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Things I love …

He aroha whakato, he aroha puta mai • If kindness is sown, then kindness you shall receive.

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Ria’s baby joy ‘My sister’s selfless act’ • Shortland Street star Ria Vandervis had all but given up on her dream of becoming a mum. Now 20 weeks pregnant, she shares her story of heartbreak and hope with Woman in her own words.

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Taking care of business • One of New Zealand’s most accomplished female executives, Theresa Gattung shares her vision for a fairer future with Sophie Neville.

JLO Bennifer's back on! • Ain’t it funny? They were one of Hollywood’s hottest power couples, and now it seems Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck can’t deny their feelings any longer.

One for the BOOKS • With the National Library culling its catalogue, Rosemary wonders what will become of the banished tomes.

Easy writer • Riding high on the back of commercial success, Stacy Gregg sits down with Sophie Neville who discovers the bestselling author is no one-trick pony.

The beauty of nature • One of the original supermodels, Helena Christensen talks to Sonia Haria about her homemade beauty tricks (hint: don’t throw away your coffee grounds) and getting back to nature during lockdown.

Shirley Manson: On the record • The Garbage frontwoman waxes lyrical about the art of destruction and why she’s putting her faith in future generations. Siena Yates writes.

Happy feat • The idea of being pleased for others can feel like a foreign concept in our modern world. As it turns out, writes Sharon Stephenson, it is.

Groove is in the heart • Told that she wouldn’t make it as a musician, Bonnie Hurunui hit all the right notes to make her dream a reality. She talks to Hayley McLarin about overcoming doubt and rocking out with her band White Chapel Jak.

Silver linings • From launching businesses to finding love, we meet Kiwi women who are thriving after the turbulence of 2020. Cloe Willetts finds out how Covid changed their lives.

Good vibes • Three women are channelling their passion for surfing into a creative project which aims to bring wahine together in the water – and on land. Fiona Ralph reports.

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Just desserts • You’ve got to enjoy winter for the puddings, if nothing else. Custard, syrup, sponge, lashings of cream… what’s not to love?! I’ve changed up these classics by cutting the sugar down in some and adding fruit in others. Every spoonful will make you swoon.

THE CLASSICS • These well-loved dishes have all stood the test of time, but we guarantee they won’t last long once you put them on the dinner table. Here’s the beef!

ON THE DOUBLE • Why stop at jeans and a jacket? Dial up the denim factor by including shirts, skirts or even a jumpsuit in your winter wardrobe rotation.

Coldy locks • Don’t let the winter weather wreak havoc on your hair! Nourish and nurture with these new arrivals and old favourites.

The 5-day blow dry • One of the best parts about going to the salon is the beautiful blow dry afterwards. There’s just something about that bounce, shine and body the stylists create – which...