Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 42, 2024 i New Idea

As you read this, the New Idea team is in the middle of royal fever, with the arrival of the King and Queen in Australia over the weekend. It’s nothing short of incredible that Charles has managed to make this trip amid his cancer treatment – as you’ll see by all the precautions taken by his medical team in our story on page 10. This week, we also celebrate 50 years of Aussie rock greats Cold Chisel, via a pictorial walk down memory lane with Jimmy Barnes and the boys. Check it out on page 26. Ever since first laying eyes on these pages, featuring iconic images from their five-decade legacy, I’ve had the song ‘Flame Trees’ in my head … and I’m not complaining! We…

Rebecca Gibney’s son Zachary Bell recently popped up in an episode of her hit New Zealand TV series, Under the Vines, leading to online mutterings that he’s “just another nepo baby!” But New Idea hears Rebecca, 59, is shutting down the chatter. “She is so proud of Zac,” says an insider. “He earned this [role] fair and square himself.” Zac, 20 – who Bec shares with her husband Richard Bell – is in his third year of studies at New Zealand’s leading drama school, Toi Whakaari. “He’s worked so hard at his acting, the source adds.…

It’s noice, it’s different, it’s unusual. These thoughts are sure to cross prospective buyers’ minds after Kath & Kim star Jane Turner put her stunning Melbourne mansion up for sale! Jane, 63, and her husband John Denton recently listed their breathtaking five-bedroom home with a price guide of $7.3M-$8M. The property is located in the upmarket suburb of Elwood, which is a far cry from Fountain Lakes. The house boasts several breathtaking features that just scream ‘look at moi’ – including a wine cellar, library, home office and formal dining room. There’s also a marble-tiled verandah ah and an expansive outdoor pool. Jane, 63, is best known for starring as Kath Day-Knight in the iconic Aussie sitcom alongside actress friend, Gina Riley, who played her…

Reported sightings of William in the months and years after his disappearance were also revealed on the podcast, including near Uluru, Central New South Wales and in Queensland. Potential witness Lois Barry believed she saw William travelling with a group of four adults and several young children while on a trip to Uluru in 2015. Lois said she crossed paths with the group twice – at a petrol station in Marla, SA and at a campsite later that night. She said she recognised one of the children from media reports of William’s disappearance. Another witness claimed to have seen a boy matching William’s description on a bus trip from Albury to Sydney. The witnesses also alleged there was a pattern…

With the aroma of bread and freshly baked doughnuts still lingering in the air, Jenna Sanders knows it’s been a good day at Kenilworth Country Bakery when the shelves are almost empty. The 100-year-old bakery, tucked away in the quaint Sunshine Coast Hinterland, has become somewhat of a Queensland institution. Thousands flock to try its creations, including their celebrated ‘Australia’s best sausage roll’! “That one is a family recipe,” says Jenna, 32. Jenna is a third-generation baker. Her passion for making treats, both sweet and savoury, stems back to her childhood holidays. “I’d make rocky road with my nana. She taught me how to melt chocolate without it burning,” she recalls. Jenna’s parents also owned a string of bakeries. She went to work for them after dropping out of school…

Co-parenting peacefully is the top goal for most divorced couples, but all civility seems to have gone out the window for warring exes Halle Berry and Olivier Martinez. The pair appeared to be doing their absolute best to avoid each other while at their son Maceo’s soccer game earlier this month. “Halle waited in her car while Olivier watched from the sidelines, and at the end she picked up Maceo and didn’t say a word to his dad,” noted one onlooker. Halle and Olivier, both 58, only finalised their alleging that Olivier divorce last August after eight long years. Their initial decision to share joint custody of Maceo, 11, has since turned into a toxic court battle. Earlier this year, the exes resorted to attending co-parenting therapy in a bid…

Abuilding inspection is crucial to protect your investment. Buying property is expensive, and the last thing you want is to uncover costly issues after you’ve made the purchase. If the structure includes timber, adding a pest report is a smart move. While this may not be necessary for steel-framed or concrete/ brick buildings, a building inspection is still essential in the buying process. YOUR OWN INSPECTION Before the professional inspection, take a look yourself. Bring along any friends or family members with construction experience or trade knowledge for a preliminary overview. You might miss things, but that’s why you hire an expert. If you spot any issues, you can ask the inspector for clarification. Take your time to check for cracks, water damage, leaks, spongy floors, misaligned walls, and doors…

As spring rolls in, we gardeners are back at it, perfecting our lawns. But for those who love both a lush lawn and their furry friends, things can get a bit complicated. Enter pee patches – those unsightly dead spots where your dog urinates, a true eyesore for any lawn lover. So why does dog urine kill grass? Contrary to popular belief, it’s not the pH of the urine that causes the damage, but rather an excess of nitrogen. When nitrogen in the urine overwhelms the grass roots – especially ly if your dog consistently uses the same spot or your lawn is already fertilised (more nitrogen!) – it leads to brown patches. While watering the area a immediately after your dog urinates can help dilute the nitrogen, there are…

Scorpio OCT 24 – NOV 22 With Mercury and the sun lighting up your central arena, things could get exciting. A turn of events could kickstart a new cycle of fortune, while at work, an interesting offer might hit the table. Be sure to circulate this weekend – you should bump into some amazing people. Lucky numbers: 2, 16, 22, 31, 36, 41 Aquarius JAN 21 – FEB 19 As the sun crosses your chart’s pinnacle, a month-long whirlwind will be unleashed. Doors are about to swing open, but first, your people skills could get a workout as you play peacemaker. If you’re searching for calm, and think carefully about who and what you take on. Lucky gemstone: Turquoise Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 As the spotlight swings onto…

An exciting schedule awaited King Charles on his anticipated royal tour of Australia, but before that, the cancer-stricken monarch had to make it through the challenging 21-hour flight from London. And New Idea hears there was mile-high drama while Charles and Queen Camilla were still making their way across the pond! One palace insider reveals that the days when Charles, 75, would get off a long-haul flight “with a skip in his step” are long gone. “There’s no doubt this one really took it out of him and Camilla,” the insider says. “It’s not unusual for royals to travel with a full medical team, including an emergency blood supply, but this time it was at a level neither of them have seen before.” The King’s age and his ongoing treatment…

Melissa Leong is apparently keen on a return to MasterChef, but on one condition – current judge Andy Allen has to go! Mel, 42, “stepped away” from the cooking show last year to host the spin-off Dessert Masters, in the wake of MasterChef judge Jock Zonfrillo’s shock death. Her surprising exit came amid rumours of a feud with Andy and other crew members. Now, a TV insider tells the Daily Mail: “I think the idea of returning to what the show once was for her seems a bit daunting and the only way Melissa would ever return is if the whole format was revamped.” In late 2022, there were reports that Mel had clashed with the show’s beauty crew to the point she had to do her own hair and…

Have any old lottery tickets that you forgot to confirm? Feeling extra lucky this week? Well, it may be time to get checking after it was recently revealed a mystery winner is set to score a life-changing $4.8-million prize! The ‘Set for Life’ Division 1 ticket was bought at Thistle Kiosk in Woden, ACT in April 2021. Despite being more than three years on from its draw date, lottery officials assure it isn’t too late to claim it! “We’ve had winners come forward after months or even years,” The Lott spokesperson, Anna Hobdell, tells New Idea. “A Mount Hutton woman only found out about her $1 million prize nearly two years after the draw. If her ticket had been registered, she could have gotten the exciting news much sooner.” The…

Samantha Armytage is loving life after securing the hosting role for Channel Nine’s local version of The Golden Bachelor, but the news had a few big-name stars smiling through gritted teeth. Buzz about the hit US dating show coming to our shores has been whirling for a while. As previously revealed by New Idea, Sam, 48, was a favourite for the hosting gig from the get-go. She had just announced she was leaving Channel Seven and would become a ‘free agent’. Now that Sam, 48, is said to have signed her lucrative contract, an insider tells New Idea that behind the scenes there was still “a battle” for the plum role – with Sam edging out Sophie Monk and Sonia Kruger as her competition. “It was a gamble [in the…

Q&A Q My microwave is clean but has food smells when you open the door. A friend told me using fresh lemon can help? A Yes, fresh lemon will work well. Simply add the juice of one lemon to 4 cups water in a large microwave-safe jug. Place in the centre of the microwave turntable and microwave on High (100%) power for about 10 minutes or until the water boils for about 3 to 4 minutes. Carefully remove jug or allow it to cool a little, then remove. Wipe the inside of the microwave with absorbent kitchen paper to clean and remove excess moisture. SPICE UP your life! If your tastebuds can handle a little heat, Pringles’ new Chilli & Lime flavour is here to take your picnic snacks to…

TIP Place lavender pots and herb borders close to busy backyard locations. Our gardens are our sanctuaries, and there’s no better way to keep up the serenity than with beautiful aromas wafting through them. However, with wind, temperature and the outdoor elements against you, it can be quite tricky to keep wondrous smells in the backyard. Planting a fragrant garden doesn’t just come down to picking the flowering plants that you like. Instead, there’s location, season and the types of scents you need to explore. Before planting, consider these things… 1 PLANT ACCORDING TO SEASON When first looking at what sweet-smelling plants you wish to have, it’s important to consider their flowering season or when they’re at their most fragrant. This is so that your garden isn’t left high and…

TODAY Airs Mon.-Fri. from 5am on Channel Nine Rain, hail or shine, Tim Davies still wakes up with a big smile on his face. Sure his gig as Today’s weather presenter means early starts and a lot of travel, but Tim wouldn’t have it any other way as he is living out his boyhood dream. This month marks 10 years since Tim joined Channel Nine. He started as a producer and reporter for Nine News, before working his way up the ranks. It’s been a wild decade filled with many fun memories (and some viral moments he’d sooner forget!). But Tim, 41, tells New Idea he is even more excited to see what the next 10-year forecast will bring… Take us back – what made you decide to pursue a…

ROMANCE MUCH ADO ABOUT MARGARET by Madeleine Roux Sparks fly between rebellious writer Margaret Arden, who wants more than her dainty existence, and Captain Bridger Darrow – the man who risks everything to publish her. OUT TUE. ANIMALS THE INTERPRETATION OF CATS by Dr Claude Béata If you’ve ever wondered what makes your cat tick, then this guide to feline mental health is a must-buy! It’s been compiled by Dr Béata, who is a leading veterinary psychiatrist. OUT NOW HUMOUR HOW DOES THAT MAKE YOU FEEL, MAGDA EKLUND? by Anna Montague  Magda discovers her late best friend Sara was planning a road trip for them to take. Magda decides to still do the trip … with Sara’s ashes in tow. OUT TUE. POETRY PAPER BOAT: NOW AND SELECTED POEMS  by…

50 years of Cold Chisel First Jimmy Barnes’ heart copped a beating, then it was his hip – but try telling his vocal cords to slow down. With Cold Chisel’s 50thanniversary celebrations now in full swing after several delays due to Jimmy’s health setbacks, it’s clear the frontman’s iconic voice is more powerful than ever. His fellow band members are also at the top of their game, too! At Cold Chisel’s first concert on their nationwide The Big Five-O Tour, fans couldn’t get enough as the band, clad in their trademark black, belted out hit after hit to roars of appreciation. “Cold Chisel are Australia’s number one band,” rock historian and photographer Tony Mott tells New Idea. He has been capturing the group in concert for decades. Tony says…

Fudgy Chocolate Meringue Cake SERVES 10 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 15 MINS ■ 180g block dark cooking chocolate, chopped ■ 150g unsalted butter, chopped ■ 1 cup caster sugar ■ 3 eggs, lightly beaten ■ 1 cup plain flour ■ 2 tblsps cocoa powder ■ ½ cup Milk Choc Bits ■ Vanilla ice-cream, to serve MERINGUE ■ 3 egg whites, at room temperature ■ ¾ cup caster sugar ■ ½ cup Dark Choc Melts, melted, cooled slightly 1 Invert base of a 22cm springform pan (base measures 21cm). Grease and line base and side with baking paper, extending paper 5cm above pan edge. 2 Combine cooking chocolate and butter in a large heatproof bowl. Sit bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir until melted. 3 Remove bowl…

Kyoto’s unmissable sights and experiences are spread across the city in a series of areas that each manage to have their own unique feel and regional history. There is much to discover by exploring Kyoto’s neighbourhoods in detail, so make sure you don’t limit yourself to just one or two areas! PONTOCHO Ah, the Floating World – a narrow street crammed with tiny bars and eateries and beautifully preserved townhouses where geisha and maiko (apprentice geisha) have tip-tapped between appointments in exclusive teahouses and clubs since the 1600s. Kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers and more than a few shady characters come here to let off steam, and there’s no reason why you shouldn’t join them. Put it on your drinking list – opening hours here run…

Q I am the mum of two beautiful young adults, one with mental illness and both neurodivergent. I adore them both and would do anything for them, but there has been a lot of stress. Do we have anything positive in our futures? – LINDA A You have two amazing children. You are kind, patient, understanding and a great role model to lead them both into their future life. Both of your kids have great intuition, but they aren’t sure what to do with their feelings. Maybe focus on helping them to understand that this is actually a gift and not a curse. Your daughter is a sensitive soul who needs your reassurance to know she is on the right path. I can see that she has a creative side…

Saddle up – there’s a new outback drama series in town that’s perfect for a binge watch. With a stellar cast led by Anna Torv, Territory is best described as Yellowstone meets Succession meets McLeod’s Daughters! The drama is set in the Top End, on the world’s largest cattle station, which has been run for generations by the Lawson family. When the vast property is left without an obvious successor, rival factions – from gangsters to miners – fight to assume control. The power struggle also rips apart the Lawson clan. Filming took place in the Northern Territory and remote parts of South Australia. Cast member Philippa Northeast tells New Idea that the regions have been “presented on screen in such an…

Patti Newton Grease is the word for Patti’s clan! At a recent performance of the musical in Adelaide, Patti was supported by daughter Lauren and grandkids Eva, Monty, Perla, Alby and Lola. Melissa McCarthy The zany comedian gets an A+ for her efforts in promoting her new podcast, Hildy the Barback and the Lake of Fire. Sarah Ferguson The Duchess of York rang in her 65th birthday in London with a ladies’ lunch, cake and a gossip with Dame Joan Collins – all while raising funds for cancer! Pedro Pascal Fans went wild for the actor as he made a stylish arrival at the UK premiere of his animated film, The Wild Robot. Jennifer Garner She comes from a family of farmers, but Jen wasn’t too pleased when a her…