Australian Women’s Weekly NZ

The Australian Women's Weekly, NZ Edition, delivers hard-hitting news, gorgeous features, advice, inspirational stories and the best triple-tested recipes. It’s the ultimate magazine with something for everyone, while providing inspiration for women of all ages.

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Around the world

Nadia’s family finally reunited • As her family rallies around, the celebrity chef talks to writer Emma Clifton about her biggest challenge yet, being on the brink of burnout and the life lessons that tragedy has taught her.

The courage of Princess Catherine “You are not alone” • It was a rare personal address that she shouldn’t have had to make. But with conspiracy theories swirling and the slimmed-down “Firm” under fire, Princess Catherine si lenced critics with searing courage and dignity.

The House of Windsor’s working royals • While King Charles III and the Princess of Wales take time out from public engagements, there are nine other working royals to call on. They are ...

From one mum to another • Princess Catherine’s public announcement struck a chord with mum-of-two Jane Gillard. She shares her story of parenting through cancer – and offers hope for the princess and mums navigating their own health journey while raising primary-aged kids.

Jamie Oliver at your service • Returning to the set of MasterChef Australia to help steer a path through grief and spread happiness, the celebrity chef is also at a turning point – he opens up about failure, love, second chances and his endless reservoir of joie de vivre.

A mother’s Gift • In December last year, Australia’s first uterus transplant recipient, Kirsty Bryant, gave birth to Henry, a happy, healthy baby boy. The uterus that had made this little miracle possible had been donated by her mother, Michelle. Five months later, their first Mother’s Day since Henry’s birth feels especially precious.

Relationships expert John Aiken ‘My Own Marriage Comes First’ • With Married at First Sight NZ almost here, the psychologist opens up about his formative years in Aotearoa, finding love with Kiwi star Kelly Swanson-Roe and how they keep their romance alive after all this time.

Julie Goodwin “I am lucky to behere” • Since the day she walked onto the MasterChef Australia set back in 2009, Julie Goodwin has openly shared her life. But in writing a memoir, she had to examine the demons she’d battled privately … until now.

The Man Who Wasn’t There • When Tracy Hall fell for Max Tavita, she fell for a mirage. Max was a false identity created by a con man, and Tracy was the latest in a long line of women whose life savings he’d stolen.

Time to celebrate our mothers • Author Kathy Lette gives a heartfelt thank you to her magnificent mum, Val – a baker of fairy cakes with the patience of a saint.

Not Without My Son • Lynda Holden had only 15 precious days with her newborn baby before he was taken from her by the Sisters of Mercy. Forty years later, Lynda sued the Catholic Church for both mother and son’s heartbreak, and now she can finally tell her story.

‘I was given a 5% chance of survival’ • When Caroline Laner Breure was hit by a car in an horrific accident on a Spanish holiday with her boyfriend, her body and her dreams were shattered. Somehow she found the will to go on living.

A juggling act

The Good life • The Weekly’s May guide to fashion, food, beauty, homes and good health

Sweet escape • A weekend away deserves a wardrobe of the softest cashmere and woollens. Paired with a statement coat in a palette of golden neutrals, and you are set for a perfect cosy country day.

Coming up roses • Driven by a renewed interest in the flower’s power, a rose renaissance is dawning.

Beauty news

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