Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 44, 2021 i New Idea

This year I’m more excited than ever about Halloween. After all we’ve been through lately, there’s never been a better time to embrace a celebration centred on indulging your silly side. It’s time to have a bit of fun! But being in lockdown doesn’t mean missing out on the excitement. There are plenty of ways to embrace the Halloween spirit at home – and this week’s issue has loads of indoor ideas. Whether you want to make spooky treats or decorations with the kids, or just want to read some scary stories, head over to our Halloween-packed features, starting on page 32. Me? I’ll be spending the night under a blanket watching scary movies. Happy Halloween! EDITOR…

Kelly Osbourne has checked back into a rehab facility in Austin, Texas as she continues to struggle with sobriety during the pandemic, according to US reports. The daughter of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne has battled ongoing drug and alcohol addiction issues throughout her life. It’s not the first sobriety setback Kelly, 36, has suffered since the pandemic began last year. In April 2021, the TV presenter admitted that she’d had her first slip-up in four years during lockdown, after being sober since 2017. During her confession, Kelly added that she was now “back on track”. At the time of going to press, Kelly’s representative did not confirm her most recent rehab stint.…

The word is out! Hollywood megastars Julia Roberts and George Clooney are rumoured to have arrived Down Under! New Idea understands that cameras are rolling on their hotly anticipated romantic comedy in the Whitsunday Islands, with the film’s production status switched from “pre-production” to “filming” on the Internet Movie Database. Sources reveal the film, Ticket to Paradise, has a highly secure set which was constructed to avoid the prying eyes of cameras and fans. The actors and real-life friends are set to play a divorced couple who journey to Bali to stop their daughter from getting hitched. It’s the first time George and Julia have worked together since the 2016 thriller Money Monster. While George, 60, and Julia, 53, will be busy filming, New Idea understands that George’s wife, Amal,…

After relocating to Miami, Florida earlier this year so David could work with his Inter Miami CF soccer league club, it seems the party city has left cracks in the Beckhams’ 22-year marriage. A source close to the family tells New Idea that Victoria has grown wary of leaving David alone in the city due to the attention he receives from female fans. “Miami girls are some of the most beautiful – and forward – in the world, and Posh has so much anxiety over David going on boys’ nights out to the clubs when she’s out of town, and partying with hundreds of girls who’d kill to get up close and personal with him,” says the source, adding, “She tends to stick close and prefers he is not…

Fan favourite Reggie Bird is set to make her return to the new season of Big Brother in 2022 – but despite the new $250,000 prize money on offer, the mother of two is being paid peanuts! An insider close to the 2003 series winner says Reggie was given a mere two days to agree to be part of the show, and was not offered an up-front payment but simply a $170 per day rate. It’s in stark contrast to Sam Burgess’ reported $250,000 sign-on fee for SAS Australia – and has left Reggie’s inner circle furious. “It seems she’s been taken for a ride,” says a source. “Her return to the Big Brother house was meant to signal better times. Here’s hoping she wins again!” THEY’RE BACK TOO! The…

Lynne McGranger has a lot to celebrate. Not only has she notched up an incredible 28 years playing Irene Roberts on Home and Away, but her new memoir, Acting Up, hits bookshops next month. Yet, the showbiz veteran tells New Idea there’s another milestone that she and long-term partner, Paul McWaters, are thrilled to be toasting even more than her own success – their daughter Clancy is getting married! “Clancy and her fiancé [Luke] just got engaged,” an excited Lynne, 68, gushes to New Idea. “He proposed to her in the afternoon at a picnic. Paul knew it was happening because he asked for Paul’s permission, but Clancy didn’t know and I didn’t know. It’s lovely. I am so excited for them!” But, with planning now underway for a wedding…

For Edward Baldock, October 20, 1989 began like any other Friday night – with a beer in hand. But it ended in a way the 47-year-old council worker could never have imagined. Edward spent the evening drinking and playing darts at the Caledonian Club in Brisbane. By the time the father of four decided to head home a little before midnight, he was happily tipsy. As he left the pub to look for a taxi, a green Holden Commodore pulled up and one of the four young women inside the car spoke to Edward, and he got inside. Around 5am, an early morning jogger found his bloodied, naked body on the banks of the Brisbane River. He’d been stabbed 27 times. Hours later, police arrested his killer – Tracey Wigginton,…

Americana Salad Serves 6, Prep 30 mins 1 small red onion, thinly sliced into rings ¹/³ cup red wine vinegar 1 tblsp caster sugar 1 baby cos, trimmed, torn 3 cups (250g) shredded red cabbage 2 carrots, peeled, coarsely shredded 200g punnet medley tomatoes, halved ½ cup pimento stuffed olives, halved ½ x 230g bag white corn tortilla strips, broken into pieces 2 avocados, chopped DRESSING ½ cup olive oil 1 cup fresh coriander leaves 1 Combine onion, vinegar and sugar in a bowl. Cover. Stand for 10 minutes. Strain onions over a jug, reserving liquid. 2 To make dressing, combine oil and coriander in a blender. Add reserved onion liquid. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. 3 Combine lettuce, cabbage, carrots, tomatoes, olives, tortilla strips and onions…

Rice, Quinoa and Chilli Jam Chicken Salad Serves 4, Prep 12 mins 250g packet microwaveable rice and quinoa blend 2 cups shredded roasted chicken meat (260g) 1 large Lebanese cucumber, halved lengthways, thinly sliced diagonally 200g punnet grape tomatoes, halved lengthways 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh coriander leaves and stems 180g packet mixed leaf baby leaves ½ cup roasted, unsalted peanuts ½ cup bottled Vietnamese salad dressing 2 tblsps chilli jam paste 1 Heat rice and quinoa blend according to packet directions. Transfer to a large bowl. Cool. 2 Add chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, coriander, salad leaves and peanuts to bowl. 3 Place dressing and chilli jam in a jug. Whisk well. 4 Just before serving, add dressing to salad. Toss to combine. TIP Try replacing chicken with drained canned tuna.…

Dealing with a teenager as they navigate their journey into establishing personal identity and independence can be a minefield. According to author and speaker Michelle Mitchell, parents regularly contact her to discuss their child’s shocking sense of entitlement. “On a bad day, they feel like they exist to meet their teenager’s every desire and whim, which is not a cool job description for any parent,” she explains. “On a good day, they are frustrated by their teen’s general disregard for time, money and other things in general.” While it’s easy to get up in arms about this kind of behaviour, it’s important to stop and see the world through their eyes for a minute. “They are a generation who aspire to the good life, as found in their news feeds…

In a mission to reduce landfill waste, Aussie brand Zero Co has created a range of planet-friendly home cleaning products. Their plant-based formulas are available in reusable ‘Forever Bottles’ along with refillable pouches made from ocean, beach and landfill waste. Taking the fuss out of being eco-friendly, once you’ve used up the product, simply send the pouch back in a reply paid envelope. Zero Co will then clean, refill and return it to you to use again!…

With McHappy Day around the corner, now is the perfect time to lend your support to a worthy cause. Ronald McDonald House Charities helps seriously ill and injured children and their families stay together while they are having surgery or treatment in hospital. There are 18 Ronald McDonald Houses nationally and the charity cares for more than 60,000 families each year. You can support this year’s McHappy Day fundraiser by buying a pair of Silly Socks for $5 or Helping Hands (starting from $2) from your local McDonald’s or via McDelivery. You can also make a donation at rmhc.org.au/give or by buying a Big Mac on Saturday, November 13, when $2 from every Big Mac sold will go to Ronald McDonald House Charities.…

READER Q&A Q Can you see me buying a home in the near future? I’ve saved a sizeable deposit, but house prices just keep going up! LAURA, MELBOURNE, VIC. A Yes, I can! A large purchase looks likely for you in February or March next year, so keep a close eye on the market. Even if it’s not in your perfect location, I think you’ll love it. Keep an open mind, broaden your search parameters and remember, good things come in small packages. Q My teenage son is considering a career in the defence force, possibly in the communications area. Does this look like a good move for him? JULIE, ROCKHAMPTON, QLD. A With his strong work ethic and his amazing eye for detail, your son would probably do well…

In Robert Irwin’s recent interview with Prince William about the Earthshot Prize, the royal was quick to heap praise on the late Steve Irwin’s son. “Honestly, I was a big fan of your dad, and I am so sorry,” said William. “It’s no surprise that you’re a fan of crocodiles as well. The family trait has continued into the next generation, I am sure. “He’d be very proud of you, Robert, and what you continued. Your passion is only second to his.”…

Tiny toddler hearts broke across the country last week when Yellow Wiggle Emma Watkins announced her departure from The Wiggles. The beloved performer, who has been a member of the group for over a decade, released a statement explaining that she’d decided to hang up the yellow skivvy to focus on completing her studies. “The pandemic has given me time to reflect on what is important in life,” read part of her statement. Emma went on to say that she plans to dedicate herself to her PhD, which incorporates her “passion for sign language, dance and film editing”. Emma, 32, concluded that she was “eternally grateful” to have been the first female Wiggle, and that the role “has given me so much joy and … memories that I will treasure…

Cher has sued the widow of her late ex-husband, Sonny Bono, over royalties to the songs created when the singer was part of the star duo Sonny & Cher. This includes hits such as ‘I Got You Babe’ and ‘The Beat Goes On’. Cher is claiming that Mary Bono, a trustee of the Bono  Collection Trust, has withheld royalties from her. The lawsuit states that Sonny and Cher agreed to share royalties from their music equally following their divorce in 1978, but Cher alleges that Mary is attempting to undo that agreement after she used “a wholly inapplicable statutory termination provision of the Copyright Act of 1976”. Mary Bono’s attorney said the family’s moves are within their rights and the law. According to reports Cher, 75, claims she has sustained…

Sarah ‘Fergie’ Ferguson was left red-faced after eldest daughter Princess Beatrice failed to show up for her recent 62nd birthday celebrations. Instead, it was only Princess Eugenie by her mum’s side as they enjoyed a dinner at London restaurant China Tang on October 14. “There was no reason why Beatrice couldn’t be there,” a source tells New Idea. While some pointed out that Bea did just welcome her first child, Sienna, our insider says that the princess has gone out on several occasions since giving birth. “It seems very telling that Bea would avoid such an important occasion.” Palace insiders suggest that behind closed doors, the three York women are struggling to see eye to eye over how to deal with the drama surrounding their dad and ex-husband, Prince Andrew.…

Sandra Bullock and her partner Bryan Randall are hoping to heat things up with a family holiday to Australia! A close insider reveals the family are hoping to join the Clooney and the Roberts clans for a few days after George and Julia finish filming. “Sandy and Bryan need this. After lockdown, freezing Canadian film sets and a couple of years in knits, Sandra wants to spend their family holidays somewhere warm,” says the source, who explains that with all of Sandra’s A-list buddies in one place at the same time, she’s “seriously considering George’s offer to join them for some fun at the Great Barrier Reef”. The insider says Sandra’s daughter Laila, 9, has always wanted to hold a koala and her son Louis, 11, has long been fascinated…

Not since she sensationally quit Today in 2017 has Lisa Wilkinson attracted so much press – and one thing is certain: her book, It Wasn’t Meant To Go Like This, is set to be a hit! Now sources tell New Idea there are already whispers it could soon be turned into a TV series. “It’s exactly the sort of story the likes of Netflix would want to turn into something,” says a source, who notes even Network 10 might look at picking up the rights to bring Lisa’s words to life. It wouldn’t be the first time either. Leslie Carpenter, a character in the ABC miniseries Paper Giants: The Birth of Cleo, was said to have been inspired by Lisa’s magazine career.…

Like most of Seven’s stable of retired reality juggernauts, My Kitchen Rules is making a comeback! While ratings plummeted in its final season in 2019, Seven has promised a refreshed new format – and a judging panel shake-up! While reports indicate former judge Manu Feildel won’t be returning, our network insiders say he can’t be ruled out. “He’s still an adored network talent. If he wants back in, they’ll have him,” tells a source. But it’s who will be standing next to him that has people talking. English cooking powerhouse Nigella Lawson is a frontrunner, as is MasterChef alum Hayden Quinn. While the likes of Nigella will likely cost Seven a pretty penny, New Idea hears “money is no object” when it comes to signing on the new presenters, who…

Dressed in head-to-toe black robes, Mara Carter lets her fingers hover over a steaming hot cauldron as she chants quietly and a black cat looks on ominously. Candles flicker, incense smokes and a spell book, filled with mystical symbols, is laid open in front of her to read from. It’s a scene that wouldn’t look out of place in a Harry Potter movie. But this isn’t a film. Mara is at her unassuming home in suburban Sydney – and she’s a real-life witch. “Witchcraft has given me the freedom to be who I want to be,” the 55-year-old tells New Idea. From the Wizard of Oz to The Craft, the black-caped, cackling witch has been a fixture in popular culture – and a subject of fascination and fear – for…

SHANE CHARTRES-ABBOTT When Shane Chartres-Abbott was shot and killed outside his home in Melbourne’s northern suburbs in June 2003, he had become known as the ‘vampire gigolo’. The 28-year-old sex worker, who charged as much as $300 an hour for his services, told clients he was an ancient vampire who drank blood to stay young. He was shot while leaving home to attend court, where he was accused of raping and biting a female client. BORIS KONDRASHIN Boris Kondrashin told police in Russia that he was a vampire and the devil had told him to kill his friend, cut up his body with a hacksaw and drink his blood. Kondrashin spent 10 years in a secure psychiatric unit after the killing in 1998. But on his release, he faked medical…

Hokey Pokey Caramilk Mousse Serves 6, Prep and Cook 30 mins 2 tsps powdered gelatine 170g block Caramilk Hokey Pokey chocolate, chopped ¾ cup creamy evaporated milk 2 egg whites, at room temperature ¼ cup caster sugar 300ml tub thickened cream, whipped Extra Caramilk Hokey Pokey chocolate, to decorate 1 To make mousse, sprinkle gelatine over 2 tblsps water in a small heatproof jug. Stand jug in a small saucepan of simmering water. Stir until gelatine is dissolved. Remove jug. 2 Melt chocolate with milk in a medium, heatproof bowl sitting over the pan of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove bowl. Stir in warm gelatine mixture. 3 Stand mixture, at room temperature, stirring occasionally for about 20 minutes, or until lukewarm. 4 Beat egg whites in a small bowl…

According to the ACCC, Australians have lost $2.5 million to pet scams just this year. Here are some things to be mindful of… SELLING FAKE PUPPIES With meeting face to face difficult during COVID, some scammers have posed as breeders, setting up professional-looking websites and advertising on places like Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree. They post puppy pics and ask for payment up-front, but there is actually no puppy. Not sure if they’re legit? Do a Google reverse image search of the pooch and ask them to send a video of a particular animal with a specific object, such as a yellow ball. BUYING FROM PUPPY MILLS Puppy farms are rampant, usually with one person looking after hundreds of dogs who are forced to have multiple litters a year. Be sure…

If you’re thinking about refinancing but not sure where to start, Brodie Haupt, co-founder and CEO of Australian digital payments platform, WLTH, shares the essentials to know. DETERMINE WHY It’s important to recognise the reasons you’re looking to refinance. Understanding what you want to achieve will help you ask the right questions and choose the best outcome. There are many reasons why people decide to refinance. Some of these may include (but aren’t limited to) a shift in a personal or financial situation, a better deal on their existing home loan agreement, lower interest rates and reduced fees, or more attractive payment terms and features. UNDERSTAND YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION Reflect on your current situation and determine if now is the right time to refinance your home loan. There can be…

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TENSE LUNCH DATE FOR TIM & ANNA They’re known for being the picture-perfect couple, but Tim Robards and Anna Heinrich appeared to be in the middle of a tiff as they headed to lunch in Sydney on October 16. The couple, who wed in 2018 after falling in love on the first season of The Bachelor, kept their distance as they waited for their car. The outing comes after Anna recently reunited with Tim and their 11-month-old daughter, Elle, after she wrapped filming the third season of SAS Australia. KOURTNEY KARDASHIAN ENGAGED! Kourtney Kardashian is finally tying the knot! Last week, the reality star’s boyfriend, Blink 182 drummer Travis Barker, proposed on the beach, surrounded by red roses and candles. Kourt later showed off her 15-carat diamond ring on Instagram.…

Is Shane Warne preparing to pull a Donald Trump and move into politics? Whispers are rife that the former international cricket player is considering a surprise career change, after recently appropriating a Trump political catchcry. Shane has previously voiced his disdain for the Victorian government’s rolling lockdowns over the past two years. With the end of Melbourne’s lockdown approaching, the 52-year-old has taken to Twitter to announce that he wants to rally people together to reinvigorate the city of Melbourne. “We were the most liveable city in the world and the sporting capital of the world too,” read part of the cricketer’s tweet. “I would love to help in anyway I can with a group of like-minded people to ‘make Melbourne great again!’”…

At any other time, a lavish party at Kensington Palace involving Princess Diana’s family and friends would be cause for dazzling pictures and headlines aplenty. However, last week, just such an event was held. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were joined by 100 guests at a reception for donors who helped fund a memorial statue of the late princess jointly commissioned by her sons – but barely a peep was made about it publicly. An insider tells New Idea that Prince Harry’s decision not to attend “put a damper on the event … it was downright awkward”. Harry, 37, and his wife Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, confirmed recently that they would not travel from their home in California to attend the soiree, sparking fevered chatter behind palace walls about…

Weddings are meant to be joyous occasions that bring families together. But for Brooklyn Beckham and his American heiress and actress fiancée, Nicola Peltz, their impending nuptials are causing some serious drama. New Idea can reveal that Nicola, who first started dating Brooklyn in October 2019, has ruffled feathers with her future mother-in-law, Victoria Beckham, by not jumping at the chance to wear one of the fashion designer’s coveted gowns on her big day. Sources claim the former Spice Girl, whose eponymous clothing label was launched in September 2008, has been working hard to produce a rack full of options for Nicola – but so far, the 26-year-old blonde beauty hasn’t committed to any of her offerings. “Posh has been incredibly generous with her time and efforts. She’s worked up…

It may be 50 years later, but Hey Hey It’s Saturday is still making waves! The show’s one-off anniversary special, which aired on Seven earlier this month, became the ratings winner of the evening, outperforming reality favourite The Block with 1.2m views. Sources close to host Daryl Somers confirm “there’s plenty more to come” – if only Seven will give him the green light! “Daryl is itching for a regular return and is happy to negotiate a new series,” says a source. “He’s the only person who can helm it and is determined to bring it back!” The insider also says Daryl is determined to make it happen, and happen fast.…

It’s a hotel with a dark past. Over the years the Cecil Hotel in downtown Los Angeles has harboured murderers and rapists. It’s been the scene of suicides and grisly killings, and holds the secrets to numerous strange and mysterious accidents. The hotel’s terrifying history has led some to believe it’s inhabited by evil, and others, more practically, to reason that its position in one of the most dangerous corners of the United States means crime is an inevitability. Two of the hotel’s most infamous residents include Richard Ramirez, known as the Night Stalker, and the Austrian serial killer, Jack Unterweger. Ramirez lived on the hotel’s 14th floor, while he terrorised surrounding neighbourhoods in the mid-1980s. Californians were terrified as the months rolled on and Ramirez, who often broke into…

Dracula Teeth Biscuits Makes 20, Prep and Cook 1 hour, 30 mins 150g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature ²/³ cup raw sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 egg 1¾ cups plain flour 1 tsp baking powder ½ cup milk choc bits 1 cup vanilla frosting Super Red food colouring gel 2 x 100g packets white mini baking marshmallows 2 tblsps slivered almonds, toasted 1 Grease and line two large oven trays with baking paper. 2 Beat butter, sugar and vanilla in small bowl of an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in egg until combined. Transfer to a large bowl. 3 Add sifted flour and baking powder. Stir until combined. Stir in choc bits. 4 Turn out onto a lightly floured bench. Bring together with your hands. Roll…

AUSSIE FAVE Skincare fanatics might have heard of Australian brand Alpha-H’s cult product, Liquid Gold, with the exfoliating elixir an obsession for many. If you haven’t, it’s included in their five piece sample kit. It’s the ideal way to see what all the fuss is about, while trialling the rest of the range, without the commitment of splurging on full-size products. NATURAL BEAUTY Potent natural ingredients combined with modern science is what makes Fresh such a popular brand for all things skin. Offering a sensorial experience too, it’s a true self-care find that’s worth trying. Their discovery set is the perfect introduction, as it includes CHEMIST FIND You don’t have to spend up big to start your skincare journey. This brightening set from natural brand Sukin is a great start…

Spring is a time for fresh beginnings, so if you’re thinking of setting a weight-loss or fitness goal, it’s the perfect opportunity. Seeking guidance from a professional is a great way to get started. “An exercise physiologist who specialises in helping people with aches and pains, or conditions such as osteoporosis, can soon help you achieve your fitness goals,” says exercise physiologist, Jacci Allanson. Try these simple ways to increase health and happiness. GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY Tending to the garden has multiple health benefits. Apart from the physical activity, it provides mental wellbeing by promoting a sense of achievement from completing a task. “Not only is plunging your hands into a messy job a terrific way to be more active in the sun, it’s also a clever way to…

SCORPIO OCT 24 – NOV 22 Look out world! These turbo-charged stars could propel you into top gear, but factor in plenty of downtime or you’ll run out of steam. Creative projects should rejuvenate your spirits this month, so why not work some magic on your home or garden? And if that travel bug is beginning to nip, start researching a shared getaway – or an overdue weekend of romance. LUCKY NUMBERS: 2, 12, 18, 25, 32, 42 SAGITTARIUS NOV 23 – DEC 21 It’s time to stop and smell the roses, perhaps literally. Late spring looks busy for you, but for now, focus on recharging those batteries – expand your mind, explore the countryside or touch base with people you love. As your need to nurture intensifies, a new…

This is my boy, Major! Major’s helping his dad get the car fixed so he can go to the park. ALLYSIA STANDRING, SWAN VIEW, WA. THREE’S A CROWD When I told my 7-year-old daughter, Lexi, that I was expecting our third child, she said, “You’ve got to be joking! Do you know how hard it is to raise three kids?” Well, she was right! SAMANTHA HADRICK, CARDIFF, NSW. I am a mature-age student, however, studying online due to COVID-19 can be a bit hard sometimes with my two cats, Bella and Bailey! ANGELIKA GUNTHER, MOUNT EVELYN, VIC. A PROUD FAN I wish to commend you on your wonderful article: ‘My life in 10 Pictures – April Rose Pengilly.’ It is great to see this bright, young woman making her way…

Jamie Lee Curtis has certainly made a name for herself as Hollywood’s reigning scream queen. But the actress admits she actually isn’t a fan of the slasher horror genre! “I am a pacifist. I don’t like horror films,” Jamie Lee confessed ahead of premiere of her latest film, Halloween Kills. “I don’t like anything scary. I cover my eyes and ears. I wanna have nothing to do with it. And yet … the last 10 minutes of [Halloween Kills] are a masterpiece.” The 12th film in the Halloween franchise, and a sequel to the 2018 reboot, Halloween Kills sees unstoppable killer Michael Myers escape from Laurie Strode’s trap, leaving a bloodbath in his wake. From her hospital bed, Laurie, who’s played by Jamie Lee, rallies Michael’s survivors to form a…