Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 46, 2021 i New Idea

Australia lost an entertainment industry legend recently as Bert Newton took his final bow. Since news of his passing came to light, Bert’s family, friends and industry colleagues, along with the Australian public, have come out in full force to pay their respects. In this week’s issue, we’ve dedicated a tribute section to Bert – celebrating his career, family life and the legacy he leaves behind. As our team pulled this edition together, trawling through the archives brought about feelings of both joy and sadness – and we even uncovered some pearls from days gone by along the way, like these fabulous vintage New Idea issues with Bert as our cover star. Vale Bert Newton – a showbiz icon who may be gone, but will never be forgotten.…

After more than two months of separation, Karl Stefanovic has reunited with his wife, Jasmine, and their daughter, Harper. The family have been split across two states after Jasmine, 37, travelled with their 1-year-old daughter to Queensland. The pair made the trip to say their goodbyes to Jasmine’s 95-year-old grandmother, who sadly passed away just weeks after their arrival. Up until last week, the mother and daughter have remained on the Gold Coast with Jasmine’s family. Last week, a smiling Karl, 47, appeared content alongside his shoe designer wife and was also seen cuddling his young daughter during a stroll out in Sydney. The happy trio were also accompanied by their pet pooch, Chance.…

Fans will be devastated to hear that Back to the Rafters will not be renewed for another season. A spokesperson for Amazon Prime confirmed the news saying: “It was a well-rounded, six-part season and the final episode left the Rafters family in a happy space.” The beloved Aussie show made its TV return earlier this year, eight years after the Packed to the Rafters series finale. It included original cast members Rebecca Gibney, Erik Thomson and Hugh Sheridan.…

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge certainly turned on the charm offensive during their trip to Glasgow for the United Nations COP26 climate summit. They kicked off the event by paying a visit to the Scouts at Alexandra Park Sports Hub in Dennistoun, where they took part in activities that teach young people the skills to tackle climate change. The couple then got dolled up to host an evening reception for key members of the Sustainable Markets Initiative, as well as winners and finalists of the first Earthshot Prize Awards.…

Pippa Middleton and her hubby, James Matthews, were spotted in Austin, Texas for the US Grand Prix recently, and sources say all’s not well for the couple, who welcomed their second child in March. “They’re fighting over everything from bath times to pastimes, and it isn’t just down to sleepless nights with a new baby,” says a source. “James is a former racing pro and he insisted on going to the Formula One [F1] in the States for their first post-baby getaway, which she wasn’t exactly thrilled about given most of her posh friends are whisked off to lush places like Antigua or Bora Bora.” There’s whispers going around that the pair aren’t happy right now, and Pippa, 38, can’t help but compare herself to her siblings. “After all, her…

CAST SECRETS The only thing more star-studded than the Friends cast was the revolving door of guest stars. Our source says Matt is set to spill on all the big names, including Morgan Fairchild, who famously played his on-screen mum alongside actress Kathleen Turner. They might have played best friends on-screen, but an insider reveals the only thing Matt LeBlanc and Matthew Perry had in common were their names! “They rubbed each other the wrong way,” explains the source, who says the two often butted heads over who got to land the best jokes. SHOCK FEUDS LOVE TRIANGLES While Jennifer Aniston’s crush on Friends co-star David Schwimmer was public fodder, not many people knew Matthew was crushing hard on Jen during filming. “It was all very awkward,” tells the source,…

Having spent almost his entire life in the entertainment industry, the list of Bert’s friends reads like a who’s who of Aussie icons, with names like Molly Meldrum, Rhonda Burchmore and Red Symons among his treasured inner circle. Bert’s on-screen partnership with the late Graham Kennedy was legendary and, when the small-screen star passed in 2005, Bert revealed the two shared an intense bond that extended beyond the camera. “He was the king, and I was very happy for a long time to be his crown prince,” Bert told The Age. As for his other famous on-screen partnership with the late Don Lane, Bert previously reflected that Don not only  saved his career, but was also “my TV bestie”. Music industry legend Molly has previously described Bert as “a dear,…

he special bond between university student Sarah Sargent, 19, and her older brother Will, 20, has blossomed since discovering the pair are actually twins. The siblings, from Hobart, were conceived on the same day, at the same time through in-vitro fertilisation (IVF), from the same batch of embryos. But instead of being implanted at the same time, Sarah was “kept in the freezer” for a further 18 months. “It has really taken me up until a few months ago to properly accept it and I am still amazed by it to this day,” Sarah tells New Idea. “If anything, it has made us closer. I think there is something about having a twin that is really special.” Sarah explains that her parents had children via IVF. ‘WHEN DAD EXPLAINED THAT…

Affogato Biscoff Log Serves 8, Prep 30 mins 1 tblsp instant coffee granules 1 tblsp coffee flavoured liqueur 300ml tub thickened cream ¹/ ³ cup icing sugar mixture 2 x 250g tubs mascarpone ½ cup Biscoff Spread 36 Biscoff Biscuits (see Tip) 125g punnet raspberries Whipped thickened cream, extra raspberries and crushed Biscoff Biscuits, to decorate 1 Grease a large 14.5cm x 23cm x 9cm deep loaf pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending paper 5cm above pan edges. 2 Dissolve coffee in ½ cup boiling water. Stir in liqueur. Cool. 3 Beat cream, sugar and 2 tblsps coffee mixture in a small bowl of an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold in mascarpone and Biscoff Spread until combined. 4 To assemble, spread 1 cup of the…

THE NAKED MANI Summer is a time for bold fingertips, right? Before we dip into layers of colour, let’s get them in shape first. Along with nail art, the latest must-try trend is the ‘naked manicure’, which is designed to focus on nail health by treating them to much-needed TLC to get them in tip-top shape for lacquer. The process involves shaping, cuticle trimming, exfoliating, hydration and strengthening treatments, leaving a beautifully prepped blank canvas. They’ll be that perfect, you might skip nail colour altogether! WHERE: Jocelyn Petroni Naked Manicure, $70, jocelynpetroni.com CHILL OUT Celebs were quick to jump on the Cryo facial bandwagon for its anti-inflammatory, collagen-boosting benefits – and now we’re doing the same. This non-invasive facial involves exposing the face to short bursts of cold temperatures to…

You don’t need a massive garden space to enjoy homegrown produce or a fabulous display of flowers. Instead, you can turn an old timber crate (or two or three) into the best-ever easy-care container garden. Here’s what you need to know to get started. 1 GIVE IT A COAT To increase the life span of your timber crate, it’s a great idea to give it a coat or two of exterior paint or varnish. To do this, lightly sand all surfaces with fine-grit sandpaper and wipe away the dust. Choose a water-based paint or varnish product, then apply an even coat to the crate using a paintbrush. Let it dry, then apply a second coat for good measure. 2 LINE THE INSIDE Choose a durable plastic to line the inside…

Due to their beauty and symmetry, orchids have long been associated with love and perfection – and as a bonus, they’re also said to invite luck and abundance. Violet-coloured orchids are thought to be the most auspicious of all, especially when placed in the south-east corner of your garden or living room. To support business success, pop an orchid into the northern part of your home or office, or spice up your love-life by placing a pink or red-hued orchid in your home or bedroom’s southwest sector. Alternatively, if you want to win someone’s heart, give one as a gift!…

After ongoing medical complications, television icon Bert Newton sadly lost his life on October 30 at age 83. The presenter leaves behind his darling wife Patti, two children Matthew and Lauren, and six gorgeous grandchildren who Lauren shares with husband, Matt Welsh. It’s no doubt been an emotional week for Patti and her family – not least for her son Matthew, who the singer says isn’t making the trip from New York to Melbourne for his late father’s funeral. Speaking to New Idea, sources close to Matthew reveal that while Bert was in hospital in recent months due to an infection that prompted doctors to amputate his leg, the once-estranged father and son “managed to bury the hatchet”. “They became close again in Bert’s final months, which was a source…

Margot Robbie has set tongues wagging that she has a bun in the oven! The Aussie starlet and her husband of five years, Tom Ackerley, were recently spotted shopping for baby clothes in London. According to an onlooker, the pair visited several upmarket baby boutiques, before picking up a small cream teddy and other cute items of clothing. Just days later, the pair were spotted looking more loved-up than ever while enjoying a romantic dinner together in Italy. Margot has admitted in the past that she would love to be a mum and is hoping to have a large family in the future! “I want tons of children … I grew up in a family of four [kids], so that sounds like a good number,” she revealed previously, even insisting…

AUSTRALIA SIGHS WITH RELIEF AS THE CHILD RETURNS HOME Little Cleo Smith was missing for 18 days, and any hope that she would be found safely was waning. The story of the 4-year-old with the sunny smile and pigtails who vanished from her family’s tent on October 16 captured the nation but, while her mother Ellie and stepfather Jake Gliddon were being urged to stay strong, many were shaking their heads, assuming the worst. And then, a miracle. At 1am on November 3, Cleo was found alive and well. THE HEROES Armed with battering rams and a crowbar, officers broke down the door to the house where Cleo was being held. The moment she was found was captured on body cameras. One officer picked her up, another asked, “What’s your…

They say more money, more problems – but as most of this year’s contestants found out at last week’s explosive auction, that’s not always the case! Winners were certainly grinners, but it wasn’t just the Blockheads making serious bank this season. Last week, insiders at the Nine Network revealed The Block’s creators were in negotiations to sign the reality juggernaut on for another three years, taking the program to its 20th season. If the deal goes through, it will make The Block one of the country’s longest-running and most successful reality programs. Insiders tell New Idea the move is set to make “millionaires” out of the series’ production team. It also means good things for the show’s longstanding host, Scott Cam – who we’re told is signing on for the…

Bert and Patti Newton were an entertainment industry golden couple, with their marriage captivating Aussie hearts for almost 47 years. However, the origin of the showbiz couple’s relationship stems back even further, with the first signs of their enduring partnership in place from as early as their teenage years. ‘HAVING LOST HIS OWN FATHER AT AN EARLY AGE, BERT WAS A DEVOTED AND INVOLVED PARENT’ Bert first crossed paths with Patricia McGrath as child stars in the Melbourne radio scene. The natural performers had both been identified as future talent and were introduced via their on-air association. In a sign of things to come, the pair’s next career move mirrored one another, with both Bert and Patti accepting roles at Channel 7. At that stage, the association was friendly…

The first thing Susie Elelman noticed, sitting beside TV icon Bert Newton for the first time, was the sheer size and scope of that famous ‘Moonface’. It didn’t take too long, however, for her to realise there was good reason for Bert’s head being built to an epic scale. “Physically, it was absolutely enormous,” Susie laughingly recalls of their initial on-air meeting on Melbourne Cup Day in 1989. “We all know Bert was called Moonface forever – but even so, in person, his head came as a surprise! Now I know it had to be that huge to hold his incredible brain,” Susie explains to New Idea, revealing Bert’s mind was extraordinary. “He was also one of the most generous performers you could ever hope to work with. He was…

The year was 1943, the world was at war and Yvonne Engelman was a prisoner at the most  notorious concentration camp in history: Auschwitz. Now 94, Yvonne lives in Sydney and believes that it is her duty as a survivor to share her powerful story. “We need to teach people, especially the younger generations, about what hatred can do,” she tells New Idea exclusively. “Unfortunately, many people still haven’t learnt from history.” Yvonne was just a girl when World War II broke out. “I first started to notice changes in my home town in Czechoslovakia,” Yvonne recalls. “I wasn’t allowed to go to school, I had to wear the yellow Star of David and I couldn’t mix with any non-Jewish people.” Unbeknown to a young Yvonne, her life was going…

According to financial adviser Victoria Devine, when you pick your super fund, you actually pick a risk profile. “A risk profile is essentially how your money is going to be invested,” she explains in her book, She’s on the Money. “The default for most funds is a balanced or conservative profile. This means a large percentage of contributions will stay sitting in cash. While this is low risk, that money is not exposed to the share market and will not get the returns you might expect.” Whether you already have a super fund (or funds) or are still deciding on which one to go with, it’s worth checking what risk profile you’re invested in. These are Victoria’s top factors to consider. WHAT QUESTIONS TO ASK ● What type of risk…

SCORPIO OCT 24 – NOV 22 Forget the old proverb, Scorpio. Words can hurt, so think twice before lashing out at someone (that sting in your Scorpion tail can hurt). On the upside, this burst of celestial energy could leave you feeling fabulously organised, but with a social weekend ahead, don’t overdo it. Saturday’s stars look like fun, especially for lovebirds … and for the young at heart. LUCKY FLOWER: YELLOW ROSE SAGITTARIUS NOV 23 – DEC 21 What a dreamer you can be! Some might even say eccentric, but you’re simply following your heart. As summer approaches, you’ll be full of grand ideas. As a cosmic bonus, unexplored interests and talents could emerge. Keep your schedule light over the next few weeks and listen closely to your inner voice.…

CHEEKY TOT My daughter has just learnt how to say fox, and she is very excited about it. But the other day I got an urgent call from her preschool, who were worried that we had taught her a swear word – because when she yells it out, it sounds very much like another word. Oops! SARAH WALTERS, BRISBANE, QLD. MERE MALE An MM friend drove his ute and his wife drove their car to town, then they both got in the car to do their shopping.MM didn’t miss his ute until they got home, so he had to get a lift back to get it! ANGIE MOLINO, AYR, QLD. COUNTESS OF CLASS I was glad to read that Sophie Wessex may soon become a princess or duchess if her…

After finishing 2015’s Spectre, it seemed as though Daniel Craig was done with James Bond, infamously saying he would rather “slash his wrists” than make another 007 film. But, fast forward to the present and the British actor was enticed back to make one final film in the franchise, No Time To Die. “I felt like doing [the film] was a chance to wrap up loose ends and finish what we started 15 years ago … and I think we’ve done that,” Daniel told GQ. Picking up after the events of Spectre, James is enjoying a peaceful life in Jamaica after leaving active service. But, he’s quickly drawn back into action by his old CIA friend, Felix (Jeffrey Wright), who needs help rescuing a kidnapped scientist. In the 15 years…

The Queen recently pulled out of a string of important public engagements due to a spell of ill health, but one thing she won’t be going without is Christmas! Last week, royal sources revealed Her Majesty will indeed be pushing forward with her plans to host annual Christmas celebrations with her family at Sandringham next month. New Idea’s palace sources say the 95-year-old insists it’s the “highlight of her year – and it is more crucial than ever to have her family gather together”. Despite the sadness of losing her husband, Prince Philip, in April and having Prince Harry and Meghan leave the royal fold, nothing has dampened her spirits, insiders say – particularly due to the fact she has four new great-grandchildren to gush over: Lucas, August, Lilibet and…

Duchess Camilla is preparing to step up to a bigger role in the royal family after recent health issues have sidelined Queen Elizabeth. With the 95-year-old monarch’s doctors ordering her to take bed rest for a fortnight due to a mystery illness, palace insiders have revealed that plans are well underway for the Duchess of Cornwall to take on the lion’s share of Her Majesty’s duties. In recent years, Camilla, 74, has become more of a public figure and steadily increased her solo engagements. In fact, just last month Camilla held a reception for winners of The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition and will attend a reception for the Women of the World’s Shameless! Festival. Palace sources insist this has been part of a deliberate strategy in preparation for her future…

It’s the end of the road for Bronte Court in Hampton, with the truth surrounding The Block’s infamous cheating scandal finally surfacing. But despite a seemingly happy ending playing out on-screen, New Idea is told tension between the Blockheads is here to stay. It’s believed Ronnie’s recent appointment on Nine’s Celebrity Apprentice, due to air in 2022, managed to ruffle feathers with other contestants – but specifically Tanya and Vito. “Tanya perhaps thought she would be the one the network championed after this hellish season,” tells a source. “I don’t think many of the contestants felt Ronnie’s spot was fair casting, as he had already done [a season] of The Block.”…

Chicken Nicoise Salad Serves 4, Prep and Cook 50 mins 1kg kipfler potatoes, washed and scrubbed 2 tblsps olive oil 4 eggs, at room temperature 8 chicken tenderloins, (450g), trimmed 200g green beans, trimmed, halved diagonally 275g packet baby roma tomatoes, quartered ½ cup pitted kalamata olives, halved 1 cup fresh parsley leaves Bottled Honey & Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette 1 Toss potatoes in half the oil in a large roasting pan. Season with salt and pepper. 2 Cook in a hot oven (200C) for about 35 minutes, or until tender and golden brown. Remove. Stand at room temperature to cool slightly. Cut in half diagonally. 3 Meanwhile, place eggs in a medium saucepan. Cover with water. Bring to boil. Gently boil for 5 minutes. Drain. Refresh in a bowl of…

Arnott’s has introduced a new range of gluten-free biscuits that don’t compromise on taste and quality. Some of the classic favourites are included, such as Scotch Finger, Choc Ripple and Tiny Teddy. While Australia’s appetite for gluten-free treats continues to rise, many consumers have settled for second-rate snacks that don’t taste great. These three biscuits were developed to the existing delicious flavour and texture – the buttery crumble of Scotch Finger, the cocoa crunch of Choc Ripple, and the crunchy bite and real milk chocolate chips of Tiny Teddy. Available at Woolworths in the biscuit aisle. RRP $4.70.…

1 THEY TEACH EMPATHY Studies show children who are around pets feel more empathy for others from an early age. Kids learn to understand the feelings and needs of animals dependent on their owners. 2 THEY HELP KIDS LEARN Research has shown that little ones are also more relaxed around pets. One study monitored stress levels when children read in front of a peer, an adult, and a dog. They found kids were most relaxed around the pooch! 3 THEY STRENGTHEN FAMILY BONDS Focusing on pets can help families grow stronger ties. Whether it be a pet-friendly holiday or a group trip to the park, when a pooch is part of the pack, everyone benefits.…

With your kids all grown up, it may have seemed like the days of nappies and feeding times were over. But now that your children are having little ones of their own, you’ve found yourself in a new role. “It might be time for your kids to take the lead, but there’s still so much to offer as a grandparent,” holistic paediatrician, Dr Deb Levy, says. Here, Dr Levy shares tips she’s learnt over the years. WHEN SHOULD I HELP OUT? Although difficult, it’s important to find a balance between helping the new parents out and taking a step back. Resist the urge to give abundant, unsolicited advice and try to find a middle ground where you can complement rather than conquer. WHAT’S THE GO WITH ‘NATURAL’ PRODUCTS? As a…

READER Q&A Q Will I ever meet the love of my life? What will they look like and what is their personality like? MICHELLE, BRISBANE, QLD. A More than any other quality, your ideal partner needs to be big-hearted. The signs of Cancer or Taurus may feature in their horoscopes, and they could work in finance or in a caring profession, perhaps in a health or food-related field. Your perfect match is likely to share your passion for fitness, and you could meet them at a local gym or sporting club or through your work. Online dating might also bring up some interesting options, particularly through next autumn and winter. Summer looks surprisingly social for you (and yes, things could turn romantic), but if you’re still playing the dating game…

Failure doesn’t have to be a bad thing – it can often be a gift. That’s what nutritionist, author and podcast host, Lola Berry wants to remind people in her latest self-help book, Fearlessly Failing. Here, she tells New Idea all about it… The inspiration for my book came from… my podcast, Fearlessly Failing, where I interview successful people about their failures and bumps in the road, because that’s where I think we grow and learn the most. Readers will love this book because… sometimes we need a little ‘pick-me-up’ when we’re experiencing doubt or questioning ourselves. Look at me like your cheerleader and let me help you find your happy! When I have writer’s block… I usually eat some chocolate or have a martini, to be honest. Either of…