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The Sun
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Noel Edmonds to marry for the FIFTH time as he pops the question to his wife in a hot tub
TV star Noel Edmonds is getting married for a fifth time, after popping the question to his wife in a hot tub. 4 4 And for the first time he will be putting his new life in the spotlight in the ITV1 show, Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure. This could well include showing his fifth wedding to wife Liz Davies, after he popped the question yet again. And the Deal or No Deal star, 76, is keen to get married again in their new Kiwi home. He told the Mirror of the proposal: 'We've been married a lot. We got married in a civil ceremony in the Cotswolds, then we went to our home in France and an Anglican minister who I knew very well came over and he was going to bless us and he did the whole thing again. 'So this became a bit of a joke with our friends. Oh yeah, we were filming on a cruise ship and the captain married us again. 'We've done four. But we want a Kiwi one. And there's a compelling reason why we should get married again, in New Zealand. We own a chapel. So why wouldn't we?' After two previous marriages he wed Liz Davies in 2009 after three years together. The couple met in 2006 when she was a stand-in make-up artist on his show, Deal or No Deal. Speaking at his wedding about how they met, Noel said: "To start with it was all very professional, but there was a look in both our eyes." They were married in a civil ceremony in the drawing room of Lower Slaughter Manor, a 17th century country house in the Cotswolds. Noel continued: 'I have a chapel. I acquired a chapel with the farm and as you can see, it is in desperate need of restoration. It's a fly and wasp cemetery. 'But my project, starting early next year, is to restore it completely and then Liz and I will get married for the fifth time.' It comes as the quirky host insisted that his new ITV1 show is nothing like Clarkson's Farm — because he's not as funny as the former Top Gear star. Noel exclusively told The Sun: 'When we were filming our show, some people who knew about Clarkson's Farm said to me, 'Oh, is it like Clarkson's Farm?' 'And I said, 'No, it couldn't be more different.' First of all, I'm not like Jeremy in many ways, though I wish I were. "He's brilliant. He can articulate an argument beautifully and deliver a sharp, humorous line like no one else.' Noel, 76, went on to crack a joke about his years in the showbiz wilderness. His last big gig was on I'm A Celebrity in 2018, when he was voted out after only nine days. Noel laughed: 'People still ask, 'Noel Edmonds? Didn't he die? Is he still around?' 'Yes, I'm still here — and living life to the full.' 4 4
Scoop
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Scoop
SociaLink Opposes Regulatory Standards Bill
SociaLink Tūhono Pāpori, the peak body for the community and social sector in the Western Bay of Plenty, has submitted strong opposition to the proposed Regulatory Standards Bill, urging Parliament to reject the Bill in full. 'This Bill is unnecessary, undermines democracy, erodes the Crown's obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and prioritises individuals and property over the public good,' says Liz Davies, Chief Executive of SociaLink. The Bill proposes introducing a set of principles to evaluate all new and existing legislation, with a heavy focus on protecting individual liberties and property rights. However, SociaLink argues this would undermine public good legislation and exclude core values central to Aotearoa's identity — particularly the omission of any reference to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. 'There are already strong democratic systems in place to evaluate legislation,' she adds. 'Rather than overlaying an ideologically driven framework, we should be improving mechanisms like select committees, public consultation, and Treaty-based processes that reflect the diverse values of our society.' 'If for no other reason, the huge amount of work — and therefore money and time — this Bill would create to require all new and existing legislation to be reviewed is enough reason to reject the Bill,' Davies continues. 'Creating so much unnecessary work would seem to contradict the intention of the Minister of Regulation to encourage greater efficiency.' Davies also expressed concern over comments made by the Deputy Prime Minister, who has been publicly disparaging widely respected academics — including a New Zealander of the Year — because of differing views. 'I would expect any Minister of the Crown that disagrees with someone else's opinions to respond respectfully and professionally, as required by the Cabinet Manual,' she said. 'The Bill fails to achieve what it purports to achieve and does not protect communities, collective rights and the environment. This Bill should not proceed,' concludes Davies.
Daily Mail
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Noel Edmunds' new series is compared to a 'mockumentary' as viewers vow to watch 'every week' - while TV star details money woes from £15million New Zealand estate
Viewers of Noel Edmunds' new ITV documentary have compared it to a 'mockumentary' after the first episode premiered on Friday night. Kiwi Adventure follows the former Deal Or No Deal star, 76, at his 800-acre New Zealand estate River Haven after making the move with his third wife Liz Davies in 2019. The new documentary sees Noel displaying his humble abode as he is filmed lying under crystal lamps and showing off his garden, which strangely features a Guardian statue. The unique touches to his estate and his antics on the show left some viewers comparing it to a 'mockumentary' as they drew parallels with The Office's David Brent. Viewers took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share their opinions, writing: 'Is this something out alan partridge', ' Noel Edmonds Kiwi Adventure is like an Alan Partridge documentary as a Bass Eye spin-off. 'I could watch this EVERY week, not just series!', 'Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure confirms that Edmonds is essentially David Brent and Alan Partridge melded into the one body, with a dash of Colin Hunt from The Fast Show', 'This is the most bizarre TV show of the year so far', 'Watching Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure on ITV. It's actually very moving. It's one of the best programmes I've ever seen.' The series opener saw Noel reveal he is actually losing money with his New Zealand-based business due to the country's unpredictable weather. His plush Kiwi estate consists of 12 properties including a pub called The Bugger, which punters don't visit during a downpour, according to Noel. He said: 'When you come to New Zealand, you change your view about your relationship between the weather and the economy. 'We're haemorrhaging money at the moment because you have to take staff on in anticipation of the guests coming. 'We're going to have to have a spectacular November and December to balance the books. Noel also admitted in the hour-long insight into his life that he cares what people think about him and wants to make his business in New Zealand work. 'I'm so committed to New Zealand that I have invested tens of millions of dollars of my hard-earned money in this country,' he shared. 'I think I would have to admit, I do actually care what people think of me. And criticism does hurt. 'I do worry about it because I'm hugely sensitive and we do want to be accepted, sure.' The release of Kiwi Adventure comes after Noel and ITV received criticism from fans for 'copying' Jeremy Clarkson's Clarkson's Farm. Noel had rivalled Clarkson's Farm after signing a £1million deal with ITV for the series. Hitting back at comparisons in an interview with The Sun, Noel said: 'When we were filming our show, some people who knew about Clarkson's Farm said to me, "Oh, is it like Clarkson's Farm?" 'And I said, "No, it couldn't be more different." First of all, I'm not like Jeremy in many ways, though I wish I were. 'He's brilliant. He can articulate an argument beautifully and deliver a sharp, humorous line like no one else. 'The key difference between our Kiwi Adventure, and Clarkson's Farm is that ours is more of a lifestyle narrative. Noel first moved to New Zealand in 2019 with former make-up artist Liz, launching a network of radio stations near Auckland before moving to Ngatimoti three years later. As well as the winery, the TV star also has a shop, restaurant, pub, and café on a £15m estate. In 2023, sparked a furious row with residents who accused him of 'colonising' their idyllic village. The Deal Or No Deal star has also added winemaking to his repertoire at River Haven. Noel settled in the Ngatimoti area and snapped up 12 properties worth almost £15m on 270 hectares of land. The town is already well-known in New Zealand for its annual festival, which generally takes place in October and is attended by thousands of people The town is already well-known in New Zealand for its annual festival, which generally takes place in October and is attended by thousands of people. In 2023, he sparked a furious row with residents who accused him of 'colonising' their idyllic village. One said: 'I feel like he's a coloniser. He's come in like he's the lord of the manor.' The television star has not helped matters by posing for photos on the estate holding a mug with the slogan 'His Lordship'. The resident added: 'He's got this attitude... about how he's improved the place and made it amazing - it was already amazing.'
Daily Mail
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Noel Edmonds, 76, reveals the weird quirk in his home which is actually an adorable tribute to his 'earth angel' wife Liz Davies, 55
Noel Edmonds has revealed there is a very weird quirk in his New Zealand home, where all his clocks are stopped at 11.06. But it's no mistake, and instead a very sweet tribute to his wife of 16 years. Speaking in his new show Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure, the presenter, 76, revealed 11.06 is actually the time he met his wife Liz Davies, 55. The pair were first introduced in 2006 when she was his make up artist on Deal Or No Deal and they tied the knot three years later. 'Generally speaking, when you round here, see a clock at six minutes past 11, it's not broken,' Noel said. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Speaking in his new show Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure, the presenter, 76, revealed 11.06 is actually the time he met his wife Liz Davies, 55 'That was the time on the sixth of October, 2006, yep, when my earth angel arrived and introduced herself.' Despite two previous failed marriages, and Noel saying he'd never tie the knot again, the television personality said he felt Liz's magnetic energy before they even met. Gushing about Liz, Noel said: 'Liz was sent to me. She is an earth angel, which I know some people will fall about laughing. I knew she was in the room before I turned around. I looked her and went, Oh, thank goodness, there you are, the sustenance of her energy is my lifeblood. I mean, it really is. 'You will never, ever pull us apart, because we are one. To find that in your life is a gift. 'I believe it's a gift from the cosmos. It was an unforgettable moment. So the clocks are there, the time of my life.' In response to her husband's kind words, Liz joked: 'I thought someone has got to look after him. Doing my little bit of care in the community.' ITV dropped a first look at Noel's new life abroad last week after quitting the UK and being replaced on Deal Or No Deal. The TV personality and radio presenter was best known for his stint hosting the Channel 4 game show from 2005 to 2016 when it ended, before its revival with Stephen Mulhern in 2023. ITV dropped a first look at Noel's new life abroad last week after quitting the UK and being replaced on Deal Or No Deal But after more than 50 years on British TV and radio, Noel left the UK in 2018 with his wife Liz to build a new life in New Zealand. They have now opened a hospitality business in the small rural, riverside town of Ngatimoti, which includes a vineyard, coffee cart, general store, restaurant and pub. And ITV has now given viewers a first look at his new reality show Noel Edmonds' Kiwi Adventure, set to launch on June 20 - which sees the presenter literally bare all. First-look images of the programme show Noel stripping down to show off his toned physique, seemingly to enter a kind of plunge pool. Other pictures show Noel and Liz at work on their business, known as River Haven, with one depicting them outside its on-site pub, cheekily named The B***er Inn. With some showing them beaming, and others seeing them in deep, serious conversation, it suggests their entrepreneurial journey has not always been smooth. The couple only bought the land for their business two years ago - so it is only just now entering its second full season of trading. And Noel admits in the first-look trailer: 'New Zealand's a great place to come to. It's not the easiest place to set up a business.' The veteran presenter also confesses at another point in the clip: 'We're haemorrhaging money at the moment.' Not only are they trying to get their existing business up and running, Noel will also strive to build New Zealand's first energy garden in the upcoming show. It is a lot of pressure after moving 11,500 miles away - and the programme will see the couple battle unseasonal weather, bad press and feelings of still being outsiders. It remains to be seen whether they will survive the challenges life down under throws at them.
