Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 3, 2023 i New Idea

We’re just days into 2023 and it’s already been a busy year for our favourite celebs, royals and sport stars. For the next few weeks you’ll find me either glued to my TV as Australia’s tennis season heats up (let’s go, Aussies … and Nadal, let’s go!), or reading Prince Harry’s highly anticipated memoir – cringing or crying. In between all of that though, I’ll be catching up with Home and Away lovebirds Sophie and Paddy, who invited us into their Sydney home to chat about their future, and also Luxury Escapes host Sophie Falkiner and her gorgeous family – all in this issue. Happy reading! Editor newidea@aremedia.com.au newidea.com.au @newideamagazine @newideamagazine…

New Sunrise reporter Mylee Hogan found herself in hot water last week just days into the job. Viewers were gobsmacked after Mylee joked that cricketer Glenn McGrath had died. It came during a segement about the TikTok fad that sees kids filming their parents’ reaction when they falsely tell them a celebrity has passed away. Co-hosts Mark Beretta and Edwina Bartholomew weren’t impressed either, with Eddy insisting: “That’s not funny.” Insiders say Mylee meant no malice and felt terrible afterwards.…

Laura Moran was just metres away when she saw two aircrafts collide in a fatal crash. “The noise was … I have never heard anything like it,” she recalled to the Today show. “It wasn’t a bang, it was like a whoosh that was almost like metal hitting metal. ‘The noise was … I have never heard anything like it’ “It sort of sent this wave through the parklands and the entire parklands went silent. Everyone just sort of looked up in shock.” It’s a moment she and countless others will remember forever. On January 2, two Sea World helicopters collided mid-flight at Main Beach on the Gold Coast. The crash occurred 200 to 300 metres in the air at around 2pm and claimed the lives of Sea World Helicopters…

The Golden Globes return this week after a controversial hiatus, but Tom Cruise is fuming over his award snub – and is placing the blame on his old foe, Brad Pitt! Despite Top Gun: Maverick being the biggest blockbuster of Tom’s career, the star was overlooked by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) for Best Actor in a Drama. They did however nominate Brad for Best Supporting Actor for his turn in the critically panned Babylon. Now, Tom’s crying foul. “It stinks that Brad seems to have milked his relationship with foreign journalists to get his own movie – which most consider to be inferior to Maverick – a ton of nods,” a source tells The National Enquirer. It’s understood that Tom’s rivalry with Brad, 59, goes back to the…

When Zara Tindall’s husband Mike revealed their eldest daughter Mia has a competitive streak, he sure wasn’t joking! Mia, who turns 9 on January 17, was spotted barracking hard for her favourite horse as the entire Tindall clan enjoyed a family day out at Cheltenham Racecourse. “Mia was loving it!” says an onlooker. “Her mum might be an Olympic equestrienne but Mia has clearly inherited her great-granny, the Queen’s, enthusiasm for horse racing. She was cheering hard, waving a betting slip around in the air.” Dressed in a cute cream coat, navy headband and matching purse, Mia was also seen reapplying her lip gloss before the big race began. Mike, 44, who shares younger daughter Lena, 4, and son Lucas, 1, with Zara, 41, recently admitted Mia “goes absolutely mad”…

HARRISON FORD & KE HUY QUAN Bringing a smile to Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom fans, Harrison warmly embraced Ke Huy at Disney’s D23 convention in September. Ke Huy, now 51, admits he feared Harrison, 80, wouldn’t “recognise” him as he “was a little kid” when they starred in the 1984 film. The opposite happened, with Ke Huy sharing that the first thing Harrison said to him was: “Are you Short Round?” Aww! JULIE ANDREWS & THE VON TRAPP KIDS Julie, 87, was delighted to see five of the seven child actors who played The Sound of Music’s Von Trapp children at her AFI Life Achievement Award ceremony in June. Cheering their on-screen mum on were Debbie Turner (Marta), Angela Cartwright (Brigitta), Nicholas Hammond (Friedrich), Kym Karath (Gretl)…

Cherry Coconut Hedgehog Slice MAKES 24 SQUARES PREP & COOK 20 MINS ■ 125g unsalted butter, chopped ■ ½ cup caster sugar ■ 1 tsp vanilla extract ■ 2 tblsps cocoa powder ■ 1 egg, lightly beaten ■ 250g packet Marie biscuits, roughly chopped ■ 100g packet red glace cherries, chopped ■ ²⁄³ cup desiccated coconut 1 Grease an 18cm x 28cm rectangular slice pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending paper 2cm above pan edges. 2 Place butter, sugar, vanilla and cocoa in a medium saucepan. Stir over a medium to low heat until butter is melted. Remove. Cool for 5 minutes. 3 Whisk in egg. Return saucepan to a low heat. Cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is thick and glossy. Transfer to a bowl. 4 Add…

Advice Sun-safe clothing options for summer SPF alone can’t always protect us from the scorching sun, so if you haven’t already look for apparel, headwear, and swimwear with UPF 50+ factor for peace of mind and comfort all day long. 3 of the best POLARIZED SUNGLASSES $249, Specsavers A splurge! $75, Quay PROTECT YOUR EYES WITH THESE SMART BUYS A steal! $49.95, Cancer Council…

Advice ADVICE YOU CAN TRUST TO KEEP YOUR FAMILY HAPPY Big muscles… do we like them or hate them? I guess it depends on what your ideal body shape is. Regardless, there is a misconception that strength training always equals masculine muscles. Adding in strength and resistance training to your exercise routine has many more benefits than creating definition. It improves your heart health, bone health, mood, reduces body fat, increases energy levels and metabolism, helps maintain flexibility and strength for movement, and improves cognitive function. Sadly, despite these benefits, just under 25 per cent of Aussies aged 18-64 are doing regular strength training. For me as a doctor, strength training equals prolonged body freedom! The old ‘use it or lose it’ statement resonates here. As we age, we stiffen…

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All booked up Your new “must-reads” makes summer that much more exciting. Even more wonderful is that early Christmas present with the Book of the Week Murder in Williamstown by Kerry Greenwood – Miss Phryne Fisher’s latest story. Here’s hoping Phryne’s new adventure comes to our TV screens. SUSAN YARROW SEYMOUR, TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN, QLD. When Morgan was young she would go hopping mad when she saw any rabbits or guinea pigs. This is her at age 6, she wanted to take this little rabbit home. JEFF TANTI, MELBOURNE, VIC. My Captain Coco is very cheeky and has lots of energy and a love for the beach. We live in the beautiful coastal town of Merimbula, so Coco gets to go to the beach three times a day. SHERRIE FLETCHER, MERIMBULA,…

For Turia Pitt, setting goals helped her survive the hardest days of her recovery, following the horrific grass fire in 2011 that left her with burns to 65 per cent of her body. Now, the inspirational mother of two is using her wisdom to encourage everyday Aussies to set themselves up for their own success this year via her new podcast, Turia Pitt: The First 30. For the first 30 days of the year, Turia will share her mindset tips and tools. “Starting the new year afresh is something that is drummed into us by society but we might not be able to keep up that intensity because we’re human beings,” Turia tells New Idea. “The process of following a habit and making that stick, there’s a bit…

“A LOT OF THAT MOVIE WAS ME JUST GOING NUTS!”Kate Hudson reflects on her iconic noughties rom-com, How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days. “I AM FEELING SO BLESSED, SO FORTUNATE.”Jane Fonda says her recent cancer diagnosis is in remission. “I WANT A REALLY DRAMATIC DEATH – LIKE A REALLY, INTENSE, GORY, EVERYONE’S CRYING DEATH.”Home and Away’s Jacqui Purvis wants her character, Flick, to go out with a bang! “MY WHOLE GENERATION WAS RUNNING AROUND NAKED AND DROPPING ACID … AND I WAS A NUN.”Sally Field reminisces about her infamous role as a flying nun in the late ’60s. “I’M SO THANKFUL THEY INHERITED THAT FROM ME!”Mariah Carey is happy her twins’ singing ability didn’t come from their dad, Nick Cannon.…

NEWS Carrie Bickmore is clearly loving life away from The Project desk. Just months after the 42-year-old signed off from her daily TV duties at Network Ten, the fit mum of three was spotted enjoying a day at the beach with her teenage son, Ollie, and adorable daughters Evie and Adelaide. Sporting a fluoro swimsuit, Carrie was having a ball building sandcastles and playing games on the water’s edge with her brood, while also showing off her fabulous figure. “I walk most days, I run and on the weekend I do a Pilates class,” Carrie previously told Women’s Health magazine. As for her diet, Carrie admits she sticks to a basic breakfast of muesli or porridge and follows that up with a wrap or sushi for lunch. Carrie left The…

Brad who? With her divorce firmly in the rear-view mirror, Angelina Jolie has been spotted enjoying coffee with hunky actor Paul Mescal in London. Eagle-eyed onlookers spied the pair deep in conversation at a cafe within the Almeida Theatre. Ange, 47, had just watched Paul, 26, take to the stage at the West End venue in A Streetcar Named Desire. Irish-born Paul is best known for his role in the 2020 TV series Normal People. Angelina reportedly watched the show and was “blown away” by him. “Ange wanted to see Paul in action, so she snuck into the theatre to watch him perform,” tells a source. After the show, Ange requested to meet Paul. While sources say it was primarily because she’s thinking of casting him in an…

Demi Moore is ecstatic her eldest daughter with ex Bruce Willis is making them first-time grandparents. Rumer, 34, has announced she and boyfriend, Derek Richard Thomas, are expecting, and a source tells us: “Demi might not be your typical bootie-knitting granny, but she has every intention of being an important part of this baby’s world.” Indeed, Demi, 60, already declared that she will be “entering my hot, kooky, unhinged granny era”, and says she can’t wait to meet Rumer’s “little nibblet”.…

Royals 1 A NOT-SO-RIGHT ROYAL REUNION Harry says King Charles and Prince William have “shown absolutely no willingness to reconcile” – but insiders say that’s utterly absurd. “We saw Harry involved in the Queen’s funeral. That seemed like an olive branch to most.” 2 PRINCESS OF WALES NOT SPARED Turning 41 the day before Spare’s release, the Princess of Wales was said to be “dreading” the book hitting shelves. And it seems she had every right to, as early reports say not even Kate comes out unscathed. “They were once so close Harry called Kate the sister he never had,” royal expert Phil Dampier tells New Idea. Another insider says Harry thinks Kate’s changed over the years, and believes some part of her must want out. 3 PRESSING HIS BUTTONS…

Local stars Following her shock divorce and a health scare that left her wondering if her wheel of good fortune had run out, Sophie Falkiner insists she’s never been happier, and is embracing this next chapter with her children, and a supportive new partner, by her side. Beaming with pride as she strolls along the stretch of golden beach near her home in Sydney with kids Bella, 17, and Jack, 14, in tow, it’s clear Sophie, 48, is extremely close with her look-alike progeny. “Jack is very sensitive, intuitive, caring and kind and Bella is hilarious, strong and people smart,” the popular TV personality tells New Idea as she ushers us into her stunning home post-walk. “She is her own woman – you don’t want to mess with her!” Sophie…

Crime When John Ramsey wakes each morning his first thought is of his murdered daughter, JonBenét. It was John who found the 6-year-old’s lifeless body in the basement of the family home in Boulder, Colorado on December 26, 1996. Duct tape was over her mouth and a cord wrapped around her neck. For John, his wife Patsy and their son Burke, life was never the same. John says time has stood still over the last two and a half decades. Since losing JonBenét, he no longer allows himself to feel carefree or happy. “I met a mother who lost a child, and she told me, ‘You know, I feel like I have a hole in my heart, and it won’t heal,’” John shared. “And it doesn’t, you don’t get over…

Raspberry Ice-Cream Bars MAKES 10 PREP 25 MINS RASPBERRY LAYER ■ 85g packet raspberry-flavoured jelly crystals ■ 2 cups (250g) frozen raspberries, thawed ■ ½ cup icing sugar mixture ICE-CREAM LAYER ■ 395g can sweetened condensed milk ■ 300ml tub thickened cream ■ 1 cup creamy vanilla yoghurt ■ 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 Lightly grease a large, straight-sided loaf pan (15cm x 23.5cm x 9cm deep). Line base and sides with baking paper. 2 To make raspberry layer, dissolve jelly crystals in ¾ cup boiling water in a heatproof jug. 3 Blend raspberries and icing sugar in a blender until smooth. Press through a sieve sitting over a large bowl. Discard seeds. Stir in jelly. Pour into prepared pan. Freeze for 1 hour and 30 minutes. 4 To make…

What are the must-haves for 2023? Pretty perfume With beauty brands becoming more eco-conscious, we love that this cult brand is following suit. Their first Chloé Rose Naturelle, was designed to have a lower impact on the environment formulated with 100 per cent natural-origin fragrance, alcohol and water, and now this more powerful EDP version packs more of a beautiful rose-scented punch. Chloé Rose Naturelle Intense EDP 50ml, $184, myer.com.au Hydration stations This in-salon and take-home treatment is a winner. Joining the Invisible Hydration Shampoo and Conditioner combo, Australia’s leading celebrity hair stylist and colourist, Jaye Edwards of EdwardsAndCo salons, has bottled his secret weapon for perfectly textured hair, making it easier than ever to recreate his iconic beachy waves at home. “This cream mask is great for finer locks…

How to style my garden for summer With warm days and sunny rays, there’s no better time of the year to be out and about in the garden than summer. So, it’s important to make your space as inviting yet functional as possible. Landscape horticulturist and interior designer, Adam Robinson, chats us through what’s currently trending in the world of garden design and easy ways to enhance your outdoor area. MAKE THE MOST OF SMALL SPACES “With the emerging trend for container and vertical gardens, even the smallest spaces can be transformed,” says Adam. “A considered selection of pots and plants can immediately recharge a balcony, garden or courtyard.” For added depth and character, Adam suggests arranging pots together in different shapes and sizes. “The idea is to play with…

Stars From January 9-15 Capricorn DEC 22 – JAN 20 It’s good news! Frustrations involving work or health should fade as Mars shifts gear. Lessons learned over recent months may have been tough, but they should prove invaluable. As the cosmos boosts your resolve, health kicks might stick … in fact, your newfound zest should amaze all. Lucky colour: Red Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 Exciting plans may be percolating, but for best results keep a lid on things until later next week. As your romance sector lights up, couples might rediscover a sense of fun, while on the dating scene, an unexpected suitor might emerge. If a local club has caught your eye, take a closer look! Lucky numbers: 2, 18, 24,…

Lily Allen It was all smiles as the singer made a splash with husband David Harbour in St Barts. Amy Schumer Mum duties never stop for Amy – even while on holiday in St Barts with son Gene. Naomi Watts It was a true blue reunion when Naomi caught up with Jonathan LaPaglia on a joint family holiday in the Caribbean. Abbie Chatfield From The Bachelor to Baywatch! The reality star dashed across a Byron Bay beach. Sam Wood Sam and wife Snez looked as happy as honeymooners while cooling off in Melbourne. Gwyneth Paltrow These apples don’t fall far from the maternal tree! Gwyn enjoyed family time in Barbados with her look-alike mum, Blythe Danner, and kids Apple and Moses. Matt Preston A gust of wind whipped up a…

The sporting world was rocked last week when tennis trailblazer Martina Navratilova announced she had been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer. “This double whammy is serious but still fixable,” the Czech-American former world number one revealed. Martina, 66, added that her cancer was in Stage 1. She discovered it in early November last year after first noticing an enlarged lymph node in her neck. Not long after the news broke, fellow and former players showered her with love and support. “Martina is brave as she is strong,” Billie Jean King shared on Twitter.…

NEWS Currently in Australia to kick off his Farewell Yellow Brick Road World Tour, Elton John is reportedly thinking of returning here for good in July, once he’s wrapped the concerts. Elton’s love affair with Australia began after his first visit to our shores in 1971. “This is a magnificent country,” he’s gushed. “I love it here so much.” In fact, we made such an impression on the superstar, that Elton, 75, chose Sydney as the location for his 1984 wedding to ex-wife Renate Blauel. His sons, Elijah, 9, and Zachary, 12, with husband David Furnish, 60, will likely be all for the big move, given Elton says: “My boys have absolutely fallen in love with Australia.”…

Chicken Souvlaki SERVES 6 PREP & COOK 30 MINS ■ 1.2kg chicken thigh fillets, trimmed ■ 12 x 25cm wooden skewers ■ Tzatziki, warm pita bread, chopped tomato and cucumber, to serve MARINADE ■ 2 tblsps olive oil ■ 2 tblsps lemon juice ■ 2 cloves garlic, crushed ■ 2 tsps dried oregano ■ 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 Cut chicken into 3cm pieces. 2 To make marinade, combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Add chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered for 1 hour. 3 Thread chicken onto skewers. 4 Heat an oiled, barbecue grill plate over a medium to high heat. Add skewers. Cook, turning occasionally, for about 10 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove. 5 Serve skewers with tzatziki, pita bread and…

Advice Evan Lucas TAKE CONTROL AND GET SMART WITH YOUR FINANCES Should you talk to a financial advisor? Some things that might help you to decide include: Are your finances getting ‘big’ on you? Are you comfortable with your current wealth journey? Are you financially where you want to be? If you are answering “no” to one or more of these, then you should consider talking to an advisor. A financial advisor is tasked with helping you close the gap between where your finances are today and where you want them to be. Your reason will be specific to you and your situation but no matter how big or small your financial goals and needs are, a good advisor is there to help you reach them. Many people struggle…

How can I dress up a living area? The right rug can bring together a room, add instant personality to your space and even work as a statement piece. But with so many options, how do we know what type of rug will work for which room? Shaye Ford, interior designer and stylist at Miss Amara, shares her tips on how to select and style a rug throughout your home. LIVING ROOM When styling a rug in the living room, consider lifestyle factors and size. If you’re looking for something soft and cosy, opt for a rug with a high pile that is super-plush underfoot. If you want a living room rug that is suitable for kids and pets, go for a washable, flatweave, or easy-care rug. As for finding…

Family destinations to please everyone Finding a holiday destination that keeps everyone happy can be tricky. From pleasing the little ones to fulfilling the foodie or satisfying the history buff, it’s rare everyone gets what they want. Cue a trip to Dubbo. Just a five-hour drive from Sydney, this regional city has it all when it comes to family-friendly fun. FOR THE ANIMAL LOVER If there’s one thing Dubbo is famous for, it’s Taronga Western Plains Zoo – and there’s a reason this attraction is such a hit with both big and little kids. Forget everything you know about your usual zoo, this next-level interactive experience sees you bike, golf buggy or drive around 300 hectares of bushland to encounter more than 500 animals, ranging from adorably playful meerkats to…

Q My husband died 14 years ago and my life has had many changes and heartache since then. Two years ago I was drawn to a new development outside of Sydney in a beautiful country area of NSW. I feel in my heart it is the right thing for me to do but then I get overwhelmed by the idea, as I know there will be no going back once I move. I’m hoping to make lovely new connections in a peaceful environment. I also worry about my gorgeous little cat and how he will settle. – TRISH A I can see the challenges you have experienced since your husband passed. He wants you to know that he is always by your side. I can see that he was someone…

TIM & ANNA It’s been 10 years since Australia’s first Bachie, Tim Robards, gave his final rose to Anna Heinrich. “It kind of makes me a bit teary because it’s so nice to think that when you do put yourself out of your comfort zone, good things can really happen,” Anna said. The pair have wed and welcomed daughter, Elle, 2. SAM & SNEZ Just six months after their 2015 season finale, Sam Wood popped the question to single mum Snezana Markoski. “When you know, you know,” Sam said. The couple, who wed in 2018, now have their dream family: Snez’s daughter Eve, 17, as well as their three girls Willow, 5, Charlie, 3, and 7-month-old Harper. MATTY J & LAURA After meeting in 2017, Matty Johnson proposed to Laura…

A FATAL CROSSING by Tom Hindle When an elderly man is found dead on The Endeavour, Scotland Yard inspector James Temple knows there’s more at play than him simply falling down stairs. But the ship’s officer Timothy Birch is ready to declare it a very tragic accident. OUT NOW THE ONE AND ONLY DOLLY JAMIESON by Lisa Ireland Jane is forced to confront her past when she meets Dolly, an elderly woman who visits the library daily to keep warm and eat the free biscuits. When Jane offers to help her new friend write a memoir, Dolly discovers there’s sadness in the younger woman’s eyes. OUT NOW LOVE, CLANCY by W. Bruce Cameron Clancy is a romantic who is not short of admirers. He also keeps a diary and navigates…