Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 31, 2025 i Woman's Day

Work, kids sport and homework mean midweek dinners are always tricky in my house. I suspect there are many households across Australia who feel exactly the same, so we’re here to make your life a little easier. Our free cookbook is packed with 50 easy weeknight dinners, from simple but delicious tray bakes to 20-minute recipes that are perfect for whipping up in a hurry. My kids love the cheese and pumpkin quesadillas because they get to take them for lunch the next day too. Now, that’s what I call a double win. Get your recipe book delivered straight to your inbox by scanning the QR code on page 33. Now all I need to do is get someone else to do the washing up! Have a great week. Katherine…

Future king William won’t want to risk any of his children following in uncle Harry’s rebellious footsteps, and as such, Princess Charlotte’s already started monarch training to prep her properly for royal life! In a major milestone, Charlotte, 10, accompanied her father abroad to watch the women’s soccer in Switzerland, and royal insiders tell Woman’s Day she’s going through “almost identical teachings” as big brother Prince George. “There have been adjustments made to her etiquette training, as well as lessons in delivering speeches, handling media and projecting confidence,” the source says. “She’s also getting the same tutoring in constitutional knowledge and global politics as her brother, while being guided by the senior royals.”…

A long overdue John Farnham musical is officially in the works, and Woman’s Day hears pop star-turned-swimmer Cody Simpson will return to his musical roots to bring the legendary singer’s story to the stage! Cody, 28, is the prime choice to play a younger John, as the semi-autobiographical musical will cover his comeback years, from 1980 to 1986. “Cody is the perfect age to play John in the Whispering Jack years, which turned John’s career around,” the insider says of the album, which turns 40 next year. “Cody did Broadway when he was younger and he just made his Australian theatre debut in Guys & Dolls in Sydney, so he’s no stranger to musical theatre.”…

After months of fervent speculation, it seems Tom Cruise and Ana de Armas’ rumoured relationship is all but confirmed after the pair were spotted walking hand in hand during a romantic getaway. The Mission Impossible star, 63, and the Oscar-nominated Blonde actress, 37, looked at ease and loved-up as they were spotted by gobsmacked onlookers taking a leisurely stroll around a downtown area in Vermont while holding hands late last month. Given the couple’s blatant affection towards each other – the notoriously private Tom even gave a subtle wave to the cameras – the sighting is being deemed as their first public declaration of their love since whispers of their relationship first began in February. CRUISING THROUGH The couple were first linked nearly six months ago after they were photographed…

Throughout her shock split from Hugh Jackman, whispers of his infidelity and their messy divorce settlement, Deborra-lee Furness has remained dignified and discreet. Only breaking her silence in May to speak of her “traumatic journey of betrayal”, Deborralee’s loyal network of friends and loved ones have stayed tight-lipped as they’ve closed ranks around her – until now, as long-time pal Tottie Goldsmith reveals the 69-year-old actress’ rocky road to recovery. “It’s been a very, very tough few years for her – extraordinarily painful,” Tottie, 62, tells Woman’s Day. “Yet she stayed silent which is always very difficult, especially when everything played out in public. She’s been so graceful, that’s the word, dignified and classy.” SHOCKED BY THE SPLIT Former Chantoozies star Tottie first met award-winning adoption activist Deb at a…

“Scotty must be cut,” commented one fan after the news was announced that Dr Chris Brown and Adrian Portelli are joining forces to take on The Block with their new show My Reno Rules. The reality series – which begins filming next month – will feature four teams of renovators competing to transform two neighbouring rundown houses in a Melbourne suburb – which Adrian owns. “You may have seen on previous reno shows they might do auctions, but unfortunately only maybe 1 per cent of the viewing audience have the capacity to buy these homes,” says Adrian. But at the end of this series, two lucky viewers will win the fully renovated homes! “It may be the biggest giveaway ever on Australian TV,” says the show’s host, Dr Chris, 46.…

BRAD PITT They were one of the most iconic Hollywood couples so it’s no surprise that Brad is everywhere throughout the book, and each morsel of goss is juicier than the last. However, nothing raises more eyebrows than a conversation Gwyneth is said to have had with a pal post her split with Brad, where she called the Se7en star, “dumber than a sack of s** t!” Don’t hold back, Gwyn! BEN AFFLECK One of the most eye-watering snippets from the book is no doubt Gwyn’s sex confession about Ben! In the book, Amy writes that, one day after lunch, Gwyneth told a confidante in a swanky London hotel that she loved it when Ben “tea-bagged” her. We’ll leave that one up to you, dear readers, to decipher. And no,…

Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne’s three children are “rallying around” their grieving mum as the matriarch continues to mourn the loss of her beloved Ozzy while also dealing with the stress of the crippling debt he left behind. Insiders have revealed the Black Sabbath rocker’s final days were spent trying to dig his family out of the financial black hole they were in, which includes an almost $8 million tax bill he and Sharon owed. ‘NO MONEY COMING IN’ “He was in serious debt towards the end when he was dying and it’s clear Ozzy was determined to work hard so he could get his family as much money as possible, which makes it so tragic,” a source tells Woman’s Day of his final weeks, which saw the “frail” musician perform…

Only in Woman’s Day August 6, 1945 is a day that Setsuko Thurlow vividly remembers 80 years on. On that clear and calm summer morning, she was 13-years-old and starting her first day as a decoding assistant for the Japanese Imperial Army at their headquarters in Hiroshima. “At 8am we were having our morning assembly where the Major was giving us a pep talk, and in that moment I saw a bluish-white flash outside the window and I suddenly felt like I was floating,” Setsuko, now 93, tells Woman’s Day. HIROSHIMA 80 YEARS ON What Setsuko didn’t realise until much later was that intense flash was the first atomic bomb ever used in armed combat by the US, and the weightlessness she felt was the building collapsing around her. “When…

BANGLES • Stack them! Layer multiple bangles in mixed metals, textures or colours for a bold, dynamic look. • If you’re wearing statement bangles, keep the rest of your accessories minimal to let your wrists shine. • Try sleek and metallic for a chic office vibe, or chunky and colourful resin bangles for a playful weekend outfit. BELTS • Cinch it! Use a belt to define your waist over blazers, dresses or oversized shirts – it instantly adds structure and polish. • Buckle up! Choose eye-catching buckles or textured materials to turn a functional piece into a focal accessory. BOOTS • Wear over skinny jeans, pants or leggings for a streamlined look, or layer them under flowy skirts for contrast and edge. If you dare to bare, this style looks…

BEEF TACO PIES MAKES 6 PREP 20 MINS COOK 30 MINS • 1 small onion, finely chopped • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 30g packet taco seasoning • 500g lean beef mince • 400g can red kidney beans, drained, rinsed • 200g jar mild taco sauce • 6 street tacos • ½ x 170g packet plain corn chips, crushed • ¾ cup grated Mexican cheese • guacamole, sour cream, to serve 1 Heat an oiled, large non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft. Add garlic and taco seasoning. Cook, stirring for 30 secs. Add beef. Cook, stirring to break up mince for 5-6 mins or until browned. Stir in beans and taco sauce. Cool slightly. 2 Spray a 4-hole (¾-cup capacity) pie maker…

MODERN MAJESTY QUEEN LIZ SHOWED OFF HER KNEES TO DECLARE SHE WAS UP WITH THE TIMES STEALING THE SHOW HER MAJESTY SHOWED OFF HER REGAL STATUS WITH DIAMONDS BIGGER THAN WALLIS SIMPSON’S! BROOCH-ING HER MOOD THE QUEEN USED THIS DIAMOND & TURQUOISE BROOCH TO CONVEY CALMNESS IN THE EARLY DAYS OF COVID SILVER JUBILEE STYLE SHE WORE PINK TO HER SILVER JUBILEE BECAUSE IT REMINDED HER OF HER GRANDFATHER While the late Queen Elizabeth II was notorious for keeping her personal views private, she often expressed her true feelings through the outfits she wore. She loved wearing her off-duty headscarf and Barbour coat the most. Other ensembles, like the gold dress she wore in 1969, projected the monarchy was up with the times, or they paid homage to her forebears.…

She’s been the queen of Dancing With The Stars for over a decade, but Woman’s Day can reveal there’s someone hot on Sonia Kruger’s hosting heels – wildlife warrior Bindi Irwin! After a challenging few years battling endometriosis, looking after Australia Zoo and raising her four-year-old daughter Grace, Bindi, 27, is ready to step back into the spotlight and we hear she is the front-runner to replace Sonia as co-host. “Bindi has been very open this year about her debilitating health struggles and part of her process of healing is a desire to reignite her TV career and co-hosting Dancing With The Stars is right in Bindi’s wheelhouse – let’s not forget she won the mirrorball trophy on the US version of the show when she was just 17,” dishes…

Dating after divorce looks good on Jessica Alba, who’s no longer hiding her blossoming relationship with Danny Ramirez! The new couple were spied kissing during a day date in LA, just weeks after they enjoyed a secret getaway to Cancun. Jess, 44, and the Captain America: Brave New World star, 32, were even more brazen with their PDA outside the Beverly Glen Deli days later! “They’re having a good time,” a source says. The mum-of-three has been getting “a lot of attention” in the months since she split from Cash Warren after 16 years of marriage. And Cash approves of Danny, saying, “I’m happy for her. I don’t know him, but he seems like a good guy.”…

Tommy Little was notably absent from his radio show last week, and insiders tell Woman’s Day it could have something to do with his co-host Carrie Bickmore’s rumoured romance with Lee Elliott. Tommy’s missing in action! “Tommy’s acting like he’s being supportive with her news, but you can tell he’s rattled,” a radio insider reveals. “He proclaims he is always protective of Carrie but this new relationships has definitely thrown him.” Romance whispers have followed Tommy, 40, and Carrie, 44, around since they’ve both been single, and news she’s been spending time with Bachelorette star, 44-year-old Lee – first reported by Woman’s Day – has apparently got Tommy’s nose out of joint. “Tommy’s usually the first to tease Carrie about her love-life,” the source adds of his absence from their…

They haven’t been able to keep their hands off each other during their press tour for new flick The Naked Gun, and according to a pal close to Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson, that’s because they’ve actually been dating for a hot minute! According to the Daily Mail, Pammy, 58, and Liam, 73, have been seeing each other “for a while” after “sparks” first flew when they filmed their comedy. “Pam is very drawn to Liam because he is totally open to her way of thinking and living, and especially her approach to fame,” says the insider. “She has been telling friends he is smitten and does a lot of sweet things for her.”…

Life is busier than ever for Tottie, with the star currently rehearsing to go on the road with an intimate show about her beloved late aunt, music and movie legend Olivia Newton-John. “It’s been interesting writing this show not only about her, but about my life too,” explains Tottie, a dedicated goodwill ambassador for Melbourne’s Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Centre. “I just want to honour Liv… She was like a mother to me. So it’s a celebration of her life, talent and kindness, interwoven with stripped-back performances of her iconic songs.” Olivia will start touring in Albury on August 8, the third anniversary of her aunt’s death and exactly 45 years since Xanadu was released. “It’s weird, kind of like she’s giving it the nod,” says Tottie.…

Legendary star Hulk Hogan, aka Terry Gene Hogan, also passed away recently at the age of 71, and left behind a staggering $37 million fortune. But in a surprising twist, it’s been revealed that his only daughter Brooke excluded herself from his will back in 2023! The wrestler and his daughter were estranged in the last two years, and Hulk never got the chance to meet Brooke’s baby twins, Oliver and Molly Gene, who she named after her father. Brooke, 37, explains, “I had to step away to protect my heart.” According to TMZ, Brooke didn’t trust her father’s inner circle and feared she would get embroiled in a battle over his fortune, so willingly removed herself as a beneficiary of his estate. Hulk’s third wife, Sky Daily, stands to…

A demonstration in her PE lesson four years ago changed Lillian Collinson’s life. At primary school a team from Speed Stacks Australia showed Lillian’s class their skills, involving stacking plastic cups in a specific order at incredible speed. “It was crazy to see,” Lillian, now 12, from South Australia tells Woman’s Day. “I liked the speed and thought it looked fun.” Speed stacking is actually part of the school curriculum in areas of the US and Asia and, with proven benefits to cognitive function, concentration and coordination, it’s something the Australian team are also pushing in this country. “I’d never found my sport before but speed stacking gave me lots of confidence,” Lillian says. “I started practising a lot and some of my friends joined the sessions they were running…

DID YOU KNOW? QUEEN VICTORIA WAS A KEEN CRAFTER, AND ALONG WITH SPINNING AND EMBROIDERY SHE ALSO ENJOYED DIFFERENT KINDS OF CROCHET. IN FACT SHE WAS SO PARTIAL TO TUNISIAN CROCHET THAT IT WAS EVENTUALLY DUBBED ‘PRINCESS ROYAL KNITTING’ AFTER HER There's an age-old debate between crafty types – what’s better, knitting or crochet? But what if we were to tell you there’s a third choice that combines the best of both worlds? Tunisian crochet is a once-forgotten craft that’s enjoying a resurgence in popularity thanks to social media. Part crochet, part knitting, it’s been around for hundreds of years and is known for its array of beautiful, intricate stitch patterns. IS IT FOR ME? Tunisian crochet is ideal for people who enjoy crocheting, but like the tightly woven look…

CHOCOLATE, HAZELNUT & RASPBERRY BREAD & BUTTER PUDDING SERVES 6 PREP 25 MINS COOK 3 HOURS • 8 medium croissants • ¹/³ cup hazelnut spread, plus extra, warmed to serve • 125g punnet raspberries, plus extra to serve • 100g dark chocolate, chopped • 5 eggs, lightly beaten • ¹/³ cup caster sugar • 2 cups milk • 300ml pure cream • 2 tsp vanilla extract • toasted hazelnuts, to serve 1 Grease the removable bowl of a 5 to 6-litre capacity slow cooker. 2 Split croissants in half horizontally. Spread each half with 2 tsp hazelnut spread. Arrange croissant bases, cut-side up, slightly overlapping, in prepared bowl. Scatter with half the raspberries and half the chocolate. Repeat layering with croissant tops, cut-side down, and remaining raspberries and chocolate. 3…

Mental health is a subject that some people shy away from, especially young men. Are you hoping your book speaks to them? I started my podcast in 2013 because I wasn’t hearing the kind of conversations I needed to hear when I wasn’t doing well. This is the exact book that I wish I had then. In fact, the title is a direct quote from my mentor who was talking me through a very, very sticky part of my life. I was busy having a massive pity party for myself. And he just said to me, “So what? Now what?” You can read almost a direct version of that conversation in this book. It was so transformatively impactful for me, and I really wanted more people to have a similar…

ANDY’S BACK! ANNE HATHAWAY Poor Andy, it’s been nearly 20 years since she started working at Runway in The Devil Wears Prada, and she’s still run ragged by Meryl Streep’s Miranda! Hopefully by now she’s finally learned that sweater was cerulean after all. Switched at birth PEDRO PASCAL & JACOB ELORDI He’s the internet’s favourite “daddy”, but could Pedro actually be Aussie actor Jacob’s father? Judging by these pics, he could be! LINDSAY’S CLUED IN LINDSAY LOHAN It’s been 30 years since Clueless landed in cinemas, and its most iconic outfit is still in vogue! Freakier Friday star Lindsay rocked this Cher-tastic tartan suit while strolling through New York. Model behaviour! JANICE DICKINSON Self-described as the first supermodel, Janice was nothing short of graceful spitting out her coffee while out…

Prince Harry and King Charles have been taking steps to bridge their long estrangement, but by all accounts, a “stubborn” Prince William remains firmly against reuniting with his wayward brother. The heir mightn’t have any choice in the matter though, with their father pushing for a face to face between the warring brothers at Balmoral Castle, the Scottish summer home traditionally used for family summits! “This is being orchestrated with the utmost of care and sensitivity because it’s no secret that William is a reluctant party,” a royal insider tells Woman’s Day. “It’s taken months of discussion to convince him that there actually was an olive branch being offered by Harry, but now with this Balmoral summit looming, even William reluctantly acknowledges that if he’s to be king to all…

Keira Knightley recalls her friends thinking “nobody will see” her 2002 soccer film Bend It Like Beckham, but a long-awaited sequel is now officially in the works! “After 23 years and being unable to come up with a storyline that was as good as the original, I have finally found a fantastic story for a follow-up,” director Gurinder Chadha said last week, adding they have a 2027 release in mind to tie in with the film’s 25th anniversary and the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil. “Women’s football is more competitive, more exciting and more global than ever. It is an honour for me to be a small part of it.” There’s no official word on whether the film’s stars Keira and Parminder Nagra will sign on for the sequel,…

Billionaire Block buyer Adrian Portelli came out swinging against both Scotty Cam and the show last week after the Block host claimed they’d asked the businessman to step aside this season to “give mums and dads the opportunity to have a crack at a Block house... If Adrian comes and buys the lot of them, that rules them out.” “To be honest we said to Adrian, ‘We’d love you not to come next year, if that’s all right,’” he claimed during a radio interview. “We just said, ‘Mate, thank you, you’ve been a wonderful patron of our show, would you mind having a rest?’” But Adrian – who purchased all the Block houses last season for $15.3 million – wasn’t having it! “Scotty, you’re talking porkies,” Adrian, 35, wrote on…

A celebrity biographer is set to expose the real Gwyneth Paltrow in a juicy new biography about the star, and it may come as a shock to fans! “The Gwyneth we see so often on talk shows and in glossy magazine profiles isn’t the same Gwyneth that many people who have worked with her say,” Amy Odell, author of the upcoming biography, Gwyneth: The Biography, spills to Woman’s Day. “People told me she can be cold, icy, aloof. Some of her staff even compared her to Anna Wintour,” adds Amy, who penned a biography about the infamously prickly former Vogue editor in 2022. “When she’s not happy with someone, she might make a barf [vomit] face as soon as that person turns around. Yet when she needs to turn on…

While most kids grow up with cats or dogs as pets, Emily Parrott grew up with camels. “Dad bought 20 camels when I was four years old to start doing camel rides along Stockton Beach, so I’ve grown up with them my whole life,” the 33-year-old from Newcastle tells Woman’s Day. “It was always really normal to me until I started school and people kept asking me, ‘Do you really have camels?’” GREAT COMMUNITY Now, six days a week, Emily helps her dad Rodney take care of their 100-strong flock of camels. With husband Luke part of their business, they take tourists for camel adventures along Stockton Beach. But in July, Emily, Luke and their two kids, Abby, 10, and seven-year-old Cooper, took part in a month-long celebration of Queensland’s…

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH MITCHELL ONLINE! Visit mitchell coombes.com Q My husband of 62 years passed away. I feel guilty about him leaving me because he had fallen in the bathroom. While I was helping him, he broke his hip and was in hospital for two months. He hardly spoke to me for the last month of his life – it was as if he blamed me. I spend many hours crying for him. I visit his grave numerous times every week. Does he know how much I love and miss him? Maureen MITCHELL SAYS Your beautiful husband is coming through from spirit with so much love for you. He’s holding out a single rose and says, “Please don’t blame yourself.” He is not upset – not at all. There…

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