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.

Editor’s letter

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Around the world

Dame Jools Topp Her untouchable spirit lives on • The Weekly celebrates the life of a top talent and a beloved Kiwi character.

At home with the Luxons • Step inside their private world as the Prime Minister and his family reveal the realities, challenges and the meaningful moments that keep them connected.

Where legends were made Kiwis’ golden moments • As we gear up for Glasgow, The Weekly revisits our podium triumphs from previous Commonwealth Games.

Melbourne, Australia, 2006

Delhi, India, 2010

Glasgow, Scotland, 2014

A HOUSE OF CARDS • With alleged links to Jeffrey Epstein and a criminal trial in the family, support for the Norwegian royals is plummeting. Yet the stalwart King Harald V will not abdicate and strives to hold the House of Glücksburg together.

LISA KUDROW • It’s 22 years since it ended, but Friends still earns Lisa Kudrow $28 million a year. The actress reveals what went on behind the scenes, how the death of her co-star Matthew Perry affected her - and why her own hit show was cancelled twice.

“There can never be closure unless we find Pete” • Twenty-five years after British backpacker Peter Falconio was murdered in the outback, his mother tells The Weekly that she draws solace from family but has not yet found peace.

Why good enough is ENOUGH • Growing up surrounded by violence and abuse, Nathan Wallis instinctively realised the needs of young ones. Now, the childhood practitioner shares his wisdom with fellow parents.

When wine o’clock stops. • For years, alcohol has been sold to women as a reward for getting through the day. But as many midlife women realise it’s taking more than it gives, is it time to rethink our relationship with alcohol?

Saturday night fever! • In a small rural town in New South Wales, classic monthly ballroom dances are building community – and sparking some romances along the way.

‘How I became a Top End shark wrangler ’ • Dr Julia Constance has found her happy place as a groundbreaking shark researcher in the outback.

Cool yet cosy • We show you how you can stay warm without sacrificing style thanks to the season’s finest materials.

Wild at heart • Inspired by the colours of the landscape, we have selected effortlessly stylish pieces in the finest merino wool, cashmere, flannel and cotton perfect for a winter getaway.

Queen of clean

Double cleanse • “Gentle plant oils are a great start,” says Corri Marshall.

sensitive? • Look for hydrating and soothing ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid and aloe vera.

If your skin combination?

Beauty news

The “if only” trap • Once “if only” and “what if” take over your thinking, it can pull you out of your life. Here’s how to come back to where you are.

The secret to a better day • Small, science-backed changes to how you wake, eat, move and sleep can make a real difference to your energy, mood and long-term health.

Game, set, match • Ready to come out swinging? With its strong links to longevity and cardiovascular fitness, picking up a racquet has never been easier, or more fun.

Build your confidence on the court

TAKE A SWING • “You need a light racquet when starting out,” advises Anna Klim. “Around 280 grams is a good entry point.” Anna notes that if you’re not ready to invest in your own, most clubs have racquets you can borrow.

A beginner’s tennis workout to try...