Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 27, 2024 i New Idea

There’s clearly no bad blood between Nicole Richie and Hilary Duff – despite the fact the former child star previously dated Nicole’s husband, Joel Madden! Nicole, 42, and Hilary, 36, were recently spotted together in West Hollywood, on their way to watch Hilary’s own husband, Matthew Koma, play a gig with his band Winnetka Bowling League. “They were sharing some laughs and even held hands at one point,” said an onlooker. Hilary dated Joel, 45, for two-and-a-half years, from 2004 until 2006. Their relationship was seen as somewhat controversial, as they have an almost 10-year age gap. The Good Charlotte frontman then went on to marry Nicole in 2010. Despite the relationship history, Hilary confirmed in a recent interview that she and Nicole are quite close – both personally and…

Samantha Armytage is feeling like a brand-new person after getting “a total hip replacement” due to severe osteoarthritis. “New hip, new me, no worries,” Sam, 47, gleefully wrote in an Instagram post while sharing photos of her rehabilitation. The Farmer Wants A Wife host explained that an active childhood and a skiing accident 30 years earlier had taken a toll on her right hip and worn “all the cartilage out”. She also that joked she was now “truly bionic”. “I’m so proud of how strong my body is and how well I’ve healed,” Sam added. In her post, Sam thanked the “wonderful” staff at Sydney’s St Vincent’s Hospital. She added that “lots of ice packs” and “a lil’ bit of Endone” also aided her recovery.…

The dust is settling following one of the most brutal weeks in Australian media history, which saw hundreds of employees at the Nine Network getting their marching orders. Now, New Idea can reveal the cull has left Today host Karl Stefanovic shaken. “Karl is a softie at heart and hates seeing so many good, hardworking people being kicked to the kerb,” our source shares. ‘He’s not even sure if TV is for him anymore’ MISSING DADDY But he also has personal reasons for feeling unsettled. Karl has made no secret of his deep desire to scale things back professionally, to spend more time at home with wife Jasmine, 40, and their four-year-old daughter Harper, before she starts primary school. With his 50th birthday right around the corner, Karl, says our…

Former MasterChef judge Matt Preston stepped out last week with current judge Sofia Levin – giving fans some food for thought as to why they might be meeting up! “It was a bit surprising to see them together,” an onlooker told New Idea. “They seemed to be deep in conversation though.” Our TV insider thinks their meet up could be more than just social. “Matt is an incredibly popular TV talent – and so knowledgeable about food – as is Sofia,” they explain. “They could well be pitching to work on their own show together, especially if next year’s MasterChefjudging panel is yet to be finalised.” Matt, 62, departed the show in 2019 after 11 seasons.…

Britons are feeling the sting financially at the moment, but that hasn’t stopped King Charles from flogging his newly launched honey for a whopping $50 a pot! The monarch’s organic Highgrove Royal Estate Honey has been described as being “ideal for toast and breakfast treats”. It also has a “distinctive lime flavour”. The honey is produced from pollen collected by bees that live in hives on the royal estate. Each hive has a unique design and took almost a year to construct by hand. Even so, the hefty price tag saw Charles, 75, being dubbed “a rip-off merchant” by some. It comes after Charles received tips from fellow beekeeper David Beckham, who is an ambassador for The King’s Foundation. “It was inspiring to hear from the King about the work…

Edinburgh’s University of St Andrews was famously the backdrop for the Prince and Princess of Wales’ fairytale romance. Now it appears their cousin, Lady Louise Windsor, has also found love in the Scottish institution’s hallowed halls. The 20-year-old daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh is thought to be dating fellow student Felix da Silva-Clamp. The pair were seen together during the horse trials in Sandringham last week, where Louise was competing. At one point, she took Felix for a spin in her carriage, with Hello! reporting they were “very comfortable together”. “They went for a couple of walks together in between her two events as well – they are clearly very close,” an onlooker told the publication. While Louise and Felix met in Scotland, he also has strong…

Only in New Idea Mike Goldman and his wife, Bianca Zouppas, are still in awe of the gorgeous baby boy quietly nestled in their arms. Having spent years trying to start a family, and suffering one heartbreaking miscarriage, they finally from severe endometri welcomed their “little man” ‘We’re finding our groove now’ Jagger in May, and it’s been nothing but bliss ever since. “Yes, it’s 100 per cent a miracle,” former Big Brother narrator Mike tells New Idea. “There’s still part of me that can’t believe it’s happened.” Mike, 51, had all but given up on his dream to be a dad until he fell in love with actress Bianca. They met in 2016 and quietly tied the knot in 2019. Due to COVID they had to wait another three…

Black Forest Cake SERVES 8-10 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 40 MINS ■ 200g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature ■ ¾ cup caster sugar ■ 2 tsps vanilla bean paste ■ 3 eggs, at room temperature ■ ½ cup milk ■ 1⅓ cups self-raising flour ■ ⅓ cup cocoa powder ■ 300ml tub thickened cream ■ ¼ cup icing sugar mixture ■ 670g jar morello cherries ■ Dark chocolate curls and extra cocoa powder, to decorate 1 Grease a 20cm round cake pan. Line base and side with baking paper, extending paper 2cm above pan edge. 2 Beat butter, caster sugar and vanilla in a small bowl of an electric mixer until fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until combined. Transfer to a large bowl. 3 Stir…

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1 In what city will the 2024 Tour de France finish? A) Paris B) Lyon C) Nice D) Monaco 2 Which Bridgerton actor is set to star in the upcoming film adaptation of Wicked? A) Jonathan Bailey B) Luke Newton C) Regé-Jean Page D) Ben Miller 3 How many convicts were sent to Australia in the 19th century? A) 1,000,000 B) 20,000 C) 500,000 D) 160,000 4 What is King Charles’ favourite flower? A) Lily B) Delphinium C) Magnolia D) Geranium 5 What is the main ingredient in baba ganoush? A) Zucchini B) Eggplant C) Chickpeas D) Capsicum 6 What instrument does Miles Teller play in the 2014 film Whiplash? A) Guitar B) Violin C) Drums D) Trumpet 7 Which planet is named after the Roman god of the sea?…

Could there be two ‘royal’ weddings on the horizon? It sure looks like it! Emma Corrin and Elizabeth Debicki, who both portrayed Princess Diana in The Crown, have sparked buzz they’ll be walking down the aisle with their respective partners. Last week, Emma was seen wearing a delicate gold band on their ring finger while bike riding around London with their boyfriend, Bohemian Rhapsody’s Rami Malek. Emma, 28, and Rami, 43, have been dating for almost a year. They are rumoured to have recently moved into a $7.5 million North London house together. An insider told The Sun just last month that, “This relationship feels like forever. Their friends have said they wouldn’t be surprised if Rami proposed soon.” Meanwhile, it’s also thought that Elizabeth, who succeeded Emma as Diana,…

Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron’s steamy Netflix movie, A Family Affair, has failed to resonate with critics – and New Idea hears the actress’ husband Keith Urban is “secretly thrilled” about it! The age-gap rom-com sees Nicole, 57, and Zac, 36, reuniting following their 2012 movie, The Paperboy. Zac plays a Hollywood action star having an illicit romance with his assistant’s widowed mother (Nicole). In a recent promotional interview, both stars remarked their on-screen chemistry “history” helped them during filming of A Family Affair. “I feel incredibly trusting of Zac,” Nicole admitted, while Zac added, “We both feel safe, and we take care of each other.” The pair’s chemistry was also on display when Nicole was photographed leaning on Zac’s shoulder as he tenderly touched her arm at the film’s…

Casey Donovan can’t stop smiling now that her girlfriend, Renee Sharples, has popped the question. The singer and actress announced her happy engagement news via Instagram, showing off her stunning diamond ring in the process. Now, New Idea has learnt that Casey, 36, is already thinking about her big day – and she doesn’t have plans for anything too over the top! “Casey wants to have an intimate, low-key wedding, with her closest friends and family on hand to celebrate,” our source says. “She’s definitely not going to turn into a bridezilla.” Casey and Renee met via dating app Bumble in 2020.…

NAT THAIPUN According to betting site Sportsbet, Melbourne barista Nat is the hot favourite to have her name etched onto the MasterChef trophy. The 28- year old Thai specialist has aced challenges on the show this year. SPOILER ALERT! HARRY BUTTERFIELD Being this season’s resident seafood guru was the goal for the 29-year-old commercial property worker from Brisbane. Sportsbet odds suggest he could also land himself the $250,000 winner’s prize money. JOSH PERRY The Tassie butcher has stepped up big time to the MasterChef stage. And even when he’s faced the fire, the 43-year-old has hung in there with his wholesome cooks. Odds currently have Josh sitting in third place.…

Harry has found himself in the middle of fresh controversy, after ESPN announced he was getting the Pat Tillman Award for his work with the Invictus Games at this year’s ESPY Awards. The honour is named after former NFL player Pat, who lost his life in the armed forces. It is given to an individual who has used their connection to sport to positively impact others in the US. But members of the public have called on the sports network to rethink their decision. It comes after Pat’s grieving mother Mary Tillman also questioned Harry’s suitability. “There are recipients that are far more fitting,” she told the Daily Mail, ESPN are standing by their choice, saying, “the Invictus Games Foundation does incredible work and ESPN believes this is a cause…

Tom Cruise has a new mission on his hands that he hopes isn’t impossible – wooing Gillian Anderson! It comes after the pair were spotted watching Coldplay perform at the 2024 Glastonbury Festival in the UK. New Idea is told Tom, 61, “only had eyes” for the The X Files actress as they danced together during Coldplay’s epic set. The action star is said to be “very taken” with Gillian, 55, and reportedly made sure they’d swapped numbers by the end of the night. Even though Tom asked for Gillian’s contact details to talk about potentially working together on a future project, our source believes he’s eager to see if there’s anything more there. Tom is newly single after ending his brief romance with Russian socialite Elsina Khayrova. Meanwhile, Gillian…

Sweet and Sour Pork Belly SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 45 MINS ■ 1½ tblsps cornflour ■ ½ tsp Chinese five-spice powder ■ 700g pork belly rashers, cut into 4cm pieces ■ 2 tblsps light soy sauce ■ 432g can pineapple chunks in juice ■ 1 medium red capsicum, cut into 2cm pieces ■ 1 large carrot, halved lengthways, thickly sliced on the diagonal ■ 1 red onion, cut into thin wedges ■ Steamed rice and sliced green spring onions, to serve SAUCE ■ ¼ cup tomato sauce ■ 2 tblsps apple cider vinegar ■ 2 tblsps brown sugar 1 Combine 1 tblsp cornflour with five-spice powder in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Place pork in a large bowl. Add half the soy sauce. Toss to combine.…

Creamy Chicken and Corn Shepherd’s Pie SERVES 6-8 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR ■ 1kg chicken thigh fillets, trimmed, cut into 4cm pieces ■ ¼ cup plain flour ■ 2 leeks, halved, thinly sliced ■ 3 cloves garlic, crushed ■ 1 cup pure cream ■ ½ cup chicken stock ■ 1 tblsp Dijon mustard ■ 1 cup grated Tasty cheese TOPPING ■ 1 kg potatoes, peeled, cut into 4cm pieces ■ 2 x 125g cans creamed corn 1 Lightly grease a large, rectangular ovenproof dish (14-cup capacity, 19cm x 29cm x 7.5cm deep). 2 Toss chicken and flour seasoned with salt and pepper in a large bowl. 3 Heat an oiled, large, nonstick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add chicken in 2 batches. Cook, turning occasionally,…

Painted jug and glass All you need is specialist glass paint and away you go. When it comes to motifs, wildflowers and foliage are always winners, but I’m also perennially attracted to simple swirls, Matisse shapes and lemons, cherries and strawberries. Use super-fine brushes for details and nice soft bristles for shapes such as leaves and sweeping strokes. WHAT YOU NEED ■ Cheap as chips plain glasses and jug ■ Microfibre cloth ■ Specialist glass paint ■ Paintbrushes, fine for details, broader for strokes ■ Oven INSTRUCTIONS 1 Clean the glasses and jug then use a microfibre cloth to dry them to ensure they are free of lint. 2 Paint your chosen pattern directly onto the glass. 3 Following your paint instructions, bake in the oven somewhere around 150C for…

Kerri-Anne Kennerley is being encouraged by her nearest and dearest to think about the possibility of opening her heart up once again. “We’ve all gently suggested it’s time to think about love and what that could look like, and she certainly hasn’t shut the door on finding love again,” one close friend confirms to New Idea. “But is it a priority? No.” Kerri-Anne, 70, tragically lost her soulmate and husband, John, in February 2019. Three years earlier, John was left paralysed and wheelchair-bound after falling from a balcony. The TV presenter has previously said she drew heavily on her “resilience” in the aftermath of her devastating loss. “She’s a beautiful, successful, independent woman who is living a great life,” adds the insider. “That said, she also has moments of loneliness…

The pain in Angela Cox’s voice is palpable as she reflects on the final moments she shared with her beloved mother Larelle. “I didn’t get my proper goodbye,” she reveals. “But I think Mum didn’t need to say it … she felt all that love because there isn’t a more real way to love someone than to care for them. “I shared those moments with her – and as awful as it was – there’s something quite beautiful in that.” For 7News presenter Angela, caring for her mum throughout her four-year battle with cancer was bittersweet. On May 13, 2023, Larelle passed away peacefully, aged 71, in a palliative care home, surrounded by her three children and son-in-law Trent – her carers. Subscribers got a sneak peek of this story…

When Network 10 execs announced that MasterChef Australia would return for its 16th season with four judges, eyebrows were raised. “Few shows have that many, because it doesn’t allow much time for viewers to get to know each individual judge on-air,” an informed TV insider told New Idea at the time. Despite returning favourite Andy Allen, and new judges Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin and Jean-Christophe Novelli, proving to be popular with the show’s fans, some have noticed that one of them has almost become a bit part player. “I love Jean-Christophe, but I feel the contestants attention to him,” one commented online. Another chimed in to claim that “for some reason”, producers and editors seem to be “minimising” the French chef ’s screen time. Our TV insider agrees the…

The Duke of Sussex has happily spilled the beans on his sibling spat with the Prince of Wales – at least, when he could control the narrative. Pot shots aimed at Prince William in both Prince Harry’s book, Spare, and a Netflix special included hints at tense texts between them, but Harry never went as far as revealing their contents. Now, in a civil court case against UK tabloid newspaper The Sun over phone hacking, Harry has been rapped on the knuckles by a judge for allegedly “deliberately” deleting text messages between 2021 and 2023. It’s understood that the messages in question are between Harry and Spare’s ghostwriter J.R. Moehringer. But there is speculation those missing texts could hold the key to what really went down between the brothers. Our…

With Wimbledon in full swing, royal watchers are hoping the Princess of Wales will attend a match. However, in light of her cancer treatment, reports claim Kate’s appearance will boil down to having her doctor agree she is well enough to attend. The All England Club hasn’t ruled out the possibility of Kate, 42, presenting trophies to the champions though, with club chair Debbie Jevans saying they are remaining “flexible”. “We’re hopeful that the Princess of Wales will be able to present the trophies as the Club’s patron, but her health and recovery is the priority,” she said in a statement.…

REESE WITHERSPOON It looks like someone’s having a wheely great time in Sweden and Denmark. DUA LIPA The food the pop star enjoyed on her French holiday had her levitating. Bon appétit! HEIDI KLUM Hands up if you’re enjoying a model mini-break in Sardinia this year? RUSSELL CROWE When in Rome … this ex-Gladiator likes to scoot around to see the sights of the Italian capital! JACKIE O The radio star found a bar with her name on it while in Mykonos! JENNIFER LOPEZ Her love don’t cost a thing, but J.Lo’s solo vacay in Italy sure looks like it does! GOLDIE HAWN The actress said being in Greece with her granddaughter Rio was “the greatest gift”. How lovely! AMAL & GEORGE CLOONEY Romance was on the menu as the…

Life is sadly imitating art for Oscar-nominated actress Gena Rowlands. The Hollywood veteran has Alzheimer’s, the same illness her character in The Notebook suffered. Gena, 94, gave a moving performance in the 2004 film as the older version of Rachel McAdams’ character, Allie. Following a romance with Noah (played first by Ryan Gosling and then James Garner), Allie struggles with memory loss in her advanced age before dying. Gena’s son Nick Cassavetes, who directed The Notebook, was the one to announce the news, and revealed that his mother has been living with the disease for five years. “I got my mum to play older Allie, and we spent a lot of time talking about Alzheimer’s and wanting to be authentic with it,” Nick, 65, told Entertainment Weekly. “She’s in full…

Barbecue Chicken, Ham and Mushroom Pizza SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 25 MINS ■ 300g 2-pack fresh pizza bases (25cm) ■ ⅓ cup barbecue-style pizza sauce ■ 60g baby spinach leaves ■ 2½ cups shredded roast chicken meat (375g) ■ 100g shaved leg ham, torn ■ 100g button mushrooms, sliced ■ 1½ cups shredded pizza cheese 1 Place pizza bases on 2 oiled, large oven trays. 2 Cook both trays in a very hot oven (220C) for about 3 minutes, or until bases are crisp. Remove. 3 Spread pizza sauce evenly over bases. Divide spinach leaves over sauce. Top with chicken, ham, mushrooms and cheese. 4 Return to same very hot oven, swapping trays halfway through, for about 10 minutes, or until cheese is golden. 5 Serve cut into…

IN SEASON Leeks are a member of the lily family and have a sweet, mild onion flavour. The lower white part is covered with soil as it grows and has more flavour and is softer than the tough green tops. Leeks can be kept in a plastic bag in the fridge crisper for up to two weeks. Wash well before cooking, as they usually contain dirt, and cut off the green tops. Add to soups, casseroles, slow-cooked dishes, pasta and rice dishes, or anywhere cooked onions are used. SIZE MATTERS! One of our favourite snacks, Pringles are now set to be more eco-friendly – they’re shrinking the size of their cans in order to reduce waste. Before you panic, there’s still the exact same amount of irresistible chips you know…

HALF ZIP + wool coat Half zip jumpers are trending and best worn with a simple long-line coat. This pairing will take this casual jumper up a notch to something you could wear out to lunch! HOODIE + trench coat Keep it casual and match up a hooded sweatshirt with a lightweight trench coat. It’s the perfect post-workout outfit you can instantly take from couch to cafe in seconds. ROLLNECK + leather coat For an evening look or new workwear outfit, style your rollneck with a leather coat. Knitted textures work well with this season’s leather look to create a cosy yet sleek ensemble. FAUX LEATHER CREW KNIT + puffer jacket For any coat with a large silhouette, stick to light layers underneath such as a thin cashmere or wool…

Cancer JUN 22 – JUL 23 Get ready to get organised! This could end up being a productive week – just remember that bigger is not always better. Opt for smaller, more intimate gatherings and start delegating. Homewares, clothes and cosmetics may test your willpower this weekend, but sleep on any big purchases. Lucky numbers: 1, 15, 18, 28, 39, 44 Leo JUL 24 – AUG 23 Your social and work lives both look busy, but if your energy levels feel like they’re dipping, be selective about who and what you take on. On the upside, romances tend to flourish under lively patterns like these, so if you’re looking for love, start circulating. Lucky crystal: Amethyst Virgo AUG 24 – SEP 23 Is your confident outer veneer hiding niggling doubts?…

Emma Stone has had quite a year – and isn’t stopping anytime soon! Off the back of her Best Actress win at the Academy Awards earlier this year for portraying Bella in Poor Things, the star has reunited with that film’s director, Yorgos Lanthimos, to create the quirky black comedy Kinds of Kindness. Here, the 35-year-old dishes on her new movie… What made you want to be involved in Kinds of Kindness? Well, first of all, I’ll do anything with Yorgos – so that’s the easy answer! Do you both enjoy working together on these envelope-pushing films, like Poor Things and The Favourite? The common denominator is the things that I’ve been a part of are things that I want to watch. And that’s the only gauge that I have,…