Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 7, 2025 i Woman's Day

I’m a big reader – in fact, we’re all big readers in the Woman’s Day team and there are plenty of book swaps happening in our office each week – but I must admit I’ve yet to jump on the romantasy train. For those of you who don’t know, it’s the latest craze taking over the book world, a combination of romance and fantasy novels that bookworms of every age can’t get enough of. This week, we chat to some of the biggest authors in the genre, who’ve convinced me to get on board and get reading! (p80). You’ll love our gorgeous photoshoot and interview with Catriona Rowntree and her husband James, who recreated their honeymoon 18 years later with their two boys in tow (p28). Erin Holohan Editorial Director…

It’s been 14 years since Danielle Spencer last released a music video but the icon is launching a pop comeback with Regenerate! “Regenerate is about finding light after darkness. It’s a very personal journey for me, but I think it’s something we all relate to – those moments where we feel broken but manage to rise again, stronger than ever,” says Danielle, 55, who will perform at Sydney’s Mardi Gras in March. The ex-wife of Russell Crowe put her recording career on hold while raising sons Charlie and Tennyson, but is ready to step back into the spotlight. “It was difficult because I always felt that to keep our family together both of us couldn’t be working and there came a point where I had to prioritise the kids, where…

Priscilla Presley has admitted she first learned about Elvis’ infidelity from a fan. Speaking at MegaCon in Orlando, the 79-year-old explained how the heartbreaking moment came about when Elvis was touring and she was checking his mail. In one, Priscilla recounted how a gushing fan wrote, “Elvis, I had the best night with you. Thank you so much,” adding that learning her husband was “living another life” was “difficult”. “I just couldn’t take it,” Priscilla admits. “It was not a good life for me.” The pair divorced in 1973 but remained good friends.…

Baby makes four! Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall, the stars of Colin From Accounts, announced the happy arrival of their second child last week. “Welcoming little Mabel. We love her so much and we’re all very grateful,” Patrick and Harriet captioned the announcement on Instagram, revealing that they welcomed their newest family member on February 2, 2025. Mabel was pictured alongside three-yearold big sister, Joni, who joined her parents via surrogacy in 2021. The couple’s friends and fans were quick to congratulate the growing family of four. “Oh my! This is the absolute best. Congratulations you guys and welcome beautiful Mabel,” wrote Rebecca Gibney. “Brammall/Dyer empire expansion. Sending you buckets of love. Congratulations angels,” The Office Australia’s Felicity Ward said. Harriet, 36, and Patrick, 48, married six months before welcoming…

HONEYMOON PHASE IS FAR FROM OVER! Catriona relived this happy shot from her 2008 honeymoon. Having been a host of Getaway for nearly 30 years, Catriona Rowntree has seen just about every country there is to see. However, hidden in the South Pacific ocean, among the Cook Islands archipelago, lies one special place that will forever have a firm grip on her heart, the island of Aitutaki. With its quaint village vibe, turquoise lagoon and vast marine life, Aitutaki has long been one of Catriona’s favourite holiday destinations. So much so, that she chose it to be the setting for her and husband James’ honeymoon in 2008! “I found the honeymoon location before I found the fella,” she tells Woman’s Day. “I went there, gosh, nearly 30 years ago, I…

Yoko hasn’t seen her child for two years,” John Lennon shockingly revealed in an interview in 1972. “For two years we’ve been chasing them all over the world.” Ultimately it would be 23 years before Yoko Ono and her daughter Kyoko – who was abducted by her father at age seven – would be reunited, a pain that broke the artist’s heart over and over again. KIDNAP PLOT A new documentary, One To One: John & Yoko, reveals the harrowing true story behind the decades-long family saga that saw John and Yoko spend $2 million chasing Kyoko around the world, after Yoko’s first husband, Anthony Cox, abducted her in 1971. “Losing my daughter was a very serious pain,” Yoko told People in 2003. “There was always some empty space in…

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ZUCCHINI, PEA & HALOUMI FRITTERS MAKES 8 PREP 15 MINS COOK 15 MINS • 2 zucchini, grated • ⅔ cup plain flour, sifted • ½ cup milk • 2 eggs, lightly beaten • 150g haloumi, finely chopped • ½ cup frozen peas, thawed • 2 tbsp chopped mint, plus extra leaves, to serve • 1 lemon, finely grated zest, 1 tbsp juice • 2 tbsp olive oil • natural yoghurt, lemon wedges, to serve 1 Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini. Transfer to a large bowl with flour, milk and eggs, whisking to combine. Stir in haloumi, peas, mint, zest and juice. Season to taste. 2 In a large frying pan, heat oil on medium. Working in two batches, spoon quarter-cups of mixture into pan, flattening slightly. Cook 2-3mins each side,…

Dippin’ Dickie! RICHARD WILKINS Golly gosh it’s a hard life for Today’s Richard. After a gruelling day of preparing for the AACTA Awards, he unwound by going for a dip while editing scripts. A sticky situation JUDE LAW If acting doesn’t work out for Jude, stand-up comedy could be a good new career option for him. He was spotted sporting a sticker on his forehead while sitting on a panel at the MegaCon fan convention in Orlando, Florida. Alright, who’s single these days? ON THE JOB! PETE DAVIDSON From Ariana Grande and Kate Beckinsale to Kim Kardashian, there isn’t an A-lister Saturday Night Live star Pete hasn’t dated. He was seen wandering around New York in this “official boyfriend” jumper. Could he be looking for his next A-list fling? Maybe!…

Golden boy! Wicked co-stars Jeff Goldblum and Ariana Grande posed up a storm with Kaley Cuoco at the 2025 Critics Choice Awards! Snap happy! Lincoln Lewis sent the crowds wild at the Sydney AACTA Awards, posing for a cheeky selfie with a fan! Mad about Bridget! Outfit: 1 (vg). Bridget Jones film premiere: 1 (excellent). Renee Zellweger stole the show at the Sydney premiere of Mad About The Boy! Superdad! Top marks for Bradley Cooper, who has to be one of our favourite celebrity dads! The star and daughter Lea, seven, had a cute night out at the Super Bowl. Ding dong, Renee! Unmissable! Arnold Schwarzenegger turned out for the White Lotus premiere to celebrate son Patrick’s starring moment – including a nude scene – in the hit series. Dad…

I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star Reggie Bird declared she was “third time lucky!” after meeting her “lovely partner”, fellow single parent Phillip Jade, who she went public with after winning Big Brother for the second time in 2022. “We don’t live together. It’ll be seven years this year. We’re very opposite. He’s introverted and kinda shy. It takes him a bit to open up. He would never do anything like this,” the star told her campmates. Reggie, who divorced her second husband, fireman Dale Sorensen – who she shares two children with, daughter Mia, 18, and son Lucas, 15 – in 2012, has spoken of her heartbreak. “I’ve had two marriage breakdowns, which is sad,” she says. But the reality star – who wed first husband…

There’s no sign of him on the new season of The Kardashians and he hasn’t made an appearance on Kylie Jenner’s Instagram grid. But insiders say Timothee Chalamet, 29, is so serious about the makeup mogul and reality star, he’s secretly proposed! “Timothee’s as crazy about Kylie as she is about him,” a source spills. “There are rumours he proposed to her on New Year’s Eve.” But Kylie, 27, and Timothee are so keen to keep details of their relationship under wraps, the rest of the Kardashian-Jenner clan have reportedly signed NDAs! “Kylie and Timothee’s romance is the strangest thing to ever hit Kardashianland. She’s so serious about this romance, she’s been strict about anyone interacting with him,” adds the insider. “All her friends are convinced this is the real…

It claims to be “preserving the legacy” of beloved Olivia Newton-John, but the late star’s Instagram has been accused of exploiting her name for profit, after it started promoting a bizarre partnership with Weight Watchers. “Surprise! Our brand new campaign is here – and we’re thrilled to partner with the estate of the legendary Olivia Newton-John to unveil it,” her account announced in a post in December. “We hope you enjoy our twist on her classic hit Physical – and you can follow her page for WW-friendly activations all month.” Fans were quick to express their discomfort at the move. “What is happening to Olivia’s legacy?” asked one. “So tacky and sad.” “This is disgraceful and disgusting,” added another, who insisted “whoever is making these decisions” “should be ashamed”. According…

With the premiere of Australian Survivor: Brains V Brawn II on the horizon, host Jonathan LaPaglia is still surprised at how popular the series is with audiences nine years after he first helmed the survival show in 2016. “When the show was first presented to me, I didn’t have any doubts that it would be successful, but in order to do that, it needed to be as good or better than the US version,” the 55-year-old shares with Woman’s Day. “I think our production team has done a really good job over the last decade of making it equivalent to the US version, despite only having a quarter of the budget.” NEW FAVOURITE In this years’ competition, 12 of Australia’s strongest competitors will face 12 of the country’s most brilliant…

Aquarius JAN 21 –FEB 19 Express yourself! With Jupiter stimulating your creative juices, a new pastime could rebalance your life in unexpected ways. As Venus awakens your community-minded side, local groups or special issues might draw you in. Just don’t take on too much. STAR TIP Cost-cutting drives could save you a small fortune over the coming months. DENISE RICHARDS The actress turns 54 on February 17. Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20 Overhauls are written in the stars, so treat yourself to something you’ve been thinking about for ages. On the financial front, Venus is racing through your money zone, bringing not only good fortune but fresh strategies too – just be cautious about making loans. STAR TIP Some gorgeous new jewellery or homewares might be heading your way.…

As well as being completely free and something you can do anywhere, walking offers an unrivalled range of health benefits. “Quite simply, the human body was designed for walking and it forms the basis of all the physical activities you do,” explains Taylor Harrison, from the Active Seniors Health Centre. “When you stop walking as much and spend too long sitting, that’s when you’re more likely to develop health problems.” This time of year is ideal for walking in the early morning or evenings. Here are four reasons to put your best foot forward! YOU’LL LOSE WEIGHT Switching between high-intensity and low-intensity walking will rev up your metabolism. “We call this interval training because you mix intervals of relaxed, slow strolling with brisk walking and repeating the pattern,” Taylor says.…

DATE & WALNUT SCONES MAKES 12 PREP 15 MINS COOK 15 MINS • 2 cups self-raising flour • 30g chilled butter, chopped • ½ cup chopped pitted dried dates • ¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts • ¼ cup brown sugar • ¾ cup milk • 1 egg • 1 cup vanilla yoghurt • 50g chocolate honeycomb, crushed 1 Preheat oven to 220°C. Lightly grease a baking tray. 2 Sift flour into a large bowl. Using fingertips, rub in butter until mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in dates, walnuts and sugar. Make a well in centre. 3 Pour in combined milk and egg, reserving 1 tbsp liquid. Using a bread and butter knife, mix quickly to a soft, sticky dough. Do not overmix. 4 Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Knead lightly.…

Three-sauce prawn cocktail Serve up these dips by chef Guy Turland at your next soiree BLOODY MARY MAYO Combine ½ cup whole-egg mayonnaise, 2 tsp tomato sauce, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp tabasco sauce and ¼ tsp chopped celery leaf in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. TARTARE SAUCE Place large free-range egg yolk in a food processor along with ½ tsp English mustard powder, juice of half a lemon and season to taste. Pulse to mix, then slowly add 150ml olive oil, drop by drop at first, until the mixture begins to emulsify and you have a lovely thick mayonnaise. Add juice from the other lemon half and taste to see if it needs more seasoning. Scrape into a bowl and stir through 1 tbsp…

For Sutton Foster, falling in love with one of the world’s biggest stars was not on her bingo card. Having finally found the courage to walk out on her second marriage, the actress was determined to stay focused on her daughter and her career when her close friend and Broadway buddy Hugh Jackman started hanging around, cheering her up. Fast-forward many months and Sutton, 49, has found herself in one of Hollywood’s most high-profile relationships, and according to a close pal, all the attention and scrutiny may be proving to be too much for the intensely private star. “Hugh and Sutton are completely in love and relieved they don’t have to hide it anymore, but unfortunately for Sutton, it’s come with a whole host of other problems,” our source tells…

Over the years, Prince Harry has painted his father, King Charles, as an emotionally distant parent who lacked the playful, affectionate side that his two sons longed for growing up. And Harry’s been clear that he won’t repeat that behaviour with his own boy, making a conscious effort to forge a strong and special bond with his young son Archie. The recent snaps of Harry, 40, and Archie, five, heading out on a surf trip and playing with the family’s dogs are just some examples of how Harry is building the cherished father-son relationship that he feels he never had with his own father. “His bond with Archie is incredible and for all the criticism he gets, Harry’s always been a devoted dad,” a royal insider tells Woman’s Day. “Archie’s…

It was an innocent peck on the lips but Sophie Monk’s husband Joshua Gross looked less than impressed when TV charmer – and notorious ladies’ man – Richard Wilkins leaned in to greet his wife with a kiss! Smooth mover Dickie, 70, was welcoming the 45-year-old Love Island star while filming a TV interview. Her husband of three years appeared to be keeping a close eye on the interaction, and afterwards Sophie was seen affectionately reassuring him. Sophie and Dickie have been friends for years, moving in the same showbiz circles and recently attended the AACTA Awards. Happily married Sophie met “best friend” Josh on a flight in 2018 where they struck up a conversation, with the plucky blonde even going in for a kiss mid-flight! Meanwhile, Richard’s rollercoaster love-life…

His ex-wife is celebrating one of the happiest moments of her life – welcoming a new baby – but Tom Brady is struggling to square away what he’s lost, say showbiz sources. The sports star, 47, posted a cryptic message about the “secret to being loved” online following the news that ex-wife Gisele Bundchen, 44, has given birth to her third child, a baby boy with new boyfriend Joaquim Valente. “Tom’s trying to stay focused on his work, now he’s been given another shot in the comm box,” says an insider. “But he’s barely digested the fact they’re divorced so this is way too fast for Tom.” Part of Tom reportedly never gave up hope that he could win Gisele back one day. “That all changed when she became pregnant…

The Hollywood star is set to become even more of an icon with the news that a musical based on his life is in the works. The show is set to launch on Broadway, with an accompanying soundtrack release, in 2027 to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Fever. “John’s incredibly excited about it but also cautious,” a source reveals of the star, 71. “He’s had such a life filled with loss and tragedy that he’s worried the audience will need tissues, but producers have told him they want the focus to be on the music and dancing.” And his family can’t wait! “John’s kids are even more excited than he is, especially Ella. She still can’t believe the dance moves her dad pulled off in his time!”…

It’s our 21st birthday,” Anastasia Katselas declares to Woman’s Day, as she and Gogglebox co-star Faye Kontos, both 61, prepare for a milestone season on the couch. Do you ever worry you’ll run out of things to say? Anastasia Never! Not with my motormouth. What do you talk about when you aren’t talking TV? Faye Kids, life, Greek mums, Greek dads, Greece. Do you have a break from each other when you aren’t filming? Faye Anastasia lives close to my mum and I live close to her mum, so we bump into each other or catch up. Have you ever fallen out over anything? Anastasia Plenty, but we’re not telling you! Faye Last week, it was about the weather in Melbourne. We were both right and wrong because we’ve got…

After she finished filming this season of Survivor, the Townsville, Queensland, mother-of-one discovered she was facing an even bigger challenge – breast cancer. But she says the reality show has been a welcome distraction. After you wrapped Survivor, you were sadly diagnosed with breast cancer. How are you doing? It became very serious very quickly. This disease is just fraught with messiness and unpredictability so just having the distraction of Survivor is a godsend. Was the Survivor experience what you expected? It’s exactly what I expected – I just didn’t expect to be so damn hungry. What food did you miss the most while on the show? The simple stuff – anything you can get from the fridge at a moment’s notice. Anything that’s not rice and beans! A cucumber!…

Whether it’s a present for someone deserving (yes, we mean you!) or for a loved one, these gifts from The Bradford Exchange come from the heart. Disney Mickey and Friends Water Bottle Made from stainless steel, this 500ml insulated bottle will keep beverages hot or cold. The artwork is applied directly to the steel, so it won’t fade with repeated washings and uses. $99.98 Granddaughter Personalised Engraved Pearl Necklace This sweet sterling silver necklace features a cultured pearl, real diamond, and dangling charm that can be personalised at no extra cost. $149.97 Whispers of the Sapphire Butterfly Figurine Handcrafted from sparkling crystalline, this dazzling limited-edition Blake Jensen butterfly figurine features glittering accents on the wings and a polished mirror base. $99.98 The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II Figurine Capturing each…

HELEN SCHEUERER Give us an elevator pitch of your new book Iron & Embers: The Ashes Of Thezmarr An assassin-turnedalchemist with a dark past is forced out of isolation when a mysterious form of alchemy threatens the realm. To gain entry into an elite academy and find a cure, she must survive deadly trials while navigating political intrigue, magical attacks, and most dangerous of all – an explosive attraction to the man tasked with protecting her. It’s a high-stakes fantasy romance where magic, revenge and forbidden love collide in a world teetering on the edge of chaos. Romantasy has exploded! What’s behind its popularity? It’s fantastic watching so many incredible stories about powerful women, written by women, taking the world by storm. I think readers love it because it’s an…

She’s been in Hollywood for over 30 years, but Pamela Anderson is only just getting recognised for her acting chops with her dramatic role as Shelly, a glamorous Las Vegas showgirl who must plan for her future when her show abruptly closes in The Last Showgirl. The film saw the 57-year-old land her first ever Golden Globes nomination. When you were making this film, did you have any idea how well it would be received? I was just trying to get it done [laughs]. But, I mean, this is a bonus and this is exciting because it’s nice that people feel what you’re feeling when you’re filming it. So it’s exciting. Was it more nerve-racking to be on Broadway playing Roxie Hart in Chicago or to expose yourself in this…