Innehållsförteckning för Issue 51, 2022 från New Idea

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and this week, Sunrise hosts Nat and Kochie popped into New Idea headquarters to spread the festive cheer – and boy did they! There was plenty of (fake) snow falling and silly singing going on when the New Idea team joined forces with the stars to put together our 16-page carols songbook for you to follow along to ahead of Woolworths Carols in the Domain, which airs on Channel Seven and 7plus on Friday December 23. And if you go along, make sure you drop by the New Idea Sparkle Studio for some pampering. Enjoy! newidea@aremedia.com.au newidea.com.au @newideamagazine @newideamagazine…

Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie are two of Hollywood’s hottest stars, so it’s no surprise they’d eventually get up close and personal! The actress, 32, has confessed to kissing Brad, 58, in their new film, Babylon, even though the smooch “wasn’t in the script”. “I thought, ‘When else am I gonna get the chance to kiss Brad Pitt? I’m just gonna go for it,’” Margot said. “Oh, so sue me. This opportunity might never come up again.” Babylon is the duo’s third film together – although the first where they share any scenes with one another.…

When life gives you lemons you make lemonade – or in Sarah-Jane and Tom Calleja’s case, the caravan of your dreams! The Block favourites are a long way from their mansion in Victoria’s Macedon Ranges, after scoring just $20,000 for their three-month-long renovation efforts, but life couldn’t be better for the happy-go-lucky couple. The pair are in the process of giving their caravan a makeover, all while living in it, just like on their old show. “We were saving to go to Europe in 2017 when we saw this old van … we bought it for $12,000 and then slowly over the next few months we started fixing it up,” Sarah-Jane said of her “home away from home”. Fans were thrilled to see the pair enjoying their renovated humble abode,…

Royals For King Charles, enough is enough. On the same day he marked three months as sovereign – a destiny he’d waited 73 years for – the King found himself sat in front of the television, lawyers on speed dial and senior aides waiting anxiously at the door, watching the most explosive TV tell-all in royal history – Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Netflix series. “Harry appears hell-bent on destroying his family and everything they hold dear,” says a source. “While the Queen was alive, Charles was forced to be more lenient than he would have liked about the ‘Harry and Meghan problem’. Now, dealing with it is his job alone, and he will simply not stand for them making a mockery of the monarchy while still profiting from their…

‘Calista’s nose is out of joint’ There’s some drama going down on Yellowstone Ranch, with Harrison Ford caught in the middle of his real-life wife, Calista Flockhart, and on-screen spouse Helen Mirren! It was all smiles as the trio hit the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of Harrison and Helen’s Yellowstone prequel series, 1923, on December 2. However, while Calista, 58, was happy to support her husband, New Idea hears it was a bittersweet night – as she wanted Helen’s role! Set in the early 1920s, the Western drama series sees Harrison, 80, and Helen, 77, playing Jacob and Cara Dutton – ancestors of Yellowstone’s main character John Dutton III (played by Kevin Costner). It’s the second Yellowstone prequel series, following 1883, starring husband and wife Tim McGraw…

Sticky Date Cheesecake Pudding SERVES 10 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR, 30 MINS ■ 1½ cups (250g) chopped pitted dates ■ 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda ■ 250g unsalted butter, chopped ■ 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar ■ 3 eggs ■ 2 cups self-raising flour ■ ½ cup plain flour ■ 2 tsps ground ginger ■ ¼ cup milk ■ Vanilla ice-cream, to serve CHEESECAKE RIPPLE ■ 250g block cream cheese, chopped, at room temperature ■ ¼ cup caster sugar ■ 1 egg CARAMEL SAUCE ■ 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar ■ 300ml thickened cream 1 Grease a 24cm non-stick fluted ring pan. 2 Combine dates and 1½ cups water in a saucepan. Bring to boil. Boil, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in soda. Transfer to a heatproof…

Food Nougat Raspberry Semifreddo with Berry Sauce SERVES 8 PREP & COOK 30 MINS ■ 200g soft almondnougat ■ 1 cup caster sugar ■ 4 eggs ■ 600ml tub thickened cream ■ 2 x 125g punnets raspberries ■ 1½ x 250g punnetsstrawberries, hulled 1 Grease a large, deep, straight-sided loaf pan (top measuring 11cm x 29cm x 7cm deep). Line base and sides with baking paper, extending the paper 2cm above pan edges. 2 Cut half of the nougat into 1cm pieces. Wrap the remaining nougat in plastic wrap; reserve to decorate. 3 Combine sugar and ½ cup water in a small saucepan over a low heat. Stir, without boiling, until sugar is dissolved. Bring to boil. Remove from heat. Reserve ¼ cup of the syrup in a small heatproof…

There has always been something magical about Carols in the Domain. Children’s faces light up with the wonder of Christmas, as families and friends come together for an annual tradition that spreads joy and good spirits. As people across the state, and the country, sing as one, this year there’s an extra reason to rejoice, with Carols in the Domain celebrating 40 years. Congratulations and thank you to Woolworths Carols in the Domain for providing decades of magical memories for families across our state. I hope this evening creates many more that will be cherished for years to come. Again, the NSW Government is also delighted to continue its support of Carols in the Domain in 2022. To all who bring this spectacular event to life, and all who enjoy…

How do I make a fake tan last? Keep Moisturised The key to a good tan starts with the prep process. Start by steering clear of dry skin by switching out your standard lotion for a rich body butter and add a moisturiser or serum containing hyaluronic acid into your facial routine. TIP Make sure those tricky areas like your elbows and knees have been thoroughly moisturised to avoid any patchiness. Scrub a Dub If you’ve learnt the 101 on tanning, you’ll know that dry, flaky skin can lead to dreaded patchiness. Avoid this at all costs by keeping up a regular exfoliation in between your tanning sessions. Try once a week to keep your skin feeling smooth and flake-free. Go Lighter Trying to keep your deep-bronzed summer glow through…

Advice Doctor Lurve GOT A RELATIONSHIP Q? DR LURVE HAS ALL THE ANSWERS... With couples and families planning to get away during the year and Christmas holiday season around the corner, tensions can start to build within the relationship dynamic. There’s something about coming to the year’s end that adds pressure onto couples of any age, and planning that much-needed trip after a hard few years (thanks COVID) doesn’t come without hiccups. When looking forward to taking time off with a partner, we start to envision exactly what our holiday will look and feel like. Whether you’re planning to cruise the Mediterranean seas in the sun, or grab the ski poles and hit the slopes, we visualise how we want to experience the trip before we even…

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Lexi, 9, and Mason, 12, all hyped up, nervous and excited to go in the Adelaide TreeClimb aerial adventure park. PAMELA DECKERT, NHILL, VIC. Pick the real magpie! It visits us every day. HELEN MORRIS, GLADSTONE, QLD. Mackenzie, 11, and Morgan, 9, saying goodbye to Yarra the seeing eye dog before he goes off to school for the day. JEFF TANTI, MELBOURNE, VIC. Our dog Goldie is ready to be Santa Claus. MARY MORRIS, BAULKHAM HILLS, NSW. My son Phoenix, 2, is an ironman superhero! ALEXIS STIRZAKER, PAGEWOOD, NSW. SAY WHAT? I sent my husband to the shop to get a sponge as we had unexpected guests arriving. He came back saying they were on special, so he bought two. He proudly put the two dishwashing sponges on the table.…

David and Victoria Beckham’s marriage has withstood a lot over 23 years, but sources say their feud with eldest son Brooklyn and his wife Nicola over her wedding dress has them coming unstuck. “David’s getting frustrated that Victoria hasn’t been the bigger person and sorted it out,” says a source. “They’re just kids after all.” Another insider close to Posh, 48, says: “Victoria can’t believe Nicola would drag family matters through the press for the sake of scoring a magazine cover or two. “She is holding out hope that Brooklyn will soon come to his senses.” In the meantime, the couple are at a stalemate – and have been spending time apart on different continents. David, 47, has been splitting his time between Qatar, where he’s an ambassador…

Catherine Zeta-Jones cut a solitary figure as she walked into her New York apartment complex last week. Sadly, it’s par for the course for the actress, who is once again living a separate life to husband Michael Douglas. Despite his advancing years, 78-year-old Michael is showing no signs of slowing down. He has been shooting a Benjamin Franklin miniseries in Paris since June. Catherine, on the other hand, has remained in the States to premiere her two new TV shows – Wednesday and National Treasure: Edge of History. Last year, it was Catherine who was away from the family nest, filming Wednesday in Romania. So between her schedule and Michael’s, the pair have had little one-on-one time in recent months, bar a brief reunion in France in November. The couple…

Local stars During her time on All Saints, Joy Smithers copped a lot of abuse for the way her devious character, Rose, ruined Mitch and Terri’s love story. And although the actress has accomplished so much since her days of being in a love triangle with Erik Thomson and Georgie Parker, the experience still rattles her. In fact, Joy is extremely stoked that hardly anyone recognises her these days! “People thought [Rose] was a total b---h, and she was, and I guess they thought that was me,” Joy tells us, before adding with a laugh, “These days younger people have no idea who I am and that’s absolutely fine with me!” New Idea is catching up with Joy, 59, in her new showroom in Sydney’s Alexandria. She is opening the…

Reindeer Oreos MAKES 14 PREP & COOK 30 MINS ■ 1 cup chocolate frosting ■ ¹⁄³ cup desiccated coconut ■ 133g packet Oreo Original biscuits ■ 28 candy eyeballs ■ 14 red mini M&M’s ■ 14 pretzels, halved 1 Place frosting in a small microwave-safe bowl. Follow the directions on tub to melt frosting. 2 Place coconut on a plate. Using two forks, dip a biscuit into frosting to coat. Allow excess frosting to drip away, then coat base of biscuit in coconut. Transfer to a tray lined with baking paper. 3 Place candy eyeballs, M&M’s and pretzels on biscuit as pictured. Repeat with remaining biscuits, frosting, coconut, candy eyeballs, M&M’s and pretzels. Freeze until ready to serve. TIP We used Betty Crocker Chocolate Frosting, found in the baking aisle…

FINISHING TOUCHES Five quick and easy tips for effortless entertaining 1 Fill ice cube trays with water or fruit juice. Add small pieces of fruit. Freeze, then place in punch, chilled drinks or sparkling wine. 2 Make flavoured butter to rub over turkey or other meats before roasting, or to serve with crusty bread. Combine 125g softened butter with 1 tsp finely grated orange or lemon rind, a clove of crushed garlic and 1 tblsp chopped fresh chives. 3 Stock up on pantry standbys leading up to Christmas to help with last-minute preparation, including fruit mince, seafood sauce, cranberry sauce, apple puree, canned fruit, crackers, mayonnaise, stuffing mix and bottled dressing. 4 For a quick apple sauce, heat 2 x 120g tubs apple puree with 2 tsps brown sugar, lemon…

Advice TAKE CONTROL AND GET SMART WITH YOUR FINANCES Relationships and money can be tricky. Who pays for what? Who spends what? Do you feel your partner overspends? Are you the one who spends more than you should? These are tough questions as there is a lot of emotion and feeling attached to the answers. Having to tell your spouse or partner you are in debt or have suffered from financial loss is one of the hardest things you’ll experience. The strain of knowing your past decisions don’t just affect you anymore but also someone you love can be debilitating. TALK, TALK AND MORE TALK A recent survey from the US found that 94 per cent of respondents who described their marriage as ‘great’ said they discuss their money dreams…

This new hybrid of self-tan is “literally the most hydrating tan possible,” says Jules, founder of tanning brand, Isle of Paradise. Perfect for dryer skin types, don’t let the lack of guide colour scare you off – Jules claims they’re foolproof. “Your skin should be saturated once finished” Jules explains. “Once applied, take an applicator mitt and sweep the product all over the skin to blend, remembering to do under the arms and all over your legs.”…

Quick vegie garden ideas Gardening is rewarding for many reasons. But waiting for a harvest is like watching a kettle boil for some of us! While we’d love to wave our magic wands and speed up the process, there are a few herbs and vegetables that only take around six to eight weeks until they’re ready to go. Here are six plants you can harvest in no time (well, almost!). 1 KALE Many recipes now call for kale instead of spinach; luckily, growing the popular green is super easy. Sow seeds two inches apart in rows 30 to 45 centimetres apart, choosing a nice sunny spot. Cover them with 1 to 1.5 centimetres of the soil, and keep it evenly moist (but not soaking wet), for best germination. Your…

Stars From December 12 - 18 Sagittarius NOV 23 – DEC 21 Don’t force yourself to be social if you don’t feel like it. Downtime is essential this month, so plan a few long walks or sneak off to the movies. If the seasonal stresses and strains are getting to you, a quick shoulder massage or physio session might do the trick. As they say, a stitch in time saves nine. Lucky numbers: 9, 19, 27, 39, 42, 45 Capricorn DEC 22 – JAN 20 Ready for your annual overhaul? With style-loving Venus spotlighting your centre stage, your image is primed for makeover. Hair, clothes, makeup, the works. People may be gathering like bees to a honeypot, but singles, if you’re looking for love, don’t be dazzled by…

Bryce Courtenay always used to say “his books belonged under the Christmas tree with the socks and chocolates,” the late author’s wife Christine tells New Idea. A decade on from Bryce’s death from stomach cancer in 2012, Christine says she still gets inundated with messages from his fans every festive season, asking if there’s a “secret unpublished manuscript” he may have been working on that is yet to come out. This year, Christine can offer them the next best thing – a biography she penned about her beloved husband’s early years and their life together. Best of all, the book, titled Bryce Courtenay: Storyteller, does include words written by Bryce himself ! It was a project that Christine started in June 2020, after she decided to give her garage a…

NEWS Toni Collette is determined to “thrive” and “evolve” in the wake of her shock split from husband of 20 years, rocker Dave Galafassi. Toni, 50, announced the divorce news just as photographs of Dave, 44, getting intimate with his rumoured new girlfriend, chiropractor Shannon Egan, during an early morning swim in Sydney were published. “It is with grace and gratitude that we announce we are divorcing,” the Muriel’s Wedding star said in her divorce statement. “We’re united in our decision and part with continuing respect and care for each other. Our kids are of paramount importance to us and we will continue to thrive as a family, albeit a different shape.” The early days of Toni and Dave’s relationship can only be described as a whirlwind. After…

Real life December 15 is a date that still haunts Joel Herat. Eight years ago on this day, he survived the terrorist attack at the Lindt Café in Sydney’s Martin Place. “I have my good days and my bad days,” Joel, 29, tells New Idea exclusively. The 16-hour ordeal claimed the lives of Sydney barrister Katrina Dawson, 38, and Lindt Café manager, Tori Johnson, 34. Three women were nursing gunshots while a police officer was wounded. Understandably, the day changed Joel’s life forever. But one of the few good things to come out of the ordeal for Joel was falling in love with his co-worker, Eunice Estaris. Joel and Eunice found each other after their mentor Tori, was killed by gunman, Man Haron Monis, 50. He had taken 18 people…

Farewell From Olivia Newton-John and Judith Durham to Angela Lansbury and Queen Elizabeth II, 2022 has taken some of our most cherished stars. But as the year draws to a close, it seems we aren’t yet done with the farewells. Kirstie Alley’s two children, Lillie and True Stevenson, sent shockwaves around the world last week, when they announced the 71-year-old actress had died on December 5 after a “recently discovered” battle with colon cancer. “Nobody outside of her family and a very select few others knew [she was sick],” a source close tells New Idea exclusively. “Kirstie lived a life of addiction, lost love, family bliss, all of it,” adds the friend. “Despite it all, she maintained this sunny outlook on life and a don’t-mess-with-me attitude. For that, she will…

At the annual Kennedy Centre Honors on December 4, George Clooney really was the man of the hour. Not only was the 61-year-old actor honoured for his contributions to the performing arts, but his gal pal, Julia Roberts, found her own cheeky way to show her admiration for him. Julia donned a custom Moschino gown adorned with photos of George in ornate gold frames. She even featured in one of the snaps! Once on stage, 55-year-old Julia put the humour aside momentarily to celebrate her long-time friend. “Not only is [George] handsome and talented in all mediums he chooses to tackle, he is profoundly present and attentive to the world around him,” she said. “He thinks so far outside of himself that, at times, it’s hard to imagine when he…

For decades, Mel Doyle has been shining a spotlight on the deeply emotional stories of everyday Aussie families. Now, she’s sharing her own. The former Sunrise host and award-winning journalist has opened up about meeting her 4-year-old sponsor child, Bridget, for the very first time. The special moment left Mel, 52, “in tears”. It was a 25-hour journey to Bridget’s homeland of Kenya, but according to Mel it was more than worth it. “Meeting her filled my heart,” she shared. Mel explained that Bridget is “one of 176 children registered with World Vision” in the African nation. “Bridget was understandably shy at first, but like most kids soon warmed up and was soon singing and dancing with her new koala bear,” Mel added. Mel has been a proud ambassador of…

Food 2 weeks to go! Christmas Honey Nougat Macadamia Bombe SERVES 8-10 PREP 30 MINS ■ 2 litre tub vanillaice-cream ■ 3 x 40g bars NougatHoney Log, sliced,plus extra to serve ■ ½ cup honey macadamias,roughly chopped ■ 4 cups crumbledfruit cake (500g) ■ Chocolate Ice Magic andfresh blackberries, to serve 1 Grease a metal pudding steamer (8-cup capacity). Line crossways with 2 long narrow strips of baking paper, to extend 5cm above the edge. Line base with baking paper. 2 Spoon ice-cream into a large bowl. Stand at room temperature for about 10 minutes, or until slightly softened. Stir until smooth. Stir in sliced nougat log and ¹⁄³ cup macadamias. Reserve remaining for decorating. 3 Working quickly, spoon 1 cup nougat ice-cream over base of prepared steamer. Smooth…

Why do I get so tired over Christmas? Between running through malls at all hours trying to locate the perfect present and spending weeks planning a whole family lunch, the holiday season can be a full-on affair. If you often find yourself exhausted over the Christmas period, dietitian Dr Joanna McMillan explains it’s a common experience. “Energy levels can fluctuate a lot during this time for a few reasons including an increase in social calendar commitments, and that can lead to later nights, less sleep, perhaps more alcohol or sugary drinks, less exercise as you get out of your usual routine, and a big one is your diet.” “Party food, eating out and turning to less healthy foods as an energy pick-me-up can all have a huge impact on your…

CAROLS Songbook Lachie Gill “This has been the craziest year! Since winning The Voice Australia, my life has been filled with so many amazing experiences and opportunities, some of which I could have only dreamed of. Christmas will be a chance to, not only see all my family and friends, but reflect and appreciate the year that was. I look forward to filling my belly with delicious food and spreading Christmas spirit with my nearest and dearest.” Mark Vincent “What I’m most looking forward to this year, is spending the holidays with my entire family. Being part of an Italian family, food is a big part of our culture. For Christmas this year, two of my nonnas will be cooking every meal you can think of – from lasagna, veal…

Advice What accessories are great for a night out? CIRCULAR EARRINGS No matter your style, a gorgeous statement earring is a great way to take an outfit from day to night. Currently trending are these chic circular shapes. BEADED BAG Elevate any outfit with a beaded bag. Colourful with a touch of ’90s nostalgia, each are the perfect size for an evening out with all your essentials. COLOURFUL HEELS If your go-to look is a black or dark hue, try adding a colourful heel to brighten up your ensemble. And for extra comfort, choose a block style as they give your feet more support. Stockists: colettehayman.com.au, cottonon.com/au, hm.com/au,novoshoes.com.au, seedheritage.com, theiconic.com.au, witchery.com.au, zara.com.au.…

Simple and creative decorations Easy Christmas Decorations WHAT YOU’LL NEED ■ Red, white and green pipecleaners ■ Bells ■ Glue gun INSTRUCTIONS CANDY CANES Wrap red and white pipe cleaners around one another in a diagonal pattern. Cut in half and bend to have cane shape. WREATH Plat 3 green pipe cleaners loosely together. Wrap ends together to create a circle. Use a red pipe cleaner to tie a bow around the top of the wreath. Using a hot glue gun, glue bells onto wreath. CHRISTMAS TREES Fold 2 green pipe cleaners in half and bend each half into a tree shape wrapping together at the base. Repeat with the second pipe cleaner. Once you have 2 tree shapes put them together to make a 3D tree. Cut a small…

Q My 46-year-old son died suddenly four weeks ago. He had a troubled life and didn’t take care of himself. I keep being told he is at peace now, but I still can’t accept he is gone. Can you tell me if he knows how much I loved him and how much I wish he was still here? – LEE A Your son Lance is very sorry for all the stress and suffering he sees you going through. Lance is someone who always kept things close to his chest and he found it hard to communicate his feelings with others. Lance is a very sensitive soul and he tells me that at times he felt misunderstood by those around him. He also wants me to point out to you that…

Entertainment THE WHITTIERS by Danielle Steel Connie and Preston Whittier’s grand home in Manhattan remains the centre of their family’s universe, and where they raised their six children. But when tragedy strikes and skeletons start coming out of the closet, the future of the Whittiers and also their home is now in question. OUT NOW WHATEVER NEXT? by Anne Glenconner Behind the glittering facade of a life spent being Princess Margaret’s best friend, Anne Glenconner has endured pain and hardship that few could ever comprehend. In this raw memoir, Anne shares the lessons that her long and unexpected life has taught her. OUT NOW MURDER MOST ROYAL by S.J. Bennett A human hand and a bag of drugs are found washed up on Queen Elizabeth’s estate at Sandringham, and the…

Movie MATILDA THE MUSICAL Just like the original film based on Roald Dahl’s novel, the 2022 musical version hits all the high notes. It follows Matilda (Alisha Weir) as she joins a new school with an evil headmistress (Emma Thompson). IN CINEMAS NOW Cooking THJE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF: FESTIVE SPECIALS Nothing says Christmas quite like cinnamon and spice, which is on the menu here. It’s the perfect feel-good food series to get you in the mood for puddings and mulled wine. AIRS FRI. 7.30PM ON LIFESTYLE FOOD Drama WELCOME TO CHIPPENDALES There’s a major backstory to legendary male stripper troupe, the Chippendales, and this new true crime series starring Murray Bartlett tells all. The drama follows the rise and fall of its founder Somen ‘Steve’ Banerjee, who was found…

“YOU DON’T WANT TO BE KNOWN AS THE BEST-BEHAVED SCHOOLIES OF ALL-TIME.”Karl Stefanovic has some advice for daughter Willow. “I SAID, ‘IF I DON’T SEE YOU CRYING WHEN I WALK DOWN THE AISLE, I’M TURNING AROUND!’ AND HE DID CRY!”Sarah Hyland was already laying down the law on her wedding day to Wells Adam. “I WASN’T A CHEERLEADER. I WAS ON THE DRILL TEAM … I WAS TERRIBLE AT IT.”There were no pom poms in Cameron Diaz’s past. “HIS EYESIGHT IS GOING, SO WE SAY I’M SIPHONING OFF HIS YOUTH AT NIGHT.”Helena Bonham Carter discusses dating her 21-year junior boyfriend Rye Dag Holmboe. “YOU REALLY DON’T WANT TO HAVE TO FIND A PLACE FOR YOUR DRINK WHILE YOU ATTACK THAT MINI BOWL OF RISOTTO.”Matt Preston explains why a host should…