store in Sydney isn’t all Tyra Banks has planned for her new life Down Under. According to showbiz sleuths, the doyenne of reality TV, 51, who has been secretly living in Sydney for months, has been dreaming up a career comeback! “Tyra simply loves being a big fish in a small pond and she’s literally got every TV and radio show banging on her door begging for her attention. It’s been years since she’s been able to pick and choose when it comes to her career and she’s ready to flex her creative muscles. “She’s being extremely discreet about the shows who’ve approached, but it’s safe to assume most of the reality shows want her on as a judge or a cameo. She’s even had offers to…

Would you believe... Get Smart first hit our screens back in 1965? The spy spoof quickly became a favourite with Aussie families. And with its resurgence through reruns in the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s, the comedy cemented itself as a TV classic. Woman’s Day investigates the beloved series. Don & Barbara’s height difference caused an issue Barbara Feldon, aka Agent 99 on the sitcom, says she felt “intimidated” being taller than co-star Don Adams, who played Maxwell Smart. “When we did the pilot and first stood on our marks, he looked up and saw me. He was not terribly pleased,” says Barbara, who went barefoot and slouched in scenes to minimise the difference. The two stars barely spoke Barbara admits she and Don had “incredible chemistry” on camera. But real…

When Natalie and Kahn from Bunbury, WA, first heard they were expecting quadruplets, their emotions moved between terror and delight. “For two years we couldn’t fall pregnant,” Kahn recalls with a laugh. “Then we were a basketball team!” Fast-forward nearly five years, and the quads – Maddison, Marley, Frankee and Maioha (pronounced My-oh-ha) – are preparing to start school. “Maddy and Maioha are the most excited,” says mum, Nat, 35. “I just hope they all shine individually, despite being known as ‘the quads’.” SUPER EXCITED The four-year-olds will attend the same school as their big sister Kiana, six, and, thanks to a special request from mum, are in the same classroom. “I didn’t want to split them up this first year,” admits Natalie. The non-identical siblings tried on their uniforms…

Aquarius JAN 21 –FEB 19 Quirky. Offbeat. That’s you! Anything unusual will draw you in this month… foods, fashions, even people. Chats may get candid, but hey, you’re not easily shocked. Saturday’s upbeat stars should set the scene for fun, so find a party – or throw one! STAR TIP If you’re the entrepreneurial type, it’s time to spread that net wider. ISLA FISHER the actress turns 49 on February 3. Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20 Let yourself dream, for positive thinking should unlock doors and draw helpful people into your life. Adding to the buzz, Jupiter’s forward trajectory could bring news you’ve been waiting on, while Venus might usher you into a more lucrative (or indulgent) phase. STAR TIP Ker-ching! A money-making opportunity might warrant a closer look.…

1 KNOW YOUR FAMILY HISTORY One of the biggest factors affecting your cholesterol is genetics, says GP Dr Gill Jenkins. Therefore, high cholesterol and heart attacks and strokes often run in families, but if you are aware of this you can take steps to do something about it. Talk to your GP if you’re worried about your family history. “Online risk calculators, such as QRISK3, can help to predict your risk of heart disease or stroke,” says Dr Gill. And your GP will be able to offer you advice that is tailored to your personal circumstances. 2 GET TESTED High cholesterol rarely has any signs or symptoms, so ask your GP or pharmacist for a test. They can also prescribe medication, such as statins, to reduce your levels. 3 TAKING…

Grand-ish reveal SOPHIE, DUCHESS OF EDINBURGH Who knew that behind the largest curtain lies the world’s smallest plaque? Duchess Sophie clearly didn’t, judging by her delightful reaction to the tiny plaque she unveiled while visiting a military academy in Surrey. Ha! It’s a little underwhelming… LIL’ KIM! NORTH WEST & KIM KARDASHIAN Someone has been keeping up with the Kardashians! North West, 11, has already reached her mum’s height, and at this rate she may be taller than dad Kanye’s ego. Chris-tal clear vision CHRIS HEMSWORTH & CHRIS PRATT Before you ask, no you’re not seeing double! Acting’s most famous Chrisses have teamed up to promote these high-tech glasses for the Super Bowl. BEANIE’S BABY! ROWAN ATKINSON Here’s a combo you don’t see every day – Mr Bean in a…

Bridget’s back Renee Zellweger and Hugh Grant reunited once again in Paris to celebrate the release of Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy. Oh, ding dong! Chip off the old block! The Block star Darren Palmer decided to treat his rarely seen son, Hugo Grace, to a screening of Crocodile Dundee: The Encore Cut on Sydney Harbour. Making a splash Lego Masters’ Hamish Blake was on dad duty during the recent Sydney heatwave and took his son Sonny, 10, for a swim (and a dunk) in the waves at Nielsen Park. Grand slam! The stars came out in droves to celebrate Jannik Sinner’s win at the Australian Open, such as our very own sports fanatic Sharon Strzelecki aka Magda Szubanski! Celebs celebrating film! Movie star magic Organise a film festival…

It’s the shock axing that no one saw coming after Today’s Alex Cullen was sacked by Nine for accepting a $50,000 gift from Block billionaire Adrian Portelli. But according to a reliable insider, Alex’s marching orders have fans threatening to boycott the brekkie show, with some suggesting Karl Stefanovic may have played a part in setting Alex up to go through with the prank. “No one can quite believe how much support Alex has got – it’s actually backfired on Nine, with many calling for Alex to be reinstated, while others are demanding Karl get the boot,” our insider dishes. “There’s a lot of talk in the corridors at Nine that once again Karl escapes punishment while someone else gets thrown under the bus.”…

Angie Kent first won over Australia for her quippy TV commentary on Gogglebox Australia, and since then she’s conquered the jungle on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, searched for love on The Bachelorette Australia in 2019 and helped Australians declutter their homes on Space Invaders. Now, the reality TV star, who turns 35 this week, is preparing to step into a new and very important role – parenthood. “I’ve always wanted to have children, I just never knew what that would look like for me,” Angie tells Woman’s Day. “Whether it would be being able to do it naturally or adopting, I just knew I always wanted to be a mum.” A DREAM COME TRUE Deciding to take her future into her own hands, Angie is undergoing…

DEMI’S SECOND ACT Fans of Demi Moore’s classic films like Ghost cheered her on as she won her Golden Globe for playing has-been fitness star Elisabeth Sparkle in horror flick The Substance. But many were shocked it was the first major award she’d been given in her 45-year career, after a producer dismissed her as a “popcorn actress” three decades earlier. “I bought in and I believed that. And that corroded me over time to the point where I thought, a few years ago, that maybe this was it,” Demi, 62, admitted after her big win. While many see Demi’s win as long overdue recognition, The Substance director Coralie Fargeat saw her as the perfect person to depict the struggles of ageing women, and particularly ageing women in Hollywood. “I…

He’s starred in some of our most beloved TV shows – A Country Practice, Blue Heelers and SeaChange – and is also an award-winning author. Here, the 61-year-old tells Woman’s Day he’s grateful to still be entertaining us, in the second season of hit crime spin-off NCIS: Sydney. You’ve said you don’t watch the show – why is that? I just don’t watch much telly. I trust that everybody on the show knows what they’re doing and it will turn out fine. The good thing about the show is that it knows it’s entertainment and everybody from the producers right down to the cast and crew are working to that end. Do you ever watch things you’re in? No, not really. What do you like to watch instead? Docos, old…

Waffles with honey butter & nectarines Compiled by Stephanie De Nobile. Avocado and cottage cheese toast recipe by Jessica Sepel. Sweet, scrumptious and satisfying SERVES 4 Combine 2-3ripe nectarines (halved, pitted, and cut in wedges) and 1-2tbsp cane sugar in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve. The nectarines should have released a bit of juice and softened considerably. To make waffle batter, warm 1½ cups whole milk on the stovetop until hot. Cut ¼ cup butter into small pieces and add to the hot milk, stirring until the butter has melted and combined with the milk. Let the mixture sit until the temperature reaches around 38°C. Combine 1¼ cups raw or toasted whole wheat einkorn flour, 1 tbsp cane sugar, 1 tsp instant yeast…

Musician. Actress. Performer. Natalie Bassingthwaighte has worn many hats during her enviable career. Add to this her roles as wife and mum to two kids, and you’d be forgiven for thinking that the Aussie showbiz icon has a charmed existence. But away from the fame and fanfare, things were far from perfect for her. In a recent, heartfelt revelation, Nat, 49, made headlines across the country by coming out as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. “It’s hard – it’s really hard to be in authenticity,” she tells Woman’s Day about her decision to come out later in life. “It can feel almost ‘selfish’. And I think often we think, ‘Oh, I’d better not do that,’ but, in reality, you’re not serving anyone – not yourself or those around you…

Pax Jolie-Pitt has crashed his electric bike again and mum Angelina Jolie, 49, is terrified the next time things won’t end so well. The 21-year-old was spotted riding his ebike hands-free around Hollywood’s Loz Feliz neighbourhood when he collided with a car. While he came away unharmed this time, in July he was hospitalised after crashing into a parked car without a helmet on. “Ange is in tears over the thought of losing him and she’s desperate to get him off that bike and back into a car.”…

Family feud erupts! Miley Cyrus is doing her best to stay away from her family’s latest crazy drama amid claims her dad Billy Ray is threatening to sue his son! The country singer, 63, hit headlines after his son Trace, 35, publicly begged his troubled father to get help following his trainwreck performance at the Trump inauguration, which saw him singing out of tune and rambling at the audience. “It seems this world has beaten you down and it’s become obvious to everyone but you,” Trace wrote. “Me and the girls have been genuinely worried about you for years but you’ve pushed all of us away.” But Trace’s comments weren’t well received, with the crooner threatening him with legal action. “Miley wants to stay as far away from the family…

It’s rare that Delvene Delaney steps back into the spotlight she has spent the past 40 years avoiding, but nothing was going to stop her from taking centrestage to celebrate her love for her late husband John “Strop” Cornell. And even a case of last-minute nerves couldn’t stop Delvene, 73, from leaving her beloved Byron Bay to unveil a newly restored version of Crocodile Dundee she spent years working on to honour the love of her life. PROUD MEMORIES “I think she was full of nerves and emotional on the night,” reveals a friend, who says that’s the real reason she didn’t pose with her “best mate” Crocodile Dundee star Paul Hogan, who had flown in from LA to celebrate the moment. “I think she was just holding it together,…

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DOUBLE CLEANSE Start with a clean canvas by using an oil-based cleanser to remove makeup, then follow with a water-based cleanser to remove any impurities. EXFOLIATE For healthy, dewy skin, a gentle exfoliation is a must to clear your pores and remove any dead skin cells. MASK Time to hydrate with a luscious face mask to plump your skin with moisture while you sit back and relax. TIP Short on time? Use a sheet mask to treat yourself to an express facial. SERUMS Rinse off your mask and follow with a nourishing serum. Applying it straight onto your skin allows the serum to get to work straight away. TOOLS For a little rest and relaxation, grab a facial tool to reduce the appearance of any puffiness and improve circulation. Start…

PENNE ALLA VODKA SERVES 4 PREP 5 MINS COOK 20 MINS Penne alla vodka is a classic Italian pasta recipe from the 1980s, and it is super-easy to make. Traditionally, this sauce is served with penne, but rigatoni and spaghetti will also work perfectly. • drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil • 1 onion, finely chopped • 1 red chilli, finely chopped • 1 bay leaf • 3½ tbsp vodka • 1¼ cups tomato passata • 1 1/3 cup double cream • 360g penne pasta • salt and freshly ground black pepper • small bunch of parsley, finely chopped, to serve 1 Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over a low-medium heat. Add the onion, chilli and bay leaf, and sizzle for a couple of minutes. Add the vodka…

“She’s a powerhouse. I owe her forever,” Social media sensation Adele Barbaro is joining forces with Samuel Johnson and his cancer charity Love Your Sister for Adele Barbaro Live At The Plenary on Tuesday February 25, where they will offer $750,000 in audience prizes and welcome celebrity guests including Ada Nicodemou, Scott Wolf and Sex And The City’s Jason Lewis! Why do you and Sam make such a good team? Adele I’ve always been inspired by how Sam used his celebrity for good. He is selfless and passionate. We are both genuinely excited about helping people. Sam Adele is a machine. She combines her online following, which is massive, A-list celebs and gives away $750,000 worth of prizes to the audience. She aims to raise $100,000 in one night. Only…