Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 32, 2021 i New Idea

Last year over Christmas, New Idea launched the Missing Kids Campaign – an initiative to reunite families with their lost or missing loved ones. Now, we’re continuing our efforts with a mid-year follow-up campaign. In association with the important work of the Leave A Light On Inc foundation, our hope is that by sharing these stories we can potentially reunite heartbroken families with their missing children, or simply help them find much-needed closure. Read more about the Missing Kids Campaign on page 36. And remember, if you have any information that could reunite a family with their missing loved one, please reach out to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit missingpersons. gov.au…

Since Prince Harry and Meghan Markle denounced palace life, it has become clear to royal watchers that almost everything the couple have said upon their exit were empty promises. On numerous occasions, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have appeared to go back on their word, or even contradicted themselves in some cases. Through it all, the Queen has remained dignified in her stoicism. Yet, her legendary patience is being tested by the latest Sussex bombshell. Indeed, it’s believed the 95-year-old monarch finally snapped last week, after she was informed her grandson is writing a memoir as part of a four-book deal. But the real kicker is a caveat that the second book isn’t to be published until after she dies! Although a Sussex spokesperson has denied the claims about…

Harry’s memoir will face stiff competition from an unauthorised biography about his wife, by one of the best royal authors in the game, Tom Bower. Sources note it’s an interesting coincidence Harry reportedly began penning his story around a year ago – around the same time it was revealed Meghan was getting “the Tom” treatment. “Tom is a fearsome writer with the ability to uncover absolutely anything – which Harry well knows, since his own father was one of his subjects,” says a source. “In a bestseller battle, Harry may well lose against someone as credible – and brutal – as Tom.” Meanwhile, Omid Scobie, author of semi-unofficial biography, Finding Freedom, will publish a new edition later this year. It will be updated with insider information about the birth of…

SOPHIE’S LOVE ISLAND PRESSURE After a two-year hiatus, Love Island Australia is coming back with Sophie Monk as host. But insiders say Sophie is “feeling the pressure from overhead” to make the controversial dating show work, especially following her recent success with Beauty and the Geek. “Nine are taking a huge gamble bringing it back,” tells an insider. Interestingly, casting the show could prove difficult without the appeal of an international destination. The show has previously filmed in Mallorca, Spain, and Fiji, but the 2021 instalment is set to film in Port Douglas, Queensland, due to travel restrictions. In a possible indication of the dire circumstances, producers have taken to dating app Tinder to recruit contestants. CHASE SHOCKER LARRY’S MILLION-DOLLAR DEAL! Andrew O’Keefe’s…

Lauren Huxley considers herself one very lucky lady. The 34-year-old works in a job she adores, has a family she treasures, and hopes to one day marry and have children of her own. What’s more, Lauren refuses to dwell on the past or question why she almost lost her life in a random attack of extreme violence 16 years ago. In fact, she is so positive, bubbly and content, it’s hard to believe she has endured more pain than most people do in their entire lifetime. “I don’t remember anything about what happened to me that day,” Lauren tells New Idea exclusively. “I appreciate the simple things in life every day, like my family and friends, and just being able to walk, talk, eat and have vision. And I’ve never…

Raspberry White Chocolate Brownie Serves 15, Prep and Cook 1 hour, 15 mins 200g dark cooking chocolate, chopped 125g unsalted butter, chopped 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar 3 eggs ¹/ ³ cup cocoa powder ½ cup plain flour ¼ cup self-raising flour 180g block white cooking chocolate, coarsely chopped 1½ cups frozen raspberries 1 Grease an 18cm x 28cm rectangular slice pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending paper 2cm above pan edges. 2 Combine dark chocolate and butter in a large heatproof bowl. Sit bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir until melted and smooth. Remove. Cool slightly. Whisk in sugar, then eggs. 3 Sift combined cocoa powder and flours over chocolate mixture. Stir until smooth. Fold in white chocolate and raspberries. Spoon into pan.…

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ASK FOR USEFUL ADDED EXTRAS Do you really need paint protection and rust proofing? You don’t if it’s a new car, where it’s already done on the production line. Don’t fall for useless added extras. According to choice. com.au, the added extras you should consider include a GPS, floor mats and a full-size spare tyre. Consider mentioning these when making your final purchase. DON’T FALL FOR SHINY AND NEW Want new but can’t afford it? Consider a used car that is ‘as new’. According to the NRMA, new cars typically lose around 30 per cent of their value in the first three years. Some lose more than this, while other popular models (private sales, not fleet models) often lose less. As a result, it’s possible to save a lot of…

READER Q&A Q My son refuses to stop playing video games when I ask, and has been getting angry when I insist. He has just turned 12. My husband isn’t around much as he works remotely, and when he is home, he doesn’t think it’s such a big deal. MARY, GLADSTONE, QLD. A Mary, you are not alone! Gaming is a nightmare for so many parents, and the situation is being exacerbated by your husband’s lack of support. Finding outdoor activities may be one of the keys, particularly if his dad is involved. Have they tried camping and hiking? Or could they get a boat or kayaks? With his Mars and Mercury both in Leo, your son should respond well to challenging physical activities and a strong male influence. He…

1 ‘Smelly Cat’ was the hilarious song penned by which character in Friends? A) Monica Geller B) Rachel Green C) Janice Hosenstein D) Phoebe Buffay 2 Which of these anthems was The Spice Girls’ debut number-one single? A) ‘Viva Forever’ B) ‘Stop’ C) ‘2 Become 1’ D) ‘Wannabe’ 3 Aussie crime series Halifax f.p. follows a forensic psychiatrist, played by Rebecca Gibney. What was the character’s name? A) Janet Halifax B) Jane Halifax C) Janine Halifax D) Jean Halifax 4 Brenda Walsh, Donna Martin and Kelly Taylor frequented which popular hangout in Beverly Hills, 90210? A) The Peach Pit B) The Beach Pit C) The Party Pit D) The 90210 Pit 5 Darren Hayes and Daniel Jones formed which Aussie pop duo? A) Savage Beast B) Savage Garden C)…

After four seasons and plenty of laughs, Celia Pacquola and Luke McGregor have come together for one last season of the hugely successful comedy series, Rosehaven. Season 5 will once again follow the exploits of friends and unlikely real estate agents, Daniel (Luke) and Emma (Celia) as they navigate their personal and professional lives. “I will miss this show so much, but at the same time I’m proud of what we’ve made and glad that we are able to finish it the way we wanted to,” Celia tells New Idea. Luke assures Rosehaven fans they are in for a treat. “I mean, knowing this season was the last one, we tried to give every one of our regular/recurring characters a moment,” he says. “It’s not quite an Avengers: Endgame level…

Hair today, gone tomorrow! Nicole Kidman is known for the many wigs she wears in her movies – from the ’80s perm in Lion to the platinum bob in Paddington. Now, she’s added yet another one to her collection! The Aussie star is filming the anthology series, Roar, in Sydney alongside Judy Davis and showed off her character’s pixie crop on Instagram. It suits you, Nic!…

LILY GOLDENBLATT It seems Lily (Cathy Ang) has inherited her mum’s sense of style. Charlotte and Harry’s eldest daughter matches her mum perfectly in a white floral dress. BRADY HOBBES We’d remember that mop of red hair anywhere! Brady (Niall Cunningham) has shot up and now towers over his mum, Miranda. ROSE GOLDENBLATT Rose (Alexa Swinton) appears to have an edgier style than her mum, opting for an eclectic ensemble. Could Rose be the rebel in the family?…

There’s nothing Fifi Box loves more than being a mum. One look at the popular radio host’s social media and it’s clear to see just how much joy her two adorable daughters, Trixie and Daisy, bring her. Now, sources tell New Idea that the 44-year-old could be welcoming a third child! “Fifi has got so much love to give,” reveals an insider. “Any child would be so lucky to have her as their mum.” Whether it will be another little lady joining their girl gang or her first son, the insider believes Fifi would be happy either way. “She’s such a girls’ mum though. Trixie and Daisy are both very girly girls – they love princesses and sparkles and tutus and horses, and anything pink!” continues the source. “Still, it…

With two TV Week Logie Awards and a fan base that could rival any boy band, Dieter Brummer was one of Australia’s biggest soap stars. Sadly, on July 24, the Home and Away icon passed away at just 45 years old. While local police found the actor’s body at his Glenhaven home in Sydney, his death is not believed to be suspicious. Starring opposite Melissa George, Dieter became a household name portraying Summer Bay’s Shane Parrish. His marriage to Melissa’s Angel was hot fodder on- and off-screen in the ’90s. But despite his popularity and sex-symbol status, Dieter’s good friend and former co-star, Ross Newton, who played Greg Marshall on Home and Away, tells New Idea the late heart-throb was more unassuming than fans realised. “He was really just…

Jennifer Aniston’s wayward brother has been imprisoned twice for repeated drink-driving offences, New Idea can exclusively reveal. Alex Aniston, known as ‘AJ’, has been in trouble with the law since 2010 while living in Santa Cruz. After a few minor traffic infractions, on July 17, 2014, he was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. He was convicted and, nearly a month later, sentenced to three days in jail and five years’ probation. Nine months later, on April 28, 2015, AJ was arrested again on a DUI charge. Due to the prior conviction, the charge was more serious. That October, he was sentenced to 90 days in jail and given five years’ probation until October 2020. During this time, AJ’s personal life was also starting to unravel. The 32-year-old…

At first glance, 11-year-old Virsaviya Borun-Goncharova looks just like any other energetic pre-teen. She loves to sing and play with her little brother, Ervin. But behind her love of life and vibrant smile, Virsaviya is living with a rare condition that affects just one in a million. Diagnosed at birth with an extremely rare disorder called Pentalogy of Cantrell, Virsaviya’s rib cage and abdominal muscles did not form properly when she was in the womb, which led to her heart developing at the surface of the skin outside of her chest. Virsaviya was also found to suffer from a hole in her heart, which means she struggles when her oxygen levels drop and she gets light-headed and dizzy. She has to be incredibly careful to avoid any type of contact…

Bacon, Chive and Cheese Strata Pots Serves 4, Prep and Cook 50 mins 3 bacon rashers (185g), trimmed, chopped 200g loaf pane di casa, cut into 2cm pieces 1 cup grated Tasty cheese ¼ cup chopped fresh chives 4 eggs 2 cups milk 2 tsps Dijon mustard 1 medium tomato, deseeded, finely chopped 1 Spray four ovenproof mugs (1¼-cup capacity) with cooking oil. Place on an oven tray. 2 Heat a medium non-stick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add bacon. Cook, stirring, for about 3 minutes, or until lightly browned. Transfer to a large bowl. Add bread, cheese and chives. Toss to combine. 3 Whisk together eggs, milk and mustard in a medium bowl. Add to bread mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well. Divide mixture…

Air Fryer Doughnut Crisps with Fudge Sauce Serves 4-6, Prep and Cook 10 mins 6 cinnamon doughnuts 280g pkt marshmallows ¼ cup cocoa powder ¼ cup milk Vanilla ice-cream, to serve 1 Using a serrated knife, cut each doughnut horizontally into thin slices (about 5 mm). 2 Pull out air fryer pan and basket. Arrange half the doughnut slices, slightly overlapping, in basket. Slide pan and basket back into air fryer. Set temperature to 190C. Set timer and cook for 3 minutes or until doughnut slices are golden and crisp. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Repeat with remaining doughnut slices. 3 To make fudge sauce, place marshmallows in a large microwave-safe bowl. Sift over cocoa. Stir in milk. Microwave on High (100%), stirring every 30 seconds, for about…

Whether it’s listening to podcasts or streaming your favourite music, many of us are using headphones more than ever before. And while experts say you shouldn’t listen to volumes of over 85 dB for more than eight hours a day, it can be hard to judge what’s safe – especially if there’s lots of noise around you. A good solution is to use noise-cancelling headphones, which will block out distracting environmental sounds so you won’t be tempted to turn up the volume. JBL TUNE 600BTNC Wireless On-Ear Headphones with Active Noise Cancelling, $99, jbhifi.com.au…

Lisa Wilkinson has found herself in a surprising feud with Khloé Kardashian. The Project co-host has accused the reality star of stealing one of her Italian holiday photos and passing it off as her own on Instagram. A fan informed Lisa, 61, that Khloé, 37, had seemingly posted a story featuring Lisa’s picture of a fruit stand overlooking Positano. Lisa later confirmed it was her uncredited photo. It’s believed that Khloé most likely found Lisa’s picturesque image via Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop Instagram account, which had also shared the photo months earlier. Interestingly, the Goop account had requested Lisa’s permission and credited her for the photo – unlike Khloé.…

It’s been 10 years since the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge tied the knot, but Sarah ‘Fergie’ Ferguson is still talking about not getting an invite. “I didn’t think I was probably worthy to go to their wedding,” Fergie told Town & Country, referring to the scandal that saw her busted for offering to sell access to ex-husband, Prince Andrew, just a year earlier. But in what could be seen as an attempt to get her revenge for the snub, Fergie offered to dish on the royals and consult on the fourth season of The Crown. Fergie reportedly wrote to the executive producer, Andy Harries, offering her insider input. “I said to him, ‘Why can’t I help my character?’” she revealed.…

The announcement of Prince Harry’s literary betrayal has sent shockwaves throughout the royal family. So, it comes as no surprise that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge wanted to get out of dodge! The couple have reportedly taken their three children, Prince George, 8, Princess Charlotte, 6, and Prince Louis, 3, to the Scilly Isles off the coast of Cornwall for a much-needed break from all the drama back at the palace. The family are believed to be staying at Dolphin House, where they can enjoy the stunning private grounds and explore the nearby beaches. It is expected that the family will later head to Balmoral where they will join the Queen, who has already commenced her annual summer vacation at the Scottish residence.…

Fifi couldn’t contain her excitement when she revealed her “new baby” on Instagram earlier this month. The TV presenter announced she is starting a new chapter, quite literally, by releasing her first children’s picture book, Minty Mae Gray and the Strangely Good Day. “I’m so excited,” Fifi captioned the post, which unveiled the special project’s adorable cover. “This is Minty Mae Gray and I’m so happy she’s coming to life. I wrote this story as the mum of two girls growing up in an image/appearance-obsessed world,” Fifi explained, adding: “I want them to celebrate their uniqueness and always look at themselves in the mirror with love.” The book will be released on October 13, and fans are already pre-ordering their copies. “What a great message for little ones,” commented one…

To a generation of Australians, John Cornell will forever be known as loveable larrikin ‘Strop’ from The Paul Hogan Show. Yet, to those who knew and loved him, Strop was just one of many faces that the brilliant star, who passed away on July 23 aged 80, showed the world. “He was nothing like the character of Strop,” recalls actress Karen Pini, who together with John’s wife, Delvene Delaney, played a sex bomb opposite mumbling, bumbling Strop on The Paul Hogan Show in the ’80s. “He was a good man with an eye for good ideas, who loved to write. John was a great man, fair and honest. The show was a sign of the times – the humour, the fashions and the personalities,” Karen, now 63, explains. ‘JOHN WAS…

Her romantic reconciliation with ex-husband, Brad Pitt, may have hit a snag, but Jen isn’t letting that derail her pursuit of love. Sources have revealed the Friends star has been going on dates with Halle Berry’s ex, Gabriel Aubry. With his chiselled looks and sandy blond hair, the 44-year-old model, who shares daughter Nahla, 13, with Halle, bears a striking resemblance to Brad! “Jen is so happy to be having fun again, but she’s doing things differently this time around,” a source said. “Gabriel is great for her. He’s a laid-back and sensitive guy.”…

For the loved ones of missing children, time brings no comfort. It doesn’t matter if their kids have been gone for days, weeks, months or even years, the all-consuming sense of sorrow and grief never fades. The pain of not knowing where a child is or if they will ever come home alive and safe is an unfathomable heartache no family should endure. This is why, late last year, New Idea launched its Missing Kids Campaign and teamed up with Leave A Light On Inc to reunite families with their lost loved ones. The charity was founded by Suzie Ratcliffe, whose 11-year-old sister, Joanne, was snatched from Adelaide Oval in 1973. Now, with National Missing Persons Week coming up from August 4 to 10, we’re more passionate about our plight…

Massaman Lamb Shank Curry Serves 4-6, Prep and Cook 3 hours, 45 mins 6 lamb shanks (2.5kg) 2 brown onions, thinly sliced ½ cup massaman curry paste 2 x 270ml cans coconut milk 1 large beef stock cube, crumbled 800g brushed potatoes, peeled, cut into 5cm pieces 2 tblsps fish sauce 1 tblsp lime juice Cooked jasmine rice, green beans, lime wedges and fresh coriander sprigs, to serve 1 Heat an oiled large flameproof casserole dish (24-cup capacity) over a medium to high heat. Add lamb shanks in two batches. Cook for about 5 minutes, turning regularly, or until browned all over. Remove. 2 Add onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, over a medium heat for 5 minutes, or until softened. Add curry paste and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Return lamb…

GREAT HAIR DAYS From the gym to work and on to a night out, the latest launch from ghd has you covered. It might be exxy, but this light, cordless (yep, no more bulky cords!) styler means you can touch up your ‘do anywhere you go. Charge it at home for maximum convenience or pack its USB-C cable to power up while you’re out. You can throw this in your handbag with its heat-resistant carry case – oh, and it’s also travel-sized, flight-friendly and airport security-safe – great for when we can finally go travelling again. PINK POWER We know it’s winter and your legs are hidden under jeans, but that’s no excuse to neglect them. This new 100 per cent natural pink clay mask is a four-in-one beauty treatment…

LEO JUL 24 – AUG 23 Let the overhaul begin! Start by tossing anything old or frumpy, then invest in some stylish new clothes (and a good cut and colour!). Exciting doors may be swinging open, but you’ll need to look the part. As Mars stimulates your cash zone, an urge to declutter and a talent for selling might emerge – the perfect combo for turning your trash into treasure. LUCKY COLOUR: GOLD VIRGO AUG 24 – SEP 23 If you’re looking for answers, you’re in luck. For some, the trigger to a long-term problem will finally be uncovered, while for others, a friend or loved one might finally open up. Habits and exercise regimes formed over this dynamic period might really stick, so make them good ones. With Mars…

GREEDY GUTS 8-year-old John enjoyed a piece of his aunty Joan’s pavlova. When asked what he would like to say to Aunty Joan, thinking he would have something nice to say, he replied, “Tell her to make another one!” EDNA DAVIE, GLENORCHY, TAS. 4-year-old Christo with his Shetland pony named Jimmy. TANYA GALWEY, BERRIMA, NSW. Jock caught sleeping on the job! BEV FUHRI, WILLIAMS, WA. Our cat, Tigger, is extra-ordinary! EVLYNE FARES, OAK PARK, VIC. AMAZING GRACE It was lovely to see the photos of the Irwin family enjoying a happy day out with Bindi and Chandler’s adorable little baby girl, Grace. Little Grace may be just a baby Warrior right now, but I know that one day, this little girl will get to hear so many wonderful and exciting…

BOOK LINDA McCARTNEY’S FAMILY KITCHEN The late Linda McCartney blazed the trail for meat-free eating. Now, her husband, Paul, and daughters, Stella and Mary, share her most-loved recipes and family stories in this plant-based cookbook. OUT NOW FILM THE SUICIDE SQUAD Supervillains Harley Quinn, Bloodsport and Peacemaker, and a group of misfit cons, join the secretive Task Force X. Dropped on a remote island, they trek through the jungle on a dangerous search-and-destroy mission. OUT THURSDAY PODCAST THE TRIALS OF FRANK CARSON From the team who brought us Dirty John, comes another gripping true-crime podcast. Frank Carson was a successful California lawyer. But, when a thief goes missing, the police launch a massive investigation into Frank. AVAILABLE NOW…

Brad Pitt might be down, but he’s not chucking in the towel as his custody battle with Angelina Jolie continues to rage through the LA judicial system. Just a few days before the actor was to begin 50-50 custody of his five youngest kids, Angelina’s lawyers made a successful appeal to get the judge disqualified from the case. “Brad’s absolutely crushed because it means the whole custody and financial negotiations have to start all over again with a new judge,” says an insider. “Of course he’s going to appeal.” Last May, Judge John Ouderkirk granted Brad joint custody of Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Vivienne and Knox. But, on July 23, a California appeals court disqualified Ouderkirk because he failed to “sufficiently disclose” prior “relationships” with Brad’s attorneys. “This is…

Love is in the air for Anna Faris, after she secretly eloped with fiancé, Michael Barrett. During a recent episode of her podcast, Anna Faris is Unqualified, the actress revealed the happy news, explaining: “It was awesome. It was great.” While Anna kept tight-lipped on the details, she added: “It was at a local courthouse up in Washington state.” The Mom star was previously married to actors Ben Indra and Chris Pratt, with whom she shares son Jack, 8.…