Innholdsfortegnelse for 30 December 2019 i New Idea

PDiddy celebrated his big 5-0 with a lavish party in Beverly Hills. The A-list guests included Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Leonardo DiCaprio, Dr Dre, Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West, and Mary J. Blige was a surprise performer. Guests were invited via an audio message from Naomi Campbell. “On the audio, she said, ‘You’re invited to Diddy 50 … only come with dancing shoes and good vibes,” a partygoer told Page Six.…

As has become their annual tradition, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have returned to Australia for a festive visit. But while Keith will combine the trip with work as he’s performing in Sydney for three nights, it’s thought the couple will spend most of their time with Nicole’s family. Now it’s being speculated that Nicole and Keith could use this time to focus on their marriage and even undergo couples therapy during their short break. It might also prompt them to consider a permanent relocation back to Australia in a bid to help strengthen their relationship. The couple have been very open about how rehab and therapy have been invaluable in the musician’s battle with addiction. In 2007, soon after Keith’s second rehab stay, Nicole explained to Vanity Fair: “I’ve…

Bindi shared plenty of snaps from her recent US trip to visit her fiancé Chandler Powell’s family. However, eagle-eyed watchers noted the 21-year-old’s physique was cleverly disguised in the strategically angled photos. So are Bindi and Chandler expecting a pre-wedding baby surprise? Meanwhile, Bindi has been inexplicably absent from a number of recent family appearances, including the Tourism Australia campaign launch. While mum Terri and brother Robert attended, Bindi’s absence went unexplained, aside from a mysterious Instagram post showing her tucked up in bed ……

A marriage breakdown could prove costly for these celebrity couples if they ever divorced! Break-ups are always tough – and when a celebrity is involved, there’s also the matter of dividing up the star’s billions of dollars worth of assets, including their property, cars and bank balances. Reese Witherspoon, who is currently one of Hollywood’s highest-paid actresses with an estimated net worth of $220 million, could find herself having to shell out a small fortune in the event she splits from her agent husband Jim Toth, who is also the father of her youngest son, Tennessee. Similarly, Julia Roberts might have to pay up if she were to separate from her husband of almost two decades, Danny Moder. The actress’ estimated $205 million net worth is likely to be divided…

MEGHAN AND HARRY: ARCHIE Meghan Markle and Prince Harry welcomed baby Archie on May 6. Meghan waited to introduce her son publicly and came out a few days after to show him off. “I have the two best guys in the world,” she said. “He has the sweetest temperament. He’s just been the dream, so it’s been a special couple of days.” JESSICA AND ERIC: BIRDIE Jessica Simpson welcomed her third child, Birdie, with husband, Eric Johnson. “We are so happy and proud to announce the birth of our perfect daughter,” Jessica wrote on Instagram. BACHIE’S LAURA AND MATTY J: MARLIE-MAE While some of the other Bachelor and Bachelorette winners seem to be parting ways, one couple is standing strong. Matty J Johnson and Laura Byrne found love…

Can you ever truly know the person you married, pledging your life to in sickness and in health? For nurse Carron Wickens, the answer is no. Her marriage ended in a horrific and bloody struggle that almost killed her. Carron, 58, from Adelaide in South Australia, thought she’d met the love of her life when she crossed paths with George Freeman in 2008. According to Carron, George was charming and she was immediately swept off her feet. “His blue eyes and smile were infectious, and I was oblivious to the warning signs, such as constant phone and text messages, turning up out of the blue, possessiveness, hypersexuality, as well as displaying a keen interest in my financial status,” Carron tells New Idea. “He had gained my trust and it wasn’t…

Fruity Pecan Palmiers Makes 20, Prep and Cook: 30 mins 1 cup fruit mince (300g) ½ cup pecans, finely chopped 1 tblsp caster sugar 2 sheets frozen puff pastry, just thawed 1 Lightly grease two large oven trays. Line with baking paper. 2 Combine fruit mince and pecans in a bowl. Mix well. 3 Sprinkle 2 tsps sugar over a 30cm square area on a clean bench. Place one sheet of pastry over sugar. Press lightly. Scatter half the fruit mixture over pastry. Gently spread to evenly cover. 4 Starting from two opposite sides, roll up pastry to meet in the centre. Turn roll over. Place on a chopping board. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. Repeat with remaining sugar, pastry and fruit mixture. 5 Remove rolls from fridge. Cut each one…

This easy dish makes a tasty lunch or dinner using leftover ham, and if you love a spicy kick, add a sprinkle of dried chilli flakes! 15-Minute Creamy Ham and Pea Pasta Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 15 mins 375g orecchiette pasta 1 leek, halved lengthways, thinly sliced 200g ham, chopped 2 tsps garlic paste 1½ cups frozen peas (180g) 300ml tub light thickened cooking cream 1 tsp finely grated lemon rind Grated parmesan, to serve 1 Cook pasta in a large saucepan of boiling, salted water for about 8 minutes, or until tender. Drain, reserving ¹/ ³ cup of the cooking liquid. 2 Meanwhile, heat a lightly oiled, large frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add leek, ham and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 4 minutes,…

Harness the power of nature with naturally-derived ingredients that nurture the skin without the need for nasty, chemical inclusions. This edit consists of a few of our beauty favourites that are conscious brands but also deliver on efficacy. With a growing awareness of organic options in what we eat, most people have become more conscious about not only their choices in food, but also in all other products. The good news is that the number of natural beauty products on the market is forever expanding so as to keep up with the demand. This is great for consumers as there are now so many choices and not all come with the original hefty price tag. Examples include a natural tanner that works without chemicals such as dihydroxyacetone and also smells…

Every parent I know wishes they had more time to teach their child life skills. How to sew on a button. How to make tacos. How to use the washing machine. But in the hurly-burly of the school year there’s often no time. Just getting the lunch boxes unpacked and teaching basic personal hygiene is often challenge enough. Fortunately, the summer holidays are a time when you can broaden your kids’ skill set and also spend valuable time with them. Families are teams yet increasingly it’s only the parents pulling their weight because it’s too hard or there’s not enough time to show your kids how to do things. Now no-one is suggesting you can’t take to the sun-lounger and knock off that book that’s been sitting on your bedside…

Christmas has come and gone, which means it’s time for the less-fun task of taking down those decorations. Thoughtfully packing away your decorations (as opposed to just chucking them in a box!) will preserve their longevity and ensure you aren’t greeted by a tangled mess when you pull them out next year. LIGHTS Carefully wrapping your lights around a spool-like object will make them easy to unravel next festive season. An A5-sized piece of stiff cardboard from a recycled box is a simple solution. Or, try a clean tin can – you can even drop any spare bulbs along with the plug inside the can. BAUBLES & ORNAMENTS For precious decorations, consider investing in a storage unit like the Kmart Christmas Ornament Storage Box, $9 (kmart.com.au). Otherwise, get creative with…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 A thoughtful exchange with a relative too far away will be meaningful this Christmas. Love will bridge the distance! A kind overture from another, and vice versa, will spread Christmas good cheer. For singles, a fun encounter will hold the promise of a new romance. An ambitious career or personal undertaking will push up the pressure gauge; timely developments will help to point the way forward. LUCKY NUMBERS: 14, 15, 24 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 Cosy Christmas vibes will invite heart-to-hearts with someone dear. Soft words and gentle listening will nurture warm understanding. A long-distance relationship will turn a major corner and you’ll relate to each other on a whole new level. A short trip or going to a place you have…

Karina Machado is a journalist, host of the Spirit Sisters podcast and the author of Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell and Love Never Dies, a non-fiction series exploring the extraordinary experiences of ordinary people. Now, on The Ghost Files podcast each week, Karina will introduce a guest who’ll share their personal encounter with the spirit world. STRANGERS IN THE HOUSE As a little girl, “I could see things that other people couldn’t,” recalls Christine Ferris, who grew up seeing ghosts as lifelike as flesh-and-blood people wandering around her old home in the historic Sydney suburb of Parramatta. “Why are there men in the hallway and in the backyard?” a bewildered Christine would ask her parents, but when they marched her off to a psychiatrist, she quickly learnt to keep quiet…

CHEVY CHASE (CLARK) Chevy continued to star in many and various film and television projects, then in 2009 he found big success as Pierce Hawthorne in the hit series Community. But the accolades didn’t last. Chase was accused of racial insensitivities by the show’s creator, Dan Harmon, and co-star Donald Glover. BEVERLY D’ANGELO (ELLEN GRISWOLD) A blonde bombshell with undeniable talent, Beverly has remained within the Hollywood scene, appearing regularly as a guest star in a range of shows including The Simpsons, Entourage and Cougar Town. She also made a stellar appearance in the 2008 comedy, The House Bunny. JOHNNY GALECKI (RUSS GRISWOLD) As one of the most successful Vacation alumni, Johnny found his way into the hearts and homes of millions of viewers around the world as the one…

STREAM YOU S2 Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley) is on the run from his very much alive ex-girlfriend, Candace (Ambyr Childers), and having hallucinations of his very much dead ex, Beck (Elizabeth Lail), in his new home of Los Angeles. The book store clerk hates the west coast city, but does like being able to blend into the crowd, which allows him to keep tabs on his latest romantic obsession. OUT BOXING DAY BOOK JOSEPHINE’S GARDEN BY STEPHANIE PARKYN Set in France during the aftermath of the revolution, this tells the story of Rose de Beauharnais – otherwise known as Empress Josephine – who escapes the guillotine and a few years later marries Napoleon Bonaparte. Unless she provides an heir, the empress risks losing it all. OUT NOW SHOW…

CHARLIZE THERON Even Oscar-winning actresses aren’t immune to their children throwing tantrums! Charlize took her kids August and Jackson to a dance class in Hollywood but was forced to leave early after Jackson threw a huge hissy fit, collapsing on the ground. GERI HALLIWELL Back when she was a toddler, Geri’s daughter Bluebell appeared to be a handful. The tot was caught running away from her mum during an outing and Geri had to hold on to the hood of Bluebell’s top to stop her getting away. KATIE HOLMES Just like many mums out there, Katie had to console her crying daughter, Suri Cruise, after she was told she couldn’t get the puppy she wanted from the pet store, while the two were out shopping in New York.…

It was just like a scene from the Downton Abbey film. Celebrity chef Anna Gare was called and told the Queen would be coming to Perth and they would like Anna to cook for her. “At first I had to turn it down,” she laughs to New Idea. “I had a cupcake competition in Denmark, the country town where I come from. The gentleman on the other end of the phone could not believe it.” But with an elaborate plan that included limos and helicopters, Anna was able to make it to both events and had the opportunity to cook a barbecue for Her Majesty. While the Queen didn’t eat the sausages Anna had cooked, she did stop for a chat. “She was lovely,” says Anna. “We talked about kids…

Karl and Jasmine Stefanovic did little to shut down rumours of an impending pregnancy announcement when the couple headed off on a beach vacation in Byron Bay. In New Idea’s exclusive photos, the 45-year-old TV personality was seen enjoying the sun and surf, while his wife Jasmine, 35, flaunted a noticeably rounded belly beneath her one-piece swimsuit. Karl appeared smitten as he admiringly looked on at his glowing wife while the married couple of one year happily chatted with friends. The new holiday snaps all but confirmed recent swirling reports that the pair are expecting their first child together. These latest photos come shortly after Jasmine sent the pregnancy rumour mill into overdrive following a series of social media posts that suggested she was hosting a baby shower with friends…

As the bitter split between Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt continues to unfold, the actress could soon find herself alone over the festive season. The latest sad chapter between the one-time Hollywood golden couple comes on the back of a clash between Angelina, 44, and her former mother-in-law, Jane Pitt. A source tells New Idea the megastar’s mum believes Angelina has played a role in turning their children against Brad, and has grand plans of reuniting her son with his estranged children. “Jane is planning a big family Christmas in Missouri,” the source tells New Idea. Us Weekly recently reported that Brad, 56, will spend the holidays with three of his six children: Shiloh, 13, and 11-year-old twins Knox and Vivienne. This will be the first time he’s spent Christmas…

SONIA KRUGER RETURNS TO SEVEN After persistent whispers, Sonia Kruger’s defection to rival network Channel Seven was made official in November. It’s a welcome homecoming for the former Today Extra host, with Sonia saying she was “excited to be returning”. Sonia’s new multi-year deal will see her front a number of programs, including reality show Mega Mini Golf and Australia’s Got Talent: The Champions, and she’ll also be involved with Seven’s 2020 Tokyo Olympics coverage. GEORGIE GARDNER WALKS OUT After Today suffered its lowest ratings on record, Nine Network announced mass shake-ups for 2020, including the ousting of host, Georgie Gardner. “[N]aturally I’m disappointed with the outcome,” Georgie told The Sydney Morning Herald, shortly after the decision was announced. Days later, Georgie sensationally opted not to return to finish her…

Survivor sweethearts Samantha Gash, 35, and Mark Wales, 38, officially tied the knot at a star-studded wedding on December 14. The happy couple, who share 22-month-old son Harry, married at the Log Cabin Ranch at Monbulk in Victoria, two years after meeting on the Channel 10 reality show in 2017. Sam and Mark, who exclusively shared the beautiful photographs from their wedding with New Idea, said the day was full of unexpected surprises – including a few Survivor cameos! “We had such a magical weekend. The ceremony was in the stables and it had a candlelit-style vibe with exposed panelling; really simple with native gum leaves and mismatched chairs,” Sam tells New Idea. “I walked down the aisle to Matt Corby’s song ‘Resolution’, which we love. It was the song…

BOB HAWKE Former prime minister Bob Hawke passed away at 89 on May 16. He was PM from 1983 to 1991 and is survived by wife Blanche d’Alpuget. LUKE PERRY The 90210 and Riverdale star’s tragic passing on March 4 sent shockwaves through Hollywood. He died at age 52 after suffering a stroke. MARGARET FULTON Celebrated food writer Margaret Fulton passed away on July 24 at the age of 94. The cookery queen was a national treasure. BEN UNWIN Former Home and Away star Ben Unwin died at age 41 on August 14. He has been remembered fondly by his heartbroken castmates. DORIS DAY Legendary Hollywood actress and singer Doris Day passed away on May 13 at the age of 97.…

BACHIE ‘S ABBIE The Bachelor’s Abbie Chatfield spoke her mind, made some enemies and ruffled a lot of feathers during Matt Agnew’s season – but she still made it to the top two. MKR’S JOSH AND AUSTIN My Kitchen Rules brothers Josh and Austin Bonwick were the most hated team on the show, thanks to their scathing comments at the dinner table. MAFS’ INES AND SAM MAFS villains Ines Basic and Sam Ball incited fury when they cheated on their partners – and made no apology for it.…

As director of Newcastle Museum’s earthquake exhibition, Julie Baird says the survivor stories chronicle a defining chapter of the city. “People wanted to tell their stories and they say this helps them heal,” she says. But Julie believes marking the anniversary of the disaster is important not just for Newcastle, but it has valuable lessons for all Australians. “No-one thought earthquakes happened here, but they do, and this is what can happen to a city. So we do need to remember as we look to the future.” Earthquake: Then and Now and Again – 30 Years is at Newcastle Museum until January 12.…

Leftover Pork Nasi Goreng Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 30 mins 450g packet microwave jasmine rice 4 eggs 500g leftover roast pork, cut into 2cm pieces ¼ cup kecap manis 185g jar nasi goreng paste 200g punnet sliced mushrooms 4 green spring onions, cut into 2cm lengths 1 bunch bok choy, shredded (275g) Sliced cucumber and lime wedges, to serve Fresh coriander leaves, to garnish 1 Heat rice according to packet directions. Transfer to a large bowl. Separate grains with a fork. 2 Heat a lightly oiled, large-based, non-stick wok over a medium to high heat. Break eggs, side-by-side, into wok. Cook for about 3 minutes on one side, or until cooked to your liking. Remove. Cut between eggs to separate them. Keep warm. 3 Toss pork with 2 tblsps…

According to the Sharing Hub (thesharinghub. com.au), a site that brings sharing economy businesses and consumers together, the Australian sharing economy is booming, with recent research revealing that businesses have seen revenue growth of 68 per cent. And it’s not just share rides like Uber and Lyft or accommodation like Airbnb these days. There are myriad ways to take advantage of the share economy – here are a few ideas to get you started … SHARE FROCKS Got a wedding or formal dinner coming up and in need of a frock? Not keen to spend a gazillion dollars? Consider The Volte, a designer fashion rental marketplace connecting lenders and borrowers, where you can access designer fashion at a fraction of the price. Perhaps you’ve got a gorgeous designer dress that…

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Q What’s a good coping mechanism for rejection? Whether it be a disinterested man or friend, or job rejections, it really destroys my self-esteem and I can’t see past my flaws. Maybe I sound dramatic but this doubt is affecting my everyday life. ANONYMOUS, VIA EMAIL. AI don’t doubt that your self-esteem is rock bottom. Unless you stop having all these black thoughts you will be unable to cope with the disappointments. We all have tough times, but it is up to us to find the answers to where we are going wrong. If a man is disinterested in you, move on and put it down to experience. If a friend pushes you away, look for a person who is more caring. Why waste your time on someone who brushes…

ELF (2003) After being raised among elves at the North Pole, Buddy (played by Will Ferrell) discovers he’s actually human and travels to New York to find his real father. HOME ALONE (1990) & HOME ALONE 2 (1992) Written by John Hughes, both films capture the magic of the holiday season while also allowing viewers to watch Daniel Stern and Joe Pesci cop a thrashing, or 10. IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE (1946) One of Chevy’s favourites, this classic ticks all the boxes. “It’s beautifully acted and written,” Chevy told the Los Angeles Daily News. “It really gets to my heart and not a lot of things do.”…

Robert Irwin recently revealed he was drunk on stage after eating lots of alcohol-filled chocolates. Speaking to Access Hollywood’s Scott Evans, he said: “There was a time when I was given these chocolates and I was super hungry so I ate them all. Then I was like ‘these taste weird’. Anyway, I look on the back of the packet and each chocolate had a shot of alcohol in it!” Sister Bindi also spoke about her upcoming nuptials. “Planning has been fun. I’m thinking about khaki for colours. Maybe a khaki wedding dress!” she joked.…

After a year filled with scandalous revelations and reported feuding, the Queen must be hoping the festive celebrations taking place over the coming week will help unite the royal family. But now New Idea has learnt that any possibility of a calm Christmas and New Year may yet culminate in more drama and tears than festive cheer. “It will certainly be tense at Sandringham,” royal author Phil Dampier tells us. “SEVERAL MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY FEEL THE DUKE HAS SINGLE-HANDEDLY LET THE MONARCHY DOWN” “2019 has been a turkey for the Queen and although not as bad as the infamous ‘annus horribilis’ of 1992, it’s not been far behind. She will be hoping that over this period her family can get together and plan a way forward for the long-term…

With her big day just month’s away, Steve Irwin’s daughter, Bindi, 21, talks wedding plans, her father’s legacy and her biggest fear. SOME PEOPLE GROW UP IN THE SPOTLIGHT BUT YOU WERE BORN INTO IT That’s true! The cameras were rolling when my beautiful mum [Terri Irwin] gave birth to me. My poor mum! Dad was filming some crocodiles when suddenly Mum went into labour. So Dad just invited the entire film crew to come and capture the moment. PRODUCING WILDLIFE SHOWS MUST CONSTANTLY REMIND YOU OF YOUR DAD … It does always bring me back to those times because that’s what we always did as a family; film, travel and do our wildlife conservation work. With [our TV show] Crikey! It’s the Irwins, we have so many clips of…

Divorce and separation can be messy to navigate even in the best of times. But when millions of dollars, multiple properties, children and impending tabloid drama is involved, it can be a minefield. When a celebrity couple splits up, their multimillion-dollar fortunes make everything much more complicated. High-profile break-ups such as Liam Hemsworth and Miley Cyrus, Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk, Nadia and Jimmy Bartel, Adele and Simon Konecki all happened in 2019, while enduring couple Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel appear to be on the rocks. “THEY KNOW THE COST OF IT BEING SPLASHED OVER THE TABLOIDS” After scandalous paparazzi photographs emerged of former NSYNC singer Justin holding hands with his co-star Alisha Wainwright, speculation has been rife that the married couple are on the verge of separation. While…

MARRIED AT FIRST SIGHT : JULES AND CAM MAFS sweethearts Jules Robinson and Cam Merchant were fan favourites on the Channel Nine show, and their dreamy relationship worked just as well in the outside world. The couple married – this time for real – on November 17 in a gorgeous Sydney wedding, and they tell New Idea their crazy love story has been well worth the ride. “We say, if we can get through that show and everything that’s come with it, we can get through anything!” Jules, 37, laughs. “People are invested in our relationship and we want to show that you can find love!” “It has been so beautiful and we are certainly so appreciative and grateful of the love that does come in. We thank the…

Italian Grazing Plate Serves 10-12, Prep and Cook: 1 hour Shaved mild and hot Italian salami, sliced provolone cheese, marinated feta cheese, mixed olives and artichokes, baby rocket leaves and lemon wedges, to serve HERB AND GARLIC RICOTTA DIP 400g ricotta cheese ½ cup Greek yoghurt 2 tblsps extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to drizzle 1 tblsp lemon juice 2 small cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil ½ cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley SALSA ROSSA 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, quartered 150g char-grilled capsicum, chopped ½ small red onion, finely chopped 2 tsps caster sugar 2 tsps red wine vinegar GARLIC CRISPS 1small French bread stick (30cm) ¼ cup olive oil ½ tsp garlic powder PROSCIUTTO GRISSINI 9 thin slices prosciutto, halved lengthways 125g box grissini…

Sparkling Rosé and Gin Berry Punch Makes 10 cups, Prep: 15 mins 125g punnet raspberries 2 limes, thinly sliced 1 cup dry gin 750ml bottle sparkling crisp apple juice, chilled 375ml can lemonade, chilled 750ml bottle sparkling rosé wine, chilled BERRY ICE CUBES 250g punnet strawberries, hulled 600ml bottle raspberry flavoured soft drink 1 To make berry ice cubes, cut strawberries into quarters. Divide half among two x 12-hole ice cube trays. Fill with raspberry soft drink. Freeze. Reserve remaining strawberries in a covered container in the fridge. 2 Up to 1 hour before serving, combine raspberries, lime slices, gin, apple juice and reserved strawberries in a large serving jug. Cover and refrigerate to chill. 3 Just before serving, add lemonade, rosé and berry ice cubes. Serve immediately. TIP Make…

Any loud noises can cause anxiety in our loyal hounds and other pets, so the sound of fireworks can be particularly alarming. Try these tips to calm your beloved pets. #ON THE DAY, pre-empt any possible jitters by taking your dog on a long walk or play in the park, or play games with your pussycat before the fireworks to tire them out. After a long day’s play and dinner, they may be too worn out to hear the noises. #ON THE NIGHT, keep your pet inside and surrounded by comforting toys and rugs to help distract, and make sure all doors (and fences and gates) are secured. If they do get spooked, they are going to want to get into flight mode and try to run. #DON’T even think…

My 2-year-old granddaughter, Alia, just loves her playhouse she got for her birthday. The doorbell is her favourite part of it! LIL BIZ, THELSTONE, SA. My son, Cohen, 2, thinks driving trains is great fun. CARL GRIFFITH, MARGATE, QLD. Our gorgeous cat, Hershey, was able to get her kittens, Itsy, Bitsy, Teeny and Weeny, to behave and pose for a nice family photo. Aren’t they all lovely? E. DRAKE, CHRISTCHURCH, NZ. These are my gorgeous girls, Emma Leigh, 17 months, and Mackenzie-Rae, 3, cooling down on the farm in their play box filled with water. ANITA-MOANA WADDINGTON, KAITAIA, NZ. Send us a funny story about your children and mere males, a letter about an interesting piece you’ve read in our mag or a pic of your child/pet. The best entry…

She was crowned winner of this year’s The Voice in what was dubbed the closest grand final in the history of the reality show. And now Diana Rouvas has her sights on competing on an even bigger stage. She’s joined the race to perform at the world’s wildly popular Eurovision Song Contest! Certainly, Diana is keeping her fingers crossed that she’ll have this opportunity. “It’s a big stage, that one,” says the Sydney-based singer-songwriter with a laugh. “If you get into Eurovision, it could really do some pretty special things for you. I’m excited and nervous. My new song ‘Can We Make Heaven’, which I wrote with Louis Schoorl, is an up-tempo one and the message is ‘Can we make light out of the darkness?’” Adds the 35-year-old: “The Voice…