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Megan Gale’s super career

Megan models designs by Alex Perry as part of the David Jones Autumn/Winter Collection launch in February 2007.

Megan Gale was one of only a few A-list celebs hanging out at the VIP tent of Tropfest — the world’s largest short film festival, held in Sydney each year.

Megan cruises Sydney Harbour in super-cool style.

With her career particularly strong in Italy, Megan was appointed as our Tourism Ambassador to promote Australia as a holiday destination to the Italian public.

At the David Jones winter 2003 fashion launch.

On the catwalk at the David Jones Winter fashion 2003 launch in their Sydney store.

At the David Jones Autumn/Winter 2004 Launch parade held in Sydney.

The sunnies and the sultry attitude bring warmth to a winter fashion launch.

Megan Gale wears a flowing gown on the red carpet at the David Jones Launch Party at the Elizabeth Street Sydney store in November 2004.

Megan models a Roman-esque gown at a summer collections launch in August 2005.

It takes a true supermodel to pull off wearing a colourful outfit such as this one by Simona at the David Jones Summer 2006 Collections Launch in Melbourne.

The Havaianas Beachley Classic Celebrity Surf Off at Sydney’s Manly Beach in October 2006 saw celebrities battle it out to win $5,000 for their nominated charity.

Megan shows her versatility in this high-octane number at the DJs Autumn/Winter 2007 launch.

Megan and her funnyman boyfriend Andy Lee arrive at Melbourne’s Crown Casino for the Logies.

At the opening night party for the L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival in March 2008, it’s clear that supermodel Megan Gale is still enjoying super success.

Victoria Beckham is one fashionista who isn’t afraid to step out in bright colours — not to mention a pair of sky-high heels — even if this outfit is as close as she’ll get to a birthday cake.

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Ivana’s lavish toyboy wedding

The world’s most famous divorcee talks exclusively to Woman’s Day about her extravagant wedding to her Italian lover.

Millionaire socialite Ivana Trump made sure that no expense was spared when she walked down the aisle with actor-model Rossano Rubicondi.

Spending a reported $5 million, the pair tied the knot in an extravaganza witnessed by 500 friends and family — including the bride’s ex-husband Donald Trump and his wife Melania.

With a million-dollar ring which she bought for herself, an astounding 25 bridesmaids, 25 groomsmen, a 24-piece French orchestra and an amazing 3.7 metre-tall cake decorated with German hand-carved chocolates, a stunning Ivana made sure it was an event to remember.

Many were surprised when Ivana, 59, decided to tie the knot at the lavish Mar-a-Lago country club in Palm Beach, Florida, which belongs to billionaire businessman Donald. The estate’s palatial ballroom was specifically renovated by the Don himself three years ago for his wedding to Melania.

Ivana’s marriage to Donald may have ended bitterly, but these days the couple are the best of friends. Not only did the business tycoon throw a lavish pre-wedding party for Ivana and Rossano, 35, days before the ceremony, he also reportedly enlisted his lawyers to draw up their pre-nuptial agreement.

For the full story, see this week’s Woman’s Day (on sale April 21).

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Ivana Trump’s lavish toyboy wedding

It’s wedding number four for Ivana Trump, but the socialite still chooses to exchange vows in an extravagant white gown. She later changes into a pink dress for the rest of the festivities.

Ivana’s maid of honour is her 26-year-old daughter, model Ivanka.

The ceremony occurrs by the pool at the Mar-a-Lago country club in Palm Beach, Florida — property of Ivana’s ex-husband, billionaire businessman Donald Trump.

Ivana shows off her sparkling million-dollar ring — which she purchased herself.

Under a canopy of flowers, by the pool, and near a sea of satin, the couple share their first kiss as husband and wife.

Ivana had the rainbow covered with her 25 ladies in waiting.

Amid the 25 groomsmen dressed in white and off-white, Rossano is a little hard to find.

Ivana, 59, shares a moment with her new husband, 35-year-old Rossano.

Meanwhile, the food is prepared for 500 of Ivana and Rossano’s nearest and dearest.

If there’s such a thing as floral bling, Ivana has it here — in the most colourful array of petals imaginable.

The wedding cake looms large at 3.7m tall. It’s decorated with German hand-carved chocolates.

Ivana’s husbands old and new get along famously.

Ivana’s sons Eric and Donald Jr, along with Donald, gave her away at the altar.

Rossano sings to his new wife in Italian.

The groom dances the night away with his bride…

View our photo gallery of some of the best and worst celebrity weddings of 2007.

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David Beckham’s birthday

David Robert Joseph Beckham was born May 2, 1975, in Leytonstone, England.

In the 1996/97 season when he played for Manchester United, he famously scored a goal from the halfway line. It wasn’t long before he became a household name. Becks began his career at age 11 when he attended soccer school where he impressed coaches with his natural ability.

He has also impressed many with his athletic physique.

David impressed one person in particular — Victoria Adams, now Beckham. The couple that became known affectionately as “Posh and Becks” are pictured here in October 1999 as fresh-faced newlyweds. Together they built an empire.

Like his fashionista wife, Becks is known for his trend-setting. The white suit, such as this one he wore to the 2003 MTV Movie Awards, became a signature look for him.

With cutting-edge outfits and hairstyles changing more often than Posh’s, Becks was one of the first “metrosexuals”.

Becoming captain of England’s World Cup football team was a highlight of Becks’ career.

Everyone wanted a piece of Becks, including Pepsi. This ad was set in the mystical underworld of Hong Kong, and was dubbed “the most explosive Pepsi commercial ever”. It also starred singers J.Lo and Beyoncé.

Posh and Becks enthusiasts were all watching what Becks would do with his hair next.

A father of three boys, Becks is also known as a devoted dad. Here, David celebrates with Brooklyn, Cruz and Romeo after his team Real Madrid won Primera Liga title 2007.

Celebrating a Manchester United championship victory with little Brooklyn.

Posh and Becks pose with Bob Geldof at “Live 8 London” in July 2005. The concerts preceded the G8 summit raising awareness for MAKEpovertyHISTORY.

At the time they relocated to Los Angeles, the Beckhams were the most famous British ex-pats. David, Victoria, Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz left for the US on July 12, 2007.

Becks started his LA Galaxy team, as well as an LA branch of The David Beckham Academy — a new football school focusing on the development of young players.

Posh and Becks have another celebrity couple keeping them company in LA — Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise.

Brooklyn, David and Romeo Beckham have become regulars at LA Lakers basketball games.

Victoria Beckham is one fashionista who isn’t afraid to step out in bright colours — not to mention a pair of sky-high heels!

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60 years of celebs: Then and now

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

For some, stardom is fleeting. But others go the distance — we get to see them grow and change across the decades. So how much have they changed? How enduring is their image? You be the judge in our gallery of celebs then and now.

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The world’s most evil mums

Losing a child is the worst nightmare for most mothers … but a few, such as Karen Matthews, have sacrificed their kids for so-called ‘love’.

Until last week, Karen Matthews was one of the most pitied mums in the UK. Now she’s easily the most hated.

Karen, 32, had the entire nation behind her after she tearfully declared her daughter Shannon was missing.

Shannon, 9, had last been seen after a school swimming trip on February 19, near her family’s home in modest Dewsbury Moor, a suburb of the town of Dewsbury in west Yorkshire.

As the weeks rolled on, Karen became a household name as she continually begged the public to look out for her child. Meanwhile, her supporters prayed for young Shannon, fearing the worst.

Not since the hunt for mass killer the Yorkshire Ripper in the 1970s had local police mounted such a massive search. More than 6000 people were interviewed in an operation costing more than $2 million.

With the disappearance of toddler Madeleine McCann, who vanished in Portugal a year earlier, still scarring the nation’s psyche, millions hoped poor Shannon would be found alive.

Finally, after a harrowing 24 days, those prayers were answered. Shannon was found, alive, trapped in a drawer under a bed at the home of family friend, Michael Donovan, less than two kilometres from her home. Donovan, 39, is the uncle of Karen Matthews’ live-in boyfriend Craig Meehan, 22.

While the nation breathed a collective sigh of relief, the police were still hard at work to get to the bottom of the investigation. What they found has made news around the world.

Craig Meehan was arrested after child pornography was found on his home computer — and Karen was also arrested by the police and accused of concocting the ordeal and knowing where her “missing” child was the entire time.

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7 things your GP wants you to know

By Annette Campbell

Have you been to see your GP lately?

We all get busy and time flies by, so chances are that unless you’ve had a particular illness you might not have seen your local doctor for a while. So we decided to check-in with Melbourne-based practicing GP, Dr Vicki Kotsirilos, to discuss some important health issues.

“Your GP does care about you and the number one thing they want you to know is that the doctor-patient relationship is crucial to good health,” says Dr Vicki Kotsirilos, who’s also a spokesperson for The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.

“Communication is so important in this relationship; the patient needs to be able to ask questions and have faith in their doctor. If you don’t feel you have a good relationship with a certain doctor, find another one you do feel more comfortable with.

“And if you feel the time spent with your GP is not enough to answer all your questions, your doctor would welcome another appointment to address these questions.”

  1. You are the one in control of your health

It’s important that patients take control of their own health, and that means making any necessary lifestyle changes to control illness and prevent disease. You’re not powerless.

  1. Good nutrition plays an important role

Many diseases, such as heart conditions, high cholesterol, obesity, and blood pressure issues are affected by what you eat and in what quantities. So you need to make sure you’re eating healthy foods such as fruit and vegetables; proteins from fish, legumes and low fat meats; and dairy foods for calcium.

  1. Exercise is vital

As little as a 20-minute walk every day assists many health issues such as depression, osteoporosis and obesity prevention. It also helps you sleep better which is essential for good health.

  1. Safe sun exposure is great medicine too

Spending just 5-10 minutes outside the hours from 11am to 5pm helps the production of vitamin D as well as melatonin which regulates sleep. But be careful — too much sun increases the risk of skin cancer.

  1. Stress can contribute to many diseases

A happy mind certainly equals a happy body. Physical symptoms of stress include tummy ache, diarrhoea and headaches. Stress can be caused by issues in your home life or at work, so try to reduce those factors. A strong support network of friends, relaxation, meditation and sleep all help reduce the risk.

  1. Don’t ignore any signs or symptoms!

So many things that we can all experience at times, can be symptoms of illness — such as headaches, lumps, chest pain, nausea and fatigue. So it’s sometimes hard to know when to go to the doctor. A good gauge is your own level of concern — if you’re worried, go to the GP.

  1. Have regular health check-ups

From middle-age onwards, try to see your GP at least for a check up, once a year. As soon as a woman is sexually active, she should have a pap test every two years. Many GPs will also do a breast check at the same time. For women aged older than 50, a mammogram is free every two years. Men should have a regular prostate check from the age of 50 — or earlier if there are symptoms. If you are obese, a smoker, or in any other high-risk group, have regular checks with your doctor, at even younger than 45. And if you’re aged between 45-49, ask your doctor about the Medicare rebates available for heart disease, diabetes and cholesterol screening.

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Grain bread vs white bread

Judy Davie

**Dear Judy,

I noticed that you suggest eating grain bread. I was under the impression grain bread is made from white flour which is very processed. Is not the wholemeal variety a better option? And is wholemeal pasta considered a reasonable substitute?

— Mel**

Dear Mel,

Wholegrain bread is made from brown flour with grains added to it. It’s the grains that help to lower the GI of bread and the more grainy the bread the better it is.

You might be able to buy grainy white bread and while it is better than plain white, wholegrain is the best. As well as having a low GI, wholegrain bread has more fibre, protein, B vitamins, magnesium and zinc.

Wholemeal pasta is an excellent substitute to bread as it too has a lower GI and the added nutrients that come from using brown flour.

All the best,

Judy

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Mariah’s brave new world

As Mariah Carey releases her 11th album, E=MC², the pop diva talks about life, love and weight struggles.

How have you learnt to be more relaxed?

You become more relaxed, if you’ve made mistakes. Mistakes make us wiser. We all make a lot of bad decisions in life, sometimes we learn from this, sometimes we don’t. I think I have.

Do you have a drink?

Of course. But without chips and chocolate. The only thing I’m allowed to eat with wine is olives. And sometimes a little cheese. It is very French, my diet.

But the French eat five courses …

I do sometimes as well. But then only a little bit from each course. Now I have the body again that I had in 11th grade. My jeans size is also the same as when I was 17. It should stay like that. I think that’s cool.

Do you go out a lot or do your friends mainly come to you?

I like to go out, but not too often. That’s because I have to be very careful with my voice. It is very strong, but also super-sensitive. So too much partying is not good for me. I have to be very responsible when it comes to my throat. Mostly my friends come over, we lie around on my big couches and have a typical pyjama party. Watch films or just talk.

What kind of pyjama party do you have?

A party where us girls can let ourselves go. Where there are no guys. So we prance around the apartment in our pajamas, talk nonsense and drink wine. I love that.

Are men allowed at these parties?

They have to be really cool. But sometimes there are some there, sure. The main thing is that they don’t take pictures of us while we’re sleeping. Then I would be mad!

How proud does it make you when these young girls like Beyoncé name you as their role model?

I feel old when you say that! Although I do have the body of a 12 year old again. No, sure, that’s an unbelievable honour when other singers say I’ve inspired them. Or when people say my songs have helped them through difficult times. That’s wonderful.

For more of this interview, see this week’s Woman’s Day (on sale April 14).

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Victoria Beckham style file

Victoria Beckham is one fashionista who isn’t afraid to step out in bright colours — not to mention a pair of sky-high heels — even if this outfit is as close as she’ll get to a birthday cake.

Posh may give the impression that she prefers her pout over her pearly whites these days, but earlier photos spell otherwise.

While Posh has made her own brand of bob-cut hairdo famous, she occasionally sports longer locks.

Rehearsing with her Spice Girls bandmates in 1997, Victoria isn’t quite sure what to do with herself…

Soon enough, Posh found her patented pout.

The Spice Girls won the Best Video and Best Single categories at the Brit Awards in 1997 — (L to R) Melanie Chisholm, Victoria Adams (later Beckham), Geri Halliwell, Emma Bunton and Melanie Brown.

Earlier days of the romance between Posh and Becks, at an awards ceremony in London during October 1999.

Posh with her life-size wax model at Madame Tussaud’s in London, December 1999. The Spice Girls were the first pop band to be modelled for the museum since the Beatles.

October 2006 in London, Victoria Beckham releases her book on fashion and beauty, That Extra Half An Inch: Hair, Heels and Everything in Between.

With her incredibly high wedges, Posh shows that fashion knows no pain.

A chic Victoria takes son Cruz to famous New York toy store FAO Schwartz in 2007.

It had been a decade since the group hit the stage together, but Posh showed she still had some spicy moves while on The Return of Spice Girls World Tour in February this year.

An fluorescent Posh styles it up with the best of them — designer Michael Kors, model Heidi Klum, and fashion director of Elle Nina Garcia — at the Project Runway season 4 collections.

Posh gives her son Romeo a hug just before cheering on hubby Becks in the International Friendly match between France and England on March 26, 2008 in Paris.

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