Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 24, 2021 i New Idea

Just a few weeks after New Idea revealed that Marcia Hines had been approached to join Seven’s reboot of Australian Idol, insiders reveal a bombshell decision has seen the entire project axed! According to a source, Channel Seven has locked heads with the beloved reality show’s production company over whether or not to film the show live. “It would seem Fremantle Media did not want to do a pre-recorded series, but follow suite with the likes of the revamped Big Brother,” says the insider. “They wouldn’t budge on the format of relying on the Australian public to vote on a weekly basis.” The source also reveals that the negotiations ended in pure carnage! It’s believed enquiries for a new-look judging panel reached the desks of Marcia, Troye Sivan and even…

After five long years, Lisa Marie Presley has legally divorced her ex-husband, Michael Lockwood. The daughter of rock’n’roll music icon, Elvis Presley, originally filed for divorce in 2016, after a decade of marriage. Yet, the proceedings were postponed due to their ongoing custody battle over the couple’s 12-year-old twin daughters, Harper and Finley. Things turned nasty in mid-2020, when Michael attempted to strip Lisa, 53, of primary custody, citing concerns that she may relapse following the untimely death of her adult son, Benjamin, who she shared with her ex-husband, Danny Keogh. While custody and visitation rights are still yet to be determined, the court ruled in the interim that the couple are now legally divorced.…

Prince Philip’s 100th birthday on June 10 was going to be a time of great joy for the royals. But all plans were cancelled when he died on April 9, just months shy of the milestone. With his birthdate falling this week, the royals are rallying around the Queen, who is said to be feeling her beloved husband’s absence. But, the monarch is putting on a brave face and keeping busy with her royal duties. In fact, planning for her Platinum Jubilee in 2022 is already underway, with several events to celebrate her 70 years on the throne already announced. Some of the festivities will include: Trooping the Colour, a Service of Thanksgiving, a televised concert at Buckingham Palace and a pageant.…

Bickering, infighting and fiery outbursts have made The Veronicas the most contentious Celebrity Apprentice contestants this season – but an insider says it’s the tip of the iceberg! “Lisa and Jess were not exactly the easiest contestants and left the network struggling to show them in a favourable light,” the on-set source exclusively tells New Idea. The Veronicas have been publicly criticising the show on social media for portraying them as the on-screen villains, however our source explains that some of their biggest spats were omitted in order to salvage their image. “We mainly censored The Veronicas’ worst blow-ups and, believe me, there were more than just a few catty quips between them – certain things never made it to air,” tells an anonymous producer. The insider adds that the…

Terri Irwin enjoyed some much-needed R&R last week with a tropical getaway to Lady Elliot Island, located off the coast of Queensland – and in the process sparked speculation that love is in the air! During the trip, the 56-year-old Wildlife Warrior shared several holiday snaps of an intimate nature, leading fans to wonder if a special mystery man had joined her in the beachy paradise. Certainly, Terri appeared to partake in several romantic activities during her time on Lady Elliot Island, which has long held a special place in her heart. In particular, she shared an image of a dreamy sunset dinner on the beach that tellingly included two bottles of cabernet merlot from the resort’s restaurant. What’s more, the getaway seemed to put a spring in Terri’s step.…

Bonnie Tyler, the husky-voiced singer from Wales, admits she still hasn’t quite grasped just how amazing her life and career have been. “It’s almost like you’re talking about someone else,” the legendary performer, who gave the world iconic anthems such as ‘Holding Out for a Hero’ and ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’, tells New Idea when we reel off her impressive résumé during a recent chat. “It’s almost like you’re talking about someone else. I don’t see it that way.” This week Bonnie is marking another major accomplishment – turning 70! “It just doesn’t seem real, because I really feel like I’m in my 30s,” the star candidly reveals. “I guess I’m wiser than I was. I’m definitely much more comfortable performing. “I used to be shaking in my boots…

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Custard Serves 4, Prep 5 mins, Total time 15 mins 50g dark chocolate (50% cocoa), broken into small pieces 40g raw sugar 15g cornflour (see Tips) 500g milk 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 eggs 70g natural smooth peanut butter Peanut brittle, to serve (optional, see Tips) 1 Place a bowl onto mixing bowl lid and weigh chocolate into it, then set aside. 2 Place sugar, cornflour, milk, vanilla and eggs in mixing bowl, then cook 7 min/90°C/speed 4 (TM6: see Variation). 3 Immediately pour one-third of the custard over chocolate pieces and stir until melted and smooth. Place mixing bowl with remaining custard back into position. 4 Add peanut butter and blend 10 sec/speed 5. 5 Immediately pour peanut and chocolate custards into four small serving…

If a six-figure passive income is one of your family dreams, you might want to consider commercial property investment. As complicated as it sounds, the concept is actually helping families of all sorts earn larger collective incomes than ever before, according to Scott and Mina O’Neill, co-authors of Rethink Property Investing – residential investment isn’t always the only option. Seasoned investors have long been keeping the lucrative world of commercial property as their best kept secret... 1 SWITCH TO AN INVESTMENT MINDSET Shifting from a tax-saving mindset to an opportunistic mindset is the number one key to commercial investing and building your $100K passive income. That’s because an investment mindset will help you achieve larger goals, resulting in higher-yielding properties, stronger growth and ultimately, more revenue. For example, negative gearing…

Miranda Mueller and Stacey Demarco, authors of Plants of Power, explain everything you need to know so you can compost with confidence. WHAT EXACTLY IS IT? Composting is the natural process of organic matter breaking down. For most of us this includes food scraps, garden waste, paper, cardboard and perhaps the manure of an animal companion. The benefits include reducing landfill, creating rich and beneficial food for our potted plants or garden beds, and being accountable for our waste. FINDING THE BALANCE When your compost is too nitrogen rich it can become slimy and stinky – in this case more carbon-rich ingredients can fix the mess! Paper, cardboard or wood shavings are a great way to add carbon to a compost blend. We suggest layering your ingredients like a lasagne…

GREEN BEHIND THE GOLD WORENDO COTTAGES Many Australians have holidayed on the famous beaches of Queensland’s Gold Coast, however the Lamington National Park, just 90 minutes away, also offers an idyllic retreat from the demands of daily life. Set in the peaceful region of the Scenic Rim, overlooking the rainforest mountains of the national park, Worendo Cottages offers a truly memorable farmstay break for families and couples. There are five accommodation options to choose from, including the beautifully renovated homestead and four luxury cottages. Wild Lime Cottage, for instance, boasts a spa bath, industrial kitchen, outdoor shower and a fireplace for those cosy winter nights in. There’s free daily animal feeding where guests can get close to the resident sheep, cows, horses and chickens, plus fire pits for roasting marshmallows…

Is your dining area a family hub or a dust collector? Circular tables encourage conversation and equality, while soft lighting relaxes people, so opt for lamps and diffused light sources rather than fluorescent or harsh bulbs. And of course, for special occasions – or to set the scene for romance – flickering candles and mellow music can work a treat. Consider the position of your dining table as well. A visible front door can pull people away (places to go), as can a view of the sink (washing up to do), so if you’d like diners to relax and hang around, try screening off your table or repositioning chairs. Bon appétit!…

Rose Hanbury and her husband, David Rocksavage, 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley, were thrust into the spotlight in 2019 after the mother of three was the subject of outlandish rumours about an affair with Prince William. Now, their marriage has come under scrutiny once again, as eagle-eyed royal watchers noticed that David doesn’t wear a wedding ring. The 60-year-old lord has been pictured several times over the years without a wedding band, making some fans question if all is well in their marriage. But, if their Instagram page is anything to go by, the couple are happier than ever. Rose, 37, regularly shares family snaps on the grounds of their Houghton Hall home. It’s unknown why David doesn’t wear a wedding band, but it seems there is a tradition in royal…

Andrew O’Keefe’s shock arrest earlier this year cast a dark cloud over Channel Seven’s prized game show, The Chase, while his swift  removal as host left a mountain of uncertainty over the show’s future. Thankfully, and much to the delight of fans, TV veteran Larry Emdur was promptly brought in, in a bid to salvage the series. But while The Morning Show anchor, 56, is breathing new life into the show, there is one person who won’t be tuning in to see him in action – Grant Denyer! An industry insider reveals Grant, who has hosted several game shows including Family Feud, Celebrity Name Game, Games of Games and Million Dollar Minute, isn’t happy that he was overlooked when it came to fronting The Chase’s highly anticipated relaunch. “Grant honestly…

After enduring a run of horror health woes described as her “two and a half years of hell”, Lorraine Bayly is thrilled to be back in the pink and smiling again. “The past few years have been a nightmare, as I lurched from one serious health issue to the next,” the television treasure tells New Idea. “I am usually an upbeat person, so it’s wonderful to have turned the corner ... to be healthy and happy.” Lorraine, 84, says her spell of bad health began shortly after visiting close friend, the late Cornelia Frances, in hospital in early 2018. “Corny was in her last days with cancer ... Days later I began to struggle with a prolonged flu, which led to pneumonia and a partially collapsed lung.” Then in 2019,…

Sarah Dingle was 27 years old when she discovered that her identity was a lie. Over dinner with her mum one night, she was told she was conceived using a sperm donor and that the man who raised her wasn’t her biological father. The discovery left her questioning who she really was. Sarah, a journalist by trade, decided to use her skills to track down her roots and made shocking discoveries about the fertility industry as she went. “When I found out the truth that was a big shock, but that was the least of it,” she tells New Idea. “My part in that mess is so tiny, compared to just the magnitude of problems I discovered. It’s a baked-in disaster.” Sarah, now 37, says she initially didn’t believe her…

With their horse-drawn buggies, bonnets and long dresses, the Amish appear charmingly quaint. They live in closed communities, guarding themselves from the sins of the world outside. But Lizzy Hershberger knows better. In 2019, she had her Amish rapist jailed. And now she’s speaking out, exposing a culture where abuse is hidden and victims blamed. “People see those buggies and think it’s like Little House on the Prairie – life from a more innocent time,” says Lizzy, 46. “But I know hundreds of Amish women who’ve been abused.” Now a married mum of four, in 1989 Lizzy was just 14 when her Amish parents sent her to work on preacher Chriss Stutzman’s farm. “Amish kids left school at 13 to work. I didn’t know any different. We had no TV,…

POODLES Highly intelligent and obedient, poodles often take well to training. They can pick up new skills and tricks easily, especially when taught as a young pup. For this breed, positive reinforcement goes a long way, as they can also learn bad behaviours easily too. BORDER COLLIE It’s true – border collies have a lot of energy, but if that energy is channelled in the right way, you will find they are easy to train. Their instincts are second to none and this breed thrives on obedience and agility training. COCKER SPANIEL This intelligent and playful breed loves having a job to do. As long as these dogs are engaged they are happy, so you will find that training comes very easily to them. Start early and reap the results!…

There’s nothing quite like asking for a raise to cause your stress levels to skyrocket. Yet experts say there’s no reason you shouldn’t get what you want. Elyssia Clark, Head of Customer Insights and Strategy at SEEK, explains what you need to do before approaching your boss. BE PREPARED 1 Be aware of your company’s pay rise policies and processes Every company is different – some may consider pay rises in an annual process, others may offer them on an ad hoc basis. Look into your company’s policies and see if there is room for negotiation. 2 Research how similar jobs pay Find out what the industry standard is for your role. By looking at other job ads and salary surveys, you will be able to gauge if your current…

SWEET PEA My eldest daughter Jasmine, 7, fell and twisted her ankle, so I sent her younger sister Jordan, 4, to fetch a bag of frozen peas. She was taking a very long time, so I called out to see what the hold-up was. “There is only a bag of mixed vegetables, so I’m picking out the peas!” she replied. MICHELLE WURFEL, HILLCREST, SA. TURN UP THE MUSIC How wonderful to see Myf Warhurst’s happy smile again! With her quick humour, healthy dose of fun and extraordinary depth of musical knowledge, Myf was a perfect team captain on the long-running popular TV show, Spicks and Specks. Bringing plenty of laughs and entertainment into our lounge room every week, this was a must-watch show in our household. After such a challenging…

Elton John and Madonna shocked the world by having dinner together at Craig’s restaurant in Hollywood last week – during which not one glass of water was thrown! According to our insider, the former foes have agreed to collaborate on a bizarre new movie project that will document their famous feud. “Madonna has long found Elton so hypocritical, while he calls her a fairground stripper,” tells the insider. “But Elton’s had the movie bug since [his 2019 biopic] Rocketman and Madonna’s love of motion pictures is no secret.” We’re told both singers like the format of Michelle Williams’ Marilyn Monroe movie, My Week with Marilyn, which dramatised just a select moment in the Hollywood icon’s life. “Elton and Madge want to tell the story of the greatest musical feud spanning…

For far too long, senior members of the royal family have been divided over how to deal with what’s now become known as ‘the Harry and Meghan problem’. Despite enduring months of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex publicly smearing the monarchy in scandalous interviews, the Queen and Prince Charles have retained a dignified silence, only insisting via a Buckingham Palace spokesperson that the couple’s recollections of bad treatment “may vary” from their own. However, New Idea understands that behind closed doors, Princess Anne and Prince William have “loudly disagreed” with the pair’s strategy of “playing nice and staying quiet”. “Even before Harry and Meghan severed ties, William and Anne agreed they were going to be a nightmare from an organisational and public relations perspective. But even they are surprised…

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge aren’t letting their current family woes get them down! Recently, they enjoyed a trip down memory lane to their days at St Andrew’s University in Scotland. Strolling around the village of Anstruther, just 15km from their alma mater, Kate and Wills stopped off for fish and chips, and later some ice-cream, at their old eatery, Anstruther Fish Bar. Ordering their ‘usual’ haddock and chips, they found a quiet spot on a pier and ate alfresco. Owner Alison Smith told reporters: “It was almost as if they were going back to what they used to do 10 years ago. You could see that they were thoroughly enjoying being back here. It was fantastic for them.” Friends say the couple are working really hard to keep…

For George Clooney, there’s no better place on earth than his gorgeous villa on Italy’s picturesque Lake Como. So when the actor arrived there with his family recently for the first time in two years, it couldn’t have been a sweeter moment. Throw in the fact that George has also been reunited with his wife, Amal, and their twins, Ella and Alexander, after an “intense” film schedule that saw him away from home for roughly 86 days, and it turns into one heck of a holiday! The Clooney clan, as well as their 57kg Saint Bernard dog, Rosie, were spotted arriving at a local Italian airport on May 30. As George took control of Rosie, Amal helped Ella and Alexander down the steps of their private plane. Insiders tell New…

Famous for her never-ending pins, showbiz sensation Rhonda Burchmore feels genuinely blessed to have notched up over 40 years as one of Australia’s most celebrated entertainers. “Showbiz was my destiny,” Rhonda, 61, tells New Idea when we catch up at her stunning Melbourne home. “I can remember taking my first little tap dance at 2.” In 1980, Rhonda, who shares daughter Lexie with husband of 36 years, Nikolai Jeuniewic, launched herself as a theatre star and hasn’t looked back. During her fabulous career she’s worked with the best of the best, and made lifelong friends out of TV icons, singers, Hollywood superstars and even US Presidents. Here, Rhonda opens up about the famous faces who left a mark on her colourful life. PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON “Bill was on his Australian…

Thai Fish Curry Pie Serves 6, Prep and Cook 40 mins 1 small onion, finely diced 2 tblsps Thai green curry paste 500g sweet potato, cut into 2cm pieces 400ml can coconut milk 2 tsps fish sauce 2 tsps brown sugar 500g skinless, boneless white fish fillets, cut into 3cm pieces 2 tsps plain flour 8 sheets filo pastry Lime wedges and fresh coriander leaves, to serve 1 Heat a well-oiled large frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft. Add paste and sweet potato. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. 2 Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce and sugar. Bring to boil. Gently boil for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened slightly and sweet potato is almost tender. 3 Toss…

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Joe Wicks is a man on a mission. Already a major name in fitness, he became the health hero we needed last year – inspiring people of all ages to stay healthy and active during lockdown. His fun and easy-to-follow PE With Joe videos struck a chord not just in his home country of Britain, but the rest of the world, earning him more than 100 million YouTube views and a MBE from the Queen. Now Joe is taking his quest to New Idea readers, with a new four-part series on how to motivate kids to stay active and healthy over winter. “I’ve always been on a mission to inspire young people to exercise,” says The Body Coach founder. It couldn’t come at a better time. In Australia, statistics show…

Get ready for the big hair and glamour of the swinging ’60s to return to our screens as Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries lands for another season. The spin-off of the hugely popular Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries follows the adventures of bold detective, Peregrine Fisher (Geraldine Hakewill) – the niece of the original Phryne Fisher – as she sets out to solve the mysteries behind Melbourne’s murders, alongside her love-interest detective James Steed (Joel Jackson). “I’m always blown away with how the writers craft such intricate mysteries,” Geraldine tells New Idea. “There is complex mathematics to it in order to not give away the murderer too soon, but to also give the audience enough of a clue to keep them invested.” Of course, solving crimes isn’t always an easy job,…

He might have caught the eye of many fans, but sadly for them, Big Brother’s resident hunk Marley Biyendolo is already head over heels in love with his girlfriend, Lynn Williams. The basketball player, 26, has been in a long-distance relationship with the US native since 2015. However, the ongoing pandemic has meant the pair haven’t seen each other in person for a year. “Lynny being over in the US during this pandemic has absolutely sucked,” Marley tells New Idea. “Not only because we haven’t been able to be together, but because we don’t even necessarily have that date for when we will be able to see each other.” Yet, as soon as borders reopen for good, either Marley or Lynn will be getting on the first plane out. “We…

Heather Locklear was spotted in Los Angeles last week looking dramatically different from her Melrose Place days. Witnesses say the 59-year-old star was “barely recognisable”, with one speculating she may be fresh from the surgeon’s office. US-based cosmetic surgeon Dr Dave David tells New Idea: “She does look like a different person, but I’m not sure how much a procedure has had to do with it. It’s possible she may have had surgery in the past and it’s not ageing well.” Heather is said to be healthy and happy following a rehab stint in 2018.…