Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 51, 2025 i New Idea

There are moments when words feel heartbreakingly small. Last week, our community was left shattered by unimaginable horror and loss with the Bondi terror attack. We also witnessed courage. Ordinary people did extraordinary things – running towards danger, shielding strangers, offering help without hesitation. These acts can’t erase the pain, but they do remind us that even in the darkest moments, humanity shows up. We pay tribute to some of those heroes in this issue, and remember those who lost their lives. Our thoughts are with their loved ones. As Matilda’s father urged the world to do for his precious 10-year-old daughter, Acting Editorial Director Editor we will remember their names.…

After a year spent denying rumours of possible trouble in paradise, Chris Hemsworth has now confessed that his 15-year marriage to Elsa Pataky isn’t always easy. “The tough times have been when it’s all work, all kids, and all of a sudden the ‘us’ in the relationship is sort of … non-existent,” Chris, 42, revealed on the On Purpose with Jay Shetty podcast. But he added during the chat that he and Elsa, 49, work hard on their relationship and the key to its success is “having fun”. He added they try to remove themselves from complications and instead focus on making each other laugh. “There’s always that attraction too,” he said. “But what it comes down to is friendship in the end.”…

After recently reuniting with his son Christopher following an almost two-decade estrangement, Pierce Brosnan is clearly feeling the love. So much so, New Idea can report that the actor, 72, is planning to renew his wedding vows with wife Keely, 62, in honour of their 25th wedding anniversary next August. “Pierce wants to do this with all his loved ones around, including Chris,” our source says. “Pierce and Keely already had plans for a small family celebration in honour of their anniversary, but now Pierce wants to get their marriage blessed again.” Our source adds, “He’s still insanely in love with Keely and he takes great pride in how their marriage has stood the test of time.”…

After an impossibly difficult few months, King Charles finally has good reason to smile again. The path is now clear for his estranged son, the Duke of Sussex, to return home to the UK with his children in tow! “Charles is trying hard to hide his excitement, but he’s told Prince Harry that he would be welcome any time,” reveals a palace source. The door was partially reopened in September, when Harry, 41, met with his father at Clarence House for the first time in 20 months. Then, at the beginning of December, Harry finally won a government review of his UK security arrangements. Earlier in the year, Harry had claimed in a BBC interview that it would be unsafe for him to visit Britain, with his wife, the Duchess…

It’s long been thought that Leonardo DiCaprio is not the marrying kind. That is, until the actor was seen enjoying a day out in New York City with his girlfriend, Vittoria Ceretti, 27, and her mother, Francesca. “They all looked so happy and comfortable together,” an onlooker told New Idea. The fact that Leo, 51, is happily spending time with Vittoria’s mum has led to speculation that he could’ve gone so far as to ask the model’s parents for her hand in marriage! Vittoria’s father Giuseppe was not seen on the outing. “He’s never usually been one to be cosy with his girlfriend’s family, so this is a huge step,” adds a source.…

Sir David Beckham and his wife, Lady Victoria, should be on top of the world, following his knighthood, his 50th birthday celebrations and the success of her Netflix documentary series. But the ongoing estrangement from their eldest son, Brooklyn, continues to sting. A new report has emerged suggesting that Brooklyn, 26, is planning on cutting Beckham from his surname altogether. After he married Nicola Peltz in 2022, the couple became the Peltz Beckhams. “They both feel their double-barrelled name is associated with the feud and they want to move on,” a source told Heat magazine. “They don’t need the Beckham name anymore.” Naturally, David and Victoria, 51, would be “heartbroken” if Brooklyn officially distanced himself from their surname. “They’ve spent 30 years building brand Beckham and if Brooklyn dropped the…

Midori Apple Cooler SERVES 4 PREP 20 MINS ■ 1 honeydew melon ■ ½ cup Midori ■ ⅓ cup vodka ■ 1½ cups apple juice, chilled ■ ½ cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, plus extra to decorate ■ 1 small Granny Smith apple, quartered, cored, thinly sliced ■ 2-3 cups ice cubes ■ 2 cups sparkling natural mineral water or lemonade, chilled 1 Using a melon baller, scoop out 12 balls from honeydew. Thread balls onto 4 small bamboo skewers (or wooden popsicle sticks). 2 Combine Midori, vodka and juice in a medium jug. Refrigerate for 1 hour. 3 Divide mint and apple among four tall glasses (400ml-capacity). 4 Place about 4 ice cubes in each glass. Pour Midori mixture evenly into each one. Top up with mineral water…

DON’T LET HIM IN By Lisa Jewell The epitome of a page turner, author Jojo Moyes has likened Lisa Jewell’s latest to “putting yourself inside a pressure cooker… that you don’t really want to get out of.” The plot intertwines several different storylines and features the same horrific character that links them all – the perfect man! He says he loves you. Before long, he’s moved into your house – and into your heart. Then he leaves for days at a time. You don’t know where he’s gone or who he’s with. And you realise – if you looked back – you’d say to yourself: Don’t let him in. A riveting read that shows no matter how intelligent you are, you can still be so easily duped by people. OUT…

Madonna and her ex-husband Guy Ritchie have made a rare joint public appearance. The former couple have only been seen together a handful of times since their acrimonious divorce was finalised in 2008. Madonna, 67, and film director Guy, 57, threw a party for their artist son, Rocco, at the London launch of his latest exhibition, Talk Is Cheap. Rocco, 25, said via Instagram he felt “proud to have both of my parents together in one room supporting me”. Madonna married Guy at Skibo Castle in Scotland, in 2000, but they divorced eight years later.…

Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson’s electric chemistry as a married couple in Song Sung Blue is undeniable. But Hugh’s real-life girlfriend, Sutton Foster, seemed unbothered by the pair’s close bond when she partied with Kate, 46, at the film’s New York premiere on December 10. “Kate and Sutton shared a huge hug at the afterparty and enjoyed a laugh together,” an onlooker told New Idea. “At one point Sutton even came to the rescue when Kate suffered a wardrobe malfunction and fixed her dress. It was lovely to see.” Earlier this month, reports emerged on RadarOnline alleging that Sutton, 50, was “wary” of Kate, because of her reputation for being “flirty by nature”. But it seems there was never any need for jealousy because Hugh, 57, and Kate – and…

While King Charles may be overjoyed at the prospect of a reunion with Harry and his Sussex grandchildren, the Princess of Wales is warily keeping an eye on the situation, our insider says. “Even if Meghan doesn’t make the trip, Princess Catherine is still preparing for battle for when she does [eventually visit],” our source says. “She’s not going to be blindsided by Meghan and any of her games.” If Meghan remains in Montecito, Kate, 43, is still concerned about her influence on Harry’s potential trip to the UK – and what that means for her and the Prince of Wales, 43. “Prince William and Kate’s main goal is protecting their kids and their legacy. Kate knows Meghan will be doing everything she can to provoke a controversy, or overshadow…

The tight-knit McLeod’s Daughters cast continue to rally around each other as they mourn their cherished co-star, Rachael Carpani. Rachael’s family announced on December 15 the 45-year-old had died “unexpectedly but peacefully” in the early hours of December 7. Although a cause of death was not specified, they explained that Rachael had a “long battle with chronic illness”. In an interview with New Idea in August 2024, to coincide with a stint on Home and Away, Rachael spoke about some recent health issues she’d been dealing with, including being diagnosed with endometriosis and adenomyosis. She also had her inflamed gallbladder removed at the start of 2024. Tributes flooded in from shocked friends, colleagues and fans around the world. McLeod’s star Bridie Carter penned a particularly touching farewell to her screen…

Chickpea Arrabbiata Fast, spicy and delicious, this is the perfect midweek meal to put a smile on your face. SERVES 1 TOTAL TIME: 13 MINUTES 2 OF YOUR 7-A-DAY ■ olive oil ■ 1 clove of garlic ■ 1 fresh red chilli ■ 200g passata ■ ½ x 400g tin of chickpeas ■ 125g fresh lasagne sheets ■ 30g rocket ■ 20g Parmesan cheese ■ optional: extra virgin olive oil 1 Boil the kettle. Put a 28cm frying pan on a medium-high heat with ½ tbsp olive oil. Peel the garlic and finely slice with the chilli, reserving a little chilli for garnish, then add to the pan and fry until lightly golden. 2 Tip in the passata, add the chickpeas and half the juice from the tin, and let…

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Navigating messy family dynamics over Christmas … it’s a situation familiar to many, and the premise of numerous festive films – a list that now includes Kate Winslet’s directorial debut, Goodbye June! In the film, adult siblings are unexpectedly brought together for the holidays when their mother suffers a sudden decline in health. It’s not autobiographical, but the concept was inspired by Kate’s own family. Kate’s son Joe Anders, who she shares with director ex-husband Sam Mendes, was inspired to write the script following the death of his maternal grandmother, Sally Bridges-Winslet. Initially, Kate was just going to act in and produce the film. But then she realised she couldn’t let anyone else tell her son’s story and asked Joe if she could step behind the camera too. “I wanted…

Heidi Klum She’s ready for her close-up! Heidi looked every inch the supermodel while waiting to film scenes for Germany’s Next Top Model in Venice Beach, LA. Jamie Lee Curtis Star power on the sidewalk! Jamie and Danny DeVito buddied up at a Hollywood Walk of Fame event. Lily Collins The Emily in Paris actress got attacked by the cuddle monster – aka her co-star Ashley Park – as they glammed up for the show’s Season 5 premiere in the French capital. Rebecca Gibney Bec said she feels “so lucky” to still have long-time pals Kerry Armstrong, Jane Kennedy and Jane Hall in her life, as they all celebrated her birthday in Melbourne. Dawn Fraser The Olympic great learnt firsthand that Karl Stefanovic gives gold medal-winning hugs during a charity…

Hollywood is reeling from the shocking deaths of director Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, 68, who were found stabbed in their Brentwood home on December 14. Their son Nick Reiner, 32, was arrested on the same day and booked on suspicion of their murders. Rob’s close friends Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan, who worked with him on the hit 1989 movie When Harry Met Sally, are said to be “shattered by the deaths”, a source tells New Idea. Billy rushed to the Reiners’ home shortly after the news broke and was seen wiping tears away as he left the police cordon with his wife, Janice. Billy also collaborated with Rob on The Princess Bride and This Is Spinal Tap. Initially he “refused to believe the news”,…

Tennis commentator Jelena Dokic has shared an update on her recovery progress, after she recently revealed she needed to have surgery to remove a large growth from her uterus. The star shared a selfie with partner Yane Veselinov on Instagram, saying, “First day out and walk since surgery. With my love.” Jelena, 42, underwent a procedure at Melbourne’s Royal Women’s Hospital to have the non-cancerous fibroid removed. At the time, she shared a post from her hospital bed and stated she wanted to raise awareness about the prevalence of fibroids. “Please get your scans, regular check-ups and if anything feels off or painful, please go to your doctor,” she also said. Clearly Jelena’s on the mend now – with Yane by her side. The pair publicly debuted their relationship in…

Nashville continues to buzz with stories of Keith Urban’s love life following his September split from Nicole Kidman – and his ex-wife is demanding answers … now! Reports claim the country crooner has been “sowing his wild oats” as a newly single man, with fresh whispers “he’s drawn to a Nicole look-alike”. “Keith certainly has a type,” a Nashville-based pal tells New Idea. “Most of these young ladies have very similar looks to Nicole, but there’s one who’s caught his eye who is the absolute spit of Nicole when she and Keith first got together.” While the mystery woman’s name is being kept under wraps, Keith, 58, has been linked to several rising country stars since the divorce news broke, including Kelsea Ballerini, 32. He reportedly bonded with her over…

After celebrating his 18th birthday on December 17, James, Earl of Wessex had royal circles buzzing that he might decide to assume his official title as HRH Prince James of Edinburgh! James and his older sister, Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor, are a prince and princess by birthright. However, their parents, the now Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, opted to style them as children of an earl. Upon turning 18, the siblings had the decision to switch. But an insider says, “with Louise opting not to take up her HRH title, it seems James might follow suit. Remaining an earl allows him to live a relatively more ‘normal’ life.”…

Cher has always lived life in the spotlight on her own terms, so it wasn’t surprising when persistent rumours emerged that the singer was planning on marrying her younger music executive boyfriend, Alexander ‘AE’ Edwards. The pair have been happily dating for three years, despite their almost 40-year age gap. “Cher is telling everyone this is the real deal and that the haters can say what they want because Alex isn’t going anywhere,” a source reveals to New Idea. But the recent talk that the pair would officially tie the knot around Cher’s milestone 80th birthday next May seem to be wide of the mark. So much so, a spokesperson for Cher swiftly issued a firm statement saying there “are absolutely no plans for a wedding in her future”. But…

ROMANCE BLOOMS Clang, clang, clang went the trolley … and clang, clang, clang went Judy Garland’s heart on the set of Meet Me In St. Louis when she fell for the charms of her director Vincente Minnelli. Having first met a few years prior, the love affair between the two started off frosty. At the time, Judy was married to her first husband, David Rose. But over the course of filming – which lasted about eight weeks – they grew close, bonding over their childhoods. Some say Vincente, who was 20 years Judy’s senior, was also the first director who made Judy feel beautiful. The pair moved in together shortly after the film finished shooting. Judy divorced David and in June 1945, she and Vincente married. The following year they…

FOR MORE RECIPES, VISIT New Idea Magazine newideamagazine or newidea.com.au/food Cheat’s Basque Meringue Cheesecake SERVES 6 PREP & COOK 30 MINS ■ 180g cherries ■ 1 large, ripe yellow peach ■ 1 large, ripe nectarine ■ 1 large, ripe plum ■ ¼ cup orange-flavoured liqueur ■ 1 tsp vanilla extract ■ 1 cup caster sugar ■ 650g Basque Burnt Cheesecake (see Tip) ■ 4 egg whites 1 Pit and halve cherries. Reserve any cherry juices in a small bowl. 2 Cut peach, nectarine and plum into 1.5cm thick wedges. Place in a large bowl with three-quarters of the cherries. Add liqueur. Toss gently. Set aside for 30 mins, stirring occasionally. 3 Place vanilla, ¹⁄³ cup water and ¼ cup of the sugar in a small saucepan. Stir over a medium-low…

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