Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 26, 2025 i Woman's Day

There’s been a lot of excitement in the office this week. Emma, our Woman’s Day News Editor, has released her debut novel, The Neighbours. We’ve heard all about her writing process over the past 18 months, and now we can actually read it for ourselves. It’s a twisty page-turner and it’s been causing me to stay up way past my bedtime because I can’t put it down! We are so thrilled to have a published author in our midst, we turned the tables and interviewed her all about the book. (p80). As if she isn’t busy enough, Emma also spoke to the remarkable Richard Scolyer (p36) and his wife about how they are dealing with his brain cancer treatment. It’s an emotional, heartwarming read. Katherine Chatfield Editor See privacy notice…

Bumping along nicely! Kelsey Grammer has another reason to say Cheers! The actor is set to become a dad again, with his wife Kayte Walsh, 46, expecting their fourth child, making Kelsey a dad to eight kids! The happy couple, who have been married since 2011, looked overjoyed as they enjoyed a day out in London recently. Speaking about fatherhood, Kelsey, 70, told People, “It’s the greatest experience in the world, the joy every day of being with my kids,” adding that it has “never been better” and that his kids are a “big part” of this chapter of his life. Having children so far apart in age is a “gift” to the actor, who has kids between the ages of eight and 41 to four different women. He told…

Life as a new mum looks good on Tiger Lily Hutchence – she couldn’t stop smiling as she pushed her newborn baby through London last week! The daughter of Michael Hutchence and Paula Yates looked relaxed and happy as she enjoyed the British summertime with her bub covered in a light blue blanket. The singer, 28, and her husband Ben Archer, 27, are yet to confirm the name or sex of the baby. It’s been a happy few months for Tiger and Ben, who tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in East London in April with The Sun reporting that they were “keen to marry” ahead of the birth of their first child. “Tiger Lily and Ben had a very chic, very low-key wedding on Saturday. They hired out…

Time to say sorry? After a string of alarming Instagram posts and a fiery confrontation with Hollywood photographers, fears are rife that Justin Bieber’s wife Hailey might have had enough of the drama and may be planning to end her almost seven-year marriage to the troubled former child star. Adding fuel to the fire that all is not well between the couple, 28-year-old Hailey stepped out in New York last week without her engagement ring, wedding ring or her singer husband. “Hailey and Justin just aren’t able to figure this out, which is why those divorce rumours are at fever pitch,” an insider spills to Woman’s Day. “She’s not helping by leaving her ring off either, but to be fair she’s dealing with a nightmare right now with Justin. He’s…

They bonded over their mutual love of all things country, and now Elizabeth Hurley and Billy Ray Cyrus look set to tie the knot in the place they love the most! There are whispers that Liz, 60, and Billy, 63, plan to exchange vows, and his Nashville ranch and the model’s gorgeous Herefordshire retreat in the UK are the top two venue preferences. Though they’ve only been dating a few months, they’ve been friends for years and we’re told that both are living by the motto that life’s too short not to be with the one you love. “Liz and Billy aren’t in their 20s, so while it might seem like their romance is moving fast, it’s not at all for a couple at this stage in their lives,” an…

Three decades of marriage is no mean feat in any industry, but when one half of the couple is one of the country’s most prominent and respected Seven nightly newsreaders and the other half is a high-flying business executive currently in her third term as Director of Commonwealth Games Australia, it’s all the more impressive. For Mark and Jayne Ferguson, it seems like “just yesterday” that they exchanged vows in a small village in the Cotswolds in England. “We got married in the very romantically named village of Lower Slaughter,” Mark tells Woman’s Day with a laugh. “It sounds nasty, but it’s a beautiful village in the Cotswolds. 30 YEARS LATER “And it was a beautiful, sunny Friday on June the 23rd, 1995. And the reason we chose the Cotswolds…

Resilience is something that we all need, and kids can start developing those skills early through play and games. Crisis management consultant and father-of-three Tim Curtis reveals some simple activities that create building blocks for tomorrow. 0-2 YEARS OLD (Toddlers) PEEKABOO This encourages the serve and return interaction. It shows our interest and encourages them to interact, as well as showing routines, consistency and predictable outcomes. MIRROR PLAY Sit with your toddler in front of a mirror. Point out facial expressions and movements. This helps them begin to recognise themselves, promotes self-awareness and builds social skills by mimicking expressions. DECLUTTER PLAY ENVIRONMENTS They are better for learning. And don’t offer too many options for toys. It encourages early creativity without need for “abundance”. GROUP STORY TIME Hold a group story…

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THE BIG PINEAPPLE WOOMBYE The Big Pineapple has been a Queensland icon since the 1970s. Standing at 16 metres tall, there’s also a wildlife park attached with koalas and lemurs, as well as surrounding pineapple farms. THE BIG MANGO BOWEN This 10-metre-tall mango structure pays tribute to Bowen’s famous Kensington Pride mangoes. Be sure to pick up some delicious mango sorbet while you’re there! THE TULLY GOLDEN GUMBOOT TULLY Standing at 7.9 metres, the Golden Gumboot celebrates Tully’s reputation as Australia’s wettest town. There’s even an annual Golden Gumboot Festival! THE BIG RED SAND DUNE BIRDSVILLE At 40 metres high, this sand dune is the tallest in the Simpson Desert. It’s a favourite of 4WD enthusiasts and sunset-watchers, and home to the desert music festival, Big Red Bash.…

Run, Jen, run! An “emotional” Jennifer Garner finished 67 days of running a mile a day, all to raise money for Save the Children. Way to go, Jen! Ciao, Italy! Business or pleasure? Fran Drescher rocked Euro summer tourist dressing as she took part in the Filming Italy festival in Sardinia. Surprise Cruise! Fans got two mega movie stars for the price of one when Brad Pitt’s old co-star Tom Cruise rocked up to his F1 premiere in London. Holiday Heather Boogie Nights actress Heather Graham took a quick break from short film jury duty at the Filming Italy festival, cooling off in Sardinia’s crystal waters. Island life The Morning Show’s Kylie Gillies and husband Tony switched off from city life and spent just over a week travelling Bali and…

As far as annual British events go, Royal Ascot has to be up there with the most enjoyed by the royal family. Five days of high society mingling, top class horse racing and formal fashion, King Charles, 76, and family were only too happy to join the thousands of racegoers! STYLISH PUNTERS Queen Camilla, 77, showed off the stunning diamond Rothschild Brooch, an heirloom that hasn’t been seen in public for almost a century! Avid equestrian Princess Anne, 74, brightened things up with bold blue, while Princess Beatrice, 36, went for sunny yellow as she cheered on the horses. The Princess of Wales, 43, was expected in the Royal Procession carriage alongside husband Prince William, 43, and the King and queen, but had to cancel at the eleventh hour as…

Russell Crowe has just signed on with his Superman co-star Henry Cavill to remake the legendary film Highlander and it’s leaving very little time for the wedding the 61-year-old promised fiancee Britney Theriot. “It’s possible Russell’s cold feet are getting in the way – and it’s not helped by his ex Danielle’s recent postings on Instagram,” says a pal of her looking “gorgeous” as she travels through Europe. “Britney’s right to be worried. They’ve been engaged for 18 months and there’s absolutely no talk of wedding plans at all. Instead he’s throwing himself into work and it’s hard not to feel like it’s a convenient excuse to put back the wedding.”…

It’s the happiest place on earth and Zahara Jolie-Pitt looked in great spirits as she strolled through Disneyland with her boyfriend Elijah Cooper! The college students, who have kept their romance under wraps, sparked engagement rumours after Zahara, 20, was wearing what looked to be a massive diamond on her ring finger. An insider tells Woman’s Day, “Angelina really liked Zahara’s new boyfriend – until she came home with an engagement ring! “Of course she’s got to know Elijah and knows he’s a decent guy with genuine intentions, but she may have put her foot down and got them back to focusing on their studies. “Angelina told them if they still wanted to tie the knot after they graduate, she’ll pay for it! But until then, she can’t get behind…

Keanu Reeves has been on a whirlwind lovefest with fiancee Alexandra Grant as rumours continue to swirl that the couple have finally tied the knot. The Canadian actor, 60, enjoyed a date day at the MotoGP in Italy alongside artist Alexandra, 52, where they appeared in good spirits. An insider says of the couple, who have been dating since 2019, “They’re married alright and it happened in secrecy, just the two of them, earlier this year. His friends say it happened sometime between Valentine’s Day and April, when she was spotted wearing her ring. “They’re keeping it between them and he’ll probably mention it in an interview in a few years’ time, that’s how he rolls. He’s ecstatic, of course. Very much in love. He worships the ground she walks…

Luke Jacobz always knew he wanted to be a dad, but he never could have imagined how hard it would be or the toll it would take to fulfil that dream. Having started dating now-wife Raychel in 2017, the pair began trying just a year later, with no luck. And it wasn’t until some years later that they decided to get some tests done. A MAN OF MANY TALENTS While there was no medical reason as to why they weren’t falling pregnant, they decided their best bet was with IVF through Adora Fertility. Still, the process of going through egg retrievals, fertilisation and transfers wasn’t easy, and their hopes were dashed multiple times. “You hear stories that it’s possible to fall [pregnant] the first try. And we went in there…

He announced he was leaving The Voice last year to focus on his music career. But was Guy Sebastian, 43, pushed out of the big red chair? My Kitchen Rules judge Colin Fassnidge, 51, sparked speculation Guy was sacked with a cryptic comment on Instagram. “I just know the network scrambled when Guy announced his departure,” one fan shared under a post revealing the new coaches. But it was Colin’s response that raised eyebrows. “…or was he pushed,” the chef teased, prompting fans to speculate.“…oohh spill the tea Colin,” a fan urged, to which Colin didn’t reply.…

Judy Nunn felt trepidation as her milestone 80th birthday approached in April. But for the revered actor-turned-bestselling author, anxieties soon dissolved as she embarked on the start of an exciting new chapter of her life. “As my 80th loomed, one of my dearest friends said bluntly, ‘You know, Jude, we’re old now – 80 is ancient,’” she tells Woman’s Day in an exclusive interview from her home overlooking the picturesque Brisbane Water on the NSW Central Coast. “Then my hairdresser, who is significantly younger, suggested I should consider fillers and Botox. In my mind, I fell about laughing, as that’s so not me.” Indeed, the last few months have been “exhilarating” for the acclaimed author, who made the bold decision to change publishers after three decades. “It felt time for…

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PORK & APPLE RISSOLES WITH ONION GRAVY SERVES 4 PREP 20 MINS COOK 20 MINS • 1 Granny Smith apple • 500g pork mince • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley • ¼ cup olive oil • 1 large onion, sliced • 1 tbsp flour • 1½ cups chicken stock • mashed potato, steamed broccolini, to serve 1 Coarsely grate apple. Squeeze and reserve juice. 2 Place apple, pork, garlic, breadcrumbs and parsley in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well. Divide mixture into eight portions. Shape into rissoles. 3 Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add rissoles. Cook for 3-4 mins on each side, until cooked through. Transfer…

When news broke last week that Prince Harry is set to extend an olive branch to his family with an invite to the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham, palace insiders gave a sigh of relief hoping that the years of infighting might finally draw to a close. But in true Prince Harry, 40, fashion, it seems his well intentioned decision to formally invite his family could end up causing even more problems. BIRTHDAY BUST-UP According to the Daily Mail, the royals are set to receive an email invite to the legendary games “later this month” so they’re given “the best possible chance of attending” since the King, 76, and Prince William’s schedules are often drawn up years in advance. The source reveals, “Harry has agreed that Invictus should extend an…

There were whispers of Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry having make-or-break talks about their future as Orlando jetted into Australia last week, but as the days go on, mounting reports out of the US suggest their nine-year relationship is over. Not even Orlando, 48, flying in to Perth to meet Katy on that leg of her Lifetimes tour could stop the pair from leading separate lives. On June 22, Orlando was seen exploring the city with their four-year-old daughter Daisy. The next day, Katy, 40, treated her dancers and Daisy to a sightseeing boat ride, but Orlando wasn’t on board. DRIFTING APART According to one insider, Katy told friends in January that their relationship was “as good as done” despite them being desperate to stay together for their daughter. “Katy…

Michelle Williams has just signed on for another play off-Broadway and friends say her love of the theatre is starting to rub off on her daughter Matilda. “Michelle’s struggled to find Matilda’s path, but if there’s one thing she loves, it’s the theatre. There’s no doubt Michelle signing on for this play is because of Matilda,” says an insider of the mum, 44. “She wants to nurture that interest and while at 19, Matilda’s wary of acting, she loves every aspect of live theatre, from the meltdowns in rehearsals to the script to the staging. “It happens to be a passion of Michelle’s too, but she knows Matilda’s got natural acting skills she’s holding back because of the ‘nepo’ tag. It’s easy to be overwhelmed by a movie career –…

They’re the couple that every Married At First Sight fan is dying to see go official. And it seems like things are definitely progressing between Awhina Rutene and Billy Belcher, with the British-born lad being introduced to Awhina’s seven-year-old son Landon! “I introduced Billy to Landon around November last year, when we were still filming [MAFS],” Awhina, 31, reveals during Woman’s Day’s photoshoot with the pair. “They get on so well, Landon loves Billy.” When questioned whether it was a big decision to introduce her son, who she shares with her ex-partner, to Billy given she and her twin sister Cleo were staunchly against her MAFS husband Adrian Araouzou going anywhere him, Awhina says it was a no-brainer. “There was no question,” she says. “Landon loves Bill so much. They’ve…

MasterChef judges Poh Ling Yeow and Sofia Levin have been toasting to their Logies nominations – Sofia’s for Most Popular New Talent and Poh’s for the Gold Logie. Co-judge Andy Allen isn’t in the running for a TV gong this year though and it’s left a sour taste in the mouth of the 37-year-old. And playing second fiddle to the joined-at-the-hip duo – affectionately nicknamed Poh-Fia – may not be the only bad news for the star. TV insiders say a major shake-up is on the menu for MasterChef… and Andy’s seat on the show may well be getting cold! Speculation has erupted that producers are preparing to refresh the judging panel with an all-female line-up. GIRL POWER “There’s always been this old-school idea that MasterChef couldn’t work without a…

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LAMB CURRY SAUSAGE ROLLS MAKES UP TO 24 ACTIVE TIME 25 MINS TOTAL TIME 1 HOUR • 1 tbsp light olive oil • 1 brown onion, finely chopped • 3 garlic cloves, crushed • 1 tsp ground cumin • ½ tsp Fiji masala powder or garam masala • ½ tsp smoked paprika • ½ tsp chilli flakes • 500g minced (ground) lamb • ½ cup Japanese (panko) breadcrumbs • 1 tsp salt • 1 egg • 2 puff pastry sheets, thawed if frozen • 200g tasty cheese, grated (optional) EGG WASH • 2 tbsp milk • 1 egg SEASONING • ½ tsp chilli flakes • ½ tsp flaky sea salt • ½ tsp cumin seeds TO SERVE • Your favourite sauce (there are no rules) 1 Heat the oil in…

It’s the News Editor! Give us your elevator pitch for The Neighbours… When Liv learns her daughter Gracie had a distressing encounter with their TV doctor neighbour just moments before his apparent murder, she moves swiftly to protect the teenager from police suspicion. But as she uncovers a host of other likely suspects, the true killer remains hidden in plain sight. You’re News Editor here at Woman’s Day – did working as a journalist inspire you? It’s very handy to be able to write about true crime for my day job when I write murder mysteries by night! But also, in the real life section where I work, we get to meet and write about everyday Australians who might not be famous but have done something amazing or been through…

KOOKY JEN JENNIFER GARNER The Suddenly 30 actress proves that celebrities really are just like us when she posted a series of “real” selfies to social media. Although how many of us take a rooster out for a walk?! Love is in the air? EVA LONGORIA The Desperate Housewives star was so keen to deflate her beach mattress that she used her husband Jose Baston’s body to help her squeeze out the air. Thelma & Elmo GEENA DAVIS The Thelma & Louise actress teamed up with an unlikely partner in crime, Elmo, for the 11th Annual Bentonville Film Festival. BLUSHING PINK! BUSY PHILIPPS & JOSHUA JACKSON The on-screen Dawson’s Creek lovebirds reunited at a charity event recently, and they even coordinated their pink and white looks. How cute! YOU’RE GONNA…