Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 10, 2022 i New Idea

We are now well into 2022, but I’m still holding strong onto the New Year’s resolutions I set out for myself at the start of the year – particularly the goal to be smarter with money. Luckily, there are lots of clever people featured in this week’s issue offering up some inventive ideas for earning cash, saving money and curbing unnecessary spending. Head to page 56 for an article on 10 Genius Ways to Cash in – I bet you’ll be surprised by some of the possibilities out there. Then over on page 32, there’s an inspiring story about a bride who paid for her wedding using recycled rubbish! Now that’s what I call financial goals!…

Tom Cruise has remained an adored A-lister for years, but a surprising new report has emerged claiming he was difficult to deal with during the early stages of his career. The actor’s first manager, Eileen Berlin, who worked with Tom when he was 18 years old, recently claimed he “had a terrible temper”. “He was moody and would get angry in a snap of your fingers. It was like something was smouldering and it would boil up and explode,” Eileen revealed. Eileen’s professional relationship with Tom, now 59, ended a few years later when he moved to LA. Although she claims they stayed in touch, she added: “What I have never seen is a real display of happiness in Tommy.”…

Princess Diana’s nieces, twins Lady Amelia and Lady Eliza Spencer, are eager to get more involved in royal life. Even though they technically aren’t royalty, sources say the twins, 29, have still offered their full support to their cousin, and future king, Prince William. “They’ve told Wills and Kate to call them for anything,” tells a source. “They want to be involved, whether it be representing the family at an event or raising funds for a charity.” It comes after Amelia and Eliza were seen out in New York City, where they looked very glamorous while doing some shopping.…

Every time little Monty Welsh sees a yellow butterfly, he tells his brothers and sisters, “Look, there’s Poppy! Hi, Poppy!” Adored grandfather Bert Newton is still very much around as far as his family is concerned – as Monty, 6, has spotted yellow butterflies everywhere since the TV icon’s passing last year. “The kids are very sad, of course,” reflects Bert’s grieving daughter, Lauren. “It was a difficult time for them, going through that big loss.” It’s been an emotional few months for the mum of six and her husband, former Olympic swim champion Matt Welsh, as they begin marking family milestones without beloved ‘Moonface’. Eldest son Sam recently celebrated his 14th birthday, daughter Eva, 12, started high school, Monty commenced prep and 3-year-old Perla started preschool. “All those events…

1 CASTING SHAKE-UP Bruce Willis wasn’t the first choice to play plastic surgeon Ernest! Kevin Kline was originally meant for the role, but dropped out and was replaced by the Die Hard star. 2 MOVIE MAGIC In the famous scene where a ‘resurrected’ Madeline confronts Ernest, the scene was filmed by having Meryl wear a blue screen hood over her head while walking backwards. 3 BATTLE WOUNDS During Madeline and Helen’s physical fight scenes, Meryl accidentally wound up scarring Goldie’s cheek with a shovel! 4 BROADWAY BOUND A stage adaptation has been in the works for years, with Wicked star Kristin Chenoweth attached to play Meryl’s role. 5 NUDEY RUDEY In one scene, Isabella Rossellini’s scantily clad character Lisle appears nude walking out of her indoor lavish pool – but…

Key Lime Tart Serves 8, Prep and Cook 50 mins 250g pkt plain sweet biscuits 150g unsalted butter, melted Whipped cream, to serve Thinly shredded lime rind, to decorate FILLING 200g fresh ricotta ¾ cup sweetened condensed milk 3 eggs, separated 2 tsps finely grated lime rind ¹/³ cup lime juice 1 Lightly grease a 26cm round x 3cm deep loose-base flan tin (base measures 25cm). 2 Process biscuits in a food processor until finely crushed. Add butter. Process until combined. Press over base and up side of prepared tin. Place on an oven tray. Refrigerate while preparing filling. 3 To make filling, process ricotta, condensed milk, egg yolks, rind and juice in same, clean food processor until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl. 4 Beat egg whites in a…

WHY WAS SKIN YOUR NEXT FOCUS? I’ve always wanted to do skincare. Makeup was good to come first in the Trinny London rollout because it’s the most colourful, instantaneous transformation. Skincare goes a little deeper and sometimes you need to build that intimate relationship with a woman to then have her consider skin. We did introduce our makeup skincare hybrids, which are some of our bestselling products. Our audience really were craving [skincare] that works for them and is easily explained with great ingredients. WHY DID YOU LAUNCH WITH CLEANSERS FIRST? If you don’t clean your skin properly, there’s no point spending any money on skincare products. I believe that a balm and a gel cleanser can cater to everyone from a drier skin to an oilier skin, so having…

PISCES FEB 20 – MAR 20 Buckle in for an action-packed autumn! Just watch that spending, for being a social butterfly can prove expensive. Adding to the busyness, a home-based venture might take off, while on the fitness front, a friend’s encouragement might spur you on to bigger and better things. If you’re looking for romance, perhaps it’s time to join a club or sporting team? LUCKY COLOUR: RED ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 Avoiding a brewing issue will only make things worse, so make this the week to get involved: your actions could make an amazing difference. If you need to let off some steam, plan an active weekend. With dynamic duo Pluto and Mars spurring you on, anything from backyard blitzes to serious bushwalks should feel wonderfully…

Ricki-Lee Coulter is not only putting her best foot forward on the current season of Dancing with the Stars: All Stars – but also her best body, too! Viewers have been blown away by the singer’s ultra-fit and fabulous physique as she takes to the dance floor. In her debut number, Ricki-Lee even entered the ballroom descending on wires from the studio roof! In recent years, Ricki-Lee has spoken about her fitness dedication, saying: “It’s important for me to be consistent with my workouts because I like feeling good about myself. I like feeling fit,” she said in a previous interview. But for her DWTS comeback season, fans noted the 36-year-old appeared to have taken it up a notch!…

Mamma Mia! After 41 years, ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus and his wife Lena Kallersjö announced last week their marriage had reached a natural end. Björn’s bandmates, Agnetha Fältskog, Anni-Frid Lyngstad and Benny Andersson all suffered public ill-fated relationships, but it was Björn who had a lasting, albeit second, marriage – until now. Thankfully, Björn, 76, and Lena, 73, who share daughters Emma and Anna, confirmed they remain good friends and dedicated grandparents. “After many fine and eventful years, we have decided to divorce,” they said in a joint statement. “We remain close … and will continue to celebrate our grandchildren’s birthdays and other family celebrations together.” Lena and Björn began dating in the late ’70s after his marriage to ABBA vocalist Agnetha fell apart.…

Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden and her husband Prince Daniel issued a rare public statement slamming rumours that their marriage is in crisis. Posting to Instagram, the couple said the stories were “completely unfounded”. “In normal cases, we do not comment on rumours and speculation. But in order to protect our family, we want to make it clear, once and for all, the rumours that are now spreading are completely unfounded,” they penned. The couple tied the knot in June 2010, and have two kids, Estelle and Oscar.…

Eight months have passed since Chrissie Swan quietly called time on her 15-year relationship with the father of her three children, Chris Saville. In her usual fashion, the radio host has remained tight-lipped about the reasons behind the split. However, while running errands in Melbourne last week, Chrissie, 48, opened up to photographers, giving a small glimpse into what the future holds for her love life. “I just don’t have the time for it,” Chrissie said candidly when asked if she was dating again. She added that she doubted very much she’d be in any sort of relationship in the future. Recently, reports emerged linking Chrissie with comedian and fellow I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! alum Ash Williams. But she maintains there’s nothing going on between them.…

Brad Pitt isn’t the only one upset over Angelina Jolie’s sneaky decision to off-load her half of their French vineyard to Russian billionaire and business magnate, Yuri Shefler. Indeed, all hell has broken loose at home, with the former couple’s six kids “devastated” over the loss of their childhood sanctuary, Chateau Miraval. Fifteen-year-old Shiloh is said to be taking the news the hardest. “Shiloh is heartbroken,” explains a family insider. “She has so many amazing memories of playing with her brothers in the bunkers that their dad made for them. “Part of Shiloh sees this as her mum trying to hurt her father. The family built that place together and now they’re sharing it with a stranger.” Earlier this month, Brad, 58, filed paperwork to sue his ex-wife for selling…

MARCH 1... Everyday Australians will clean up their communities. IAN KIERNAN... Founder Ian was shocked by the pollution and rubbish that he continually encountered sailing the oceans of the world. He organised a community event. The simple idea to make a difference in his own backyard has now become the nation’s largest community-based environmental event. 19 MILLION+... Australians have donated their time as part of the Clean Up Australia activities over the past 31 years. 38.5 MILLION HOURS... Of volunteer time has been donated to Clean Up activities to benefit our environment.…

Rockmelon and Pineapple with Ginger Lime Syrup Serves 4-6, Prep and Cook 30 mins 1 large lime 2 tblsps caster sugar 2cm piece fresh ginger, peeled, sliced 2 lemon and ginger tea bags ½ rockmelon (800g), peeled, seeds removed ½ pineapple (600g), peeled, core removed Fresh mint leaves, to decorate 1 Using a vegetable peeler, cut a 5cm strip of rind from lime. Cut lime in half. Squeeze to extract juice. You will need 3 tsps juice. 2 Place 1 cup water, sugar, ginger and rind in a small saucepan over a medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Add tea bags. Bring to boil. 3 Boil gently, without stirring, for about 12 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in lime juice. Strain into jug. Refrigerate for…

Are you the not-so-proud owner of some regrettable ink and considering tattoo removal? Welcome to the club. If you’ve heard anything about laser tattoo removal, it’s probably along the lines of it being quite painful – some even say 10 times more than getting the tattoo in the first place (eek!). But while there’s plenty of info on what to consider before getting one, there still isn’t a whole lot of discussion surrounding the dark side of ink jobs and what happens if you no longer love the illustration you chose. Seeing as so many of us go through the process of tattoo removal (celebs included), we thought we’d go straight to the experts to examine what’s involved, how much it costs and the potential side effects. 1 DOES TATTOO…

If you haven’t already, now is the perfect time to join the IsoWhey 8-Week Challenge. It’s a complete wellness program that covers everything from nutrition to meals to mindfulness, and you’ll be supported by nutritionists and exercise coaches to guide you on your way. There’s monthly prizes for transformations, and you can join the IsoWhey support group on Facebook to connect with others working towards their goals. Start anytime at isowhey.com.au…

READER Q&A Q Will I get back with my boyfriend? We were so close for two years, but he says he wants more freedom. JULIE, DARWIN, NT. A Break-ups are never easy, especially for sensitive Cancerians (your sun and Mars are both in this sign), but it’s time to spread your wings. Your early 20s could bring some amazing opportunities, so don’t let fear hold you back. Travelling will open your eyes, and as Jupiter stimulates your confidence through winter, new dreams and ambitions will take shape. Let yourself think big! Q What sort of work would suit me best? I’m in retail at the moment, but I’m not happy and feel there’s something more satisfying and stable out there. JODY, GEELONG, VIC. A Jupiter’s placement on your midheaven indicates…

Our beautiful dog Jaz is helping my husband do his work on the computer. She is so  lovable, friendly and loyal. She is always making us smile! BECK VAN TOOR, NEW TOWN, TAS. CAN’T BUY LOVE! My daughter asked me what she had earned for being a good girl today. I told her: “My love and affection.” She promptly replied: “I don’t want that.” SARAH HAPWELL, SYDNEY, NSW. My friend’s son, Lucas, has just discovered the joy of the beach. He said: “I can fly.” Such a joyous celebration of freedom. LINDA NATHANIEL, LANE COVE, NSW. Here is a photo of my dog, Barney, on the right, and our neighbour’s dog, Kenny, on the left, frolicking in the river on a 42-degree day. They love swimming out to retrieve sticks!…

STREAM JOE VS CAROLE Based on the Tiger King story that gripped the world, this limited series tells the story of the fierce rivalry between Carole Baskin (Kate McKinnon) and Joe Exotic (John Cameron Mitchell), and their two Big Cat businesses. FRI. ON STAN BOOK THE LAST STATION BY NICOLE ALEXANDER Set in 1909, 20-year-old Julian is destined to take over his family’s failing sheep farm. But one day his mother invites a streetwise young man from Sydney into their home, who offers him another choice. The two young men soon embark on a perilous journey down the Darling River and west into untamed lands. OUT TUE. MOVIE MONSTER FAMILY 2 Keep the kids entertained with this delightful animated sequel. When Baba Yaga and Renfield are captured by a monster…

Producers are hoping Nigella Lawson will join Manu Feildel to cook up ratings magic as the new hosts for My Kitchen Rules! Indeed, sources tell New Idea that Channel 7 is “hell-bent” on signing the British cook for the comeback season of their once top-rated reality cooking program. “Can you imagine it?! Nigella and Manu are a recipe for success, if you pardon the pun!” tells a TV insider. “They have everything going to become a powerhouse duo.” Nigella, 62, is set to arrive in Australia shortly to headline the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival. Sources tell New Idea Nigella could easily stick around to complete filming. One thing standing in the way, however, is Nigella’s long history with Network Ten’s MasterChef. Episodes that she guest-stars in are always a…

Gogglebox Australia’s Isabelle Silbery wed Alex Richards in a romantic ceremony in Melbourne last week. Isabelle – who appears on the hit show with her mum, Kerry, and nana, Emmie – looked to be enjoying every minute of the big day. For the ceremony, the 34-year-old wore a stunning lace gown, which she paired with a dramatic veil. Among the guests were The Bachelorette’s Georgia Love and her husband, Lee Elliott, as well as other Gogglebox cast members. Isabelle previously revealed her whirlwind romance with Alex began in March 2020 – with the couple quickly deciding to self-isolate together during the first COVID-19 lockdown. Four months later, Alex proposed while they were at home “on the couch”. Congratulations to the newlyweds!…

Landing the cover of Vanity Fair is without a doubt an honour, but Nicole Kidman’s recent splash managed to leave her fans seriously divided! Some felt it was too raunchy, others didn’t like her seemingly “photoshopped” visage, and the harshest critics felt the midriff and mini-skirt combo was “all wrong” for the 54-year-old. Thankfully, New Idea hears Nicole definitely has a fan in her husband, Keith Urban. “Keith is having none of the criticisms and has told Nicole to ignore it all!” tells a close source, who insists “he’s mad for the cover and thinks she’s never looked hotter”. Indeed, the cover – which is for a special Hollywood issue of Vanity Fair ahead of the Academy Awards, where Nicole could win a second Best Actress gong for Being the…

Despite the drama surrounding them, Domenica and Jack are shaping up to be one of Married at First Sight’s most successful couples – with a very bright future ahead! This week, viewers get to see a romantic side of Dom, who surprises Jack with a gesture that makes him weep! “I was so overwhelmed with joy and gratitude, and might have shed a little happy tear,” laughs Jack, who is cautious of giving too much away ahead of the special episode. As for the experiment, 28-year-old Dom says she’s enjoying the process, although there’s been some confronting moments. ‘I WAS SO OVERWHELMED WITH JOY AND GRATITUDE’ “The first few weeks were really intense … [but] I really do believe that by pushing us out of our comfort zones, we were…

From bachelor to betrothed! Ever since Dr Chris Brown burst into our homes as TV’s ‘Bondi Vet’, he’s been deemed one of the nation’s most eligible men. Although the charming and handsome host has dipped in and out of high-profile romances over the years, nothing seemed to stick. That is, until he met model Brooke Meredith. Now coming up on two years of dating, friends tell New Idea that Chris and Brooke are stronger than ever, and advise to expect a wedding in the not-too-distant future. Earlier this month, the couple’s perfect pairing was on display at Sydney Airport, as Chris, 43, dropped Brooke off. “This is one of the longest relationships Chris has been in. Everyone loves seeing him so happy,” tells the source. “He and Brooke are private…

Death Becomes Her celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, with the supernatural black comedy starring Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn earning cult status in the decades since its release in November 1992. However, the story behind the leading ladies’ relationship, and how that translated on set, is almost as entertaining as the movie itself. By the early 1990s, both Meryl and Goldie had carved out impressive Hollywood careers – with Oscars to boot! Goldie was a household name thanks to a string of hits like Overboard, Private Benjamin and Cactus Flower. Meanwhile, Meryl was well on the road to becoming the revered and respected actress she remains today, via dramatic roles in Sophie’s Choice and Out of Africa. But the long-time friends decided they wanted to team up on a…

During their time on The Block, Sarah and George Bragias made no secret of their desire to start a family. Now, that dream has finally become a reality, as the couple are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of son, Leonardo, who has already been nicknamed Leo. Exclusively sharing the happy news with New Idea, Sarah, 29, explains that adorable Leo arrived into the world on February 6, two weeks before his due date. “I woke up with back pain and contractions,” Sarah reveals. “But being first-time parents, it wasn’t until a few hours later we realised we were definitely in labour. Then it was a bit of a mad rush to get everything packed for the hospital.” After a 15-hour labour, the couple finally welcomed Leo at 9pm. Holding…

‘I AM LUCKY I COULD GIVE LIAM EVERYTHING HE NEEDED’ Megan Marotti watched on as a nurse attached pads onto her baby boy Liam’s head. The newborn was having his routine hearing test and, even though Megan was profoundly deaf in one ear and severely deaf in the other, her condition wasn’t genetic. She’d been a premature twin and her hearing impairment was put down to that. “My older son Josh had no problems with his hearing test and we weren’t expecting there to be any with Liam,” Megan, 37, tells New Idea. But after the first test, the hospital wanted to do another. And then another. “They kept saying there was probably fluid in Liam’s ears, which is why he wasn’t responding to most of the sounds. But at…

Chicken and Rocket Wraps Makes 4, Prep 15 mins 3 cups (450g) shredded roast chicken meat ¼ cup finely chopped fresh chives ¼ cup pepitas, toasted, chopped ½ cup whole egg mayonnaise ¹/ ³ cup tomato chutney, plus extra to serve 8 slices Swiss cheese 1 bunch rocket, trimmed 4 Lebanese bread 1 Combine chicken, chives, pepitas and mayonnaise in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. 2 Spread chutney evenly over bread. Place chicken mixture down the centre. Top with cheese and rocket. Fold in sides of bread and roll up tightly from the end closest to you to enclose filling. 3 Serve wraps cut in half with extra tomato chutney. TIP Wraps can be made up to one day ahead. Wrap each one tightly in a sheet…

Chocolate Mousse Shots with Raspberry Puree Makes 16, Prep 45 mins 200g block dark cooking chocolate, broken into pieces 2 eggs, separated 2 x 300ml tubs thickened cream 1 tblsp icing sugar mixture 1 tsp vanilla extract Dark chocolate curls, to decorate RASPBERRY PUREE 1½ cups (250g) frozen raspberries, thawed ¼ cup icing sugar mixture 1 Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Sit bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir until melted. Remove. Stand for about 10 minutes, or until slightly cooled. 2 Whisk together egg yolks with one tub of the cream in a bowl until combined. Add to chocolate. Whisk until smooth. 3 Beat egg whites in small bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold into chocolate mixture until combined. Pour evenly into 16…

A budget-friendly gentle cream that improves the appearance of dry, damaged or cracked skin. Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Natural Vitamin E Concentrated Cream, $9.99, chemistwarehouse.com.au Rich in emollients and vitamin E, this cream enhances skin healing and repair. Invite E Vitamin E Cream, $18.20, chemistwarehouse.com.au Ice the area as soon as possible after treatment and repeat this several times in the first 48 hours. The more heat you can take out of the area afterwards, the better your tattoo will feel, look and respond in the following days.…

DARE TO LEAD WITH BRENÉ BROWN The ultimate courage booster, this Spotify podcast is based on Brené Brown’s bestselling book, Dare to Lead. Brené talks to leaders at every level who discuss confidence, resilience and daring leadership. brenebrown.com/podcast-show/ dare-to-lead/ WE ARE SUPPORTED BY... Each week hosts Kristen Bell and Monica Padman talk to women who have made “a significant crack in the ceiling”. Expect to hear uplifting stories on life and the importance of keeping the door open for generations to follow. armchairexpertpod.com/ we-are-supported-by ROAD TO RESILIENCE This podcast features stories and insights from health experts (it’s from Mount Sinai Hospital in New York) from helping to fight burnout and trauma, to building resilient families and communities. mountsinai.org/about/newsroom/ podcasts/road-resilience…

So you’ve made a pledge to get healthier in 2022, and the first couple of weeks have been going well. Whether you’re taking the IsoWhey 8-Week Challenge or improving your health and fitness in another way, now is a great time to consider adding new elements to your journey to keep it as exciting and engaging as possible. From fun new workouts to joining new groups, here are some ways to shake up your everyday routine! AIM TO INCREASE YOUR STEPS Most of us have heard about the merits of doing 10,000 steps a day, but even increasing your current step count by as much as 2000 steps can be beneficial. It’s a good idea to invest in an activity tracker to get an idea of how much you move…

MAKING WAVES No boat, no problem! Hit the water in your own private electric picnic boat, with GoBoat’s vessels launching from Sydney’s Cabarita Point and allowing you to cruise along the Parramatta River to Cockatoo Island. Making a splash in NSW waterways for the first time after being available in Canberra, Melbourne and Brisbane, these speed-limited boats have no license requirements, no age limit and are dog friendly. Perfect for a day out with the family – just BYO snacks! Head to goboat.com.au for more info. HIT THE ROAD Whether you’re after some travel escapism or set on locking in plans for when the pandemic allows us to hop across the ditch again, Ultimate Road Trips: Aotearao New Zealand has all the info and lush photography you need. Including 36 road…

1 Ailurophobia is a morbid or irrational fear of what common household animal? A) Dogs B) Cats C) Hamsters 2 What 24-hour television news channel was founded in 1980 by American businessman Ted Turner? A) CNN B) FOX C) CBSN D) CNBC 3 In the Harry Potter series, at what age can witches and wizards take the Apparition Test, which, if passed, gives them the ability to teleport? A) 16 B) 18 C) 17 D) 14 4 In 1969, which of the Beatles commissioned a Moog synthesiser, which was then used on four tracks on the Abbey Road album? A) George Harrison B) Paul McCartney C) John Lennon D) Ringo Starr 5 The websites Baidu and Taobao were both founded in what country? A) Thailand B) Japan C) China…