Indholdsfortegnelse for 28 October 2019 i New Idea

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Their relationship has been on and off over the years. However, it appears Shane Warne and Simone Callahan have reunited – at least for one night. The former cricketer and his ex-wife were seen enjoying a family dinner together in Melbourne to celebrate their youngest daughter Summer’s 18th birthday. Shane and Simone were pictured chatting as they waited to enter the restaurant with the birthday girl. They were joined by Summer’s older siblings, Brooke and Jackson. The night wasn’t over yet, with Simone, 49, milling outside with her children and other guests. Shane and Simone’s relationship has been notoriously rocky. Last year, Shane released his autobiography, No Spin, revealing humiliating details about their marriage. This caused Simone to tell The Sun that Shane, 50, was “selfish”, like a “little kid,…

Princess Diana’s generosity is one of her most enduring legacies. Her giving nature touched the lives of thousands – particularly when they were in their hour of need. One person who knows this better than anyone is Diana’s close friend Rosa Monckton and her husband Dominic Lawson. It is 25 years since the princess helped Rosa through one of the most tragic life events; the passing of her stillborn daughter. This little-known series of events is a prime example of Diana’s capacity for kindness – and one that the princess attempted to keep under wraps. Having split from Charles, Diana befriended Rosa in the early ’90s and the pair became instant confidantes. In 1993 when Rosa fell pregnant, no-one was more delighted than Diana. However, the joy was to be…

The Danish royal couple – Fred in particular – are said to have a new-found admiration for Meghan Markle, who the prince sees as a strong role model. “It’s fascinating that Frederik is an admirer of Meghan,” says royals author, Phil Dampier. While the former actress has faced criticism, Fred’s focus is firmly on her charitable endeavours and her role as a global citizen. Their paths crossed during the Invictus Games in Sydney last year, while Meghan and Harry were on tour, Fred attended the volleyball match between Denmark and Canada. “Meghan has led a fascinating international life, working in Argentina at the US Embassy, campaigning for charities all over the world, and of course starring in Suits, which was filmed in Toronto,” says our source. “Frederik and Mary…

When Gogglebox star Angie Kent signed up to find love on The Bachelorette she must have known she would be in for a wild ride. But she had no idea that one of her hopeful gentlemen was hiding a shocking baby secret! Jamie Doran – the 39-year-old firefighter who stole Angie’s heart on their first meeting after he gifted her an adorable puppy on the red carpet – indulged in a secret hook-up with a US model in 2016. Nine months later, in early 2017, she gave birth to a baby girl – putting Jamie at the very centre of a paternity scandal. “Jamie met the model at a bar when he was travelling through the US,” an inside source tells New Idea. “They swapped numbers and stayed friends for…

As Oprah Winfrey stepped onto the red carpet with her long-time love Stedman Graham for the Tyler Perry Studios grand opening gala on October 5, the talk-show host was undeniably glowing. But in a recent interview with People magazine, the star admitted she’d been hiding a dark secret: for many years. Oprah lived in fear of turning 56, because she was sure that’s when she was going to die. “I used to have this dream that I was going to be dead at 56, so the year that I turned 56 I was filled with dread,” explained the TV mogul, now aged 65. “When I got to 57, it was like, ‘Why did all my life I think it was going to be 56?’” she continued. “At the time I…

Lamb, Haloumi and Zucchini Skewers with Green Hummus Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 1 hour 1.2 kg butterflied lamb leg, well-trimmed, cut into 4cm pieces 2 tblsps olive oil 1 tblsp smoked paprika 1 tblsp ground cumin 1 tblsp finely chopped fresh rosemary 3 cloves garlic, crushed 12 x 25cm long metal skewers 225g block haloumi cheese 2 zucchini (140g each) 2 tblsps lemon juice Lemon wedges, to serve GREEN HUMMUS 200g tub hummus ½ cup firmly packed fresh parsley 1/3 cup fresh coriander leaves 2 tblsps lemon juice 1 To make green hummus, blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl. 2 In a large bowl combine lamb with oil, paprika, cumin, rosemary and garlic. Season with salt and pepper.…

DIY Pavlova Grazing Platter Serves 12-16, Prep and Cook: 1 hour, 30 mins 600ml tub thickened cream, whipped Fresh passionfruit pulp, fresh raspberries, blueberries and strawberries, chocolate Flake bites and chopped Crunchie chocolate bars, to serve MINI PAVLOVAS 6 egg whites, at room temperature 1½ cups caster sugar 1 tsp white vinegar 1 tsp cornflour Liquid pink food colouring RASPBERRY SAUCE 3½ cups frozen raspberries (350g) 1/3 cup caster sugar CHOCOLATE SAUCE 200g block dark cooking chocolate, finely chopped 2/3 cup pure cream 1 Trace eight x 7cm circles, about 2cm apart, onto each of two sheets of baking paper. Grease two large oven trays. Place paper, trace-side down, onto prepared trays. 2 To make mini pavlovas, beat egg whites in a large bowl of an electric mixer until frothy.…

This handy guide will help you make our scary Halloween treats on pages 50 and 51. • For a bright, vibrant finish, we used AmeriColor Super Red, Electric Orange, Leaf Green and Violet food colouring gels. They are available from cake decorating stores or online at cakerswarehouse.com.au. • Queen Midnight Magic Sprinkles were used for the Witches Hat Cupcakes, available from major supermarkets. They can be replaced with other types of sprinkles, nonpareils and cachous. • Salted pretzel sticks, Sshmallows and lolly mint leaves are available from major supermarkets.…

Do you have a child who finds bedtime as appealing as eating cold porridge? Fran Chavasse from Tresillian has some golden tips to take out the stress – for everyone! 1 NO SCREEN TIME FOR TWO HOURS BEFORE BED “It’s not the TV that’s distracting, it’s the blue lights that TVs, tablets and any sort of device gives off. They’re stimulating bright lights that will disrupt your child’s sleep,” Fran explains. “As hard as it is, it’s a good idea to keep them away from devices, games consoles and any screen for at least one to two hours before bed if you can. Try not to have a TV in your child’s bedroom.” 2 NO CAFFEINATED FOOD OR DRINKS AFTER 12PM “When we think of caffeine, we think of coffee,…

MERE MALE My husband was driving home from work when he was pulled over for not wearing a seatbelt. Two days later he got the same ticket, from the same officer. “So, have you learned anything?” the officer asked. “Yes,” my husband replied. “I need to take a different way home.” MICHELLE WURFEL, HILLCREST, SA. ALL IN THE FAMILY I’m 85 years old and enjoyed your article on The Brady Bunch (NI, Sep. 30). When it was on TV in the ’70s, I never missed an episode, it was sheer entertainment. I only hope and wish the people who control our television might learn what this world needs. I. MENDELSON, HURSTVILLE, NSW. FUN POLICE I had to laugh when my 7-year-old said, “What do you call twin policemen?” His answer?…

Liam Hemsworth may be still nursing a broken heart from his split with Miley Cyrus, but the Aussie hunk has quickly moved on. The 29-year-old Hunger Games actor was photographed in New York City kissing 22-year-old Australian model and actress Maddison Brown. All eyes are now on the blonde beauty, who stars in the Netflix revival of Dynasty. Sydney-born Maddison hails from humble beginnings. She attended Catholic high school Marian College in Kenthurst, Sydney, then the all-girls Our Lady of Mercy College in Parramatta, before moving overseas to pursue modelling. The youngest of three girls, Liam’s new flame is an unlikely success, sources say. “She was a quiet girl, a bit of a loner, but once you got to know her, she was very friendly,” a source says. “She was…

After the axing of his show This Time Next Year, it seems Karl Stefanovic may make a triumphant return to the Today show very soon. There are big changes going on at Channel Nine and sources tell New Idea Karl is rumoured to be heading back to the hot seat on the morning show after pleading to get his old job back – but with a pay cut. “Karl has agreed to take a massive pay cut to go back to Today. He is cap in hand and begging,” the source says. According to the source, Karl will partner with 60 Minutes host Allison Langdon and together the  pair have been chosen to try and boost ratings. “They love Allison, and Karl and her are actually really good friends,” the…

Could an abdication be on the cards for the royal family? Royal pundits certainly took note at the recent State opening of Parliament where Prince Charles and Duchess Camilla were positioned right alongside the Queen at the elaborate ceremony. A royal insider told New Idea that seating Charles and Camilla next to her was a “purposeful and thought-out” move – and the clearest indication yet that Queen Elizabeth may be considering handing over the throne to her son. “Palace aides confirm that it signals she will make them king and queen imminently and is preparing them for the roles,” the royal insider said. However, the royal insider added it was a decision that reportedly caught Prince William and Duchess Kate off guard. “The move has shocked and ruffled a lot…

It’s the happy news that has royal watchers thrilled – both Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge, and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, are planning on announcing their pregnancies in the coming weeks. The royal women were both glowing during their recent tours and now it can be revealed the reason may be that they are both expecting. Kate and William have been planning on having a fourth child for some time, with the duchess admitting back in March that she was feeling “broody” during a walkabout in Northern Ireland. Now, recent photos of Kate in Pakistan show the duchess sporting a small bump, sparking rumours she may already be pregnant. What’s more, Kate showed off her maternal side when she visited a college for girls in Islamabad. The duchess spent…

One of Australia’s most notorious killers, Keli Lane, was found guilty of murdering her 2-day-old baby daughter Tegan in 2010, despite the fact a body was never found, and there were no witnesses to the murder. Lane claims she gave baby Tegan over to the tot’s biological father Andrew Morris (whose last name she later recalled as ‘Norris’) days after her birth. However, the man has never been located, and to this day the body of newborn Tegan has never been found. Tegan was Lane’s fourth pregnancy. Her first, at age 17, and second, were terminated, and she gave birth after her third pregnancy at age 19. The child was adopted out. Tegan was born next, before Lane gave birth to a son who was adopted, and finally, another daughter.…

Raspberry Bounty Ice-cream Cups Makes 12, Prep: 30 mins Cooking oil spray ½ x 250g packet Monte Carlo biscuits 25g unsalted butter, melted 3 cups Peter’s Light & Creamy Raspberry Ripple Ice-cream 6 x 50ml-pack frozen Bounty chocolate bars 2½ cups frozen raspberries ¼ cup icing sugar mixture Extra chopped Monte Carlo biscuits, to serve 1 Lightly spray two x 6-hole (½-cup capacity) silicone muffin trays with cooking oil. 2 Process biscuits in a food processor until finely crushed. Add butter. Process until combined (mixture should still be crumbly). Divide evenly among prepared holes. Press down firmly. Refrigerate while preparing filling. 3 Spoon ice-cream into a large bowl. Stand at room temperature for about 25 minutes until softened. Stir gently, without melting. 4 Cut frozen chocolate bars into 1cm slices.…

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ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 A financial goal or venture you feel strongly about will be a driving force. It’ll take focus and perseverance to see it through. Unusual outings and experiences will be fun but also expensive. Meeting a kindred spirit will be uplifting and informative. Fortuitous trends on the job will raise your professional profile. Irritating differences with a relative will need thoughtful handling or sparks could fly! LUCKY NUMBERS: 8, 18, 22 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 Complex issues with someone close may create uneasy undertones in your relationship – it’s time to clarify what must be sorted out and what you need to let go of. A fun, different social engagement will be refreshing. It’ll also be an opportunity to foster a connection you’re…

Karina Machado is a journalist, host of the Spirit Sisters podcast and the author of Spirit Sisters, Where Spirits Dwell and Love Never Dies, a non-fiction series exploring the extraordinary experiences of ordinary people. Now, on The Ghost Files podcast each week, Karina will introduce a guest who’ll share their personal encounter with the spirit world. MESSAGES FROM BEYOND When Elizabeth’s father passed away 15 years ago, she dreamt that he came to her with a gentle smile, holding out the guitar he’d given to her when she was a child. To Elizabeth, the message was clear. Her father was inviting her to pick up the instrument again, a subtle and very personal suggestion that served as the perfect reminder for Elizabeth that her father was still with her. Elizabeth,…

MONDAY Jasmine is left feeling hurt and confused when Robbo shuts her out again, and Leah makes a candid confession to Irene about her feelings for Justin. TUESDAY Robbo continues to keep Jasmine at arm’s length. And a gorgeous young newcomer moves into the Bay. WEDNESDAY Martha and Alf arrive home from their road trip – and make an important announcement! THURSDAY Justin has an unexpected proposition for Leah, and Maggie and Ben celebrate a breakthrough with Ben’s business.…

Feeling lost, troubled teen Bella (Courtney Miller) has been causing no end of strife for her older brother Colby (Tim Franklin) and his on-again-off-again girlfriend Mackenzie (Emily Weir). No-one could blame Colby for suspecting Bella is not being truthful when she declares she’s feeling unwell – just as he and Mackenzie are looking forward to a romantic weekend together. But when Mackenzie also calls Bella out, accusing her of pretending to be unwell, an upset Bella races off – only to suddenly collapse. Rushed to hospital, Bella is clearly in trouble. What’s wrong with the teenager?…

NEIGHBOURS’ CREATOR DIES AGED 93 The creator of Neighbours, Reg Watson, died last week, aged 93. Tributes flooded in for the entertainment veteran. “Everyone at Neighbours is sad to hear of the passing of our creator, Reg Watson. He was a pioneer of drama, prolific in his output and by all accounts a lovely person to work with. His legacy lives on in Ramsay Street to this day,” wrote the show’s executive producer Jason Herbison. Reg began his career as a radio actor at 16 and then moved to the UK and became ATV’s head of light entertainment. During his stellar career back in Australia he created many series including The Young Doctors, The Restless Years and Prisoner. KRISTY HINZE CLARK’S BIRTHDAY EXTRAVAGANZA Australian model Kristy…

Miley Cyrus, 26, and her new beau, 22-year-old Cody Simpson, have been flaunting their new romance on social media. The unlikely pair have been openly affectionate with each other with loved-up snaps and videos shared on Instagram. Miley and Gold Coast-born singer Cody were pictured together in public not long after Miley was linked to Kaitlynn Carter. Cody also opened up about their relationship in a new interview with People magazine, confirming it’s “safe to say” they’re official and “very happy”.…

The Block judge Shaynna Blaze doesn’t shy away from speaking her mind when it comes to judging the rooms, and in Sunday night’s episode she snapped when she walked on to Jesse and Mel’s downstairs balcony. “Come on, like please, research!” Shaynna seethed, before picking up the fake plant the couple had chosen for decoration. “I’m taking points off for taking the p--s out of putting in a plastic plant. I’m hiding that! I’m not happy, this is ridiculous.” To make matters worse, Scotty Cam revealed to the couple that she called the upstairs balcony “boring as bats--t”. Ouch!…

In the many years that Nicole Kidman has been estranged from her adoptive kids, Connor and Bella Cruise, the actress hasn’t spoken about them too often. But when she has, it’s been clear that she still loves them fiercely. “It’s not about anything else other than, ‘I’m here to love and support you’,” she told The Sun regarding her oldest children. “They have made choices to be Scientologists. It’s our job as a parent to always offer unconditional love.” But this may not be enough to convince the pair to let their mother back into their lives, with their dad Tom Cruise – who also shares daughter Suri, 13, with actress Katie Holmes – reportedly doing all he can to keep them in the church. According to our sources, during…

He’s set to get tails wagging for all the wrong reasons as the intruder on this year’s season of The Bachelorette. And newcomer Ryan Anderson caused even more of a stir in the mansion after it was revealed that he already knew Angie Kent from the outside world before his arrival – in fact, they had even met in person! Now a source reveals to New Idea that Angie – who is a huge dog lover herself – started following Ryan’s dog rescue page on Instagram. Apparently, before appearing on the show Ryan was already “secretly obsessed” with Angie and the pair exchanged some flirty messages and chatted regularly. “Word is they eventually met up in person a few times but nothing serious ever happened as they lived in different…

The Block’s Jesse has decided he’s ready for another reality TV show, but this time it’s one that tests his physical endurance. Speaking with New Idea, the St Kilda, Melbourne, local revealed his plans to try out for Ninja Warrior. “I’m not sure if I’m physically capable, but I’m pretty confident with all things. I’m not sure I’d be quite ready for it – maybe by the time it starts I will be ready,” he reveals. That said, Jesse confesses he’s always been an adrenaline junkie. “I kiteboard, surf and wakeboard, as well as go to the gym and lift weights, but that’s not really going to get you ready for Ninja. “So, I train with [Ninja Warrior contestant] Melissa Armstrong a couple of times a week, because she is…

Waitress and model Jessie Wynter, 23, has had some terrible luck with plastic surgery. The Tasmanian-born contestant tells New Idea she had a botched boob job that left her with implants sticking out of her armpits. “I honestly wish I could go back and tell younger me like, dude, don’t get a boob job you’re fine the way you are,” Jessie says. “So they kind of shoved it in, didn’t structure it or anything and they were just really, really far apart. And they pretty much fell into my armpits.” The blonde beauty eventually had them fixed by a surgeon in January this year. She now actually warns other women against getting breast enhancements. “People always ask me for advice. I’m like, ‘the easiest thing to do is just don’t…

The case of a seemingly clean-living, all-American girl drowning her five children in a bathtub in 2001 is a story that horrified the world. Andrea Yates’ confession is indeed chilling, as she, showing no emotion, described how she first drowned 2-year-old Luke, followed by Paul, 3, and John, 5. Afterwards, Yates carried each child’s body to the bedroom, placing them on the bed and covering them with a sheet. While drowning her 6-month-old daughter Mary, her 7-year-old son Noah confronted her and tried to flee before she dragged him to the tub and drowned him too. She took Mary’s body to the bed with the boys, and left Noah’s body in the tub. Though she confessed, and was initially convicted of murder and sentenced to life, Yates was later declared…

Caprese Pull Apart Cob Serves 4 to 6, Prep and Cook: 40 mins 500g cob loaf (20cm diameter) 75g butter, melted 3 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tsp dried oregano 100g small cherry tomatoes, quartered ¼ cup thinly sliced fresh basil 11/3 cups grated mozzarella Balsamic glaze, to serve 1 Using a serrated knife, cut loaf into 3cm thick slices, being careful not to cut all the way through to the base. Give loaf a quarter turn and cut the other way to form a cross-hatch pattern, being careful not to cut all the way through. 2 Place cob on a large oven tray. Combine butter, garlic and oregano in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Brush butter mixture in between bread squares, taking care not to break off…

Chocolate Mud Hotcakes Serves 4-6 (Makes 12), Prep and Cook: 30 mins 530g packet Green’s chocolate mud cake mix 2 eggs ¾ cup buttermilk Butter, for greasing Vanilla ice-cream, chocolate fudge topping and fresh raspberries, to serve 1 Place mud cake mix in a large bowl, reserving icing sachet for another use. Whisk eggs and buttermilk in a large jug until combined. Add to cake mix. Whisk until smooth. 2 Brush a little butter over the base of a large, non-stick frying pan over a medium to low heat. Pour ¼ cup batter into pan. Repeat to make two more hotcakes. 3 Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until bubbles appear on the surface. Turn hotcakes over. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until cooked underneath.…

LOVE FOR LASHES Over-working your lashes creates brittle hairs that lose their length and thickness. “I’m obsessed with Max Factor Lash Revival Mascara. I would say it’s my new anti-ageing secret weapon but really it’s for anyone who has mistreated their lashes,” says Liz, who recommends pairing it with a lash primer. Max Factor Lash Revival Mascara, $29.95, maxfactor. com.au Covergirl Lash Blast Amplify Primer, $16.95, priceline. com.au Ace your application: “Don’t feel like you have to apply a full face of makeup every day. Face-mapping, i.e. only applying foundation where you need it, is a great look for those days you don’t want to look done up but you still want to look good,” advises Liz. Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Hydrating Primer, $75, davidjones.com BROWS – FILLING, TINTING OR…

TAKING THEM BY MOUTH Despite what some companies may tell you, it’s best to steer clear of ingesting oils. “Essential oils are an area of expertise, like herbal medicine. The potency of the herb used by the right professional in the right clinical setting can be as potent as a pharmaceutical drug, but in the wrong hands, just like medicine, can be downright dangerous,” says Dr Coates. USING OILS TO TREAT MEDICAL CONDITIONS “Essential oils should only ever be used as a complement and to never replace the medication prescribed by your doctor,” says Dr Sorensen. USING CERTAIN OILS DURING PREGNANCY Some oils, including cinnamon, clove, rosemary, and clary sage are not considered safe to use during the first and third trimester as they could cause uterine contractions, so always…

When I earned babysitting money as a teenager, it typically went in my piggy bank or my wallet. Now teenagers have debit cards, which they use for everything from buying a smoothie to making online purchases. But just as you don’t hand over a phone without a set of ground rules, parents also need to set guidelines around debit cards. Unfortunately, I didn’t realise this until after my 15-year-old had made multiple Uber Eats purchases! Take your teenager with you to the bank to apply for a debit card so they know the procedure and also so you can ensure the card is linked and visible on your internet banking. Discuss what the card can be used for, who will supply the funds to the card, and your expectations for…

YOU’LL NEED… • Kmart round side table, $15 • Boyle marble self-adhesive film, $2.95, Bunnings • Rust-Oleum 312g Universal Metallic Paint in Pure Gold, $13.60, Bunnings • Mask • Scissors • Pencil • Disposable gloves STEP 1 Remove table from packaging and spray-paint according to instructions. Tip: We gave the table and legs a total of three coats. STEP 2 Once the table top is dry, trace around the circle on the back of the adhesive film. STEP 3 Cut out the circle and transfer adhesive film on the table top. Tip: use a smoothing tool such as a ruler to smooth out any bubbles. STEP 4 Assemble side table as per instructions. Voila! Now you have an on-trend side table for under $35. For daily shopping tips and hacks, follow I Bought It At. Head to…

Q I have so many insecurities that it’s preventing me from having successful relationships. Any given time I’ve dated or been with a man, I hold back and never fully open up as I’m afraid of judgement. I also don’t feel good enough and this leaves them frustrated as I always argue when they compliment me. How do I shift this mindset? I hate feeling this way about myself. STACY, VIA EMAIL. You go on the defensive with men because you don’t want to be hurt. You need to check this spiralling behaviour or you will never feel comfortable with men. You should appreciate when someone compliments you. You have to start liking yourself. Negative thoughts are debilitating. You have to rethink your mindset and you may not be able…

Their connection is growing stronger every day, with Willow (Sarah Roberts) and Alex (Zoë Ventoura) spending more and more time together. And this week, the pair, who recently shared a passionate kiss, give in to their feelings once more. However, Alex takes Willow by surprise when she announces their relationship is moving too fast. For, unbeknown to Willow, Alex is coming to terms with the heartache of a recently ended long-term relationship – with the “one person who got her”. And now the doctor fears that Willow may not be serious about their blossoming relationship. “Alex has genuine feelings for Willow and doesn’t want to get hurt again,” says Zoë. Ultimately, however, Alex must decide whether she is willing to take a leap of faith.…

No-one could argue that Home and Away’s newest recruit Mia Morrissey doesn’t have showbiz in her blood. Not only is the 24-year-old the daughter of agent and producer parents, but her younger sister, Piper, who in 2013 appeared in Home and Away as Pippa, is also an actor. “I definitely come from an artistic family,” says Mia, who this week joins the cast as flirtatious backpacker Jade. “But my parents were so wary of how hard the industry is that at first they said, ‘Oh, is there anything else you want to do?’. But they’re incredibly supportive.” At just 16, Mia starred in the critically acclaimed short film Bat Eyes, by Killing Ground director Damien Power, before landing a lead role in Seven’s children’s musical  series In Your Dreams. An…

This week Sam Mac’s travel guide MONDAY: BALMAIN, NSW – 6 Star Cat Hotel TUESDAY: REDFERN, NSW WEDNESDAY: WILLOUGHBY, NSW THURSDAY: TAMARAMA, NSW – Sculpture by the Sea FRIDAY: PERTH, WA TELETHON KIDS INSTITUTE Perth Children’s Hospital SUNRISE AIRS 5.30AM WEEKDAYS. Follow Sam & Coco’s adventures…