Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 15, 2022 i New Idea

To my beloved New Idea readers, it is with a heavy heart I have some personal news to share. After 20 years, I’ve decided it’s time to move on and make a sea change with my family. It’s been an absolute blast to work on such an iconic Australian magazine for two decades. In that time, I’ve been lucky to work on so many incredible stories. One that will always stand out is covering Prince William and Duchess Catherine’s wedding day, and I always enjoy any story that involves Princess Mary’s gorgeous children. Some of the best stories we’ve covered took twists and turns I never imagined – pretty much Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s entire relationship, starting with the affair to their marriage, babies and eventual split. Throughout it…

It’s been a week since Will Smith shocked the world by assaulting comedian Chris Rock onstage at the Academy Awards, and Hollywood still remains divided over the altercation . A furious Will stormed the stage to slap Chris and shouted, “keep my wife’s name out of your f--king mouth”, after the comedian delivered a distasteful joke about the actor’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. Chris quipped that the bald actress could star in a G.I. Jane remake, which caused offence on account of Jada’s hair loss being a result of autoimmune disease, alopecia. Shortly afterwards, Will was announced as Best Actor. The King Richard star received a standing ovation as he tearfully referenced the need to defend his family’s honour and claimed “love will make you do crazy things” – but…

Once the sombre ceremony for Prince Philip was out of the way, conversation among the congregation turned to the elephant in the room – his grandson Prince Harry’s absence. The 37-year-old recently publicly refused to attend the family occasion, blaming a row with the Home Office over him no longer being entitled to official police protection. But attendees at the memorial have blasted the now California-based Duke of Sussex’s no-show as “pathetic”. “[Him not being there] was a big disappointment for everybody. People were talking about it, certainly around where I was,” Richard Griffin, who was a royal protection officer for Prince Philip for 14 years, tells the Mail Online. “All this nonsense about how he couldn’t get protection – as far as I’m concerned that was a pathetic excuse.…

Think of cinema’s greatest couples, and Grease’s Danny Zuko and Sandy Olsson no doubt come to mind. With the classic pairing of bad boy and good girl, stars John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John’s chemistry was indeed electrifying – which is why the film boasts a hopelessly devoted fan base more than 40 years on since it burst onto the big screen. Now, New Idea can confirm John, 68, and Olivia, 73, are devising a third Grease film, which will reunite the friends on the big screen 44 years after the original 1978 film. The pair, who didn’t appear in the 1982 sequel Grease 2, which instead starred Michelle Pfeiffer and Maxwell Caulfield, remain close to this day. And insiders reveal they’re keen to prove to a new generation that Grease…

Karl and Jasmine Stefanovic’s beachside dream has turned into a nightmare after the couple’s Queensland holiday home failed to sell at an auction that was expected to rake in millions. The couple originally bought the Noosa home for $3.6 million in January 2020. It’s believed they ploughed over $1 million into renovations. The five-bedroom European-style home, dubbed Villa Isabelle, features a pool, modern kitchen and even a wine cellar. Despite the luxe trimmings, Karl, 47, and Jasmine, 38, only used the home a handful of times, thanks to strict COVID border restrictions and Karl’s work commitments in Sydney. As a result, the Today host and his shoe designer wife opted to rent out the luxury pad to holidaymakers for up to $3,800 a night. In February, Karl confirmed they had…

Apple Pie Muffins Makes 16, Prep and Cook 30 mins 2 eggs ½ cup vanilla yoghurt ½ cup milk 2 tblsps light olive oil 2 cups plain flour ¹/ ³ cup firmly packed brown sugar 2 tsps baking powder 1½ tsps ground cinnamon 1 medium red apple, peeled, finely chopped 4 Scotch finger biscuits, crushed 1 Line 8 silicone cupcake moulds (¹/ ³ -cup capacity) with muffin wraps. 2 Whisk eggs, yoghurt, milk and oil in a large jug. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and cinnamon in a large bowl. Add egg mixture to flour. Stir to combine. Fold in apple. 3 Spoon 2 level tablespoons of mixture into prepared cupcake moulds. Scatter crushed biscuits over top. 4 Pull out pan and basket from a 7-litre air fryer. Place 8…

Dessert Share Platter Serves 12, Prep and Cook 1 hour Lemon butter spread, whipped cream, mini doughnuts, mini meringues, wafer sticks, fresh berries, red grapes, almond bread, nougat, chocolate-coated almonds, melting moments, pretzels, caramel popcorn and Maltesers, to serve WHITE CHOCOLATE ROCKY ROAD 2 x 290g bags white choc melts 250g packet marshmallows ¾ cup shredded coconut, toasted ½ cup dried cranberries ½ cup pistachio kernels MILK CHOCOLATE FONDUE 2 x 200g block milk chocolate, chopped ¹/³ cup milk ¼ cup thickened cream 1 Grease an 18cm x 28cm rectangular slice pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending paper 2cm above pan edges. 2 To make rocky road, place chocolate in a large heatproof bowl sitting over a pan of simmering water. Stir until melted. Remove bowl. Cool…

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Q I would love to know what you see for me in regard to my future path. I feel a strong connection to England, having spent time travelling abroad, and would love to know what you pick up for me in all areas of my life. – SOPH DEAR SOPH, A I can see you have gone through great upheaval over the past five years. As of August, all the hard work you have been doing is finally about to pay off. The second half of the year will be a time for you to be noticed and come into your own. I see you sitting at a computer writing and I see that it will be very successful and it will make a great difference. I see in the…

We hope you enjoy this happy photo of my clever 2-year-old grandson, Matthew, enjoying riding his balance bike. MARIE GREGAN, KEDRON, QLD. HOUSEKEEPING I sat down with my 6-year-old daughter, Isabelle, who was playing with her doll house. I asked her which doll I could be and she responded straight-faced: “The one that does the dishes!” LISA TRUDON, CHAMPION LAKES, WA. My boys enjoying Australia Day by the pool, keeping cool. Storme, 15, and Kade, 13. MANDY GRAHAM, CARRUM DOWNS, VIC. My daughter, Londyn, 5, has a very sweet tooth and a dessert always puts a smile on her face. KIRSTEN HANSEN, BROADBEACH, QLD. MERE MALE When I told my MM adult son about the forthcoming Commonwealth Games, all he cared about was the fact it would have to be…

WHOOPI GOLDBERG’S DATING BAN Whoopi Goldberg spent the first half of her life romancing one guy after the next. But for the past 20 years the Oscar winner has sworn off romance, saying she’s not interested in finding someone new because she doesn’t want to share her space, money or time with anyone else! “Whoopi used to jump from one guy to another,” says one source. “She loved being in a relationship and she loved walking the red carpet with a handsome man on her arm.” Married and divorced three times over, Whoopi also shared serious relationships with actors Frank Langella and Ted Danson. Friends of Whoopi say they have been trying to introduce her to men they feel she’d enjoy dating, but she tells them not to bother because…

Tennis champ Nick Kyrgios has tongues wagging that he’s set to marry his new girlfriend after just five months of dating! The rumour mill went crazy after Nick, 26, shared a cosy Instagram picture from Miami with Costeen Hatzi, who had a ring visible on her wedding finger. Nick’s caption added to the frenzy, posting a diamond ring emoji alongside the message: “My babe. We had a great week. We move forward together.” Nick’s manager downplayed the proposal buzz. But with a net worth of around $15 million, no doubt his nuptials will be a lavish affair, with no expense spared, whenever he’s ready to wed.…

Lovebirds Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck had no issue making a bold public display of affection as they enjoyed a romantic stroll in Los Angeles recently. The reunited lovers, who previously dated in the early 2000s before sensationally calling off their 2003 wedding, are said to be “absolutely smitten” according to insiders. It’s believed wedding bells are finally on the horizon – and there’s no doubt they will indeed get a chance to ring this time! Since rekindling their romance last year, the pop superstar, 52, and Ben, 49, have gone from strength to strength – even recently purchasing a Bel-Air mansion to call home. New Idea’s source insists the lavish property could even play host for their upcoming ceremony.…

Few could forget the look of pure relief on Nicole Kidman’s face as she left her lawyer’s office in Los Angeles, her divorce from Tom Cruise officially signed, sealed and delivered. The famous photograph, taken in 2001, marked a new beginning for Nicole after years of battling with Tom over his Scientology beliefs, which ultimately saw their similarly devout kids, Isabella and Connor, side with the actor. “Once those papers were signed, Nicole believed she could put the whole sorry and bizarre mess behind her,” one friend tells New Idea. Sadly for Nic, she couldn’t have been more wrong. New Idea has learnt a script about Tom and Nicole’s 11-year marriage is rumoured to be “circulating the desks of Hollywood bosses”. It comes hot on the heels of the similar…

PETER PHILLIPS & ZARA TINDALL’S KIDS ENJOY A FUN-FILLED FAMILY DAY OUT Zara Tindall certainly wasn’t short of a cheer squad as she took part in the Cirencester Horse Trials in Gloucestershire, England last week. The equestrian was joined by her husband, Mike, their three kids Mia, 8, Lena, 3, and Lucas, 1, as well as her nieces Savannah and Isla Phillips. Zara’s brother, Peter Phillips, shares Savannah, 11, and Isla, 10, with his ex-wife, Autumn. The Phillips cousins were clearly enjoying themselves, as they were seen mucking around on the sidelines together. They also took photos on their phones before being treated to ice-cream. At one point during the fun-filled outing, a rather rambunctious Mia proved that she is taking after her former footballer dad Mike by play tackling…

An unlikely friendship has been born of tragedy for Olivia Newton-John’s daughter, Chloe Lattanzi. New Idea can reveal the 36-year-old is close with actress Yvette Nipar – ex-wife of Patrick McDermott, Olivia’s boyfriend who vanished from a fishing boat in LA in 2005. “Distance hasn’t stopped them striking up a friendship,” shares a source, who says Chloe currently resides in LA, while Yvette is in Oregon. While Patrick’s body was never recovered, there have been several alleged sightings of him over the years with a girlfriend in Mexico. The disappearance has been tough on Olivia and Chloe, but insiders say one silver lining from it all has been the friendship that eventuated out of it. “Yvette and Chloe chat all the time, and Yvette often sends her little goodies like…

There’s no denying that Olivia Fraser and Jackson Lonie have been one of Married at First Sight’s most contentious couples. Despite the pair’s instant attraction and genuine romance, the drama on this year’s season has overshadowed what is arguably one of the social experiment’s most successful love stories. Thankfully, time away from the experiment has only strengthened the pair, with their electric chemistry on full display as New Idea catches up with them at their new base on NSW’s Central Coast. ‘I KNOW JACKSON IS GOING TO BE A VERY FUN DAD … HE HAS THE DAD JOKES LOCKED AND LOADED’ “Our relationship has very much progressed since wrapping the show. Being off camera has brought us a lot of peace,” gushes Olivia, who is elated to be sharing a…

Emma Camp dived under the turquoise waters of the Caribbean as she remembered seeing her first coral reef. From that moment, she was hooked on the ocean and the mysterious ‘cities’ that exist under the waves. “When I was eight or nine my parents took me to The Bahamas and Dad took me snorkelling,” says Emma, 34. “I discovered this city of coral and fish that was buzzing with life. After that, I was in the ocean every day and I was fascinated because each time I saw something different under the water. I still feel that excitement when I dive. I never know what I’ll find.” Today, Dr Emma Camp is a marine biologist and a world-leading expert in coral reefs. In 2020, she made TIME magazine’s Next Generation…

NUTELLA HOT CROSS BUN PIES Makes 8, Prep and Cook 25 mins 8 hot cross buns (traditional or plain) 4 eggs ½ cup chocolate-flavoured milk ¼ cup Nutella, plus extra to serve 1 Split hot cross buns horizontally in half. Using a rolling pin, roll bases to a 5mm thickness (about 7cm diameter). Reserve tops. 2 Preheat a 4-hole (¹› ³ -cup capacity) pie maker and lightly spray with oil. 3 Whisk eggs and milk in a large bowl. 4 Place four hot cross bun bases into egg mixture. Stand for 30 seconds to soak. Place soaked bun bases into pie maker holes. Fill each with 2 tsps of Nutella. 5 Place four bun tops into egg mixture. Stand for 30 seconds to soak. Place over Nutella. Close lid. Cook…

ZENDAYA Zendaya led the new, funky Young Hollywood brigade in this micro Valentino button-up silk shirt and sequinned skirt. Daring and different, it was a nod to Sharon Stone’s rebellious 1998 look. She’s one to watch. LUPITA NYONG’O Like a real-life Academy Award! This gleaming gold Prada gown was spectacular and took my breath away as Lupita shimmied along the red carpet. Up close, the gorgeous pink flower embellishments elevated this to another level. JESSICA CHASTAIN Show stopper! Jess’ ombre rose gold and violet Gucci gown was all kinds of elegant with its dramatic, ruffled hem. A classic and beautiful Oscars look. KODI SMIT-MCPHEE A nod to the blokes… in a sea of black tuxedos, young Aussie actor Kodi stood out in this baby blue Bottega Veneta suit and all…

Just months after her split from musician, Jay Bruno, Sam Frost has revealed she’s jumped back into the dating game – and her new romance has the star labelling herself a “cougar”! During a recent radio interview, Sam, who’s all of 33 years old, confirmed she’s “seeing someone … we’re hanging out”. The former Home and Away actress then revealed her new beau is good friends with her younger brother Alex, 26, who recently competed on Austral Survivor: Blood v Water. “When I bailed my brother up and I was like, ‘Oi, is he single or what?’ and then he was like, ‘Ah, don’t be weird! You’re so embarrassing!’” Sam shared.…

Alec Baldwin and his wife, Hilaria, are about to hear the pitter-patter of tiny feet again after announcing that they are expecting their seventh child! It will be Alec’s eighth time becoming a father, as he shares 26-year-old daughter Ireland with his ex-wife, Kim Basinger. “After many ups and downs over the past few years, we have an exciting up and a huge surprise: another Baldwinito is coming this fall,” Hilaria wrote on Instagram, referencing several miscarriages she’d suffered. The pregnancy comes after Alec, 64, and Hilaria, 38, welcomed their sixth child, María Lucía, via a surrogate back in March 2021. She arrived just six months after Hilaria gave birth to their son Eduardo in September 2020. The couple also share daughter Carmen, 8, and sons Rafael, 6, Leonardo, 5,…

›As foreign royals and dignitaries flooded into London for Prince Philip’s one-year memorial last week, there was one sombre little face among the congregation trying very hard to be brave. Dressed smartly in his suit and tie, Prince George could be seen looking downcast as the royal family gathered at Westminster Abbey. A source tells New Idea that George, 8, has been “keenly feeling” the loss of his great-grandfather, and was determined to attend the service with his parents, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. “William and Kate told George it would be very sad, but he wanted to be there ... especially for his ‘Gan-Gan’, the Queen.” Never one to be outdone, George’s sister Princess Charlotte also attended, though the insider notes the 6-year-old “didn’t quite grasp the significance…

Six decades after Marilyn Monroe’s death, iconic imagery of the tragic star is still etched into the minds of movie fans. From her blonde hair to the white dress blowing up over the subway grate, there’s no question Marilyn left an indelible impression on the world – one unrivalled by today’s crop of celebrities. Now, recordings that have never been released to the public until now are revealing a new side to the celluloid icon. The buried tapes also bring fresh insight into her mysterious death at just 36. The recordings, along with archival footage, form the basis of Netflix’s upcoming documentary, The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes. The film unpacks the actress’ humble beginnings in an attempt to make sense of her final days. Marilyn’s childhood was…

Acting royalty Paula Duncan and John Orcsik burst into smiles when asked about their time working together on beloved drama Cop Shop. “We loved every minute, it was such a joy … a career highlight for me,” beams Paula, who won seven TV Week Logie awards for her role as detective constable Danni Francis. “The cast and crew were so tight, they were like family. There were no silly egos, just love!” John, Paula’s co-star and real-life ex-husband who played hunky detective Mike Georgiou, adds: “It was bloody hard work, sometimes 17-hour days, but it was also such fun. I only have fabulous memories.” John, 76, says the can-do, positive attitude that made working on Cop Shop such a delight came direct from the top via siblings Hector and Dorothy…

For 35 years they’ve entertained us with their dramatic fixed stares, drawn-out silences and equally outrageous names like Ridge, Hope and Storm. Each has drawn us into an alluring world of secrets, backstabbing, illicit affairs and nightmarish flashbacks – but perhaps none more so than Brooke Logan, superbly played by Katherine Kelly Lang. Debuting on March 23, 1987, The Bold and the Beautiful has tackled every social issue imaginable, going boldly and beautifully, fearlessly, where no other TV drama has dared to go. Now approaching its fourth decade, the soap is more popular than ever. Executive producer and head writer, Bradley Bell, scratches his head in wonder at the show’s longevity and continued success. “Since our premiere in 1987, it’s been a fantastic journey and incredible experience for all of…

The 2002 killings of Melbourne millionaire socialite Margaret Wales-King and her husband, Paul King, by her son Matthew Wales was labelled ‘The Society Murders’ for the way revenge tore the prestigious family apart and resulted in tragedy. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the shocking case, in which a son unleashed a ferocious attack on his mother, who he claimed dominated his life, and stepfather, who he blamed for breaking up their family. What made the case so bizarre was that Wales lied repeatedly about his crime, yet left a trail of obvious clues that police followed – which led to him being charged with the double homicide. The case became so infamous, it resulted in the book, The Society Murders, and a 2006 Logie-winning telemovie starring Georgie Parker…

Raspberry and Caramel Hot Cross Bun Pudding Serves 6, Prep and Cook 1 hour, 30 mins 6 hot cross buns, split ¹/ ³ cup caramel spread 125g punnet raspberries Vanilla ice-cream and extra raspberries, to serve CUSTARD 6 eggs, at room temperature ¼ cup caster sugar ¹/ ³ cup caramel spread 2 cups milk 300ml carton pure cream 2 tsps vanilla bean paste 1 Grease a 26cm round x 5.5cm deep ovenproof dish (10-cup capacity). 2 Spread the cut sides of the buns with caramel. Arrange bun halves so they fit into prepared dish, finishing with a bun top in the centre. Scatter over raspberries. 3 To make custard, whisk eggs, sugar and caramel in a large jug. Add milk, cream and vanilla. Whisk to combine. 4 Pour custard over…

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1 Make sure you have the correct protective gear handy. When removing mould, it’s recommended to wear equipment such as gloves, a mask and eye protection. 2 Using a spray bottle filled with regular white vinegar, spray infected area and let sit for at least an hour before moving on to the next step. 3 Use a damp microfibre cloth to wipe away mould from walls and ceilings, regularly rinsing the cloth in a separate container filled with water to prevent the mould from spreading. Depending on the surface, you can also use a firm scrubbing brush. 4 To finish, use a dry cloth and dab over the cleaned areas to soak up any extra moisture.…

Making a cuppa can be challenging with arthritis, but Uccello have the perfect solution. This lightweight kettle is specifically designed for people with arthritis to enable safe and steady pouring every time, with no lifting needed! It can be teamed with the Uccello Grip Mat, which enables you to place your cup in the right spot for safe pouring, and the Muggi Cup Holder, which makes carrying full mugs easier with less chance of spilling. ● The Uccello Kettle, $110, uccellodesigns.com.au…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 Lucky you! Good news could spark celebrations this week, or a thoughtful gesture will leave you on a high – you might even win a prize or award. A midweek lunch or catch-up might pave the way for an indulgent weekend, but with an action-packed month ahead, try to pace yourself. If you’ve been on edge lately, why not look into yoga or meditation? LUCKY SYMBOL: CRESCENT MOON TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 Feeling a tad antisocial or craving more ‘me time’? You’ll be rearing to go after Easter, but in the meantime, ease off that accelerator and relax. Your intuition is finely tuned right now, so if someone keeps popping into your thoughts, chase them up – or alternately, jot down your…