Indholdsfortegnelse for 21 January 2019 i New Idea

JULIA ROBERTS Combining stylish simplicity with a dazzling array of diamonds, Julia stood out from the crowd in this Stella McCartney take on masculine chic. JAMIE LEE CURTIS Not many people could get away with matching their hair to their outfit, but Jamie was a vision in head-to-toe white Alexander McQueen. HALLE BERRY Like a fine wine, Halle keeps getting better with age! The 52-year-old oozed Hollywood glam in this plunging number by Zuhair Murad. DEBRA MESSING Like a bat out of hell! The Will & Grace star hit a bit of a bum note with this figure-concealing caped gown by Pamella Roland. SANDRA OH The hostess with the mostest looked like a Greek goddess in Versace. Loving the Veronica Lake curls, too! LADY GAGA We…

Sporting a red and black bikini combo, Home and Away star Ada Nicodemou was snapped making the most of Sydney’s recent heatwave with boyfriend Adam Rigby last week. The lovebirds, who met two years ago, held hands as they strolled along the shore. Taking to Instagram last week to share a loved-up picture of the pair, Ada looked more smitten than ever. The couple were first spotted together in 2016, but it wasn’t until June last year that the actress confirmed they were an item. Ada told New Idea, “Life is really good at the moment. I’m feeling really happy, and choosing to enjoy life a lot more.” Reports suggest the pair are considering tying the knot soon.…

I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! campmate Yvie Jones has ditched the booze. After a long relationship with alcohol, the former Gogglebox star revealed she called it quits back in 2017. “I realised I just wasn’t enjoying it anymore,” Yvie told So The Fairytales Lied. “But in this culture, giving up the grog is a hard thing to do. So, I kept trying to drink. But I couldn’t get past two wines before I was tired and just wanted to lie down. Maybe my liver had had it? “I also found it hard to be around drunk people and that was really hard because most of my friends were those drunk people. It’s lonely, to be honest,” she added. Yvie went on…

As Australia wakes up with the new Today line-up – with co-hosts Georgie Gardner, Deborah Knight and newsreader Tom Steinfort – for the first time this week, the breakfast program’s former leading man, Karl Stefanovic, is slowly coming to terms with his new life. Karl was dumped from the coveted role he held for 14 years at the end of last year, and is doing just about anything to keep himself busy. Sporting jeans and a casual jumper, the 44-year-old is said to be relishing his new-found freedom and sleep-ins. He was recently spotted at The Buena, a pub in Sydney’s affluent harbourside suburb of Mosman, where he was seen having a few drinks and playing the poker machines. “It was a beautiful sunny day outside but Karl was the…

Want to get an amazing body like Delta’s – fast? Well, you can try this new diet trend which is set to take the world by storm. Six years after creating the 5:2 diet, Dr Michael Mosley is back with a new weight-loss plan. The BBC doctor claims it combines the health benefits of intermittent fasting with a very low-kilojoule diet to promote rapid weight loss. Elements of the diet include sticking to a low-carbohydrate Mediterranean menu and eating within a narrow time window of 8 to 12 hours. The diet begins with two  weeks of eating just 3340 kilojoules (800 calories) a day within time-restricted eating (TRE) hours. Then comes the next stage when TRE continues but dieters can eat more as well as including two 3340-kilojoule fast days…

Join Manu Feildel, Pete Evans and Colin Fassnidge as they dish up a serious hit of nostalgia in a 90-minute special celebrating My Kitchen Rules’ massive 10-year milestone. From the best dishes to the most controversial moments, the special will take you on an unforgettable trip down memory lane. With appearances from past teams including Season Four winners Dan and Steph, outspoken sisters Jess and Emma, and Season Eight winners Amy and Tyson – just to name a few – plus loads of MKR secrets, this special is not to be missed! MY KITCHEN RULES 10TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL AIRS TUESDAY AT 7:30PM…

Nic, 27 Electrician, NSW Honest and intelligent Mark, 41 Ex-army, Vic Adventurous and independent Mick, 31 Farmer, Qld Lovable larrikin Sam, 26 Tradie, NSW Driven and goal orientated Mike, 43 Electrician, Qld Self-assured and complex Cameron, 34 Ex-cricketer, NSW Sensitive and emotional Matthew, 29 Videographer, Qld Chronically single Michael, 27 Primary School Teacher, Vic A family-orientated “mama’s boy” Dino, 34 Meditation Coach, WA Voted Mr Australasia 2016 Bronson, 34 Entrepreneur, WA Stripper-turned-circus performer…

Strictly no processed, manufactured or refined foods. For anything in a packet/tin, look at the ingredients rather than the nutritional table to make sure they are natural, and there are no added nasties such as sugar, stabilisers, preservatives, flavours, etc. Be bold and daring! If you don’t love what you’re eating it’ll be difficult to stick with it. Look up new recipes and experiment with natural flavours (like honey, gluten-free soy sauce, pure maple syrup). Control your portion sizes by using a smaller plate and don’t overload it. Don’t see it as a ‘diet’ but rather a lifestyle change.…

EXTRA EASY ONE-BOWL WONDERS Nectarine and Almond Muffins Makes 12, Prep and Cook: 40 mins 1¼ cups self-raising flour 1 cup almond meal 1 cup caster sugar 125g unsalted butter, melted ½ cup sour cream 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2 tsps finely grated lemon rind 2 tsps vanilla extract 2 ripe nectarines (125g each), stones removed, cut into 1½cm pieces Extra 2 tsps caster sugar 1 Line a 12-hole muffin pan (¹/ ³ -cup capacity) with paper muffin wraps 2 Place flour, almond meal and sugar in a large bowl. Stir to combine. Make a well in centre. Add butter, sour cream, eggs, rind and vanilla. Stir to combine. Stir in half the nectarines. 3 Divide mixture evenly among muffin wraps (about ¹/ ³ cup in each). Spoon over remaining…

IN SEASON: VIC STRAWBERRIES Make the most of the abundance of strawberries that will be around this summer. Here are some quick ways to use them: STRAWBERRY YOGHURT CUBES: Blend 250g punnet hulled and chopped strawberries with 1 tblsp caster sugar in a blender until smooth. Add ½ cup vanilla yoghurt. Blend. Pour into 18 holes of two 12-hole ice-cube trays. Freeze overnight. To serve, blend six yoghurt cubes with ¾ cup milk in a blender until smooth. And also... STRAWBERRY JELLIES: Dissolve an 85g packet strawberry jelly crystals and 2 tblsps caster sugar in 1 cup boiling water. Stir in ½ cup cold water. Hull and slice 250g punnet strawberries. Process in a food processor until smooth. Stir into jelly mixture. Divide among serving glasses. Refrigerate overnight until set.…

Q How often should I be de-worming my dog? A MARGERY SAVILL, RICHMOND, NSW. Dogs should be wormed every three months with an allwormer for intestinal worms. Try to do it at the change of season so it’s easy to remember. Heartworm prevention can be monthly or you can get a yearly injection. Puppies need worming more frequently, starting with every two weeks until they’re 3 months old, monthly until they’re 6 months old, then three-monthly for life. Try a chewable wormer and your pup will think it’s a treat!…

Can you please give me any news from my darling dog, Peppie? I miss him so terribly and just need to know if he’s happy now and to let him know how sorry I am if he was suffering. DEBBIE, VIA EMAIL. As soon as I open up my awareness to the spirit world I clairvoyantly see Peppie with his tail wagging fast, excited to communicate with you. There is so much joy in this little dog! Peppie shows me that the two of you were the best of friends. When you are ready to connect with Peppie, allow yourself to be relaxed first. Use this as a time to speak your loving thoughts to Peppie and don’t put too much pressure on yourself to receive a message. These will…

HEIGHT OF NONSENSE Recently at a function I was telling a rather tall friend that I would like to have been a few inches taller in height. A short-statured MM friend dropped in on the conversation and commented, “At least when you are short you are always the last to know when it’s raining”! CAROLE CAMERON, ALBANY CREEK, QLD. REALLY, DAD? After filling out a sickness insurance form for his kids, MM (brother-in-law) came to the part where it said ‘relationship to children’. Instead of writing ‘father’ he wrote ‘very good’! J. MARTEN, TUNCURRY, NSW. WET BLANKET Sitting on a beach with my MM husband, an unexpected wave raced up the sand towards us. We both jumped up and I frantically tried to save our towels, phones, camera, clothes and…

GONE GIRL BY GILLIAN FLYNN The 2012 novel about a toxic marriage became a word-of-mouth hit thanks to a very unexpected twist which turns the whole story on its head. BEFORE I GO TO SLEEP BY S.J. WATSON Paranoia and confusion abound as a woman with a rare form of amnesia attempts to learn the truth about her past. THE TALENTED MR RIPLEY BY PATRICIA HIGHSMITH A charming but sociopathic outsider assumes the identity of his rich friend in this classic 1955 psychological thriller. AND THEN THERE WERE NONE BY AGATHA CHRISTIE The master mystery writer always said this was the hardest to write of all her novels. Eight people arrive on an island, then one by one, are found dead. THE…

IT’S AN INTERNATIONAL AFFAIR Irish actress Saoirse Ronan ( Lady Bird ) plays the 16th century Scottish queen. The English Queen Elizabeth I is played by Margot Robbie. Fellow Australian Guy Pearce plays Lizzie’s chief adviser, William Cecil. There’s also – appropriately – Scottish actors, including David Tennant and Jack Lowden, as well as Puerto Rican Ismael Cruz Cordova. MARGOT WAS WORRIED SHE WASN’T QUEENLY “I thought I wasn’t really worthy of this role. I thought they should be getting an actress who’s gone to drama school and studied Shakespeare and literature and history,” Margot tells Screen . “I was really daunted by the prospect, especially as the last time someone played Elizabeth, it was the actress I idolise the most: Cate Blanchett.” MARY AND…

It was tipped to be a night of surprises – and the 2019 Golden Globes did not disappoint. Not only did Bohemian Rhapsody clean up, but there were plenty of interesting moments along the way. The ceremony was presided over by Adam Samberg and Sandra Oh, and the goofy duo had the audience in hysterics. There were outbursts from Emma Stone and Lady Gaga, who lost the Best Actress award to Glenn Close (for her role in The Wife). Steve Carrell and Patricia Arquette couldn’t help but let slip a few curses, while Jeff Bridges gave the most bizarre speech about boats. But the controversies started as early on as the red carpet, with Chrissy Metz allegedly calling Alison Brie a “bitch” (which she denied) and the Fiji Water Girl…

Just days after news broke of Sam Burgess and wife Phoebe’s split, it emerged that Aussie actor Russell Crowe has been supporting them both through the tough time. While Sam reportedly went straight to Russell’s farm in Nana Glen, it seems Phoebe, who gave birth to the couple’s second child in December, has also turned to the star in hopes he can help mediate with her now estranged husband. “Russell thinks of Sam as family,” a friend close to the couple tells New Idea. “But he has always had a soft  spot for Phoebe – and now their children – too.” It is believed that ever since Sam and Phoebe welcomed their first child, daughter Poppy, Russell – who was previously rumoured to have been dating Sam’s mother Julie –…

On the surface, model and actress Annalise Braakensiek, who was found dead in her Sydney home on Jan. 6, had a glamorous, enviable life. But the charismatic beauty, 46, had suffered private moments of darkness her entire life, going back to early childhood. She’d endured the pain of growing up without her biological father, Norwegian yachtsman Odd Karlsen. “For years, I was desperate to find my dad,” Annalise, then 27, revealed in 2000, after she was finally reunited with her father, Odd Karlsen, then 74. Odd and Annalise’s mother Vera split up when she was just 6 months old and she didn’t see him for more than two decades. In a cruel twist of fate, both Annalise and Oslo-born Odd Karlsen lived only kilometres away from each other in Sydney.…

Dubbed as the next Telv Williams and Sarah Roza, professional cricketer Cameron Merchant and hairdresser Julie Robinson appear all loved-up on their wedding day. But have the experts got it right? That’s the question on everyone’s lips as this year’s controversial Married At First Sight participants are finally revealed. While Cameron, 34, is no stranger to the spotlight, having enjoyed an illustrious cricketing career in Australia, New Zealand and Canada, his bride Julie, who hails from London, is a renowned expert in male grooming. Pictures from the couple’s wedding ceremony show they’re clearly smitten with one another. But whether their relationship goes the distance or fizzles out like Telv’s and Sarah’s is yet to be seen. Meanwhile, our on-set spies say it will be part-time model Jessika sparking all the…

The scene must have been horrifying as police opened barrel after barrel, finding more and more parts of dismembered bodied at various different stages of decomposition. The sickening discovery, in May 1999, of eight bodies quickly became known as the Snowtown – or Bodies in the Barrels – Murders. “JOHN... SAID HE COULD DO THIS ALL DAY,” VLASSAKIS TOLD COURT A further four bodies were later tied to the same killers and it became the crime that shocked Australia and stigmatised the small South Australian farming borough of Snowtown, where the bodies were found. The male and female victims had been tortured and horrifically murdered and, as the police closed in on the killers, the case grew even more repulsive with the realisation that the perpetrators had known, or even…

Lady Amelia Windsor Lady Amelia is a third cousin to William and Harry. In 2016, Tatler magazine featured the striking 23-year-old on their front cover, naming her the “most beautiful member of the royal family”. Modelling for both Dolce & Gabbana and Chanel, Amelia was in the Vanity Fair International Best Dressed list in 2017. Not without her scandals, the model was once caught sunbathing topless in Ibiza and is a bit of an Instagram star and rebel – she has a tattoo of a tiger on her left shoulder and three animals on her wrist. A budding philanthropist, she has spoken about her interest in the environment. Phil said: “Amelia is not likely to feature as an active royal. Her modelling career and frequent racy appearances in the gossip…

Vanilla Custard Lamingtons Makes 16, Prep and Cook: 1 hour 6 eggs, at room temperature 1 cup caster sugar 1 cup self-raising flour ½ cup plain flour 2½ cups shredded coconut 1 cup desiccated coconut 300ml tub thickened cream, whipped VANILLA CUSTARD 4 egg yolks ¹/ ³ cup caster sugar ¼ cup vanilla custard powder 2 cups milk ICING 4 cups icing sugar mixture ½ cup cocoa powder 50g unsalted butter, chopped ¾ cup milk 1 Lightly grease two x 8-hole mini loaf pans (²/ ³ -cup capacity). Line bases and long sides of each hole with baking paper. 2 To make custard, whisk yolks, sugar and custard powder in a medium saucepan until smooth. Whisk in milk. Whisk constantly over a medium heat, until boiling and thickened. Transfer to…

Look for an insurer that offers member discounts, such as gap-free dental, multiple policy and loyalty discounts, etc. Couples who want pregnancy cover are potentially better off with two single policies – one with pregnancy cover and one without – rather than a couple’s policy. Review your policy regularly (at least every six months) to ensure it is still the best value for money. Use it or lose it. Don’t forget to use up those extras limits as they reset every year. Easy ways to get value include getting prescription sunnies, having a scale and clean at the dentist, claiming a gym membership rebate or quit smoking course, or even just having a massage.…

Keep it cool with classic colours that complement a green outlook. Mantara Dining Table ($999) and Cate Chair ($99 each), earlysettler.com.au . So pretty you’ll forget they’re plastic! Embossed Acrylic Tumblers ($7 for set of 4) and Bowls ($7 for set of 4), kmart.com.au . Edison Vintage Style Outdoor Festoon Lights, from $79, templeandwebster.com.au  . Lifestyle Traders Antique Gold Outer Aluminium and Enamel Chip and Dip Server in Cobalt Blue, $99.95, templeandwebster.com.au  . Bar stools are perfect for small areas. Nova Caeli Teruna 5-Piece Outdoor Bar Set in Grey, $1299, zanui.com.au . A big, protective umbrella is a must for summer entertaining. Octagonal Umbrella W330 x D380 x H260cm, $699, harveynorman .com.au. Cheese Marker…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 A bold professional or personal undertaking will push up stress levels. Keep a clear practical overview and you’ll go from strength to strength. Issues you feel strongly about will arise, so choose your battles thoughtfully to make your biggest impact. A family event will call for a concerted effort. A stroke of good fortune will put more money in your pocket. A useful gift or purchase will serve you well. LUCKY NUMBERS: 16, 20, 24 CANCER JUN 22 – JUL 23 Supporting a friend or relative in a way that only you can will be meaningful for both of you. Conversely, uneasy vibes with someone close could put you at odds. An urgent task or inconvenient request could be disruptive and it’ll also twist…

CHRISTMAS TIPS Perfect timing New Idea and thank you for 6 Ways to Avoid Silly Season Weight Gain (NI Dec 10). It can be quite difficult to walk in on a festive feast filled with your favourite foods and try to keep the kilojoule intake to an acceptable level, but thanks to your commonsense approach, it won’t be hard to enjoy the offerings and stop worrying about weight gain. Sometimes it really is the simple tips and tricks that work the best. CHRISTINA HATZIS, YOKINE, WA. BARBECUE READY With summer finally here I was impressed with the barbecue recipes in this week’s mag (NI Dec 10). It’s great to have different meal choices that look and no doubt will taste delicious. The cooking section is always my first read in…

WHAT’S YOUR PARTNER’S QUIRKIEST HABIT? Todd: Whenever Natasha asks me a question and I know the answer, she thinks I’m wrong, but when I don’t know the answer she can’t work out why I don’t know it! Natasha: He always has to be at the airport early. THEIR SECRET DOMESTIC SKILL? Todd: Organisation. She keeps everything moving and in good working order. Natasha: Todd’s the best cook ever. I’m one lucky wife! THE REALITY TV SHOW THEY’D WIN? Todd: Natasha would be good on The Block . She loves houses and is a very good decorator. Natasha: There’s no doubt he’d take us into battle on Family Food Fight .…

BOOK BEAUTIFUL YOU BY NAT KRINGOUDIS Founder of a Melbourne women’s health clinic, Nat is passionate about fusing Western and Chinese medicine. This guide to health, hormones, sexuality, and creating a happier self, is a great resource. It also has some yummy recipes to feed the body and soul. Out now. TOUR MUMFORD AND SONS Performing favourites like “I Will Wait” and “The Cave”, as well as stuff from their new record, the British folk rockers kick off the Australian leg of their six-month Delta tour – named after their fourth album, out now – in Brisbane, followed by sold-out gigs in Sydney, then Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. From Jan. 15. STREAMING GRACE AND FRANKIE Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin’s odd couple return for Season 5 of their…

Amid finalising her divorce from Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie is rumoured to be dating Golden Globe winner, Alfonso Cuaron. While she didn’t attend the Globes, Angelina was spotted out with the Mexican director, 57, at a private screening of Roma just days before the event. Angelina, 43, has known Alfonso for a number of years and was meant to star in his movie Gravity , but turned the role down. “I had conversations with Angelina, but then she went to do [another] film,” Alfonso said at the time. “It’s just something that happens.”…

They’ve been dating since late last year, but it appears Dr Chris Brown and Liv Phyland may be heading for splitsville after an image surfaced on social media which was said to have “broken” the Bondi Vet’s heart. In the image, Liv is seen hanging out with former Bachelorette star Luke McLeod. Liv appeared to be enjoying a road trip with Luke and a bunch of mates, who he called “legends” in his Instagram feed. Uploading the image to his account, Luke captioned the image “please get more legends around you in 2019”. In December, Chris and Liv’s romance was said to have fizzled out after images surfaced of the pair having a problematic chat while picnicking in NSW.…

Amid rumours Meghan is struggling to cope with life as a royal, insiders reveal that the Duchess of Sussex is on the hunt for a secret bolthole she can escape to when the pressure gets too much. “Meghan is really struggling with all the public backlash against her and all the negativity she’s copping at the moment,” says a palace source. “But it’s the stress of Christmas and the tension with Kate and William that has really tipped her over the edge.” Those close to the pregnant 37-year-old reveal the former actress had no idea her life as a royal would be so challenging. Now, rumours are swirling that she’s so desperate to retain an element of normality in that she is seriously considering taking up a $6 million offer…

She spent the festive season soaking up the sunshine at a private villa in beautiful Byron Bay with her boyfriend Matthew Copley and a handful of close friends. Now, New Idea can reveal the secret behind Delta Goodrem’s incredible bikini body, which she proudly displayed during her recent getaway after shedding some weight and spending time working on her muscle tone prior to the holiday season. “I’m a clean-living girl,” Delta previously revealed of her health and fitness regime during an interview with lifestyle website Rescu. “It doesn’t mean that I don’t enjoy a glass of wine and a dance and it doesn’t mean that I don’t eat chocolate. I would say that I’m a healthy-living person.” For breakfast, Delta says she has a super smoothie every morning, which consists…

Julie, 36 Business Manager, NSW Ready to be a mum Melissa, 38 Talent Agent, NSW Desperate to find a man Lauren, 31 Makeup Artist, NSW A real romantic Martha, 30 Makeup Artist, NSW Likes to look good Heidi, 38 Radio Announcer, Qld Bright and bubbly Jessika, 26 Administration Officer, WA The party animal Cyrell, 29 Health Fund Consultant, NSW A self described “firecracker” Ning, 32 Hairdresser, Qld Sassy and quick-witted Ines, 28 Legal Assistant, Qld Strong-willed and direct Elizabeth, 27 Store Manager, NSW Headstrong and outspoken…

Just 10 months ago, Elise Dunstan tipped the scales at 134kg while her wardrobe was filled with unflattering size-24 clothes. The 23-year-old from Brisbane was gripped by a dangerous addiction to sugar – constantly snacking on chocolate, cake and ice-cream, while also downing nearly two litres of soft drink a day. Elise was also plagued with frightening health issues caused by her weight, with doctors warning she may never be able to have kids due to dangerously high cholesterol levels. And with an extensive history of diabetes in her family, it was only a matter of time before Elise too would be struck down by the disease. “THERE WERE NO FAD DIETS, NO SHAKES, NO PILLS, NO POTIONS AND NO SURGERY...” “I’d always been overweight as a child and throughout…

BEST EVER BACK TO SCHOOL LUNCHES Barbecued Chicken Noodle Combo Serves 2, Prep: 10 mins ½ x 250g packet long-life noodles 1 tblsp light soy sauce 1 tblsp barbecue sauce 2 tsps sweet chilli sauce 100g shredded roast chicken meat 125g can corn kernels, drained 1 small carrot, coarsely grated 75g green beans, thinly sliced diagonally 1 Cook noodles according to packet directions. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain well. Transfer to a medium bowl. Chop roughly with kitchen scissors. 2 Combine all sauces in a small jug. Add to noodles with chicken, corn, carrot and beans. Toss well. 3 Divide mixture between two airtight containers. Refrigerate. TIP You can also serve this dish warm. Simply place noodle mixture in a microwave-safe dish and heat in the microwave oven. Italian…

Barbecued Lamb Kebabs with Fresh Tomato Relish Serves 6, Prep and Cook: 1 hour, 10 mins 2 x 1.1kg butterflied lamb leg marinated in olive oil, rosemary and garlic, well-trimmed ¼ cup olive oil 1 large red onion, peeled 12 x 25cm long metal skewers 2 tsps Outback Spirit Tasmanian Pepper Salt (See Tip) Fresh mint leaves, to garnish FRESH TOMATO RELISH 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved ¼ cup red wine vinegar 250g jar tomato relish (1 cup) 2 tblsps smoky barbecue sauce 1 To make relish, combine tomatoes and vinegar in a medium saucepan over a medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 3 minutes, or until tomatoes are soft. Stir in relish and sauce. Bring to boil. Transfer to a bowl. Cool. Refrigerate, covered. 2 Cut lamb into…

Sweet Chilli Chicken and Pineapple with Salad Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 25 mins 2 tblsps sweet chilli sauce 2 tblsps kecap manis 1 tblsp wholegrain mustard 2 tsps sesame oil 12 chicken tenderloins (850g), trimmed 440g can pineapple thins in juice, drained 6 butter lettuce leaves 1 large carrot, peeled 1 Lebanese cucumber, trimmed, thinly sliced Lime wedges, Kewpie mayonnaise and extra sweet chilli sauce, to serve 1 Combine sauce, kecap manis, mustard and sesame oil in a large bowl. Add chicken. Toss to coat. 2 Place pineapple in a single layer on absorbent kitchen paper. Pat dry. 3 Heat a lightly oiled, large grill plate over a medium heat. Add the pineapple. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until charred. Remove. Cover to keep…

For added indulgence, why not perform your massage with a rose quartz healing stone or roller and mimic Australian model Miranda Kerr’s beauty routine.  Miranda uses her Kora Organics heart-shaped facial sculptor daily to help massage in products and improve lymphatic drainage. It’s also said to help boost circulation in the skin, decrease puffiness, help remove toxins and enhance the absorption of your moisturisers, serums and oils (phew!). “I put it in the fridge to make it extra cooling and to get the circulation going and then my face just feels like I’ve had an at-home facial!” says Kerr. Splurge: Kora Organics Rose Quartz Heart Facial Sculptor, $72.95, koraorganics.com . Steal: Sportsgirl Rose Quartz Face Roller, $29.95, sportsgirl.com.au .…

Now that Christmas is over and we’ve welcomed in the new year, it’s time to start thinking about getting ready to face the first term of school. Getting organised can seem daunting, whether you’ve got a little one starting school for the first time, or you’re a seasoned professional and it’s been six long weeks since you’ve last had to pack a bag or make a sandwich. Our guide will help you with what to buy, and offer advice and tips from the experts who have been there and done that!…

Perfecting a school lunch box is an art form! It’s got to be the right balance of healthy, fresh and appealing enough for kids to enjoy each day. Back in our day, a Vegemite sandwich in a snap-lock bag with some biscuits or chips and a piece of fruit was pretty standard, but the humble lunch box has evolved! There’s no need to stress, as packing lunches can be easy if you’re organised. George Georgievski of School Lunch Box is Instagram famous for his creative, yet simple lunch box creations he packs daily for his two daughters. Here, he shares some hacks to help you in the kitchen: • Use the ‘five’ rule to achieve balance. “I include two pieces of fruit and three vegies, it’s as simple as that,”…

Q My father died some years ago. Relationships in the family were strained at the time and he was not living with us when he died. He was a subject that was not discussed. Is there a message for us? I have been researching but have not been able to find out much about his service during WWII. We all need closure – thank you. Michele, via email. A Michele, I’m sorry to hear that your family wasn’t close at the end of your dad’s life. WWII was a traumatic war that changed many of the brave young men who fought for their country’s future and Europe’s freedom. So I’m not surprised that your dad didn’t talk about his time in the service more. It was also at a time…

Q I’ve been seeing a new man for a few months and we get on really well when it’s just the two of us, but he doesn’t seem to be interested in meeting my friends. I keep suggesting a casual group dinner in a pub, but he keeps avoiding it, saying that social situations make him anxious. My friends are very important to me and I’m dying to introduce him to them. I can’t think what to do – do you have any suggestions? BELLA, VIA EMAIL A Rather than a group dinner, could you have a few drinks with a couple of friends at a time. The new man needs to know how important your friends are and should toughen up and learn to socialise. Just introduce them gradually…

Candice Fox is one of Australia’s bestselling writers. Her first novel, Hades , won the Ned Kelly Award for best debut in 2014; she began collaborating with American author, James Patterson a year later and their first co-written thriller, Never Never, debuted at number one on the New York Times bestseller list. Gone By Midnight , the third novel in Candice’s Crimson Lake series, is out this month. What kind of research do you do for your books? When I was in LA I started writing to this serial killer who was on death row in San Quentin [Prison]. I thought, well I’ve got the opportunity to visit [him], I don’t know…