Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 9, 2024 i New Idea

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Angelina Jolie’s first husband, actor Jonny Lee Miller, has admitted they got into some crazy situations during their brief four-year marriage. In a recent radio interview, the Elementarystar revealedealed the 48-year-old actress convinced him to “jump out of an aeroplane” – even though it was “terrifying”. “I was dating a young lady called Angelina and she said, ‘Let’s do something excitinging this weekend,’” Jonny, 51, recalled of their skydiving adventure. “She was cool as a cucumber.” Radio X host Johnny Vaughan also recounted a story about how the Trainspottingstar told him he’d learnt “knife throwing” while dating the adventureseeking Oscar winner! Although their marriage ended in 1999, Ange has previously confirmed her ex “is still a great friend”.…

Kylie Minogue has made a frank admission about her past relationships, revealing “there’s some romances I maybe could have done without”. The ‘I Should Be So Lucky’ singer has an impressive list of high-profile exes, including Olivier Martinez, Andrés Velencoso, Michael Hutchence, Jason Donovan, Joshua Sasse and most recently, GQ creative director, Paul Solomons. But the 55-year-old performer didn’t explicitly single out which former lovers she regretted. “But hey, you fall in love. What can you do? And you live and you learn,” the Grammy winner told The Mirror. “It’s all part of what makes us human.”…

After a tumultuous few months that has included staff resignations and show cancellations, Network 10’s stable of stars have been dealt their toughest blow yet – the tragic loss of one of their own. The network are rallying around each other to grieve the loss of former star presenter, Jesse Baird, who was killed alongside his partner Luke Davies. The men were last seen on Monday, February 19. Sarah Harris and Narelda Jacobs both broke down in tears while reporting the tragic events. Speaking out on The Project, Sarah recalled how her Studio 10 colleague Jesse, 26, would light up the newsroom. “It’s been a really hard week for a lot of us right across the network. It’s hard to even talk about Jesse in the past tense,” Sarah said,…

Married At First Sight golden couple Jules Robinson and Cameron Merchant have announced they’re expecting their second child after years of trying to fall pregnant. “It’s been a long time in the making but we finally did it!” Jules, 41, shared on Instagram. The couple, who met and fell in love on the reality show in 2019, admitted to the Something To Talk About podcast that they’d been trying to grow their family since their threeyear-old son Ollie was one. “We were realistically going into 2024 thinking, ‘If it doesn’t happen, we will look at the IVF route’, but I never lost faith that my body could do this again,” Jules revealed. And the author and business owner hinted that they may not stop at just two kids! “If we…

TO JOIN The Free, Gay and Happy network, search for fgnhappy on Facebook When best friends Teresa Leggett and Michael Gardiner take to their Mardi Gras float this year, it will mark 20 years since they first attended one of the biggest LGBTQIA+ festivals in the world. The annual Sydney event means a lot more than just feathers and fun to them – it’s an opportunity for the pair to reflect on how the community parade has helped them navigate tough times in their lives. Teresa and Michael used to be husband and wife. Then, after a decade of marriage, Michael, 53, realised he was gay. “I think I knew before he did,” Teresa, 49, tells New Idea. “I asked him a million different ways if there was anything he…

SHOCK CONFESSION MADELEINE McCANN The prime suspect in Madeleine McCann’s disappearance has allegedly confessed that the then three-year-old “didn’t scream” when she was taken from her parents’ holiday home in Portugal on May 3, 2007. Convicted rapist Christian Brueckner was named by German authorities as the prime suspect in Maddie’s case in 2020. Now, Helge Busching, a petty criminal and former friend to Brueckner, has told journalist Jutta Rabe that the sex criminal confessed to him at a music festival that Maddie remained silent through the alleged taking. “He said ‘she didn’t scream’, she didn’t scream’, that is what Brueckner said and then I looked at Mr Brueckner and thought ‘what are you telling me now?’” Helge said in audio aired during a recent segment on 60 Minutes. Speaking to…

When Michele Lochhead bought herself a stand-up paddleboard, she never expected it would become her dog Poppy’s favourite toy. But the moment Michele launched her watercraft in the bay three years ago, her five-year-old groodle jumped on board too. Poppy has since moved on to surfing with Michele. Last year, they were crowned the wave riding champions at the Noosa Festival of Surfing. “From day one she has just walked up the front of the board and waited for me to take off,” Michele, 32, tells New Idea. “She has such good balance. “She’s just a natural.” While Michele had never been a shredder herself, her semi-professional surfer husband Luke Jenssen, 36, spent months giving the pair lessons, with Poppy leading the way. Now, barely a day passes without the…

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GREASE THE MUSICAL For tickets, dates and information about the national tour, visit greasemusical. com.au Jay Laga’aia is having the time of his life playing Vince Fontaine in the touring revival of Grease, and admits to loving “the madness” that comes with being on stage. Here, the talented performer gives us the lowdown on what audiences can expect when they pay Rydell High a visit… How does it feel being part of such an iconic show? It’s a voyage of discovery. Stripping away some of the predictable reactions and situations to focus on the narrative – and then supporting that with such powerhouse choreography – is amazing to watch. Have there been any dramas? Mine are always with Patti Newton! She is forever pushing me around … we’re like…

WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS... Taylor Swift has been left humiliated after reports emerged last week that her boyfriend Travis Kelce was spotted in Las Vegas “partying with girls in a club”. Just days after the couple’s brief reunion in Sydney amid Taylor’s Australian Eras Tour, Travis, 34, jetted to Vegas to reunite with his Kansas City Chiefs teammates and celebrate their Super Bowl win. However, word of Travis’ Vegas party boy shenanigans quickly filtered back to Taylor’s camp, and New Idea hears it raised concerns over whether the 34-year-old singer should continue on in the relationship. “Travis was supposed to go back to the USA and prove himself as husband material, but instead he’s been snapped partying with girls in a club,” reveals an insider. “Taylor’s management team are absolutely…

Samantha Armytage is mourning the loss of her beloved dog, Banjo. The former Sunrise host shared the sad news on Instagram last week, admitting her “heart is completely broken” over the loss of her “darling boy”. “He was my best mate, my baby & my shadow,” Sam wrote in the post. “I don’t know what I’m going to do without him.” The 47-yearold revealed her Labrador retriever tragically passed away a few weeks earlier in the NSW country town of Wagga, where she suspects “he may have been bitten by a snake”. “It was very sudden and I want to thank our vet who fought so, so hard to save him,” Samantha said. “We are all so sad.” The TV presenter’s celebrity pals took to the comments section to share…

The historic 20th season of The Block will not feature wannabe influencers or social media personalities – if host Scott Cam and producers have their way! The host and showrunners are said to be adamant that this year’s yet-tobe- revealed contestants appear as down-to-earth as possible. An insider reveals new contestants have even been instructed to “cull” their social media accounts to under 1000 followers to “avoid looking like potential ‘influencers’”. The reason? An insider told Yahoo Lifestyle the formula for a successful season is contestants who appear “humble” to viewers.…

JUST LIKE ANY OTHER AUSSIE DAD When you’re on television five mornings a week, invites to red carpets and A-list parties are a very common perk of the job. But for Sunrise’s Matt Shirvington, if a flashy event clashes with some “non-negotiable” dates in his weekly diary, he won’t be RSVPing! “Tuesday is family taco night at my place and Friday is for takeaway,” Shirvo, 45, tells New Idea in an exclusive new interview. The meals are an opportunity for Shirvo to connect with his wife, Jessica, and their three children – two teens and a primary schooler – amidst the chaos that is brekkie TV. On weekends, the devoted dad can usually be found watching his kids play sport, instead of sleeping in. While some people might find the…

It would be difficult to find someone who doesn’t feel energised in the presence of the gregarious Miguel Maestre. The fun-loving TV star is the ultimate host when he warmly welcomes New Idea into his spacious family home in Sydney. Despite being a celebrity, who first found fame as a respected chef before becoming a co-host on The Living Room in 2012, Miguel confirms he couldn’t do all that he does without the support of Sascha, his wife of 14 years. “She is the CEO of our family business [food company] Maestre Enterprises,” Miguel, 44, shares with New Idea. “But we don’t juggle our family responsibilities 50/50, it’s more like my wife does 80 percent of the heavy lifting and I do 20 percent!” With Sascha carrying the load, Miguel…

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Flying Flying into Queenstown Airport, you immediately know you’re somewhere special. With the majestic Southern Alps as its backdrop, Queenstown never fails to wow. And this is more than just a snow town! It has so much to offer during off-season, too. Anytime is the perfect time to visit, with activities for adrenaline seekers and those who just want to relax. EAT & DRINK Queenstown has a plethora of amazing eateries and fine-dining options. A must for any visitor is Rodd & Gunn The Lodge Bar, complete with tartan and furs. Settle into a leather armchair with a bespoke cocktail in hand, and soak in your surroundings. Noteworthy mentions of the locally sourced, seasonal menu include world-famous oysters from the southern town of Bluff and venison from nearby Cardrona. For…

Renée Zellweger and her boyfriend Ant Anstead are looking for somewhere to live together in Britain ahead of the actress reprising her beloved role as Bridget Jones for a fourth film. With pre-production on the film well underway, sources say Renée, 54, has a team scouting for suitable London accommodation for herself and her British TV presenter beau. On previous shoots of the hit film franchise, the then-single actress opted to rent a bachelorette pad in Kensington, West London. The busy neighbourhood allowed Renée to go largely unnoticed. However, it’s expected that Renée and Ant, 44, from Plymouth, will be looking for a bigger abode this time around. There’s no word yet if Ant will be joined by his two children who he shares with first ex-wife, Louise Storey, or…

The forecast for Sam McMillan’s year ahead is in – and it’s showing twice the dirty nappies to change and hungry mouths to feed! The Sunrise weatherman and his fiancée, Rebecca James, shared the exciting news that they’re expecting their second child in the winter, with the little one a future sibling for 17-month-old Margot. “‘Baby Mac’ (the sequel) premiering this August 2024,” Sam wrote on Instagram. “Starring Margot as the big sister.” The popular presenter and stylist Bec shared the happy news with an adorable photo of little Margot touching her mum’s growing bump. In the snap, Sam holds a sonogram. Sam, 42, has shared his joy at parenthood, admitting he “always knew I wanted to be a dad” but that he hadn’t met the right woman to start…

ONLY LOVE IN THIS BUILDING! Their chemistry is undeniable in Only Murders in the Building, and Meryl Streep and Martin Short have fuelled the reallife romance rumours about them with a dinner date at one of Hollywood’s most popular celebrity hotspots. Meryl, 74, and Martin, 73, were both smiling widely as they left Italian restaurant Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica recently, mere weeks after Martin maintained they were “just very close friends”. The pair’s playful behaviour throughout the recent awards season has had many convinced they’re a secret couple. Not least due to the news last October that Meryl has been a single lady for years, having quietly split from her husband of 40 years, Don Gummer. Then, there’s the whispers that their Murders costar, Selena Gomez, was actually referring…

Cheers to a ROSÉ It’s the perfect weather for a refreshing rosé! From Fourth Wave Wine comes Paddington Lane Wine Co Rosé, available in three distinct styles. Each bottle is an elegant tribute to the trendy streets of Sydney’s Paddington, where heritage meets modern sophistication. The range includes No. 1 Dry with raspberry and spiced cherry, No. 2 Savoury with vibrant cherry and elderflower, and No. 3 Soft boasting lifted blueberry and floral undertones. All are sourced from top South Australian wine regions and tailored to suit every palate. Available at selected retailers nationwide. RRP $22.99. BBQ FLAVOUR TWIST Experience the ultimate barbecue upgrade with Byron Bay Chilli Co.’s new collaboration: three enticing barbecue sauces infused with Bundaberg Rum. From Classic Rum for burgers to the fiery kick of Coconut…

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Jaafar Jackson as UNCLE MICHAEL JACKSON There was a global search to find the perfect man to play Michael Jackson in anew biopic, but in the end, the casting crew couldn’t go past his own family. The late singer’s 27-year-old nephew, Jaafar Jackson, was “the only person to take on this role”, insisted Michael producer Graham King. Director Antoine Fuqua agreed, saying, “It’s uncanny how much [Jaafar is] like Michael … sounds like him, dances like him.” Jaafar, the son of Michael’s older brother Jermaine, will make his acting debut in the film about the King of Pop’s triumphs and tragedies. Euphoria’s Colman Domingo co-stars as patriarch Joe Jackson while Miles Teller plays manager John Branca. MICHAEL HITS CINEMAS NEXT YEAR Melissa Rivers as MUM JOAN RIVERS Soon after comedian…