Innholdsfortegnelse for 9 January 2017 i New Idea

AS THE WORLD MOURNS, DETAILS EMERGE ABOUT THE DARK DAYS THAT LED TO HIS SAD DEATH... The world is in mourning following the sad death of pop genius George Michael. The 53-year-old former Wham! singer ‘passed away peacefully at home’ early on Christmas Day, to the shock of family, friends and fans. George’s body was found by his Australian boyfriend of four years, Fadi Fawaz, who shared his grief on social media. ‘ITs a xmas i will never forget finding your partner dead peacefully in bed first thing in the morning.. I will never stop missing you xx,’ Fadi tweeted. He told the UK’s Daily Telegraph: ‘We were supposed to be going for Christmas lunch. I went round there to wake him up and he was just gone, lying…

Star Wars icon Carrie Fisher’s Alcoholic Anonymous sponsor has exclusively revealed the star told him she was having a ‘difficult time’ battling her addiction issues and admitted she had relapsed taking prescription drugs just weeks before her death. The movie legend – who won legions of fans as Princess Leia in the iconic saga – died on December 27, after suffering a massive heart attack on a flight from London to Los Angeles. According to reports, she never regained consciousness after being hospitalised on December 23. Carrie’s long-time friend, Clancy Imislund (inset), 88, received a tragic, final voicemail from the 60-year-old star over the Thanksgiving holiday in the US – November 24 – telling him she was struggling to cope. ‘I heard she relapsed over Thanksgiving, I was…

Just 18 months after the nation watched Sasha Mielczarek and Sam Frost falling in love on The Bachelorette , the romance is over, with the split confirmed after Christmas. But New Idea can reveal that Sasha is already in the midst of a new relationship with stunning brunette Elisa Nolan, who he was pictured embracing at Gold Coast Airport on Christmas Eve. Even more shockingly, over the holidays Sasha, 31 – who claimed to be ‘absolutely heartbroken’ on Instagram after news of the split went public last Tuesday – introduced his parents to massage therapist Elisa’s family, as things moved quickly between the pair. After sharing Christmas and Boxing Day together, Elisa’s grandmother Filomena Pontil shared a happy snap of her family, to which Sasha’s mum Kym…

After rekindling their romance, controversial footy player Brendan Fevola should be busy planning a lavish second wedding with fiancee Alex. But New Idea can exclusively reveal that the 35-year-old has been secretly sending explicit messages to a woman 13 years his junior – just months after begging the mother of his two children to remarry him. Meeting the young woman through Snapchat last month, the conversation quickly turned X-rated, with Brendan – who recently declared his love for Alex on national TV – requesting nude images, describing her as ‘f ****** sexy’ and adding ‘the things I would do to that body’. But his doting partner was not far from his mind, with the AFL player admitting he has a fiancee – before discussing the possibility of meeting in person.…

RICKI-LEE COULTER It wasn’t a summer Christmas Down Under, but Ricki-Lee looked every bit the beach babe, cutting an enviable figure in a timeless black bikini while celebrating the festive season in LA with husband Richard Harrison. In 2011, after meeting Richard – who doubles as her manager – the singer lost 30kg, dramatically transforming her body. Since then, Ricki-Lee, 31, has successfully maintained her fit and toned figure. So, how does she do it? ‘Our health is the most important thing we have – and I want to live a long and healthy life. So daily exercise and a healthy diet of vegetables and lean meat is what I stick to,’ Ricki-Lee explains to New Idea. ‘I love feeling strong, toned and lean. I don’t weigh myself regularly –…

It’s the new $5-a-day emergency budget diet that’s taking Hollywood by storm, promising to help you drop a dress size in less than a week. The diet was devised by leading US army dietitians to help soldiers get in top shape, super fast – and has now been adopted by leading LA trainers to get their clients red-carpet ready in just five days. ‘Once upon a time it was all about the Atkins or the 5:2 – now everyone uses the Military Diet when they need to drop kilos fast,’ a respected US stylist tells New Idea. ‘It’s the secret weight-loss weapon that no-one talks about. My clients are losing up to a dress size a week – it’s magic, and won’t break the bank.’ And with many of us…

Tropical Chicken Salad Serves 4, Prep 20 mins, Cook 15 mins 2 x 250g chicken breast fillets 1 lemon, sliced 150g mixed salad leaves 1 large Lebanese cucumber, halved lengthways, chopped 1 red capsicum, cut into thin strips ½ small red onion, thinly sliced ½ cup fresh mint leaves 1 medium mango, chopped YOGHURT DRESSING 2/3 cup no-fat natural yoghurt 1 small clove garlic, crushed 2 tblsps lemon juice 1 tblsp wholegrain mustard 2 tsps honey ¼ cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves Salt and pepper, to taste 1 To make dressing, whisk all ingredients in a jug until combined. 2 Place chicken and lemon in a medium saucepan. Add enough water to cover. Bring to a simmer. Simmer for about 12 to 15 minutes, or until cooked. Remove from…

Mango and Lime Lamb with Cajun Rice Serves 4, Prep 10 mins, Cook 12 mins 600g lamb rump steaks Salt and pepper, to taste 1½ cups long-grain rice 2 tsps Cajun seasoning 4 stalks celery, thinly sliced 1 red capsicum, cut into thin strips ½ cup mango chutney ½ tsp finely grated lime rind 1 tblsp lime juice 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh coriander 400g green beans, trimmed 1 Season lamb with salt and pepper. 2 Combine rice with seasoning and 2¼ cups water in a large saucepan. Bring to boil. Simmer, covered, for about 12 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in celery and capsicum. Cover to keep warm. 3 Meanwhile, heat an oiled, non-stick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add lamb in two batches. Cook for…

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As the season of indulgence wraps up, it comes as little surprise that losing weight is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. But, as well as being gluttonous, the Christmas period is also expensive, making forking over cash for a shiny – and pricey – new gym membership less than appealing. Thankfully, a bunch of health and fitness experts have come together to tell us just how we can shake those extra Christmas kilos – without breaking the budget. EXERCISE OUTDOORS Take advantage of the great outdoors – and the beautiful weather at this time of year – and exercise in the park or your backyard. You can even find outdoor fitness equipment in some parks. ‘Take a break from your gym membership and make the most of…

CHRISTMAS WISH My heart aches for singer Michael Buble and his wife Luisana as their gorgeous little boy battles liver cancer (NI Jan 2). I pray they get the Christmas miracle of restored health they’re ultimately wishing for, and that Noah has a happy year ahead. Debbie Dye, Cooranbong, NSW. SPEAKING OUT It broke my heart to see the raw emotion on the faces of Jayden Caulfield and two of his siblings, Cameron and Kaylea (NI Dec 19). Domestic abuse claims many victims, and sadly there are many children who witness unspeakable acts of violence. Thanks to the brave actions of these five children, their mother Rachael survived the attack. This story needs to be told! I wish this family all the best for a happier future. Judith Caine, Donvale,…

Kylie Minogue has spoken candidly about her feelings on motherhood. In an interview with the UK’s Sunday Times Magazine, the pint-sized singer admitted to feeling saddened that her options for motherhood had greatly diminished after her cancer battle more than a decade ago. ‘Trust me, there’s a point when the next person who says: “Well, there are many options,” you want to scream,’ the 48-year-old said. ‘Of course, it’s great there are options. It’s marvellous there are options! But when you’re dealing with all the other stuff and things that you took for granted are taken away from you, it’s like, yes, there are options. But I have three nephews who I am crazy about, so I’m good at being an aunty.’ Kylie, who is engaged to actor Joshua Sasse,…

ON RECENTLY REVEALING HER THREE-MONTH AFFAIR WITH HARRISON FORD IN 1976 ‘I had no idea it would cause such a sensation – 400,000 news sites picked up on it and it became a little embarrassing... I do feel guilty. I never thought about it before, but I guess he will be asked about the affair for the rest of his life! He is incredibly private and I am sure the whole thing bugged him, but he comes out of it well.’ ON HER HISTORY OF DRUG USE ‘I didn’t really do drugs till I was 23, and then it was flat out till I was 28. I did drugs because they alter you in a way you can’t alter yourself if you’re not comfortable in your own skin.’ ON HAVING…

SEPTEMBER 17 Sasha attends Stakes Day at Sydney’s Royal Randwick racecourse without Sam, and rumours ignite that he cheated on the radio presenter. SEPTEMBER 18 Sam heads off on a girls’ trip around Europe in the middle of the month, leaving her boyfriend behind. OCTOBER 4 Sam and Sasha unfollow each other on Instagram. Sam subsequently deletes all her social media accounts for two months. DECEMBER 15 Sam reveals in an interview that she and Sasha will not be moving in together in 2017 as planned. DECEMBER 24 Sasha is pictured with his new girlfriend, Elisa Nolan, at Gold Coast Airport. DECEMBER 25 Sam and Sasha spend Christmas Day separately. Sam posts a cryptic message to Instagram with the comment: ‘Christmas isn’t always sunshine and rainbows for everyone.. I’m sending…

Troll Cake Serves 8-10, Prep 45 mins, Cook 50 mins 2 x 530g packets vanilla cake mix 4 x 100g bags pink musk sticks FROSTING 250g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature 2½ cups icing sugar mixture Leaf green food colouring gel, to tint TROLL FACE 130g yellow ready-to-roll icing 2 White Choc Melts 2 blue Smarties 30g pink ready-to-roll icing Blue fairy floss and candy flowers, to decorate 1 Grease two 20cm round cake pans. Line bases and sides with baking paper, extending paper 2cm above pan edges. 2 Prepare cake mixes, one at a time, according to packet directions. Pour each cake mix into prepared pans. Smooth over tops. 3 Cook both cakes in a moderately slow oven (160C) for 50 minutes, or until cooked when tested. Stand…

Asparagus, Artichoke and Feta Tart Serves 4, Prep 15 mins, Cook 25 mins IN THE PANTRY • ONION• MARINATED ARTICHOKES FRIDGE • EGG• PARMESAN• FETA• ASPARAGUS• LEMON THYME FREEZER • PUFF PASTRY 1½ sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed 1 egg, lightly beaten Fresh lemon thyme sprigs, to garnish TOPPING ½ cup finely grated parmesan 125g marinated feta, drained 1 small red onion, halved, cut into 1cm wedges 170g jar marinated artichokes, drained 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed, halved crossways 2 tsps fresh lemon thyme Salt and pepper, to taste 1 Join pastry sheets together, side by side, with edges slightly overlapping to form a rectangle. Press join to seal. Cut a 2cm-wide strip from edges. Reserve. 2 Place rectangle on a large oven tray lined with baking paper. Brush edges with egg. Return reserved strips on top of pastry…

Italian-Style Lentil and Bean Salad Serves 4-6, Prep 15 mins, Cook 15 mins 1 cup French-style (puy) lentils 200g green beans, trimmed, halved diagonally 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved ½ red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup fresh parsley leaves 1 cup shredded fresh basil 100g Greek feta, crumbled DRESSING ¼ cup olive oil 2 tblsps red wine vinegar 1 small clove garlic, crushed Salt and pepper, to taste 1 Place lentils in a sieve. Rinse under cold water. Add lentils to a large saucepan of boiling, salted water. Boil for about 15 minutes, or until just tender. Drain. Rinse under cold water to cool. Drain well. Transfer lentils to a large bowl. 2 Place beans in a heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water. Stand for 1 minute. Drain. Rinse under…

When I was a kid everyone wanted to grow up to be a fireman, a teacher or a police officer. Ask any kid now and they want to be Justin Bieber or Kylie Jenner or YouTube star PewDiePie. But should we let children pursue stardom? Victoria Beckham has been criticised for encouraging son Cruz, 11, to release a Christmas single and for organising a lucrative book deal for her eldest son Brooklyn, 17. Victoria’s decision led Sharon Osbourne to claim Cruz was ‘too young’ to be releasing a record. ‘He should be singing in his bedroom with a hairbrush,’ she said. Ever since Elizabeth Taylor became a child star, the world has watched as various youngsters have suffered. Lindsay Lohan has struggled and Michael Jackson never grew up and died…

A‘sharing economy’ behemoth, Airbnb has turned the world of travel accommodation on its head. All you need to do is go to the website, choose your city, then search the home listings. Here are some hints and tips before you book. LOOK FOR A ‘SUPERHOST’ For peace of mind, look for ‘superhosts’ – these people meet several Airbnb criteria that put them at the top of the class when it comes to cancellation policies, quality of the accommodation and five-star reviews. SET YOURSELF UP AS A REGULAR USER Be aware of how you present yourself – that picture of you wearing lederhosen while downing a stein of beer may be a favourite Oktoberfest memory, but it’s not the image you want to project to potential hosts! KNOW THE RULES As…

BROKE AND LONELY Q After 26 years of marriage and going bankrupt in the past year, my husband walked out on me and our two kids, saying he was done. We have had a lot of problems over the years but always worked them out. I don’t know what to do and am worried – will I be happy again with or without him? Julie, via email. A The bankruptcy would have taken its toll – it sounds like leaving you and the children was a desperate move by him. Your husband needs help, someone to talk to about the dire circumstances. You must stay strong, and make sure the children are coping with the split. I do not have a crystal ball. The future is up to you. Stay…

Oprah Winfrey has announced she has lost 18kg and has reached her goal weight! The 62-year-old media mogul reveals she’s shed the kilos since she started the Weight Watchers program in October 2015. Oprah has shown off her newly svelte physique in a series of advertisements. ‘She was at her wits’ end, getting heavier by the day and unable to squeeze into her favourite outfits, and so she was determined to make this diet work,’ says a source. ‘Also her friend Gayle King is a Weight Watchers rep and Oprah wasn’t going to give her bestie the upper hand.’ ‘Weight Watchers is easier than any other program I’ve ever been on. It’s a lifestyle, a way of eating and a way of living that’s so freeing,’ Oprah said, adding: ‘You…

CAMERON DIAZ Cheesecake diet Last year a marathon winner revealed his wacky diet of steak, bagels and cheesecake – and it’s taking off in Hollywood! Even normally health-conscious Cameron has apparently tried the calorific food trend. Although we love the idea of carbing up on our favourite comfort foods, we’re guessing you’d need to combine this diet with a LOT of exercise to see any results. CHRISTINA AGUILERA Paintball plan She’s tried her fair share of weight-loss methods as she’s yoyoed up and down the scales over the years, but one secret Christina is happy to share is paintball! ‘I have these paintball guns… It’s so much fun,’ says the star. Dodging paintballs is not only a high-octane form of exercise guaranteed to keep you moving, the fear factor will…

Grant Kenny has been left devastated over shock photos that reveal Fifi Box spending the night with her Neighbours co-star Damien Richardson. The images show father-of-three Damien nervously glancing around as he snuck out the gate of the radio and TV star’s luxury Melbourne home in the wee hours of the morning recently, scurrying off in his Mercedes convertible. A rep for Damien confirmed the Aussie actor split from his wife Nicole ‘some time’ ago. The 47-year-old had stayed with Fifi at her home overnight – dashing any dreams that Ironman champ Grant, who’s the father of Fifi’s daughter Trixie, had of taking their relationship to the next level. ‘Grant and Fifi’s relationship has been tumultuous at best, but he’s been talking about spending more time…

Fried Chicken Burgers with Aioli Coleslaw Serves 4, Prep 25 mins, Cook 12 mins 1 cup buttermilk ¼ cup lemon juice 4 chicken breast steaks, cut in half diagonally Vegetable oil, for shallow frying 250g bag ready–to-eat coleslaw ¼ cup creamy aioli 4 butter lettuce leaves 4 brioche burger rolls, halved, lightly toasted SPICE MIX 1 cup plain flour 1 tblsp garlic salt 1 tblsp onion powder 1 tblsp sweet paprika 2 tsps dried mixed herbs 1 Combine buttermilk and 2 tblsps of the juice in a shallow dish. Add chicken. Turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, turning halfway through, for 2 hours. 2 To make spice mix, combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. 3 One at a time, remove chicken from buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip away. Coat…

Pork San Choy Bow Serves 4, Prep 10 mins, Cook 10 mins 1 iceberg lettuce 2 tblsps olive oil 600g pork mince 200g button mushrooms, thinly sliced 2 tsps finely grated fresh ginger 1/3 cup sliced water chestnuts, halved 1/3 cup kecap manis (sweet soy sauce) 2 tblsps oyster sauce 1 tsp sesame oil 2 carrots, peeled, shredded 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh coriander, plus extra, to garnish 3 tsps sesame seeds, toasted 1 Remove and discard the outer leaves and core from lettuce. Cut the lettuce in half. Remove leaves to use as cups. Rinse and drain. Transfer to a serving plate. 2 Heat half the olive oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over a high heat. Add pork mince. Cook, stirring with a wooden spoon to break…

1 Bad habit: Not trying new make-up. Good habit: A good place to start experimenting is a brighter lipstick shade. After all, you can always wash it off. 2 Bad habit: Not moisturising your body because the weather’s too hot. Good habit: Switch to a feather-light hydrating lotion that won’t make your skin feel as sticky. 3 Bad habit: Sleeping on your stomach. Good habit: Switch to sleeping on your side. Sleeping on your stomach creates pressure and deepens wrinkles, according to Radical Beauty, How To Transform Yourself From The Inside Out by Deepak Chopra and Kimberly Snyder (Penguin Random House, $37.99). A silk pillow slip will help keep skin looking smoother by morning and extend your blow-dry too. 4 Bad habit: Too lazy to take off your make-up. Good…

BE BOLD WITH COLOUR Want to know the simplest way to transform your interiors on the cheap? Be bold with colour! Dulux paint colour expert Andrea Lucena-Orr says that colour has the power to transform spaces and is integral in evoking emotion. Not sure where to start and what colours to choose? Dulux offers a number of ideas on new colour schemes to create an understated luxury feel in your home, from living rooms to bathrooms. Visit dulux.com.au. DISPLAY YOUR COLLECTIBLES If you want your space to stand out from the rest, display a couple of your collectibles! It could be a piece you picked up in a vintage market on your travels or an heirloom passed down from your great-grandmother. Check out auction houses, antique stores, eBay and Gumtree…

Aries Mar 21 – Apr 20 MANTRA I greet each day with joy in my heart and joy flows into all that I do. LOVE Working together with your partner to get a special project up and running or achieving a mutual goal will strengthen your relationship and improve communication. Travel plans will bring fun shared experiences. There may be uneasy patches, though, and times when there’s friction, a personality clash or an emotional distance to bridge. SINGLES Finding your special someone and falling in love will put your heart into a happy spin! This person may come from a very different background or you could meet while travelling. The relationship will introduce you to a whole other world. FAMILY A special event, exciting plans and hefty commitments will ask…

UNDER PRESSURE I have my own blood pressure-measuring machine and was advised by my doctor to monitor it because she had taken me off my blood pressure medication. I explained to MM that I was concerned because my blood pressure was high. He replied: ‘That’s easily fixed.’ I asked him how and he replied: ‘Just don’t take it.’ Alison Morrison, Reidsdale, NSW. DON’T BUG ME! We were at a barbecue when my MM husband pointed to something at his feet. He said: ‘What a big Christmas beetle, it is the first one I have seen this season.’ I didn’t want to burst his bubble, but the ‘beetle’ was an olive that had fallen off his plate! L. Matson, Hamlyn Terrace, NSW. SEASONAL HERO I have always associated alter egos with…

In a tragic twist of fate, Zsa Zsa Gabor’s adopted son Oliver Prinz von Anhalt has died just one week after her death. Socialite Oliver, 45, was involved in a motorcycle accident the same day the legendary screen icon passed away from a reported heart attack at the age of 99. His 73-year-old father Frederic Prinz von Anhalt – Zsa Zsa’s ninth husband – revealed to TMZ that Oliver never came out of his coma – and passed away on Christmas Day.…