Indholdsfortegnelse for 29 July 2019 i New Idea

Actress, singer and all round super star Jennifer Lopez turns 50 this week, but the mum-of-two still looks as amazing as ever! The star is celebrating her milestone in style, as she is on tour. She announced her It’s My Party! tour while on the Ellen show and admitted she only feels 26! Thanks to a very dedicated fitness and health regime, J.Lo has an incredible figure and ageless visage. So what’s her secret? “I am 100 per cent convinced that working out is part of what makes me so happy,” she told Hello!. “Dance has always been a huge part of my life and taking the time to move my body and do something that’s so good for me is key to my happiness. And I really believe that when…

Married at First Sight’s Davina Rankin is expecting her first child and is positively glowing! Posting a picture of herself in a bikini to social media, the reality TV star – who received backlash following her ‘affair’ – showcased her bump and said: “Love notes to my little baby girl. I just know we’re going to be best friends. “You’re only the size of an eggplant, but you’ve already taken up my whole heart!” she added. She announced her pregnancy in May with boyfriend Jaxon Manuel.…

Australian sweetheart Nicole Kidman and her country singer husband, Keith Urban, flew into Sydney last week to spend time with their family. The stars took a break from their busy schedules to come back home and were seen arriving with their daughters, Sunday Rose, 11, and Faith Margaret, 8. The couple enjoyed the Sydney winter as they took Nicole’s mum, Janelle, for lunch and attended a Sunday church service with their girls. The family break couldn’t have come at a better time for the busy stars, as Keith is currently in the middle of his US tour, while Nicole has a few acting roles in the pipeline.…

Karl Stefanovic’s ex-wife, Cassandra Thorburn, was left red faced on live TV when the viral ageing app FaceApp was used on her during her slot on Studio 10. The app – which creates an aged version of your face – was also used on co-hosts Natarsha Belling  and Sarah Harris, and while they both laughed off their transformations, the 48-year-old author and mother of three didn’t seem too happy. When the image was revealed, Cass appeared a little humiliated. “Um, I don’t know about that. Not sure about that ... Not really sure about that,” she mumbled. “Where’s that photo ...? Oh, that’s from a photo off Instagram or something. I don’t know that you can take it from a photo of a photo of a photo ...” The image…

They’ve been the subject of engagement whispers for months, but as Bindi Irwin celebrates her milestone 21st birthday, fans are speculating whether the daughter of the late Steve Irwin will finally tie the knot with her long-term beau, Chandler Powell, 22. The loved-up couple appear more committed to each other than ever, posting a flurry of gushing social media posts in recent weeks, prompting their followers to wonder whether more celebrations will follow her 21st birthday, which is on July 24. Earlier this month, the animal activist shared a romantic message dedicated to Chandler. “I THINK THE ONE THING THAT IS MOST IMPORTANT TO ME IS THAT MY FAMILY IS WITH ME” Posting a photo of the couple cuddling up on what looked like a wildlife expedition, the former Dancing…

Being on a judging panel on a reality TV show is no foreign spot for Nicole Scherzinger to find herself in. The Grammy nominated triple threat was the lead singer of one of the best-selling girl groups of all time, The Pussycat Dolls, and has graced the stage in the revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical Cats on London’s West End. Having also been a judge on The X Factor US and UK and The Masked Singer US, it was a no-brainer when she said yes to joining Australia’s Got Talent. “I’m so excited, I’m over the moon,” the 41-year-old singer tells New Idea. Nicole, who will sit alongside comedic actor/entertainer Shane Jacobson, stage and screen star Lucy Durack and My Kitchen Rules’ presenter Manu Feildel, says she doesn’t have…

MATTY J He knew how to make Laura Byrne swoon on The Bachelor, now the reality star is going to have all of Australia swooning, when he strips down to his birthday suit. However, the 32-year-old hunky radio host is worried about his dance moves. “I have this fear that everyone will be in sync and I will be three moves behind.” GEORGE BURGESS He scored one of the most memorable tries in NRL history, contributing to the Rabbitohs’ first win in 43 years, before going on to play 12 tests in the Rugby League World Cup. Now, George, 27, is set to show off his dance moves – but is he ready to go the full monty? LOTE TUQIRI Lote, 39, might have been a footy legend, but these…

Former policeman and one-time ‘Mr Fix It’ for some of Kings Cross’ most notorious identities, Charles Staunton has lived life on both sides of the law. “I enjoyed being a policeman and thought I was going to save the world,” Charles, 60, tells New Idea. “It was exciting. But it was also disappointing because they seemed to get away with everything. “There was a hard-drinking culture; the law didn’t really seem to apply to the police – it applied to everyone else.” Charles says the police were “a hassle to most of the establishments”. “If you were in Kings Cross, everyone was doing something illegal, whether it was not paying your taxes, or because the licensing laws forced you to do something illegal or you’d never sell a drink,” he…

APRIL 19, 1989 Trisha Meili entered Central Park for her night-time jog at 9pm. While running, she was attacked from behind with a tree branch, dragged from the path, raped and left for dead. At the same time, 30 teenage boys entered the park. APRIL 20, 1989 Trisha was found close to death at 1.30am and police instantly connect her attack with other crimes that night. Police brought in five teens and subjected them to hours of harsh questioning. Four of the boys confessed to being involved. APRIL 27-29, 1989 All five teenagers were indicted on  counts of attempted murder, rape, assault and rioting. MAY 10, 1989 Trisha regained consciousness but could not identify her attacker. Donald Trump, then a real estate mogul, paid $85,000 for full-page ads in New…

Rhubarb Crumble Impossible Pie Serves 8–10, Prep and Cook: 55 mins ½ x 300g packet Anzac biscuits ½ cup desiccated coconut ½ cup quick oats ¼ cup plain flour 4 eggs ²/ ³ cup caster sugar ¼ cup golden syrup 125g unsalted butter, melted 2 cups milk 1½ cups chopped rhubarb (200g) Whipped cream, to serve 1 Lightly grease a 23cm round ovenproof pie dish (6-cup capacity). 2 Process biscuits in a food processor to form fine crumbs. Transfer to a medium bowl. Stir in coconut, oats and flour. Set aside ¼ cup of the mixture for topping. 3 Whisk eggs, sugar and syrup in a large bowl. Add butter and milk. Whisk until combined. Stir in remaining biscuit mixture. Pour into prepared dish. 4 Sprinkle reserved ¼ cup biscuit…

She’s the tidying guru who took the world by storm, and now Marie Kondo has set her sights on kids. The best-selling author of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up has written a picture book about two friends who have different skills when it comes to running their lives. Kiki & Jax: The Life-Changing Magic of Friendship tells the story of Kiki, who is a collector, and Jax, a sorter, and how their different approaches to life can cause tension. While many would pay good money for the secret to getting their kids to pick up after themselves, Marie’s book raises questions about how parents may be preventing kids from pulling their weight. Experts say we make it logistically hard for kids by taking over, using cleaning products they can’t…

MERE MALE After 30 years of marriage, my daughter asked her husband if he felt it would be a good idea for them to renew their wedding vows. “Why? When do they expire?” queried her MM hubby. FELICITY ROONEY, SALE, VIC. WEIGHT Y ISSUES It was lovely to read ‘Twice The Age, Half The Size!’ (NI, July 1). I found Frances Caratozzolo’s story very encouraging. She surely looks great, achieving her ideal weight by clearing her pantry, throwing out junk food and starting a balanced diet. Those of us who want to shed those unwanted pounds should follow what Frances did. If we are determined to lose weight we can do it. If we eat sensibly, exercise regularly, relax as much as possible and stay positive, then we can achieve…

WHAT’S YOUR PARTNER’S SECRET DOMESTIC SKILL? Lisa: Andy’s really great at folding things and making cupboards look really neat. Andy: Lisa can mop really well – and while she’s dancing at the same time! WHAT’S THE ONE THING YOU DISAGREE ON? Lisa: How to stack the dishwasher! Andy: I’m a bit OCD, so I’ll open the dishwasher and see dishes everywhere and mugs down the bottom where you should have plates. I’m constantly restacking it! WHO WOULD PLAY YOUR PARTNER IN A MOVIE ABOUT THEIR LIFE? Andy: Megan Fox. Lisa: Andy reminds me of Maverick, so I’m going to say Tom Cruise.…

No-one could accuse Angus McLaren of resting on his laurels. Since filming wrapped on the final season of Packed to the Rafters – in which Angus played the youngest Rafter, Nathan – the talented actor has notched up diverse roles in everything from Doctor Doctor to the film Hotel Mumbai, not to mention squeezing in a three-year degree at Perth’s acclaimed Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. “I’d always wanted to go to university but because of Rafters and H20 it didn’t occur – and so I went through the audition process,” he says, adding, “before I knew it, I was in WA. I’m so happy I did it.” Now the 30-year-old is back on our screens in Home and Away, reprising his role as Robbo’s (Jake Ryan) best mate,…

Amal Clooney has slammed American president Donald Trump for vilifying the media. “Today, the country of James Madison has a leader who vilifies the media, making honest journalists all over the world more vulnerable to abuse,” Amal said. “With authoritarianism, isolationism and nationalism gaining ground, the relevance of international institutions and respect for intentional norms are seriously in question,” she added. This news comes amid the never-ending rumours that her husband, George Clooney, will run for the role of US president in the future. While fans would love to see the power couple in the White House, George has denied the claims. ”I am not going to get into politics,” he revealed at a press conference. “I don’t have to make compromises for the things that I stand for and…

My mini break from Sunrise wrapped up last week so I thought I’d share a few of my favourite holiday shots. I want to point out that my holiday wasn’t all this idyllic. But the editors at New Idea were adamant they didn’t want photos of me completing loads of washing, clipping the cats’ toenails and filing my tax return (for the past three years). You’ll have to follow my Insta for that riveting content. Follow Sam & Coco’s adventures @sammacinsta & @lifeofmisscoco SUNRISE AIRS 5.30AM WEEKDAYS This week MONDAY SYDNEY TUESDAY SYDNEY WEDNESDAY SYDNEY THURSDAY SYDNEY FRIDAY SYDNEY…

After years of tumultuous custody battles with her ex Brad Pitt, actress Angelina Jolie has decided to let the actor spend summer with their kids. “Angelina is going to be spending a lot of the summer filming Those Who Wish Me Dead, so she reached out to Brad and offered him the chance to look after the children,” a source told The Sun. The pair, who have previously battled over arrangements to share their six children – Maddox, 17, Pax, 15, Zahara, 14, Shiloh, 13, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 11 – appear to have finally reached a turning point. “This is a massive step for them and the children, who have only had limited time with Brad since the break-up,” the source said.…

The Masked Singer Australia hasn’t even made it to air yet – but a catfight is already brewing between co-judges Dannii Minogue and Lindsay Lohan. A nasty feud has sparked over Lindsay’s hefty pay cheque and sources say Dannii is less than impressed the Mean Girls actress was picked for the job. “Dannii wasn’t told Lindsay would be her co-judge and she’s being paid twice what Dannii is making,” a source told New Idea. “Not only that, Lindsay is bringing an entourage of three. This includes her very expensive LA hair and makeup stylist, who Lindsay is demanding fly business, while Dannii gets two first class tickets.” The Channel 10 show announced Dannii and Lindsay would be judging alongside radio starlet Jackie O and comedian Dave Hughes. US-born Lindsay will…

MasterChef host George Calombaris would be feeling the heat, as workers’ rights advocates are calling for him to be axed from the show. The news comes after The Sydney Morning Herald reported George had been fined $200,000, following an investigation revealed he’d underpaid $7.83million in wages to 515 past and present employees from his company, Made Establishment. Australian Council of Trade Unions president Michele O’Neil told 3AW: “This is systemic stealing from workers. If you’re going to make your fortune and your name on the basis of a brand, then you’ve got to take responsibility for the workers in that brand.” The chef has expressed his “devastation” and is working to rectify the issue.…

This week, news broke that David Beckham’s father Ted, 71, was dating multimillionaire lawyer Hilary Meredith, 60, 17 years after divorcing his wife Sandra. And now sources reveal to New Idea that Victoria is getting anxious about the new relationship. Rumours that their own marriage may be on the rocks have been circling the British star couple and now the mother-of-four is said to be worried that if they were to separate, her husband would be able to get his affairs in order quite quickly by seeking advice from Hilary’s firm. A close family friend revealed: “Posh is absolutely petrified about Ted’s relationship with Hilary – immediately freaking out when she realised the lawyer’s firm specialises in family law – telling pals that she was convinced David’s seeking advice from…

Minestrone Beef Casserole with Parmesan Dumplings Serves 6, Prep and Cook: 2 hours, 40 mins ¼ cup olive oil 1.8kg beef chuck steak, trimmed, cut into 5cm pieces 3 bacon rashers, rind removed, chopped 1 large onion, chopped 2 carrots, cut into 1cm pieces 4 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tblsps chopped fresh oregano ¼ cup tomato paste 400g jar basil-flavoured tomato pasta sauce PARMESAN DUMPLINGS 50g cold butter, chopped 2 cups self-raising flour ½ cup grated parmesan ½ cup chopped fresh parsley ¾ cup milk 1 Heat 2 tblsps of oil in a flameproof casserole dish (14-cup capacity) over a high heat. Add beef in three batches. Cook, turning occasionally for about 5 minutes, or until browned all over. Remove. 2 Heat remaining oil in same dish over a medium…

MONDAY Peanut Singapore Noodles Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 20 mins 250g thin rice stick noodles ¼ cup crunchy peanut butter ¼ cup soy sauce 1 tblsp vegetable oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 500g pork mince 1 tblsp mild curry powder 1 large carrot, peeled, coarsely shredded 200g snow peas, trimmed, halved diagonally ½ cup fresh coriander leaves Lemon wedges, to serve 1 Place noodles in a large heatproof bowl. Cover with boiling water. Stand for 5 minutes. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain well. 2 Whisk peanut butter with sauce in a small jug until combined. 3 Heat oil in a large, non-stick wok over a medium to high heat. Add onion and garlic. Stir-fry until soft. Add pork. Stir-fry, breaking up mince for a…

1 INGREDIENT FOCUS “Lathering up your mane with Kakadu Plum Shampoo and Conditioner. It’s a gentle plant-based formula, which can help transform dry or damaged hair to look and feel fuller,” says Nader. This may also be a good ingredient to look out for if you’re a daily washer as the nourishing ingredients won’t dry out hair. Nader further explains the benefits of the Australian native are endless – the fruit is rich in vitamin C (providing hydration, making it less likely to break), it’s nutrient-rich and also “helps maintain the level of collagen and elastin, which is essential for healthy, glossy and lustrous hair”. 2 SERUM SOLUTION “One of my biggest loves is using a serum,” says Nader, advising “only when your strands are damp, never apply on dry…

DECIDE WHAT YOU WANT THEM TO DO For instance, you might clean out their lunch boxes but you expect them to bring them to the kitchen as soon as they get home from school. Or you may expect them to help prepare the vegetables for dinner. USE LOGICAL CONSEQUENCES There’s no point denying your child a sleepover when they don’t hang their towel up. Instead, leave them to use a wet towel. If they don’t bring their lunch box to the kitchen, don’t make their lunch. They have to feel the impact of their lack of responsibility. BE A ROLE MODEL If you set a tidying rule, follow it yourself. If you don’t change the toilet roll on the holder you can’t expect them to do it. “HAVING A BABY…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 You’ll throw yourself into plans with a loved one, a passionate personal interest or creative pursuit and give off your very best; it may also be expensive. A celebration, generous gestures and unusual outlays could put dents in the finances as well. An emotional family issue will call for understanding. A beautiful new household possession and welcoming a favourite visitor will add to your happiness. Lucky Numbers: 2, 3, 8 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 A domestic or family project will grow to a challenging new level; only you can draw the line. An insightful exchange with a relative will build empathy; you’ll understand them or their situation better. Exploring a beautiful or sentimental place will be thought provoking, a subtle message will…

When my two children were preschoolers, my husband started seeing ghosts in our little 1920s cottage in Sydney. These were no corner-of-the-eye shadows, but full apparitions. There was a cheeky boy who peered at him from around a doorway, a lady in a red nightgown who glided down the hall and, finally, a blonde girl who was so lifelike, he mistook her for our daughter. I never saw them (phew!) but I did sense a strange charge in the air, as light bulbs exploded and toys crashed over in the dead of night. Though this was the most extreme spooky encounter I’d ever experienced, it wasn’t the first. I’d been aware of a world beyond our senses since I was very young, listening wide-eyed to my mother’s stories about uncanny…

WHO IS HE? Mark Furze was just a teenager from the NSW country town of Orange when he was cast as a bad boy with a good heart, Eric ‘Ric’ Dalby, in Channel Seven’s Home and Away, in 2004. WHAT WAS IT LIKE IN THE SHOW? “It was crazy,” Mark, 33, tells New Idea. “There is not really any handbook on how to deal with [fame] and how to carry yourself.” At the time, the show was in the midst of a ‘golden era’. Mark’s co-stars included Sharni Vinson, Chris Hemsworth, Isabel Lucas and Todd Lasance. “People loved that show, and I realised people will love you whether you like it or not. It’s [the show] a real monster.” Mark says the then inexperienced cast bonded over their shared experiences…

MONDAY Mackenzie has good reason to be grateful to Colby, while over at the safe house Lance delivers important news to Robbo. TUESDAY Jasmine and Robbo make a guarded return to the Bay, while Tori remains at the safe house. But could the newlyweds be placing themselves directly in harm’s way? WEDNESDAY Ryder drops a bombshell on Raffy – and it’s one that leaves the teen devastated! THURSDAY Bella is shocked when Irene says she’s considering turning herself in. Can she change her mind?…

In a seaside suburb in 1982 Australia, Theresa, Marie, Leanne and Elaine are dealing with personal struggles, from grief and loneliness to marital difficulties and past traumas. But when they start meeting for ocean swims, they build a friendship circle amid the bluebottle stings and shark sightings. A tender, heartwarming read. “‘Sun’s coming up,’ says Marie. Leanne looks towards the horizon and half closes her eyes against the intense golden light that looks as if it’s opening up the whole world. The bay seems enormous: the pool is a contained space and she realises she’s built her confidence within those constraints. But now, with an ocean that reaches the horizon and beyond, she’s not feeling so sure.”…

Actor Chris Hemsworth was spotted on a boat last week with his wife, Elsa Pataky, and their friends, Hollywood star Matt Damon and his wife, Luciana. They were celebrating Elsa’s 43rd birthday but at one point, the Thor star was seen spending a moment alone with Luciana. While Chris is a devoted husband, it would only be natural for Elsa to get a little jealous, as the handsome Aussie would no doubt attract attention!…

He caused the biggest upset The Bachelor has ever seen with his shock decision to pick no winner in the show’s dramatic finale last year. However, Nick ‘Honey Badger’ Cummins is set to return to the Network Ten franchise to shake things up yet again. New Idea can now exclusively reveal that the former Rugby Union player will be joining this year’s season of The Bachelorette as an intruder, vying for Angie Kent’s heart. A source says the 31-year-old is single and ready to mingle – and redeem himself. Despite describing his time as Australia’s Bachelor in 2018 as “soul destroying”, Nick has apparently recovered from the controversy and is now willing to put everything on the line again to find his match. “Following the backlash Nick copped after his…

For decades, every detail of Prince Charles’ affair with now wife Camilla Parker Bowles was splashed across the media. But little is known about the Prince of Wales’ secret Australian mistress, Kanga Tryon, who died just months after his first wife, Princess Diana, in alarmingly mysterious circumstances. Now, New Idea can exclusively reveal the story of the Aussie woman, once described as “the only woman who ever understood” Charles, who became the focus of an alleged attempted murder cover-up. Born 1948 in Melbourne, Dale Harper relocated to London in 1972 and within weeks had met her future husband, Anthony Tryon, 3rd Baron Tryon. As Baroness Tryon, the Aussie native was thrust into the world of the British aristocracy, where she was quickly introduced to Prince Charles – who happened to…

Secret files accusing Prince Andrew of having sex with an underage ‘sex slave’ are going to be reopened by a judge investigating the Jeffrey Epstein case. The billionaire and long-time friend of the royal stands accused of recruiting girls as young as 14 and sexually abusing them. One of the 2000 files include that of Virginia Roberts, now 35, who claims Epstein forced her to have sex with Prince Andrew. In 2001, the duke was pictured with Virginia at her home in London, but Prince Andrew strongly denies all her accusations. A judge previously dismissed the claims, however, with the case being reopened, the prince – who was last photographed partying with Epstein in Manhattan in 2010 – could no doubt be dragged into the scandal again. The palace maintains…

DIPPER ‘MY WIFE LOVED WATCHING ME STRIP’ They might have been married for 40 years and seen it all, but Robert ‘Dipper’ DiPierdomenico, 61, reveals that his wife, Cheryl, loved every minute of watching him get his kit off in The All New Monty. “My wife was in the audience,” he tells New Idea, “and she loved it!” Of course, the ex-footy player isn’t just doing it for her, he is doing it to help raise awareness for men’s health issues. “I do a lot of work in the mental-health area,” he says. “So when this came about, I thought, ‘Why not?’ It’s a great opportunity to get out there and spread this positive message. “I didn’t know what to expect, but I had so much fun, I…

After shedding an incredible 55kg and dropping five dress sizes, Kate Jones, from Long Jetty, NSW, should’ve finally been happy with her new body. In 2014, Kate had reached her lowest weight of 65kg and was a size 10. The now 28-year-old teacher had undergone massive weight loss over 18 months and everyone thought she seemed happier than ever. But deep inside, Kate was battling demons that had reared their ugly head as a result of her dramatic lifestyle change. “When I was losing weight, my mind was completely consumed by fitness and food,” Kate reveals to New Idea. “At the time, I didn’t see a problem with how obsessed I was because I was constantly receiving compliments.” “It wasn’t until I distanced myself from dieting that I saw how…

Iced VoVo Tartlets Makes 21, Prep and Cook: 25 mins 250g packet Arnott’s Butternut Snap Cookie ¼ cup raspberry jam 2 tblsps desiccated coconut FILLING 2 cups icing sugar mixture ½ tsp coconut essence 2-2½ tblsps milk Liquid pink food colouring, to tint 1 Place each cookie, base-side of cookie facing up, over 21 holes of two greased 12-hole round-based patty pans (1½-tablespoon capacity). 2 Cook in a moderate oven (180C) for about 3 minutes, or until cookies are softened. Remove from oven. Gently press down the sides and in the centre of each warm cookie to fit into the hole to form a case. Cool in patty pans. 3 Spoon about ½ teaspoon jam into biscuit case. 4 To make filling, place sugar in a bowl. Stir in essence…

Sticky Banoffee Self-Saucing Pudding Serves 6, Prep and Cook: 55 mins 2 small bananas, peeled (about 170g each) 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed Softly whipped cream, to serve PUDDING 1¾ cups self-raising flour ½ cup brown sugar, firmly packed ½ cup milk 2 eggs 100g unsalted butter, melted, cooled 1 cup ripe mashed banana ¾ cup coarsely chopped pecans 1 Lightly grease a large ovenproof dish (12-cup capacity). 2 To make pudding, sift flour and sugar into a large bowl. 3 Combine milk, eggs and butter in a medium jug. Whisk well. Add to flour mixture with mashed banana. Whisk until smooth. Stir in pecans. Pour into prepared dish. Smooth over top. 4 Cut bananas lengthways in half. Place cut-side up on top of pudding. Sprinkle with sugar. Slowly…

Q My sister said she would help with a bill, but she didn’t stay true to her word. If I try to contact my sister about this issue, she chooses to ignore me. Apart from the financial issue, my sister and I don’t spend time together anymore. I don’t really know why my sister doesn’t reach out to me. Seeking answers to a question that may never be answered is exhausting. Would you accept that the fractured relationship could stay the same? LARA, VIA EMAIL. I’m guessing this isn’t the first time you have asked her for financial support. Possibly she is avoiding you because you have your hand out to her and she isn’t interested in helping anymore. Look at the kind of sibling you are and you may…

It may have been many years in the making – almost 12 to be precise – but the wedding of House Rules favourites Lisa and Andy was undoubtedly well worth the wait. For the affable Adelaide couple, who tied the knot on May 26 last year, the biggest day of their lives was simply picture-perfect. And married life, it seems, has been a happy whirlwind of love, laughter and, of course, renovation challenges ever since! “We’re coming up to 13 years together in August,” says Lisa, adding with a laugh, “so it’s been a very long innings!” “We met,” says Andy, “after Lisa added me on MySpace, back when it was the thing, and I thought she was pretty and accepted her friend request. We met up at a local…

DOCO DIEGO MARADONA A look at the career  of celebrated footballer Diego Maradona and his eventual fall from grace. This Cannes-selected doco is surprisingly emotional and should be a huge hit for soccer fans. Out Thursday. FILM THE KEEPER The Keeper follows footballer and German prisoner of war Bert Trautmann, as he and a young English woman overcome prejudice and tragedy at the end of World War II. With a 94 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it’s one to watch. Out Thursday. PODCAST EXTREMES PODCAST A podcast by Vice, Extremes chronicles stories of people who have lived through wild situations, including a man who mailed himself from the UK to Australia and a banker who embezzled $700 million. Out now.…

What’s your new book about? Evie Cormac [is] a very damaged and vulnerable teenager who was found six years ago hiding in a secret room in a house where a man had been tortured to death. A young forensic psychologist, Cyrus Haven, is sent to the children’s home to interview Evie and decide if she’s ready to be released into society. He discovers a girl who is vain, self-destructive, paranoid and self-hating, but possessed of a unique gift (or a curse): she can tell when someone is lying. How does it feel to watch your novel The Secrets She Keeps be turned into a TV series? Having the TV series made in Australia has been a huge advantage because I could get involved from the outset, working on the storyboarding…

Australian Ninja Warrior couple, Ryan Solomon and his wife, Amie, were told the words no couple wants to hear: at 17 weeks gestation, they had lost their daughter, Lola, in August last year. “I just dropped to my knees and this raw primal scream came out of me,” Amie tells New Idea. “It’s only a noise that a mother who lost her child could make.” But they never gave up on their dream for a baby and are thrilled to announce they are expecting a son, River Rye, in August. “It’s super exciting after such a crazy emotional last year,” says Ryan. Now, with only weeks until they welcome their son, the couple have everything ready to go. “The nursery is painted and complete,” reveals Ryan. “And, I’m actually going…