Innholdsfortegnelse for 1 April 2019 i New Idea

FEARS FOR ANGE’S HEALTH Alarming new photos of Angelina Jolie have sparked concerns for the star’s wellbeing. The actress looked tired and frail as she stepped out in an all-black ensemble. The photos come amid reports that Angelina and her ex, Brad Pitt, are currently negotiating a deal that would declare them officially single. The “bifurcated judgment” would bring the couple one step closer to finalising their divorce, three years after their public split. “Both want to get on with their lives and no longer want to be married to each other,” a source told The Blast. And reports from Brad’s lawyers state that it was him who first brought up the idea of bifurcation, seven months ago. However, Angelina reportedly asked her ex to wait a week…

When it comes to their online presence, Bindi and Chandler appear more in love than ever! Bindi regularly posts loved-up happy snaps with her beau. “Every day feels like Valentine’s Day with you,” she commented on Instagram. And, it’s not just Bindi – Chandler is also constantly gushing over his “sweetheart” Bindi. “She has achieved so much for wildlife conservation and strives to make the world a brighter place,” he extolled on Instagram. “She inspires me to be a better person every day. I love you.” But, is all the loveydovey talk on social media just a facade?…

Suri Cruise has been spotted leaving her New York apartment with bags in tow, and insiders tell New Idea that the 12-year-old is finally reuniting with her father Tom after 2171 days! Things have been a little unstable at home, with her mother Katie Holmes’ rumoured split from beau Jamie Foxx, so Suri is reaching out to her father for comfort. “Suri has made a decision that she wants to spend more time with her dad,” says a family source. “Now she’s 12, she’s decided she wants to have more of a relationship with him and has really been pushing her mum to let her see him.” After Tom’s divorce from Katie, 40, in 2012, he was last seen in public with his daughter back in 2013. There were talks…

The royals are known for their lavish lifestyles, expensive holidays and otherworldly luxuries. New Idea looks at some of the most extravagant royal divas in history. PRINCE CHARLES Prince Charles’ diva demands include a rather eccentric list such as having his pyjamas pressed every morning, his shoelaces ironed flat and the bath plug placed in a certain position. According to Paul Burrell, the late Princess Diana’s former butler, he not only did all of that every day but when running a bath, “the water temperature has to be just tepid”. Charles, 70, even “has his valets squeeze one inch of toothpaste onto his toothbrush every morning.” His entourage includes a butler, two valets, chef, private secretary, typist and bodyguards who all rally round for the prince’s specific demands. Tom Bower…

MONDAY Prawn, Chorizo and Olive Spaghetti Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 25 mins 375g spaghetti 2 chorizo, chopped 500g raw peeled prawns 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tsps dried oregano leaves 250g punnet cherry tomatoes 2 tblsps tomato paste 180g tub marinated green olive halves, drained ¹/ ³ cup chopped fresh parsley Lemon wedges, to serve 1 Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water until tender. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid. 2 Meanwhile, heat a large, deep, non-stick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add chorizo. Cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add prawns, garlic and oregano. Cook, stirring for a further 2 minutes, or until prawns have changed in colour. 3 Add tomatoes to pan. Cook, stirring for about 2 to 3…

CITRUS CUBES Place slices (quarters or halves) of lemon, lime or orange into the holes of a six-hole silicone muffin tray. Cover with cold water. Freeze. Once frozen, remove cubes from tray and store in a snap-lock bag in the freezer. Use in chilled water for a delicious citrus flavour. NewIdeaFood.com.au Can’t get enough great kitchen hacks and recipes? Go to newideafood.com.au for more! How to Line the base of a springform pan with ease. Don’t invert the base of the pan, instead follow these easy steps – 1 Place the base on the bench. Tear off a sheet of baking paper larger than the base and place it over the top. 2 Without trimming the baking paper, place the side of the pan over the top of the paper and secure…

Celebrity makeup artist and Max Factor ambassador Liz Kelsh shares pro tips on what essentials to keep and what to toss to achieve a minimalist, ordered makeup bag… Where to start? “Decluttering your makeup will make a world of difference to your makeup application. Most of us have drawers and drawers of make-up we never use. Streamlining your products can not only speed up the time it takes to apply makeup, but also having products easily on hand will give you more confidence to experiment with your looks,” says Liz. Her advice is to collect all your makeup products (including from your handbags, your cupboards, the bathroom cabinet) and spread them all out together on a table. You’ll be amazed at how much you’re hoarding! “Do a clean sweep of…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 You’ll take the reins with a bold new endeavour and your ideas, influence and energy will shape it in a unique way. Be prepared, you’ll be biting off a lot to chew, and there’ll be a senior colleague or system that’s a challenge to work with. Good news will point the way forward with a problem or question, and enlightening information may change how you approach a complex issue. A fun outing or encounter will be a treat. LUCKY NUMBERS: 1, 13, 44 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 Exhilarating progress with a domestic project or special family plans will be a joy, though a few cost compromises may be in order. Surprise news will call for a reshuffle, and there will be an…

Q I have worked in sales for 25 years and I feel depressed and in need of a change. I’ve always aspired to become a writer but I have two children depending on me and I am unsure how a career change would impact my family financially. MATT, VIA EMAIL. A With two children dependent on you you’ll need to make sure you can start a career in writing that will give you an income. It’s not an easy occupation to break into, so perhaps you could take a writing course at night school. You could submit some of your work to publishers, features editors or newspaper professionals. As much as you hate being in sales, I wouldn’t give up your job until you’ve made inroads into writing. It’s a…

WHAT’S YOUR PARTNER’S QUIRKIEST HABIT? Jess: Norm’s definitely scared of spiders. He almost cries when he sees one! Norm: Leaving the wine bottle out of the fridge and then complaining that the wine’s hot. WHAT’S YOUR PARTNER’S SECRET DOMESTIC SKILL? Norm: Jess’ “hour of power”. Once a week, the “hour of power” comes out when everything gets cleaned up and looks schmicko at the end of it. Jess: Norm has a real ability to WHO WOULD PLAY YOUR PARTNER IN A MOVIE ABOUT THEIR LIFE? Mortein every single ant that sets foot in the house. Jess: Danny DeVito. Norm: Rebel Wilson.…

Reunited at last with Martha (Belinda Giblin), Alf (Ray Meagher) hasn’t been able to wipe the smile from his face. But the Summer Bay stalwart’s happiness may be short-lived. In a stunning development, Martha devastates Alf when she announces suddenly that she is leaving the Bay. Earlier, Martha becomes increasingly panicked when, after trying for a short time, she is unable to reach Roo (Georgie Parker). Unable to work out why Martha is behaving so irrationally, Alf finally understands when she explains the real reason for her distress – she has Borderline Personality Disorder. It’s best, says Martha, that she farewells him and the Bay. She needs the stability of her own home, she tells a gutted Alf, and her mind is made up. Will Alf allow Martha to walk…

Busy touring the Caribbean last week Prince Charles and his wife Camilla took time off from their jam-packed 13-day schedule to unwind and celebrate a royal milestone that neither thought would ever happen. The couple, whose whirlwind trip saw them take part in more than 50 engagements, almost went unnoticed as they strolled barefoot along the beach together before taking a dip in the ocean. While the Prince of Wales, 70, swapped his usual tailored suits for floral swim shorts, the Duchess of Cornwall, 71, rocked a blue one-piece and wore dark sunglasses. Laughing together, the pair looked happier than ever and seemed joyful in each other’s company. The break is just what the couple needed given the pressure their marriage has been under after Lady Davina Windsor announced her…

The Duchess of Cambridge has been hinting she’s ready for another baby for some time and now it seems an announcement that she’s expecting is imminent. There has even been speculation that she could be having twins! “The big talk in palace secrets is that Kate is already pregnant – and some of her closest confidantes are even saying she’s having twins,” says a source close to the duchess. “Apparently her bump is already more pronounced, leading many to believe there’s a double royal surprise coming our way, so it’s incredibly exciting.” As rumours abound that William and Kate will soon add to their family, a UK bookmaker has even slashed the odds on the royal family issuing confirmation of the happy news. “No-one is surprised that she’s pregnant so…

They’ve always had a pact to keep their family life out of the spotlight and away from Hollywood. But after their daughters were photographed apparently working as extras on Nicole Kidman’s latest TV production, a New Idea source reveals Keith Urban is reportedly unhappy at his wife’s change of heart. “Keith was fuming with Nicole for allowing Sunday and Faith to have extras roles on the show – especially when he’d specifically told her he didn’t want them growing up in the spotlight at all,” explains the insider. “KEITH WAS FUMING WITH NICOLE FOR ALLOWING SUNDAY AND FAITH TO HAVE EXTRAS ROLES” “Keith accused her of betraying him and going against his wishes and telling her how disrespected he felt given he’d been so clear about his wishes.” Sunday Rose,…

Ronan Keating won the hearts of teenage girls all over the world as a member of the boyband Boyzone and he is currently touring Australia with the band for one last time. The Australian leg of the tour is exciting for Ronan, given his ongoing relationship with this country. During a five-year run as judge on The X Factor Australia Ronan, 42, met and subsequently married an Aussie (TV producer Storm Uechtritz), cementing his ties to the country. Ronan – who shares three children, Jack, 20, Missy, 18, and Ali, 13, with ex-wife Yvonne Connolly – also welcomed his first child with Storm, a son, Cooper, two years ago. And now the singer has revealed his plans to make a more permanent move Down Under. “I’m coming back to Sydney…

2-Minute Noodle Laksa Stir-Fry Serves: 4, Prep and Cook: 15 mins 3 x 72g packets mi goreng soy and mild spice-flavoured instant noodles ¹/ ³ cup laksa paste 2 tblsps oyster sauce 2 tblsps vegetable oil 500g chicken stir-fry strips 300g bag shredded carrot 120g bag baby spinach leaves 250g bag bean sprouts 1 cup chopped fresh coriander, leaves and stems ¹/ ³ cup fried shallots 1 Place contents of noodle flavouring sachets into a small jug with paste and sauce. Mix well. 2 Break noodle cakes into quarters. Place in a large heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water. Stand for 3 minutes. Drain. 3 Meanwhile, heat oil in a large wok over a high heat. Add chicken. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes, or until cooked. Add carrot, noodles and…

Salted Caramel Apple Slice Serves 12, Prep and Cook: 1 hour ¾ cup self-raising flour ¾ cup plain flour ½ cup caster sugar 125g cold unsalted butter, chopped ½ cup milk 1 egg, lightly beaten 385g can sliced apple pie fruit ¾ cup Nestle Top’n’Fill caramel 1 tsp sea salt flakes Double cream, to serve TOPPING ¼ cup plain flour ¼ cup brown sugar, firmly packed 1 tsp ground cinnamon 25g butter, finely chopped 1 Grease an 18cm x 28cm rectangular slice pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending paper 3cm above pan edges. 2 Process flours, sugar and butter in a food processor until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in milk and egg until combined. 3 Spread two-thirds of the mixture over…

Amelia Gartner, managing director of 100 per cent plant-based skincare company Cedar + Stone, shares her top tips on how to avoid simple blunders and make the most out of your masking rituals. “Face masks are a great tool to have in your beauty arsenal. They can deliver quick results for all types of skin issues like irritation, dryness, inflation and oily skin and feel like a luxe indulgence when you need a little ‘me’ time,” says Amelia. In order to maximise the results, try to avoid these common masking mistakes… 1. NOT RINSING THOROUGHLY Follow your masking session with a double cleanse and always use lukewarm water to encourage any remnants to lift off the skin. (Unless it’s a sheet mask, then you should leave the residue from…

Q I’m sending you a query on behalf of my mum, Sandra (from Auckland, New Zealand), who has been at a great loss since losing her sister at the end of last year. Although death and grief meet us all at some point, this was a particularly big loss as it was her twin sister and she passed away without warning. Despite the support that she has from those around her and our family’s general belief that when we die there is peace and we still carry on in some way, Mum has expressed her need for even more comfort. My mum enjoys your column, and after reading some excerpts from your book was encouraged by what related to her. She’s asked me to contact you with the following question:…

JELLY HUGS My great-granddaughter put her arms around me and gave me a hug. “I just love your arms grandma, they feel so soft,” she said. I smiled and she went on, “Yes grandma, they feel just like jelly.” MERLIE CLAYTON, WYNDHAM VALE, VIC. THE ELUSIVE BUNNY Master 6 was about to set off on an Easter holiday with his family. We asked him if he’d told the Easter Bunny where to find him. Master 6 looked back with a tear forming in his eye. “I couldn’t tell him,” he said “I haven’t seen him.” We had to promise to let the Easter Bunny know where to find our young friend. E. KURTH, KIRWAN, QLD. PASSIVE PLAY Master 11 was watching a gaming channel on YouTube when Dad came in…

REVENGE DANCE Karl Stefanovic (NI Mar. 4) has a hide criticising his ex wife Cass’ debut on Dancing with the Stars. What type of a man dumps his wife, marries a younger woman, then attempts to make a mockery of his ex. I hope this spurs Cass on to become the best dancer she can be. M. RYAN, GYMPIE, QLD. TRAVEL TALK How interesting to read 5 Ways to Travel the World for Free (NI Mar. 4). In particular, the advice on how to ‘Talk Your Way to a Free Stay’. Who knew that was even an option? Though it does remind me of an experience I had on a train in Brussels. While talking to a friend, there were some school kids listening intently and one tried out his…

We’re used to seeing them all loved-up and smiling as they flaunt their relationship and love of wildlife for all the world to see on social media. But is Bindi Irwin and her American beau Chandler Powell’s near six-year relationship as Instagramperfect as it appears? Last week while the couple were busy posting loved-up photos online with heartfelt captions, tense-looking snaps reveal that everything might not always be as picture perfect as it seems. Photos of what appears to be the couple having a lovers’ tiff have emerged, with a casually dressed Bindi, 20, and Chandler, 22, looking downcast as they strolled back to their car, before a cranky Chandler stormed off. The next day, the couple – who met back in 2013 and have been inseparable ever since –…

Nicole Kidman has always been thin, but recent photos of her skinny arms have left friends fearing for her health. Nicole who in the past has admitted she’s into intermittent fasting is also said to only eat 50 per cent of the food on her plate. ”No matter what she orders … it could be a cup of soup – she'll still ask to have it cut down,” a source told Star. Nicole also credits her lithe physique to her regular workouts, but those close to her are maybe wondering if she’s pushed her workouts too far. “I do sit-ups,” she told Extra. “Not a lot, but I do sit-ups … I love to swim and run. I actually love sports,” Nicole confessed.…

Chewy Banana Cereal Cookies Makes 16, Prep and Cook: 20 mins 150g unsalted butter, chopped ½ cup golden syrup 4 cups Kellogg’s Just Right breakfast cereal (260g) 1½ cups self-raising flour 1 cup mashed, over-ripe banana (See Tip) 1 Grease and line two large oven trays with baking paper. 2 Combine butter and syrup in a medium saucepan over a medium heat. Stir until butter is melted. Bring to boil. Remove. Cool for 5 minutes. 3 Combine cereal and flour in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre. Add banana and butter mixture. Stir until well combined. 4 Shape ¼ cups of mixture into balls. Place about 4cm apart on prepared trays. Flatten slightly to about 7cm rounds. 5 Cook in a moderate oven (180C) for about 15…

Refrigerator Iced Coffee Slice Serves 24, Prep: 45 mins 250g packet Arnott’s Milk Coffee biscuits ¹/ ³ cup slivered almonds, toasted 1 tblsp cocoa powder 175g unsalted butter, melted 1 tblsp caster sugar Extra cocoa powder, to decorate FILLING 2 tsps powdered gelatine 1 tblsp instant coffee granules 250g block cream cheese, chopped, at room temperature ¾ cup caster sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 600ml tub thickened cream 1 Grease an 18cm x 28cm rectangular slice pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending paper 4cm above pan edges. 2 Process broken biscuits, almonds and cocoa in a food processor until finely crushed. Add butter. Process until combined. Press over base of prepared pan. Refrigerate. 3 To make filling, sprinkle gelatine and coffee over ¼ cup cold water in…

Our families are now past the half-way mark of our Six-Week Challenge so we checked in with them to see how they’re all handling their new health and fitness journeys so far. Read on to learn all about their highs, their lows, their struggles, their endeavours – and everything in between! ELSA TESI, 35, HUSBAND JOHN, 41, AND THEIR DAUGHTERS SULIANA, 11, LEILANI, 9. When Elsa Tesi, hubby John and their daughters, Suliana and Leilani joined our family health challenge, Elsa’s main goal for their family as a whole was to cut out sugars and junk food, eat overall healthier with meal plans they could maintain, and to exercise more as a family. Elsa says the family have all taken the new meal plan on board, but admits it hasn’t…

Q Can I mix breeds of fish in the same tank? AM. WALKER, ADELAIDE, SA. Yes, there are plenty of different fish species that like to swim together, and some even form complex relationships. There are a few different factors that influence whether fish will get along – such as how crowded the tanks is, water quality and reproductive activity – so you should pick species that are known to live together and be sure they have enough space. Some fish, such as the bucktooth tetra – which eats smaller fish and the scales of larger fish – isn’t safe with a mate!…

We recently lost our beloved cat Napoleon suddenly and unexpectedly, before we could even get to the vet consult. He was only 6½ years old. Do you have any insights into what caused his untimely passing? Could we have done anything to save him? Do you know where his spirit is now, if he is around us and will he send us any signs? What messages does he have for us, our daughter, Jasmine, and for his sister, Possum? How can we heal from this devastating loss? BONNIE & DOMINIC, VIA EMAIL. As I tune into Napoleon’s energy, I immediately sense he experienced complications in his abdomen and digestive area towards the end of his physical time here with you. There’s a sense that a tumour or growth unexpectedly ruptured…

LAUNDRY COP I was looking at new washing machines and mentioned to the young MM salesman that I used to do my washing with a copper. He then, seriously, asked me if a policeman helped me with the washing. ALISON CHALMERS, HIGHTON, VIC. BABY BUMP My MM grandson congratulated my friend’s daughter on being pregnant to which she replied: “Thank you, but I am not – my son was born six months ago.” Oops! FELICITY ROONEY, SALE, VIC. BAA! My son was telling us all about a sheep that was  standing in the middle of the road when he was on his way home from the country. He said he tooted the horn a couple of times, but didn’t want to go around it as he didn’t know which way…