Innehållsförteckning för 22 October 2018 från New Idea

Princess Eugenie may have appeared calm and serene on the surface, but behind the scenes her wedding day had turned into a right royal disaster. From a blow-out, billion-dollar budget, a MIA groom and warring family members, Eugenie’s perfect day was in serious jeopardy of falling apart. Just days before the wedding, the 28-year-old princess had been dealing with her meddling mother, Sarah Ferguson, with the disgraced duchess seemingly determined to make Eugenie’s day all about herself. “Fergie wanted to use Eugenie’s big day to see her celebrity star rise once again,” reveals New Idea’s exclusive royal source. “She was plotting from the moment Jack and Eugenie announced their engagement to make this wedding as much about her return to the royal fold as anything else. But instead of playing…

Ricki-Lee Coulter was recently pictured hugging her friend’s twins. Although the singer has previously mentioned she doesn’t want children, the look on her face says it all. Ricki-Lee uploaded the picture to her Instagram account with the caption: “Had the greatest day of my life today cuddling TWO newborn babies ALL DAY!” In 2015 she told Mamamia her reasons behind why she doesn’t want children: “It’s hard for people to understand, especially women, because I think a lot of women feel like maybe it’s a shallow decision or that I haven’t thought about it enough or it’s something I’m taking lightly. But it’s just something that we don’t want and it’s a personal decision.”…

JESSICA MARAIS Australia first fell in love with Jess in Packed to the Rafters and she quickly became the golden girl of Australian television. After taking a break from acting for the remainder of this year, ACP would be the perfect show to mark her comeback. RODGER CORSER With his rugged good looks and charm, the star of Doctor Doctor is high up on our list for a reboot. And we can definitely see a budding on-screen romance between Rodger and Jess happening. MANDY MCELHINNEY While most recognise her as Rhonda from the AAMI insurance advertisements, Mandy proved she has some serious acting chops with roles in Paper Giants: Magazine Wars and…

The end of The Block is drawing near but that doesn’t mean it’s the end of the drama. With everyone sleep deprived and working in one apartment, it’s predictable that tempers will fray. And of course Hayden and Sara are in the middle of the commotion. The NSW-based couple picked the room no-one wanted for their final build – the hallway, laundry, study and water closet – and this week the pressure causes tantrums. Foreman Dan has seen first hand the couple’s ups and downs. “I felt sorry for them to a degree,” Dan reveals to New Idea. “Part of me did feel sorry for them and then part of me was like ‘suck it up. You put yourself in that situation.’ They picked the hardest…

He had anything but a happy upbringing, but Dean (Patrick O’Connor) is finally about to uncover a clue to his past. Going through his mother Karen’s (Georgia Adamson) belongings with Colby (Tim Franklin) after Karen leaves the Bay to undergo psychiatric treatment, Dean makes a discovery. Hidden in an old suitcase full of memorabilia about Dean, a mysterious envelope addressed to Karen contains information that may relate to the father Dean never knew. “Dean’s known absolutely zero about his real father’s identity until now,” says Patrick. “A deal was worked out between his mother Karen and his father that she would never mention him or who he was.” As Patrick explains, Dean had accepted the fact that he may never find out the truth. “Due to the behaviour of his…

A DAY OF SORROW BLOSSOMED INTO ONE OF HOPE FOR KELLY Kelly Jones’ life was torn apart just three weeks before she was due to give birth. Heavily pregnant with her fifth child, Kelly, then 26, and her high school sweetheart Ricky Norman, 27, couldn’t wait to welcome a new addition to their close-knit family. But what should have been a time of joy turned to one of heart-wrenching sorrow for the mum when she failed to get hold of Ricky one day at work. “I tried to call him several times on his mobile that morning but he hadn’t picked up,” Kelly tells New Idea in an exclusive interview. “I felt fear creep over me.” Soon after, the doorbell of the home Kelly shared with her soulmate rang. A…

Chocolate Ganache Cake Serves 18, Prep and Cook: 1 hour, 30 mins 200g dark cooking chocolate, broken into pieces 175g unsalted butter, chopped 1 cup caster sugar 2 eggs, lightly beaten ½ cup sour cream ²/ ³ cup self-raising flour ½ cup plain flour 2 tblsps cocoa powder Halved fresh strawberries, to decorate BUTTERCREAM 125g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature 100g dark cooking chocolate, melted, cooled 1 cup icing sugar mixture GANACHE 200g dark cooking chocolate, broken into pieces ¹/ ³ cup thickened cream 1 Grease a 20cm x 30cm lamington pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending 2cm above pan edges. 2 Place chocolate, butter, sugar and ¹/ ³ cup water in a large saucepan. Stir over a low heat until smooth. Remove. Stand for 10…

MONDAY Stuffed Chicken with Thai Noodle Salad Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 35 mins 80g tube fresh Thai stir-in seasoning paste ¹/ ³ cup chopped fresh coriander 1 small long red chilli, deseeded, finely chopped 4 x 250g chicken breast fillets, trimmed 1 tblsp vegetable oil 200g packet brown rice vermicelli 2 tblsps toasted sesame seeds 315g packet fresh Thai salad kit 2 tblsps lime juice 1 Reserve 2 tsps of the seasoning paste in a small bowl. Combine remaining paste, coriander and half the chilli in a separate bowl. Mix well. 2 Cut a deep, long slit, horizontally through the side of each chicken fillet. Divide coriander mixture evenly among pockets. 3 Heat oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add chicken. Cook…

Do you love a perfectly cooked steak, awesome crackle on your roast pork, or a succulent slow-cooked beef or lamb dish? Learn how to cook your meat to perfection every time in your own kitchen – for restaurant quality dishes at a considerably lower cost. Phil Strasser, a professional chef and teacher has released his latest cookbook Your Meat Mate, with everything you ever wanted to know on the subject. What cuts to buy, how to best cook each type of meat, herbs and spices to use, freezing, magic marinades and sauces and lots more! Available online or hard copy, $45, at philbysfinefoods.com.au/book-the-meat-mate.…

1 COVER GREYS Sometimes those pesky grey hairs just seem to triple overnight! Keep these two easy-to-use solutions in the cupboard so you’re always prepared. Permanent: We love the low-ammonia, Italian-made Solfine Colorline Crema Color, $13.99, priceline.com.au , with its lovely floral-citrus scent and added active ingredients found in coconut oil, which keeps locks soft and fresh colour lasting a lot longer. Temporary: To keep you going until you have time to colour, 1000 Hour Root Cover-Up, $14.99, 1000Hour.com.au  comes in four shades to cover up greys and blend away regrowth on the spot. It stays put with water-resistant powder until you wash it out. 2 SMOOTHER SKIN If your face is…

ARIES MAR 21 – APR 20 A blast of intense signals about a complex personal issue or relationship will deliver a message it’s time to take on board. You’ll chip away at a tough professional assignment but the hard-won progress will be sweet. Extra family chores and requests will ask a lot of you, a friendship may twist and turn, and a challenging issue that’s an echo of the past will turn back time. Let your previous experience guide you. LUCKY NUMBERS: 20, 36, 45 TAURUS APR 21 – MAY 21 A confidence from someone close will hold subtle messages so reading between the lines will bring valuable insights. Interruptions that take you off at tangents add extra dimensions to a task – it will be experiential learning every step…

HEALTHY EATING Teresa Mitchell-Paterson’s article, 5 Benefits of Eating Meat-Free (NI Sept. 17) is a must-read for everyone serious about their health. Not everyone wants to be a vegetarian, but with a few subtle changes to our diets we can easily adapt to eating less meat, while learning to include a great variety of healthy and delicious foods that will provide our bodies with the good fuel to maintain optimum health. JUDITH CAINE, DONVALE, VIC. TALENT Home and Away has produced some wonderful talented actors, many of whom have gone to Hollywood and become stars. Now another one, Scott Lee, who played Hunter in the popular soap, is heading to Hollywood (NI Sept. 17). So much home-grown talent, but I am delighted to see that Ashleigh Brewer is…

Pauly Fenech stars in Deadly Down Under (Thursdays, 8:30pm on 7mate) alongside his favourite canine pal. Here he tells us all about his furry friend. MY PET’S NAME IS … Fonzie, but we call him Fonz for short. I chose Fonzie because he reminded me of the character on Happy Days. When he was a pup, he was always chasing girl puppies like Fonzie on the show. WHAT MY PET MEANS TO ME He’s my best buddy, my first dog. I’m amazed how you bond with these little creatures. MY PET AND I LOVE … Fonz rides in the sidecar of my motorbike, we also do sprints most days and he watches TV with me. He seems to like the show Sons of Anarchy – he…

BLIND DATE I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! ’s Julia Morris is a hoot as she hosts the latest version of the old-school matchmaking show – now for singles of all ages! MONDAY AT 7.30PM ON TEN MICHAEL PORTILLO’S ABANDONED BRITAIN The former defence secretary (and railway enthusiast) is fascinated by disused historical sites, such as the village of Imber, and what they reveal about the establishment of the UK’s medical, justice and military systems. TUESDAY AT 7.35PM ON SBS MAKING A MURDERER PT 2 Three years on, the true-crime hit picks up the story of Steven Avery and Brendan Dassey as they battle to have their convictions quashed. AVAILABLE FRIDAY ON NETFLIX WANDERLUST Proving she can do any accent, Toni Colette goes British to play a…

MOVIE A STAR IS BORN Stepping into Barbra Streisand and Judy Garland’s huge shoes, Lady Gaga channels her pre-fame days in this remake. Equally brave is actor-director Bradley Cooper, who proves he can sing. (In cinemas Thursday.) BOOK THE WINTERS BY LISA GABRIELE A modern retelling of Daphne Du Maurier’s Rebecca , this is for fans of suspense. Told from the perspective of the soon-to-be second Mrs Max Winters and set in a secluded Long Island mansion, it’s full of glamour, foreboding and twists, with the potential villain seemingly Max’s troubled teenage daughter, Dani. (Out now.) ALBUM BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY SOUNDTRACK Not that anyone needs incentive to get excited for the upcoming Queen biopic, but if you did, this album features all the band’s…

The Duchess of Cornwall shocked the royal family by sensationally snubbing Eugenie’s wedding. Stating she would be hosting a shooting party in Scotland with friends – even though the wedding date was announced eight months ago – palace insiders claim the real reason Camilla was a no-show was because Charles banned her. “Charles and Camilla are on the brink of a divorce as it is, and he simply couldn’t trust her to not cause a scene at Eugenie’s wedding – especially with Fergie there,” says a source. Camilla and Fergie have had a lot of bad blood recently, and Charles and many senior royals were worried that it would boil over at the wedding. “Charles told Camilla she wasn’t allowed to come – which was a massive relief to him.…

After weeks of intense media speculation, Prince Harry and a secretly pregnant Duchess Meghan are finally due to set foot on Australian soil this week to start their whirlwind tour of the Pacific. The trip is a babymoon for the couple, one of their last trips abroad before they welcome a child. Officials have yet to confirm Meghan’s pregnancy, with a Kensington Palace source stating: “There will be no palace pregnancy announcement until after Princess Eugenie’s wedding and the Sydney Invictus Games so as not to steal anyone’s thunder.” However, with confirmation from Kensington Palace that Harry will take part in a revealing new interview at Admiralty House on Oct. 21, royal watchers are speculating that the prince will use this opportunity to announce Meghan’s pregnancy. Officials have been told…

Dr Chris Brown was recently seen taking a romantic stroll with blonde beauty Brittany Bloomer. The pair were pictured walking dogs through a park with Sydney Harbour in the background. The couple looked relaxed and at ease in each other’s company as they walked along and chatted. Onlookers noticed how into each other they looked and immediately thought Brittany was his new girlfriend. Brittany, who as founder of animal charity Pound Paws has plenty in common with Chris, met the Bondi Vet on The Living Room. She posted a picture of them together on Rose Bay beach holding two rescue dogs with a caption saying: “Combining forces with @drchrisbrown to rehome these two cuties via @poundpaws & @livingroomtv – can’t wait to share with you the screening of this!” Dr…

They may not have found love on The Bachelor , but Brittany Hockley and Cassandra Wood appear to have found an affection with one another! The girls were pictured locking lips on a night out with fellow contestant Sophie Tieman. Sophie and Brittany were unceremoniously dumped when Nick Cummins told them both that he was unable to commit to them. The pair were left in shock and heartbroken. “I like you a lot Sophie,” he told her. “And when I say those three words – ‘I love you’ – I want to say it with my whole heart. And when we’re both happy, with true happiness. I am not able, with all my conscience, to wholeheartedly commit to you.” He later told Brittany: “I can’t give 100…

She recently declared she regrets her breast implants after getting them done to please a former partner. But it seems that’s not the only form of cosmetic enhancement The Bachelorette star Ali Oetjen has had done in recent years. Chatting to New Idea , leading Sydney Plastic Surgeon Dr Laith Barnouti from Australia Plastic Surgery says the 32-year-old appears to have had a range of procedures done. “She (Ali) appears to have had teeth whitening or dental veneers,” he says, adding the Adelaide native has also had lip fillers – something Ali has admitted to having done “once” in the past. “Her face also appears to be wrinkle-free and shiny. Such a look is usually achieved by Botox, laser and or fat injections,”…

“IT’S ALWAYS HARD TO SEE YOUR EX WITH SOMEONE ELSE ... WE WERE DEFINITELY IN LOVE” She failed to find love on Married at First Sight and now Carly Bowyer is set to see the man she once thought she might marry compete for Ali Oetjen’s heart on The Bachelorette . In an exclusive chat with New Idea, the reality TV star opens up about her romance with Robert, and what’s in store for Ali. Carly says she dated Rob, a plumber from Victoria, for three years and their relationship “got very serious”. After moving in with each other, she thought the pair would end up getting married. “We were definitely in love. It felt like that was it and we’d get married…

The show has always gone on for consummate star Rhonda Burchmore. Forever in her element as a performer, the flame-haired entertainer has been singing and dancing up a storm in her trademark show-stopping style since she was a young child. And that’s certainly still the case for Rhonda, 58, as she hits our screens as one of the judges in Seven’s new reality singing show All Together Now. Rhonda’s close friend and former Mamma Mia! co-star Lara Mulcahy, with whom she is also currently performing around the nation in ABBAsolutely Fabulous, appears as one of her fellow judges on All Together Now. Yet behind Rhonda’s megawatt smile, it’s been anything but an easy time for the much-loved Aussie singer. Over the past few years, Rhonda has been privately grappling with…

With more than 176,000 followers on social media, it’s clear 16-year-old Olivia Deeble – who plays Raffy Morrison on Home and Away – is one of our most popular stars. Indeed, Olivia’s legion of fans were quick to shower the actress with messages of love when she recently revealed in a harrowing post on Instagram about an accident where she “hit my head”. Shortly afterwards, the high-schooler updated her fans that she was “totally recovered now”, saying she “loved being back at work in the Bay”. In a surreal twist of fate, however, Olivia’s real-life drama came as her Summer Bay character suffered a knock to the head in a freak tunnel collapse. And this week in the hit series, Raffy receives a life-changing diagnosis –…

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR PARTNER? Adam: It would have to be Lisa’s sense of humour. She’s very funny. She’s also very caring and loves me dearly, so I’m very lucky to have her in my life. Lisa: Adam and I have a similar outlook. He’s an absolute gentleman. He always makes me smile and laugh – he’s a great person to be around. THEIR WORST HOUSEHOLD HABIT? Lisa: Adam is very methodical and quite particular, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but sometimes it’s challenging. Adam: For someone who leaves drawers open all the time, it can be challenging, because I’m always telling Lisa to close them! [ Laughs .] THEIR SECRET DOMESTIC SKILL? Lisa: When Adam follows a recipe, he’s pretty incredible at cooking.…

Chorizo and Bean Hot Pots Serves 4, Prep and Cook: 35 mins 4 original English muffins 1 chorizo (150g), thinly sliced 1 red onion, finely chopped 2 tsps chilli powder blend 555g can baked beans in barbecue sauce 400g can diced tomatoes 2 cups grated Tasty cheese Chopped fresh parsley, to garnish 1 Lightly grease four ovenproof dishes (2-cup capacity). Place on a large oven tray. 2 Split each muffin in half horizontally. Cut each half into three equal pieces. 3 Heat a medium, non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add chorizo. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Add onion and chilli powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft. 4 Add beans and tomatoes. Stir until combined. Bring to boil. Gently boil for about 6 minutes, or until…

The McWilliam’s Hanwood Estate Shiraz 2017 (RRP $14) is beautiful to drink now. With aromas of berries, dark fruits and subtle hints of black pepper and spices, these flavours are complemented by fine tannins and toasty mocha oak. This wine is perfectly suited to a range of savoury and sweet dishes, from barbecued Portobello mushrooms, cheese burgers, lamb chops and pulled pork tacos, to chocolate mousse and pavlova. Available from all good wine stockists or mcwilliams.com.au .…

Sugar cravings can be incredibly powerful, but giving in to them on a regular basis can lead to unwanted weight gain, as well as contributing to many other health issues. So why are some of us so driven to seek out sweet treats? “Sometimes it’s biochemical,” says Dr Libby Weaver, nutritional biochemist and author of The Beauty Guide . “Our body sees sugar as a quick energy source, so if we’re tired or stressed, it can prompt us to reach out for sweet foods. Other times it’s emotional – we might eat to avoid feeling emotions that we find challenging to process or experience.” However, eating well can make a big difference. Here, Dr Libby shares her top foods to help you ward off cravings before they…

FINGER COUNTING My nephew Braden, 9, was holding my 1-week-old son and looked horrified. We asked him what was wrong and he said “nothing” and then started looking really closely at my son’s hands – and then looked quite relieved. We asked again what was wrong and he said: ”Oh I thought Archer only had nine fingers and I didn’t want to tell you in case you hadn’t noticed and it made you sad, but I counted them again and they’re all there!” Ha-ha! KELLY BENNETT, SURREY DOWNS, SA. THE BOTTOM OF IT Master 5 gets his best ideas when on the toilet. Recently he was heard calling from the bathroom to anybody who may hear: “Do you know what? God created an attached cushion, and what’s it called? ...…

Q I’ve got a lovely friend who I’ve known for many years but it sometimes seems like I have to do all the running in the friendship. She rarely picks up the phone so it’s always me who calls. When we chat it’s as if we saw each other yesterday. However I am getting a bit fed up of always being the one to get in touch. Should I back off a bit and test out whether she really does value our friendship? KATINA, VIA EMAIL. A Just because your friend does not ring you often doesn’t mean she doesn’t care. Pulling back and testing the friendship is a bit over the top. You have been friends for many years and should accept that she is not a phone freak.…

Q I adopted a cat and I’m not sure whether she should stay indoors or go out during the day. What are your thoughts? SARAH JOHNSON, PERTH, WA. A The outdoor world can be fraught with danger for some inquisitive kitties. When you bring your new cat home, keep her indoors for a month so she gets used to you and her new surrounds. I like to leave it up to the cat to choose if they’d like to go outside. If she is keen, a great option is a cat run where she can be outdoors within a safe enclosure. Some cats don’t like being outside, and it is fine to keep her as an indoor-only cat.…

Orlando Bloom was seen getting flirty at the beach with a few mystery brunette girls recently. The actor was pictured cosying up to the women while taking in some sunshine on a beach in California. His rumoured soon-to-be fiancee Katy Perry was nowhere to be seen. The hitmaker, 33, recently confessed what a rock Orlando, 41, has been in her life. “He’s a great anchor in my life,” the Chained to the Rhythm singer said. “For some reason, I attract people who are really real and call me out on stuff when I’m being cuckoo.” An insider recently claimed that Orlando is about to propose to Katy. “Orlando doesn’t have a ring yet but has been talking about the future,” they revealed. “Everyone would be excited…

Kate Beckinsale, 45, was spotted at a basketball game without her on-off young boyfriend, Matt Rife, 23. Instead she attended the match with her friend Stephen Simbari. The pair looked extremely cosy with one another as they cuddled up close and Stephen even gave her a peck on the cheek. Kate looked happy and relaxed in his company. Has the actress traded in for a new toyboy?…

Suits actor Patrick J. Adams and Pretty Little Liars actress Troian Bellisario, 32, have welcomed an adorable baby daughter. The couple took to Instagram to announce the happy news. “The world just got 8lbs heavier. Thank you to everyone who fought for and protected our privacy during this incredible and beautiful time in our lives,” Patrick, 37, wrote. “Everyone is happy and healthy and loving every moment of this. I could not be more excited to bring a baby girl into this world at this moment. We will raise her to be powerful, to always speak her mind and heart and to live without fear. It’s a brand new day and a brave new world.”…

While the world may have been captivated by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s whirlwind romance, Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank’s long-term relationship is the stuff of real love stories. Despite keeping much of their romance out of the public eye, the newlyweds had been dating for seven years before they tied the knot on Friday. In Jack’s own words, their first meeting was “love at first sight”, when they locked eyes at Verbier, a Swiss ski resort, all those years ago. “We met when I was 20 and Jack was 24 and we fell in love,” Eugenie confirmed, adding that their outlook on life is very similar. “We have the same passions and drive for life.” Indeed, Eugenie and Jack share more in common than people may think, as it…

Aussie entertainer, actor and personality Quentin Kenihan passed away last week at 43. He suffered from the bone disease osteogenesis imperfecta and was well loved within the Hollywood industry. Actor Russell Crowe wrote a moving tribute to the star: “Devastating news. My little mate, the bravest bloke I ever met ... gone. We will meet again ... @qkenihan. Not confined any more ... “Between your interviews, your book, your one-man show, your zany little movies … what a creative and productive life. Lots of love.”…

A terrified Sophie Monk is living in fear following news her former long-term stalker has resurfaced. The 38-year-old Gold Coast native has now been forced to install extreme security measures in her home with news that her former stalker, James Scott McCabe, has relocated to Queensland. In 2015, McCabe, who is originally from Tasmania, was convicted of stalking the singer by sending her violent and sexual messages on social media. As a result, a court ordered he not leave Tasmania or make contact with Sophie. Now, New Idea can reveal that McCabe, who has previously served prison time for assaulting a police officer, is living just a car ride away from Sophie’s mansion in the Brisbane suburb of Wattle Camp. “Sophie is absolutely terrified,” one of her close friends has…

It’s one of Australia’s most popular television series and holds a very special place in many people’s hearts, airing 1058 episodes between 1981 to 1994. Now, 24 years since fans bid farewell to A Country Practice, New Idea can reveal that the much-loved series is set to make a return. According to a well-placed television insider, global entertainment group Fremantle Media Australia has bought the rights to the drama. Set in the fictional rural country town of Wandin Valley, original stars included Lorrae Desmond as Shirley Gilroy, Brian Wenzel as policeman Sergeant Frank Gilroy and Anne Tenney as Melissa ‘Molly’ Jones. In fact, Molly’s death scene – after a 10-week battle with leukaemia – is still regarded as one of the saddest moments on Australian TV with a staggering 2.2…

“JASMINE’S FALLEN MUCH HARDER FOR HIM THAN SHE EVER EXPECTED. SHE IS REALLY IN LOVE WITH HIM” There’s nothing like a wedding to get our favourite coastal town excited! And this week in the Bay, we can reveal that a marriage proposal is on the cards for one a very loved-up couple. Will Chelsea (Ashleigh Brewer) and Colby (Tim Franklin) announce they are tying the knot? Or will new loves Jasmine (Sam Frost) and Robbo (Jake Ryan) be the happy couple to declare that they’re heading down the aisle? Early in the week, Colby reveals to Willow (Sarah Roberts) that he and fellow police officer Chelsea – whom he clearly has never stopped loving – were previously engaged. But Colby admits to harbouring a dark secret from his past –…

When Sarah Bailey started experiencing crippling back pain, she thought she was simply suffering from tummy trouble. But after a trip to the loo the 29-year-old discovered that, despite no symptoms whatsoever, she was actually nine months pregnant and seconds away from giving birth! “It was so surreal. It felt like I wasn’t really there,’ a flabbergasted Sarah tells New Idea exclusively. Sarah and her security worker partner David Lee, 29, had already experienced a baby miracle when they welcomed their twin girls Isabella and Tamiya in September 2016. Already parents to a boy, Rio, now 11, they suddenly grew to a family of five. Life ticked along happily after that – with the family jetting over from their home in the UK to Ireland for a wedding in August…

Lemon Marshmallow Slice Serves 24, Prep: 40 mins 250g packet Butternut Snap Cookie 75g unsalted butter, melted FILLING 1 tblsp powdered gelatine 250g cream cheese, chopped, at room temperature ½ cup caster sugar 2 tsps finely grated lemon rind 250g tub sour cream 2 tblsps lemon juice MARSHMALLOW 1 tblsp powdered gelatine 1 cup caster sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 Grease an 18cm x 28cm rectangular slice pan. Line base and sides with baking paper, extending 3cm above pan edges. 2 Process cookies in a food processor until finely crushed. Add butter. Process until combined. Press mixture evenly over base of prepared pan. Refrigerate while making filling. 3 To make filling, sprinkle gelatine over ¹/ ³ cup water in a small heatproof jug. Sit jug in a saucepan of…

They’re full of essential nutrients such as selenium, copper, biotin, niacin, and riboflavin, that keep skin and hair healthy. They’re also full of antioxidants to help with disease prevention, plus mushrooms add an amazing savoury ‘umami’ flavour to any dish where they have been added. DO: • Wipe them gently with a damp cloth or a soft brush to remove any dirt. • Eat the whole mushie, as the stems are also edible, so there’s no waste! DON’T • Peel the skin off – it’s time consuming and you will lose a lot of the goodness and flavour. • Wash them, it makes them mushy as they absorb water very easily!…

“BEFORE I HAD CHILDREN I WOULD HAVE SWORN I WOULD NEVER BRIBE THEM TO BEHAVE, TO PITCH IN OR TO BE RESPECTFUL. ALMOST 10 YEARS INTO ‘MOMMING’ THAT INEXPERIENCED OPINION HAS GONE UP IN FLAMES. TO ALL THE MOTHERS AND FATHERS OUT THERE I WAS SECRETLY JUDGING WHEN WITNESSING THE ‘I’LL BUY YOU A LOLLIPOP IF YOU GET OFF THE GROUND AND STOP SCREAMING’ TECHNIQUE … I DEEPLY APOLOGISE.” Katherine Heigl, actress and mother of three. After years of being surrounded by stigma, mental health has now been brought out of the shadows and into the light. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry have spoken openly about the need for greater understanding around mental health issues, while in Australia, the government this year pledged an…

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AT THE FLICKS I was at the cinema with my MM son and his girlfriend and after we found our seats one of my son’s friends noticed him and came over. They said hello to each other and then my son said: ‘‘So what are you doing here?” I would have thought that was quite obvious! L. MAGUIRE, NORTHGATE, QLD. FASHIONABLE MUM I was looking through some of my parents wedding photos at their 60th anniversary. “So many of these clothes have come back into fashion,” I mused to my MM Dad. “That’s why I kept your Mum all this time,” he said grinning. “I knew she’d be back in style again one day.” ESTER DRAKE, CHRISTCHURCH, NZ. CELERY MUNCHER My friend was always trying to get her daughter to…