Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 22, 2021 i New Idea

The Danish royal family celebrated a monumental event over the weekend, as Princess Mary and Prince Frederik’s son finally had his confirmation. The event was postponed last year due to COVID-19. It feels like only yesterday that Prince Christian was a baby – and that our Mary became a first-time mum. Fast forward 15 years and the future heir has now been confirmed – and he’s even taller than his dad to boot! But I especially loved seeing how proud Mary looked of her teenage son during the ceremony. Head to page 22 to see all the beautiful and joyful pictures of the day from the royal family.…

After undergoing seven rounds of IVF, Jackie Gillies, star of The Real Housewives of Melbourne, and her husband Ben have confirmed they are pregnant with twins. Last week, 40-year-old Jackie debuted her baby bump on Instagram with the caption: “I’m having twins! It has been a bumpy IVF journey, but all worth it.” While it’s happy days for the couple, who married in 2010, it seems tensions between Jackie and her RHOM co-stars are still high after Chyka Keebaugh was her only castmate to publicly congratulate her on her news. At press time, Gina Liano, Lydia Schiavello, Janet Roach, Gamble Breaux and Susie McLean had yet to publicly pass on their well wishes.…

Steve Irwin’s niece Rebecca Lobie has slammed criticism about her potential plans to monetise her racy image via OnlyFans, a subscription-based online service that primarily features adult content and imagery. In response to a media article about her new endeavour, Rebecca posted in an Instagram Story: “And if I did, why this stigma around this platform? People should be allowed to express themselves how they feel like without the judgement of others.”…

Prince Harry’s latest media moves have yet again left the royals reeling – and led experts to question if he’ll ever cease attacking his heartbroken family. Just as the dust had finally settled on the bombshell interview Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, gave to Oprah Winfrey, the Duke of Sussex doubled down during an appearance on the Armchair Expert podcast with actor Dax Shepard. Harry, 36, spoke about the “pain and suffering” he experienced during his childhood and referenced a “cycle” of poor parenting within the royal family, one that he’s determined to break with his own children. The shock interview was closely followed up by the first look at Harry’s Apple TV+ series, The Me You Can’t See, co-produced with Oprah Winfrey. In a surprise move, the trailer…

The controversial fourth season of The Crown resulted in a popularity tumble for Prince Charles, who was painted as an emotionally stunted man who had been unhappy since his father, Prince Philip, sent him to Scottish boys’ boarding school Gordonstoun. And sources say that despite most of it being fictional, it caused Harry to see his dad in an entirely new light. In his podcast appearance, Harry says, “I never saw [my dad’s childhood suffering], I never knew about it, and then suddenly I started to piece it together and go, ‘OK, so this is where he went to school … I know this about his life, I also know that is connected to his parents, so that means he’s treating me the way he was treated.’” A source adds,…

She’s already a doting aunt to her younger sister Princess Eugenie’s son, August – and now Princess Beatrice is having a baby of her very own! Last week, the palace confirmed Bea and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, are expecting their first child together. According to the official statement, 32-year-old Beatrice is due sometime in the UK autumn. It’s believed that Beatrice informed her grandmother, the Queen, of the happy news just days before it was announced to the public. She was spotted driving on the grounds of Windsor, where the Queen currently is, with her mother, Sarah Ferguson, on May 15. “The Queen [is] delighted with the news,” read the statement. Royal expert Phil Dampier also tells New Idea it’s finally some good news for the Queen, following Prince…

Surrounded by candlelight as the sun set, former Home and Away star Christie Hayes married her soulmate, Justin Coombes-Pearce, in a romantic ceremony near Byron Bay, NSW on May 12. “We are still getting used to calling each other husband and wife,” Christie exclusively tells New Idea. “But we couldn’t be happier.” While the big day went off without a hitch, the lead-up didn’t go quite as smoothly. With the global pandemic forcing Christie, 34, and Justin, 47, to keep postponing their original dreams of marrying in Paris, they finally made the decision to elope. And, just three months later, the pair said their “I dos” at the French chateau-inspired estate, Deux Belettes, outside Byron Bay. “Once we decided we were eloping, we hit the ground running,” recalls Christie. “Working…

Kiruna Stamell will never forget the great, life-changing moment when she first stepped onto the set of Baz Luhrmann’s blockbuster, Moulin Rouge!. The movie musical, which premiered 20 years ago, was like stepping into another world, explains the award-winning Play School presenter, who has a rare form of dwarfism. Then 18, Kiruna was a university student when she enrolled as an extra on the multimillion-dollar musical extravaganza, shot at Sydney’s Fox Studios. But her vivacity, talent and extensive dance experience were immediately noticed, leading to a cameo role as La Petite Princesse. Overnight, Kiruna went from a face in the crowd to featured artist, working alongside Nicole Kidman, Ewan McGregor and Oscar winner, Jim Broadbent. “It was huge for me, really quite life-changing,” Kiruna tells New Idea. “I was…

When young schoolboy Gerard Ross headed to the shops in Rockingham, WA, to buy a comic, he tragically never made it to his destination. Someone kidnapped and murdered the boy, sparking one of the state’s biggest manhunts. Now, 23 years later, the person behind this heinous crime is still on the loose. Determined to catch Gerard’s killer, police recently announced a record $1 million reward to anyone who could help them with information. Had he not been murdered, Gerard – a sweet-natured, intelligent little boy – would have just celebrated his 34th birthday. Instead, his crushed parents Cyrese and Stewart continue to live with terrible grief without closure. At about 9.30am on Tuesday, October 14, 1997, 11-year-old Gerard and older brother Malcolm – on a family holiday in seaside Rockingham,…

Spinach and Ricotta Roll-Up Lasagne Pie Serves 6, Prep and Cook 1 hour, 20 mins 2 x 375g pkts fresh lasagne sheets 2 x 400g jars tomato pasta sauce 1 cup grated mozzarella ¼ cup shredded parmesan FILLING 1 tblsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 bunch English spinach (300g), trimmed, thinly shredded 750g fresh ricotta 1 cup shredded parmesan 1 Spray the base and side of a 22cm springform pan (base measures 21cm) with cooking oil. Place on an oven tray. 2 To make filling, heat oil in a›large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft. Add spinach. Cook, stirring, until just wilted. Transfer to a›bowl. Cool. Add ricotta and›parmesan. Season with salt and pepper.…

The much-loved Natural Confectionery Co. is bouncing with excitement and delighting all kombucha and lolly fans with the launch of the fi rst kombucha-inspired jelly lollies. With no artificial colours and flavours, these Aussie-made jellies, with their yummy liquid centre, contain kombucha extract with prebiotic fibre and 25 per cent less sugar than other jelly candies. With three mouth-watering flavours – Kombucha Original, Strawberry Hibiscus and Ginger Peach – embrace the kombucha trend today! Available from Woolworths, $4.…

Q HOW ARE OUR GUT AND SKIN CONNECTED? A The gut and skin are organs with important immune and neuroendocrine roles. Studies show that the intestinal bacteria produce neurotransmitters in response to stress that can regulate skin function. Q WHAT ARE GREAT SUPPLEMENTS TO HELP FROM THE INSIDE OUT? A Probiotics! Given the gut’s influence on inflammatory conditions, probiotics can help to modify the microbiome therapeutically. They can help with various skin conditions due to their antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and immune-supportive effects. You can generally see results from anywhere between two to eight weeks.…

1 PIVOTING DO: SIX REPS (EACH LEG) Take a boxing stance with your left foot forward, slightly bend your knees and shift your weight onto the balls of your feet. Pick up your left foot, shifting your weight onto your right foot. Pivot on the ball of your right foot to place your left foot about 45 degrees behind your right foot. Then pivot to return your left foot to the front. 2 JUMPING JACKS DO: 40 REPS Start with your feet slightly less than hip width apart, keeping your knees soft. Jump both feet out while raising your arms up above your head. Return to the starting position and repeat. Keep your core engaged and collarbone up as you go. 3 JABS DO: MULTIPLE REPS Take your legs out…

READER Q&A Q Can you see my daughter in a happy, loving and forever relationship? She is 50 and has been single for many years while giving all her time and herself to her children. It’s her time! HELEN, ALBANY, WA. A Your daughter looks like she’s entering quite an exciting, action-packed period. Life is likely to be full of opportunities for her, and being an assertive, independent person, she sets her standards high. With her Aquarius sun and dynamic Aries Mars, she knows what she wants and she’s not prepared to compromise. Late winter and November both look interesting romantically, but still, she may take some convincing! Q What sort of career can you see in my stars? I’m currently working in retail but I don’t see myself staying…

Things are certainly heating up in the MasterChef kitchen as the competition narrows down. Here, judge Jock Zonfrillo chats to New Idea about the series and all things food… me eat when I’m in restaurants! I’m not sure if they think I’m going to get a scorecard out to mark the dish. It’s even worse when Andy, Melissa and I are out together. My favourite thing about working with Melissa Leong and Andy Allen is… We all have a healthy desire to rib each other! We found our groove together quite naturally – we welcomed each other into our personal lives immediately and that felt like we were all in it together. One way the show has changed my life is that… I find a lot of people watching My…

When Brenton Balicki arrived at the Big Brother house, he instantly knew there was something special about housemate, Christina Podolyan. And  it didn’t take long before the two confessed that they had feelings for one another, after spending the night guarding the front door. “I knew she was stunning to look at from that first interaction, but once I realised she was also funny, emotionally intelligent and down to earth, it was impossible to stay away,” Brenton, 31, tells New Idea. This week the lovebirds are set to take their budding romance to the next level when they share a steamy kiss. But concerned their fellow housemates could see their relationship as a threat, Christina and Brenton choose to lock lips under the cover of darkness, while the others sleep.…

For the best part of a decade, Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer played on-screen lovers in  Friends, and New Idea hears the upcoming reunion special has seen the pair grow closer than ever! According to a source, while the actors were “not all that chummy” in the original Friends days, all that changed when Jen, 52, and David, 54, came back together to film the reunion this year. “They found they had a lot more in common now that so much time has passed, and could often be found alone together in their trailers catching up,” tells a spy. “The other cast members couldn’t help but notice this is the first time they’ve both been single at the same time in more than 20 years, and perhaps sparks were flying,”…

After much anticipation, a very familiar face has been named as the new Bachelorette, in a history-making move by Network Ten. Brooke Blurton, who sensationally quit Nick ‘The Honey Badger’ Cummins’ season of The Bachelor, will become the first Indigenous, and first openly bisexual person to take the title role. Both men and women will compete for Brooke’s final rose. “If it makes people feel uncomfortable in any way, I really challenge them to think about why it does,” Brooke, 26, declared of her sexuality. She added, “Times are more progressive and sexuality and gender expression are just so fluid these days. I am not too sure if Australia is ready for it. I hope they are. I certainly am.” The youth worker from WA, who also appeared on Bachelor…

Harry hasn’t held back when it comes to criticising his father, and while Prince Charles was initially hurt by his youngest son’s harsh words on Dax Shepard’s podcast, he’s now furious. Charles seemingly hit back at Harry by opting not to share a message on social media for the Sussexes’ three-year wedding anniversary on May 19. He previously played nice on social media, wishing Archie a happy birthday three weeks ago, but it appears that has all changed. “Charles knows how obsessed Harry and Meghan are with their social media presence, even if their strategy is not to have accounts of their own,” says a source. “Usually, the family would play nice and post congratulatory pictures for all the Sussexes’ milestones, but Charles is done with the niceties after Harry’s…

Just weeks after losing her husband, Prince Philip, the Queen has been dealt another devastating blow. One of the puppies gifted to her by Prince Andrew to keep her company has tragically died at only 5 months old. The 95-year-old monarch, who is still grieving the death of her husband, is said to be “devastated” by her latest loss. The dorgi – a dachshund and Welsh corgi mix – was named Fergus, after her maternal uncle Fergus Bowes-Lyon. His cause of death is unknown at this stage.…

She hasn’t been spotted in public since she was seen in South Africa in March, and now royal fans are wondering where Princess Charlene is. The Monaco royal did share an image of herself with husband Albert and children Jacques and Gabriella for Easter. However, since then, she has been absent from several major events. The 43-year-old, who is a fixture at the Monaco Grand Prix, was nowhere to be seen as Albert and their twins attended the annual event alone last week. She also failed to show up at an event she regularly attends during Fashion Week. But in a new twist, it appears that she may still be in her home country of South Africa. Last week, Charlene shared an Instagram post of herself with a rhino. The…

Despite baring her soul in her deeply personal new album, Delta Goodrem insists she’ll continue to keep her three-year relationship with boyfriend Matthew Copley strictly private. “I understand that people are interested, and I get it. I think that’s a lovely thing. But [keeping things private] feels right,” Delta revealed during an interview for her new album, Bridge Over Troubled Dreams last week. The 36-year-old singer added, “I got into this for music, and connection, and touching lives and having that shared experience [with fans],” noting that her private life would indeed be staying that way. But while she is doubling down on her refusal to speak about her love life, her body language is certainly chatting up a storm! Recently, Delta and her guitarist beau, who she first met…

Nearly 10 years have passed since Matthew Newton fled Australia for America, with the Looking for Alibrandi star vowing never to return amid tension within his own family. But now, as his 82-year-old dad, Bert, recovers from a leg amputation in an attempt to buy himself a few more years of life, the 44-year-old is being “pushed” to return to Melbourne and make peace. New Idea has learnt exclusively that Matt’s wife of three years, Catherine Schneiderman, 28, is “a driving force” behind getting him to go home. The journalism student is said to be growing increasingly frustrated by her actor husband’s refusal to mend fences with his ailing dad and elderly mum, Patti, 76. “Cat and Matt have been together for more than five years now, and she’s only…

As she prepares to celebrate her milestone 50th birthday this week, TV favourite Jo Beth Taylor tells New Idea she’s feeling amazingly upbeat and ready to tackle the next exciting chapter of her life. “I don’t fear that half-century mark at all. In fact, despite the craziness of the world, I’m feeling really good right now … better than ever,” she shares. “The one hitch is I do miss my son terribly.” Eighteen months ago, Jo Beth’s 20-year-old son, Christian, relocated to Austria to spend time with his dad, Jo Beth’s second husband, tennis champion Thomas Muster. “They were having some fabulous bonding time, then COVID-19 struck. Christian decided to stay put, learn German and get a job – all amazing life experience,” says Jo Beth. “But I miss him…

Like so many Aussies, Lyndon Quinlivan worked shifts. On May 24, 2018, he was up early to get to the local paper mill, where he’d worked for the past 15 years. The 35-year-old dad crept around getting ready, before softly kissing his wife, Jacci, goodbye while she stayed snuggled in bed. His children – Chris, then 10, and Mia, 8 – were sound asleep as their father left the house for what would be the last time. “It was just another day,” Jacci tells New Idea exclusively. “I was working, the kids were at school and we’d all be home together about 7pm when Lyndon finished his shift. We were very family oriented and did everything together. He was a hands-on dad and the children loved having him at home.”…

Banana and Passionfruit Pudding Serves 4, Prep and Cook 1 hour, 20 mins 75g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature ²/ ³ cup caster sugar 3 eggs, separated ²/ ³ cup over-ripe mashed banana ½ cup fresh passionfruit pulp 1 cup milk ¹/ ³ cup self-raising flour Icing sugar mixture, to decorate Vanilla ice-cream, to serve 1 Grease an ovenproof dish (7-cup capacity). Place in a large roasting pan. 2 Beat butter and sugar in a small bowl of an electric mixer until pale. Beat in yolks, one at a time, until combined. Add the banana and passionfruit. Beat until well combined. 3 Transfer mixture to a large bowl. Add milk and sifted flour. Stir until combined. 4 Beat egg whites in same clean bowl of electric mixer until soft…

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Intruder Mitch Giles’ impressive physique and extreme level of fitness has made him a huge physical threat in the competition. But that wasn’t always the case for the FIFO worker. When he was a young boy, Mitch, now 27, was bullied by his schoolmates for being the “chubby” kid. “I was always that chubby nerd, which made me target number one for bullies,” he says. “I loved sports and learning, but children can be horrible sometimes and it did affect me mentally. I pretty much hated how I looked and who I was, and it destroyed my confidence.” But after leaving school, Mitch began to go to the gym with his brother and, after seeing the results of his hard work, his confidence also grew. “Getting fit and in shape…

James Corden kicked off 2021 by embarking on a weight loss journey – and he’s already seeing some great results. The British comedian and US talk-show host was recently spotted out in California with a noticeably trimmer frame. Sources say he’s lost roughly 10kg in five months. In January, the father of three revealed he’d partnered with WW (formerly Weight Watchers) to overhaul his health, following years of failed diet attempts. James said he wanted to stop waking up tired, and no longer wanted to feel “embarrassed” when he chases after his kids, only to get out of breath after “three minutes”. In a recent radio interview, James revealed his light-bulb moment came when he realised “the notion of going on a diet is wrong.” “You’re not going on a…

Naomi Campbell surprised fans last week by revealing she secretly welcomed her first child – a little girl. The 50-year-old supermodel announced the happy news on Instagram, sharing a cute photo of her hands cradling her new daughter’s tiny feet. “A beautiful little blessing has chosen me to be her mother. So honoured to have this gentle soul in my life … there are no words to describe the lifelong bond that I now share with you my angel,” Naomi captioned the post. “There is no greater love.” Congratulations!…

Sunrise’s new look, which has seen presenter Natalie Barr step up as co-host, has impressed fans and executives alike. But it seems tensions between Nat and her predecessor, Samantha Armytage, are still bubbling away! Last week, Nat, 53, made a pointed swipe in an interview with TV Week, fuelling speculation the former co-workers didn’t always see eye to eye. “I think people get sick of people who work in TV complaining about the attention,” Nat remarked. It comes after Sam, 44, complained that she “never fully understood” the scrutiny directed at her while on-screen. Certainly, viewers will remember Sam often hit out at critics during her eight-year tenure on the breakfast show. Interestingly, a network insider exclusively tells New Idea that the two colleagues have grown apart since Sam sensationally…

Has the daughter of Delvene Delaney and John ‘Strop’ Cornell gotten hitched? Earlier this month, model and actress Liana Cornell shared a cryptic Instagram post, reflecting on a recent “special” birthday getaway with her fiancé, Dan Martinovich – and it’s led to speculation that the pair secretly tied the knot. Liana, the goddaughter of Paul Hogan, posted a series of romantic photos and videos featuring a picturesque lakeside hut and loads of candles. She even shared a selfie where she was wearing gorgeous, bridal-worthy makeup. In a lengthy caption, the 31-year-old revealed: “I’m in the deepest love I’ve ever experienced with the most incredible human being I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing.” In 2019, Liana hinted that a small wedding has always been her and Dan’s preference. “We’re thinking…

While Prince George, 7, has an affinity for the guitar and Prince Louis, 3, loves trucks, it appears their adulthoods are already being planned out. According to royal commentator Carmen Sandi, the Cambridge brothers will likely follow in the footsteps of their dad and grandfather by undertaking a stint in the British military. “Prince William joined the Army, Prince Charles joined the Navy and Prince Harry served in the Air Force,” Sandi told Express. “If you’re sensing a theme, you’d be absolutely right. Men in the royal family aren’t just encouraged to join the military, it’s expected of them. “They may not have to worry about that now, with George and Louis still being as young as they are but, eventually, this is something they will have to consider doing…

When one door closes, another opens... in Australia! Following the bombshell announcement that Ellen DeGeneres’ talk show will end in 2022 after 19 years on air, the embattled star is now reportedly quitting Hollywood altogether. With the tumultuous events of the past 12 months placing a strain on her marriage to Aussie actress Portia de Rossi, New Idea has learnt the pair are considering relocating to the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria for a much-needed fresh start. “There really is no choice in the matter … it’s Australia or bust for Portia and Ellen,” a long-time pal tells New Idea. “They’ve gone through the toughest couple of years ever and it’s nothing short of a miracle that they’re still together. “Ellen’s been like a hellcat since the big backlash started last…

Crown Princess Mary was every inch the proud mother as she and husband, Crown Prince Frederik, watched their son Prince Christian’s confirmation into the Church of Denmark last week. Dressed in a three-piece navy suit, 15-year-old Christian looked all grown up as he participated in the ceremony in the Royal Chapel of Fredensborg Palace. Christian’s siblings, Princess Isabella, 14, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine, both 10, joined him at the event, along with his grandmother, Queen Margrethe. Sadly, the pandemic meant Christian’s UK-based maternal grandfather, John Donaldson, could not attend. But Mary didn’t let that dampen the festivities, with an onlooker claiming she gushed: “Can you imagine that the little boy has become this huge man?”…

‘THE DAY JANINE WENT MISSING, I LOST PART OF MYSELF TOO AND I’VE NEVER BEEN THE SAME SINCE’ After spending more than 20 years trying to find out what happened to her sister, Janine Vaughan, Kylie Spelde is taking one of the nation’s most perplexing homicide investigations into her own hands. The mum of three will play the lead role in a documentary that re-examines the same question her family has been asking since December 7, 2001 – what happened to their beloved Janine? After an evening out clubbing in the NSW country town of Bathurst, Janine was last seen getting into a red car near a popular nightspot shortly before 4am. Despite three police strike forces, a coronial inquest, a Police Integrity Commission inquiry and a $1 million reward…

Chinese Chicken Pot Stickers Makes 15, Prep and Cook 45 mins 30 gow gee pastry wrappers (275g pkt) Soy sauce, thinly sliced red chilli and sliced green spring onion, to serve FILLING 500g chicken mince 2 green spring onions, finely chopped 1 tblsp soy sauce 2 tsps finely grated fresh ginger ¼ cup finely chopped water chestnuts 1 To make filling, combine all ingredients in a bowl. Mix well. 2 Place four wrappers on a clean board. Spoon 1 heaped tblsp filling into centre of each. Brush edges with water. Place another wrapper over top. Flatten slightly then press edges together to seal. 3 Lightly grease and preheat a›4-hole (¹/ ³ -cup capacity) pie maker. 4 Place four dumplings into pie-maker holes. Close lid. Cook for 7 to 8 minutes,…

THE BIG BANG Hot off the heels of Bangn Body’s cult body cream comes these new super-hydrating products to plump the face. The Beauty Treatment also doubles as a serum and moisturiser in one! Added bonus: the brand cares just as much about the environment as they do skin. “We aim to be a plastic-free brand that makes an impact,” says founder Priscilla Hajiantoni. “In line with this goal, we wanted to package both products in recyclable glass.” POWER PACKAGING As more clean beauty buys hit the shelves, it’s clear more brands are changing their approach in both their packaging and environmental stamp. High on the list of sustainability are those brands that allow you to reuse existing packaging or make it compostable, with extra points to those which use…

TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 Turning into a worry wart? If finances are creating tension, the next few weeks should be full of inventive ideas. Just remember that Mercury will be retrograding until June 22, so keep an open mind and be patient. Why not lift the mood by adding some colourful touches to your home? And if a friend wants to take you somewhere new, be adventurous and say yes. LUCKY SIGNS: GEMINI AND VIRGO GEMINI MAY 22 – JUN 21 With so much going on, keeping everyone happy may feel like an impossible task! Wednesday’s eclipse could bring things to a head, but it might also bring insights that lead to solutions. Let off some steam with a night out, or take a cosmic cue and head…

LOST LOVE While I was driving my 5-year-old grandson home, I heard him say, “I love you so much.” I lovingly told him I loved him very much too. He informed me that he wasn’t talking to me, he was talking to the stuffed animal he just got from McDonald’s! SANDRA MASKEY, DARRA, QLD. VALE PRINCE PHILIP I was greatly saddened to learn the passing of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, at age 99. A wonderful and charismatic man with a great sense of humour, his presence, quips and gaffes will be greatly missed by so many. It has been truly wonderful watching him serve alongside Queen Elizabeth II and bringing love to the lives of younger generations who will one day rise to the occasion…