Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 38, 2025 i Woman's Day

The Woman’s Day team love nothing more than sitting down to chat to celebrities – and this week we’ve spoken to two of our favourite stars. News Editor Emma interviewed superstar chef Jamie Oliver, who told her all about his plans for retirement, and whether any of his kids will pick up the cooking baton (p28). He’s also shared three of his favourite healthy, easy-to-make recipes with us. I’ll definitely be adding them to my weekly menu! Our News Writer Harry sat down with the formidable Miriam Margolyes, supposedly to talk about her new book (p24). However, as you might expect, she loves to talk about anything and everything – in fact some of the topics she touched on made Harry blush! Katherine Chatfield Editor…

Lleyton Hewitt’s planning to appeal his recent ban from tennis, but at home, the stress of the whole controversy has already taken its toll on his wife Bec and their kids. Now insiders say as a distressed Bec tries to pick up the pieces of her husband’s latest sporting scandal, his tennis protegee Cruz, 16, is now wondering if he even wants a future career in the game! “Cruz is ranked 841 in the world and after this recent drama with his dad, he’s actually at a real crossroads, and considering if in fact he’s going to continue to chase his dream to hopefully one day be as good as his dad,” a Hewitt family insider tells Woman’s Day. “On top of all Lleyton’s dramas, he’s also having to come…

Jason Bateman recently revealed Jennifer Aniston is like a “co-mom” of his and wife Amanda’s two girls. But insiders say Jen, 56, is getting tired of playing “mom” to Jason, 56, and Amanda’s marriage troubles, after the couple were spotted exchanging tense words in a carpark amid rumours they’re struggling over how to parent their teenagers. “Jen’s always been there for her friends and Jason is like a brother to her, so she’s often found herself coaching him through his problems – and she’s played peacemaker between him and Amanda more than once,” tells the insider. “Jen really just wants to focus on her new relationship but it’s getting impossible being Jason’s shoulder to cry on all the time. Jen loves him and doesn’t want to see him and Amanda…

Stamp of approval! Harry Styles is falling hard and fast for girlfriend Zoe Kravitz, with the inseparable pair taking their love from Rome to New York and back to Rome again, in a matter of weeks! And while naysayers might dismiss their romance as a “flash in the pan”, Harry, 31, has already met the most important man in 36-year-old Zoe’s life – her dad Lenny, 61. Now, insiders think Harry might’ve asked him for Zoe’s hand in marriage. “Everyone’s buzzing that Harry DID ask Lenny for Zoe’s hand in marriage over dinner and it’s true it almost went down like that. Harry made his intentions about Zoe clear to Lenny and he’s convinced she’s the love of his life,” a source tells. “Lenny’s never going to burn bridges with…

They were The Block 2020’s self-proclaimed “mad dogs” from Western Sydney who took home $650,000 profit and now as Sarah and George Bragias return to screens this week, Woman’s Day discovers the happily married couple have been busy in the five years since the show! HEALTHY & HAPPY “I have always loved going to the gym, pushing my body to extreme limits… I am a black belt in hapkido, so I enjoy kicking and punching a bag to let off steam,” Sarah, 32, told Woman’s Day back in 2020. The mum of two, who has boys Leo, three, and Luca, almost one, has certainly been busy lately getting back in shape, telling fans that while it’s hard juggling mum life and exercise, “What I have learned is that if you…

Last May, Jamie Oliver turned 50 and along with it came the inevitable wake up call that he could do with losing a bit of weight, getting more sleep and generally prioritising his health. As with all his pursuits over the years, from training disadvantaged people in his restaurants to his campaign to ban unhealthy food in schools, Jamie threw himself wholeheartedly into transforming his life and now he’s back to show others how to do it. Here he tells Woman’s Day why healthy living became the subject of his new book. Back in your Naked Chef days you taught us how to cook the fried one-pan brekkie – how many of those are you having these days, Jamie? If I have anything that wonderfully indulgent it’s mainly on a…

BAKED SALMON WITH COUSCOUS & SPRING VEGIES SERVES 4 PREP 25 MINS COOK 25 MINS • 2 cups couscous • 180g tub marinated feta, drained, reserving oil • 2 tbsp Moroccan seasoning • 5 green onions, thinly sliced • 400g can chickpeas, drained, rinsed • 2½ cups chicken stock • 2 cups frozen broad beans, thawed, peeled • 1 bunch asparagus, halved lengthways • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, plus extra to serve • 4 x 150g pieces salmon fillet, skin off • lemon wedges, to serve 1 Place couscous, reserved oil from feta, 1 tbsp seasoning, onion, chickpeas and stock in an ovenproof dish (30cm x 25cm). 2 Arrange broad beans, asparagus and dill over couscous. Top with salmon. Sprinkle salmon with remaining seasoning. Cover with foil. 3 Cook…

Dance squad! The Irwins got glammed up to support Robert on his first appearance on Dancing With The Stars – even Grace, four, looks the part! Watt a style queen! Classic and chic, Naomi Watts was right at home taking in the stylish Calvin Klein show at New York Fashion Week. Bold? Tick! Beautiful? Tick! That’s our golden girl! Margot Robbie’s new film is A Big Bold Beautiful Journey – an apt title for her flawless looks! She dazzled in Armani at the London premiere. Film festival family Schitt’s Creek fans were loving the reunion as Eugene Levy showed support for Dan’s new documentary at the Toronto film festival. Before four become five Just weeks away from bub number three’s arrival, Matty J and Laura Byrne took their girls Marlie-Mae,…

If Katie Holmes thought her “insane chemistry” with Joshua Jackson on set of Happy Hours was enough to stop him playing the field, she can think again! The 47-year-old actor who split from Jodie Turner-Smith in October 2023, with whom he shares daughter Juno, five, has been seen with a string of women over the past year, including German model Nastassja Roberts in September 2024, Bridgerton star Simone Ashley, 30, in August, and Grey’s Anatomy star Eric Dane’s ex Priya Jain, 28, just earlier this month. “Of course Katie’s disappointed. She and Josh have an incredible lifelong bond and she genuinely thought he was flirting for another chance with her. She knows he’s trouble, but she was hoping he’d matured after becoming a father. Apparently not,” a source spills “Joshua…

What split? Despite all the rumours their four-year relationship was on the rocks, Renee Zellweger and Ant Anstead looked as besotted as ever as she cheered him on for his soccer match in Orange Country. The actress, who pops up on the new season of Only Murders In The Building, skipped the Emmys to support her English boyfriend and kick the ball around with his six-year-old son, Hudson. TV presenter Ant, 46, reaffirmed his love for his rumoured fiancee recently, gushing about her down-to-earth nature. “One of the many, many things that attracts me to Ren is that she’s a hands-on car girl. It’s really cool that we met on a car show… she’s the greatest human I’ve ever met.” Renee, 56, is reportedly making a cameo in the second…

Forget the nail guns and paint rollers, the real drama is happening in the contestants’ secret WhatsApp chat! “It started with a comment being left unread for a couple of days and then it turned into not such a fun space to share our experiences,” says one contestant, who says the biggest tension is between Ben and Em and Alicia and Sonny, with the latter believing some of The Blockheads have “edit-amnesia”, choosing to believe their edit rather than what actually happened behind the scenes. “Em and Ben have started a splinter group with Britt and Taz, leaving Sonny and Alicia out.”…

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH MITCHELL ONLINE! Visit mitchell coombes.com Q I’ve been having dreams that feel like memories lately. Is there something my soul is trying to tell me? Curious Spirit MITCHELL SAYS I’m picking up that these dreams are more than imagination – they are very real glimpses into your past life memories. Your soul is gently reminding you that you’ve lived before, carrying deep wisdom and lessons into this life. Try to notice the emotions in these dreams, as they often hold the key to what your soul wants you to heal. I feel these dreams are confirmation that your intuition is opening strongly. Keep a journal and write down what you remember from your dreams – over time, a clear picture will reveal itself. Q A couple…

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SESAME CRUSTED PORK & NOODLES SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 30 MINS • 2 tbsp sesame seeds • 300g pork fillets • 400g Singapore noodles • 850g packet frozen or fresh stir-fry vegetable mix • ½ cup oyster sauce, plus extra to drizzle 1 Line an oven tray with baking paper. 2 Spread sesame seeds on a plate. Roll pork over to coat. Heat an oiled, large frying pan on high. Cook pork 3-4 mins until browned all over. Transfer to prepared tray. 3 Cook pork in a 200°C preheated oven for 15 mins or until just cooked through. Rest, loosely covered with foil, 10 mins. Slice thickly. 4 Meanwhile, place noodles in a heatproof bowl. Pour boiling water over to cover. Set aside 5 mins. Drain. 5 In…

RED CARPET REUNIONS Alexis Bledel and Lauren Graham, aka Rory and Lorelai, marked 25 years of Gilmore Girls. Selena Gomez couldn’t resist a cuddle with Cate Blanchett! COUPLE GOALS Everybody wants more of Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard’s red carpet cuteness! TV siblings Kate Hudson and Justin Theroux excitedly caught up, perhaps chatting about Running Point’s season two? PINK LADIES Tina Fey handed her old SNL boss, Lorne Michaels, an award, but The White Lotus star Parker Posey was robbed!…

During Robert Redford’s acceptance speech for an honorary Oscar in 2002, the star of more than 70 movies, who died last week at age 89, spoke about spending much of his life “focused on the road ahead, not looking back”. And while this spoke to the filmmaker’s determination not to dwell on his past achievements, it could also be a veiled reference to how the iconic star survived the heartbreaking tragedies he carried throughout his life. PLACE HE LOVED Robert’s passing was confirmed by a spokesperson who revealed the actor had passed away “at his home at Sundance in the mountains of Utah – the place he loved, surrounded by those he loved.” At 89, he’d enjoyed a 65-year career that saw him become one of the most feted stars…

Fans were left questioning whether Nadia Bartel was secretly engaged to her boyfriend, Peter Dugmore, after she was spotted leaving Alin Le’ Kal, a bridal store in Melbourne. Photos of the 40-year-old leaving the luxury boutique – famous for its custom bridal gowns and evening wear – carrying a garment bag sparked speculation on Saturday. And while she seemingly put the rumours to rest the very next day, appearing at the JW Foundation’s Starry Night event at the NGV in a sheer gown from the same brand, Nadia has revealed she plans to marry boyfriend Peter Dugmore – could she be shopping for inspiration? She told Daily Mail that her boyfriend was “the one.” “But when you meet someone that you feel like you want to marry, it’s a good…

Tom Hanks and John Travolta have been long-time friends since they used to have regular LA restaurant double dates with their wives, Rita and the late Kelly Preston. And “Uncle John” has been such a hugely positive influence on Tom’s troubled son, Chet, that the unlikely twosome are about to star in a movie together, sci-fi thriller Driver’s Ed. An insider says, “Tom and John have always had each other’s back and the Hanks family is worryingly fractured right now – John is determined to help his pal and get the family back on the right track. He and Tom have been unofficial ‘uncles’ to each other’s kids for years and Tom and Rita have been key to helping John move forward after the death of Kelly.” Insiders say John,…

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have always been conscious of their daughters falling into the trappings of Hollywood, but Sunday Rose’s night out in New York with the girl dubbed the “ultimate nepo baby” has them on high alert. Sunday, 17, went solo to the Chanel Haute Couture book event but met up with Romy Mars, the blonde 18-year-old viral sensation whose rich-girl antics and jetsetting lifestyle have made her a star on TikTok. An insider says Sunday’s new friendship has her already protective parents on guard. “This is not what they imagined at all when they let Sunday loose at New York Fashion Week,” the source tells Woman’s Day. “Three parties in one week while hanging out with Romy Mars is a recipe for disaster – and she’s not…

1 THERE’S NO MENTORING! The coaches are meant to take them under their wing but a former contestant reveals there’s barely any mentoring. “They sell you this dream of being mentored by these huge names, but honestly, it felt so shallow,” the performer told Yahoo. “The coaches barely have time for you. It’s like they’re playing a role on TV and don’t really connect with you.” 2 YOU NEVER HEAR FROM THE COACHES AGAIN Thought the contestants and coaches kept in touch once filming wrapped? Lachie Gill, who won the show in 2022, told the Herald Sun that when the cameras stopped rolling, he never heard from coach Rita Ora again. “I am going to be completely honest with you, I have not spoken to her since the show, which…

Sue Matt remembers the newsagency that was the focal point of her childhood. It was the place to buy her precious back-to-school stationery and the magazines she and her friends pored over. She’d buy lollies and birthday cards there and it also had a bird aviary outside so if you ever got lost at the shopping centre it was the place you’d know to meet your mum! As newsagents were, and to some extent still are, it was the heart of the community and when Sue grew up she and her husband Andrew went on to buy their own. “Andrew and I met in banking but he always had aspirations to buy a newsagents as a good, steady business. We bought our first in Maryborough [Qld] in 1991. I…

When life gets too busy and there aren’t enough hours in the day, it can be far too easy to cut back on those all-important zzz’s. But while you may feel like you’re getting away with it, the truth is you’re racking up a growing sleep-debt that may be affecting you in ways you aren’t even aware of. Sleep specialist Olivia Arezzolo explains why we all need to get enough shut-eye. 1 YOU’RE EMOTIONALLY EXHAUSTED Not getting enough sleep each night can rob even the bubbliest person of their mojo, and leave them feeling, well, tired and cranky. “Evidence shows the happiness hormones serotonin and dopamine regenerate during deep sleep,” Olivia says. “Missing out on quality rest compromises this innate process, which leaves you feeling flat and fatigued.” 2 YOU…

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NO-BAKE CHOC-CARAMEL CHEESECAKE SERVES 8 PREP 20 • 180g block Caramello chocolate • 1½ x 128g packet Oreo biscuits • 90g butter, melted • 1½ tsp powdered gelatine • 500g cream cheese, chopped • ½ cup caster sugar • 1 tsp vanilla essence • 1 cup thickened cream • 100g dark chocolate, melted, cooled • 300g jar salted caramel sauce • whipped cream, to serve 1 Place Caramello in freezer. Grease and line a 20cm springform pan with baking paper. 2 In food processor, pulse biscuits until fine crumbs form. Add butter. Pulse until mixture comes together. Press over base of pan. Chill 15 mins. 3 In a heatproof jug, whisk gelatine into ¼ cup boiling water. 4 In a clean food processor, combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla. Pulse…

Our Books Editor Emma Babbington gives us her picks for the week! Can you give us the elevator pitch for your latest novel, The Killing Stones? Shetlander Jimmy Perez moves to Orkney with his pregnant partner (and boss) Willow and their son. In a midwinter storm, his friend Archie Stout disappears on the small island of Westray. As the wind blows through, Jimmy finds Archie’s body close to an archaeological dig. He’s been killed by a neolithic stone, inscribed by later Nordic runes. What can readers expect from a Jimmy Perez novel if they’ve only familiar with your Vera character? The same strong sense of place, I think. I first went to Shetland and Orkney 50 years ago, so these are communities I understand. I went back to Orkney to…