Innehållsförteckning för Issue 33, 2023 från New Idea

One of my all-time favourite movies is The Castle. My sister and I relentlessly quote it, and she even recently bought me a jumper emblazoned with the words ‘We’re going to Bonnie Doon’ – and one day, we fully intend to make that pilgrimage to the Kerrigan family’s serene lakeside holiday locale in rural Victoria. So when New Idea was offered a chat with Michael Caton to honour his 80th birthday, the team and I jumped at the chance. As you’ll see on page 18, despite entering his ninth decade, he’s still brimming with his trademark dry wit. Now all we need is a sequel to the cult classic… please don’t tell us we’re dreamin’! Editor newidea@aremedia.com.au newidea.com.au @newideamagazine @newideamagazine…

Suzanne Somers has made the heartbreaking announcement that her breast cancer has returned, following her first diagnosis in 2000. “Since I have been taking time off from work, many of you have asked for more details about my health,” Suzanne, 76, said in a statement. “As you know, I had breast cancer two decades ago, and every now and then it pops up again, and I continue to bat it down. This is not new territory for me.” Receiving an outpouring of love and emotional support from fans, Suzanne assured everyone she is tackling the cruel disease head on. “I know how to put on my battle gear and I’m a fighter,” she said. The self-help queen added that her husband of 46 years, US TV host Alan Hamel, has…

Karl Stefanovic has landed himself in hot water, after making a crude drug related joke about David Koch during the TV Week Logies. While the Today host is known for his larrikin brand of humour, New Idea hears his quip did not sit well with Kochie’s inner circle. Early in the ceremony, Kochie named Aussie series Bump as one of his favourite shows. In some circles, small amounts of cocaine are called ‘bumps’, which led to Karl’s joke. “I did want to just check something … I am pretty sure before I heard Kochie say he loves bumps … Season 3,” Karl said when he took to the stage. “Did anyone mishear that? Because I am pretty sure I did. Anyway, those are the headlines tomorrow morning.” It comes after…

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were once so in sync that the duchess described them as “like salt and pepper – we always move together”. But no amount of saccharine superlatives have been enough to quell the constant rumours that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s marriage is on the rocks. Despite a very public and highly choreographed pre-taped video of the couple making calls on behalf of a charity last week – and a puff piece about their relationship on the cover of People magazine dropping the same day – insiders continue to question whether the couple will indeed last the distance. Many sources also suspect that Harry’s not happy in California, where he often cuts a solitary figure on Santa Barbara beaches with his labrador, Pula. He has…

Real life Simply reading “Forever my big brother”, a tribute to Lieutenant Maxwell Nugent penned by his sister Sami on social media after he and three other brave members of the Australian Defence Force were killed in a horror helicopter crash, is heartbreaking. “You did what you loved until the very end,” Sami posted, alongside precious photos of her brother. The flight on July 28 was meant to be a standard nocturnal training exercise. But what started as routine ended in tragedy when the the chopper, a MRH-90 Taipan, crashed into the ocean just south of Hamilton Island, Qld. Scattered debris from the wreckage was found floating in the water the following day. Warrant Officer Class Two Joseph Laycock, Corporal Alexander Naggs, Captain Daniel Lyon and Max were all on…

Real life When you think of spies you may think of James Bond – but real-life secret agent Mercia Masson was about as far away from the gun-toting 007 as you could get. Merica was recruited by the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO) after World War II. Her mission? To undermine communism in Australia. She regularly attended high-society parties and befriended the rich and famous, creating a circle of contacts that she would ultimately betray. Mercia was so serious and secretive about her work that even her family had no idea she led a double life. “When my mother died in 1975 the papers rang, asking me about her,” Mercia’s daughter Cindy Dobbin tells New Idea exclusively. “One journalist said that he was writing a book about Australian spies and…

Nutty Snickers Cheesecake SERVES 8-10 PREP 45 MINS ■ ½ x 250g packet Butternut Snap Cookie■ ½ cup roasted salted peanuts■ 50g unsalted butter, melted FILLING ■ 200g block milk cooking chocolate, chopped■ 180g packet Snickers Share Pack, chopped■ 2 x 250g blocks cream cheese, chopped, at room temperature■ ¼ cup firmly packed brown sugar■ 300ml tub thickened cream TO SERVE ■ 300ml tub thickened cream, whipped■ 2 x 50g Snickers chocolate bars, chopped diagonally 1 Invert base of a 22.5cm round springform pan (base measures 21.5cm). Grease and line base and side with baking paper. 2 Process cookies and peanuts in a food processor until finely crushed. Add butter. Process until combined. Press over the base of prepared pan. Refrigerate. 3 To make filling, combine chocolate and half the…

Is incontinence during menopause normal? Between hot flushes and mood swings, you would think that menopause couldn’t get any more testing. Until one day you notice your bladder isn’t holding up like it used to. Urinary incontinence (UI) is one of those menopause symptoms no-one warns you about, yet so many of us experience it. In fact, 55 per cent of postmenopausal women have some form of the condition. “Whilst not all cases are due to menopause, it is considered to be a significant contributor to most UI cases,” says Confidence Club consultant Sonya Meyer. “Unfortunately, menopause and incontinence are two topics not discussed enough individually, let alone together.” Sonya shares how the two are linked and what we can do to help minimise our symptoms. WHY DOES IT OCCUR?…

How can I get my hair to look thicker? Banish build-up Using the wrong shampoo for your hair type can lead to a multitude of problems including clogged hair follicles and product build-up, which can then stunt hair growth. To save stressed strands, add a clarifying shampoo into your routine every two weeks. Giving your hair a deep clean can help clear clogged follicles leaving it lush and healthy. Aveda Rosemary Mint Purifying Shampoo, $30, adorebeauty.com.au is great for those with a sensitive scalp and contains white vinegar to gently purify the hair without disrupting the natural balance. For oilier types, try Essano Clarify & Balance Micellar Shampoo, $12.60, amazon.com.au which uses micellar water to wash away excess oil, pollutants, and build-up without damaging locks, along with rose water to…

Stars From Aug 7-13 Leo JUL 24 – AUG 23 Thanks to Venus, life is now more social for many Lionesses – and more colourful. Beautiful clothes may catch your eye, along with stylish accessories. On the money front, an idea that pops up out of the blue might be worth exploring – just research things carefully. Lucky crystal: Rose quartz heart Virgo AUG 24 – SEP 23 You might want to curl up and cocoon, but August’s extroverted stars are pushing you out. This week’s chatty conditions are perfect for overdue catch-ups, but you’ll need to satisfy that sentimental streak as well. Why not polish up a precious piece of jewellery? Lucky colour: Deep blue Libra SEP 24 – OCT 23 Torn between two…

Oscar winner Meryl Streep has arrived at The Arconia for Only Murders in the Building’s third season! The actress plays the role of Loretta Durkin, an eccentric Broadway star who meets the crime caper’s three amateur sleuths (Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez) when her co-star Ben Glenroy (Paul Rudd) drops dead on stage. The death was shown in the last season’s finale, so the action is picking up right where it left off. “ [Meryl] couldn’t have been more humble, more nice, more adorable,” says Selena. “I don’t know how to explain it. “She was so sweet to everyone and on time and never looked at her script. It was really inspiring.” While Meryl is a huge star, she’s very selective about her projects, and has focused on…

With Tinseltown shut down due to strikes, Nicole Kidman used her free time to make a flying visit to see her beloved mother Janelle in Sydney. The 56-year-old was spotted arriving at her mum’s Lower North Shore home before treating her to a day out. Given Janelle’s ailing health, Nicole makes an effort to return home whenever she can. In a recent interview Nicole spoke about her mum, stressing she loves nothing more than to be by her side. “We’re down here primarily to take care of my mother and to have her surrounded by her grandchildren,” the devoted daughter said. Days after Nicole’s visit, the actress was seen leaving Sydney alongside her husband Keith and their two daughters Sunday and Faith.…

TV scoop THE BLOCK Blockhead Eliza and her younger sister, Liberty, might be coming into The Block as underdogs, having never done any type of renovation work before – but on the flipside, the 37-year-old is used to being in front of the cameras! Sources tell New Idea the Melburnian has “flirted with the spotlight” for years thanks to several high-profile friendships, including Hamish Blake and MAFS bride Carly Bowyer. Eliza became great mates with Hamish, 41, when she began working for him and his radio partner, Andy Lee. Originally from Adelaide, Eliza moved to Melbourne in 2009 as she wanted to get into radio after studying journalism at university. Initially working as a radio producer, she says she “fell into” the role of personal assistant for Hamish and Andy,…

Local stars Much-loved actor Michael Caton admits being around to celebrate his 80th birthday “was never part of my master plan”. “It kind of snuck up on me when I wasn’t looking!” the larrikin star tells New Idea cheerfully. Indeed, if someone had prophesied to Michael he’d live this long – and have the career he’s had – he wouldn’t have believed them. To quote his most well-known character, The Castle’s Darryl Kerrigan, he’d say “tell him he’s dreaming!” Yet there Michael was at Sydney’s exclusive Bondi Icebergs Club, marking his July 21 milestone with family and friends like a man half his age. As his “great mate” and Packed to the Rafters co-star Rebecca Gibney puts it, “Michael is an Australian legend, known in the industry for working hard…

CAROLE’S PARTY IS OVER Catherine, Princess of Wales is shining in her new royal role, but things are starting to dim a little for her parents, Carole and Michael Middleton. While they have managed to avoid any major scandals since their eldest daughter married into royalty, the Middleton family business, Party Pieces, recently collapsed with debts of $4.78 million. The once-successful party supplies venture, which sold everything from paper plates to balloons and themed costumes, was founded by Carole at her kitchen table in 1987. It then boomed in the late ’90s as an online store. However, a string of poor business decisions in recent years resulted in the company’s collapse, leaving many of their stockists unlikely to recoup their losses. Furious creditors are said to be stunned as they…

Chipotle Chicken with Corn Chip Crust SERVES 6 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR, 45 MINS ■ 1.5kg chicken thigh fillets, trimmed, cut into 5cm pieces■ 1 large red onion, cut into thin wedges■ 1 large red capsicum (300g), cut into 3cm pieces■ 1 tblsp chipotle seasoning■ 375g jar enchilada cooking sauce■ 400g can diced tomatoes■ 2 x 125g cans black beans, drained, rinsed■ 1 avocado, halved■ 2 tblsps lime juice TOPPING ■ 200g packet plain corn chips, coarsely crushed■ 1½ cups grated tasty cheese 1 Heat an oiled flameproof, casserole dish (14-cup capacity) over a medium to high heat. Add chicken in two batches. Cook, turning occasionally for about 5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove. 2 Heat same oiled dish over medium to high heat. Add onion, capsicum and…

Fig Choc Cakes with Fudge Sauce MAKES 6 PREP & COOK 40 MINS ■ 1 cup chopped soft and juicy dried figs (200g)■ 75g unsalted butter, chopped■ ¼ cup stevia■ 2 x 90g bars no-added sugar dark cooking chocolate, coarsely chopped■ ¾ tsp bicarbonate of soda■ 2 eggs, lightly beaten■ 1 cup self-raising flour■ 3 tsps cocoa powder■ Whipped cream, to serve FUDGE SAUCE ■ 90g chopped no-added sugar dark cooking chocolate■ ½ cup thickened cream 1 Grease a six-hole Texas muffin pan (¾-cup capacity). 2 Place figs, 1 cup water, butter, stevia and half the chocolate in a medium saucepan over a medium to high heat. Stir until butter and chocolate are melted. Bring to boil. Boil for 1 minute. 3 Remove pan from heat. Stir in soda. Transfer…

Advice OUR DESIGN GURU HELPS YOU NAVIGATE YOUR NEXT PROJECT In the early ’80s, with a few dollars in my pocket, I headed to Europe with a couple of mates. We went skiing in the French Alps and then headed down to the Greek islands to live cheaply in the sun until the money ran out. It was a great trip, and what I picked up about design from travelling through Europe has stayed with me forever. I learnt that space was precious, and a home can be heightened if you maximise the use of it. I visited the narrowest home in the world in Amsterdam, where the bedroom was built under the staircase. Pulleys were used to hoist beautiful timber storage crates up to the ceiling when not needed.…

Q I’ve been on my own for more than 20 years. I would like to know if there’s someone out there for me? I also think of my mum who passed away 15 years ago suddenly. Is she OK? – MARIA A The reason that you think of your beautiful mother is because she is thinking of you and trying to connect with you. Mum doesn’t want you to worry about her as she is settled and at peace. Mum is one of your guides and is always by your side. Mum worries about you and wants you to be happy and fulfilled. She understands how hard it can be to be happy when you lose someone you are so close to. Mum is telling me that you were her…

FICTION BITTER & SWEET by Amal Awad Successful chef Zeina leaves her high-profile job to return home and save her sick dad’s crumbling restaurant. It isn’t long however, before family secrets and tensions start to boil to the surface. OUT NOW FICTION FAREWELL TO THE LITTLE COFFEE SHOP OF KABUL by Deborah Rodriguez Pour yourself a cuppa and savour this final instalment of the much-loved trilogy. Sunny is back in her coffee shop after eight years away. OUT NOW THRILLER THE HONEYMOON By Kate Gray Two happy newlywed couples meet while honeymooning in Bali and become fast friends. All is well until their last night when they discover a dead body. Full of twists, you won’t want to put it down! OUT NOW CRIME VIOLET KELLY AND THE JADE OWL…

“THEY CALL IT ‘MUMMY WRIST’. DID I MENTION IT’S BOTH HANDS?!”New mum Kaley Cuoco reveals she’s suffering from tendonitis. “I’LL JUST HOPEFULLY DROP DEAD IN THE MIDDLE OF A SONG ON STAGE SOMEDAY. HOPEFULLY, ONE I’VE WRITTEN.”Dolly Parton insists she has no plans to ever retire. “OF COURSE … I’M RED-HEADED AND CELTIC!”Sarah, Duchess of York is quick to respond when asked if she’s ever table danced. “LOVE IS ALL AROUND.”Love Actually child star Thomas Brodie-Sangster quoted from the rom-com while announcing his engagement to Talulah Riley. “WE’VE BEEN AT RESTAURANTS WHERE SHE’S SAID, ‘DO YOU HAVE ANY NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER?’ AND I’M LIKE, ‘MAYBE WE JUST KEEP THAT FOR HOME TIME.’”Kristen Bell’s young daughters have quite the advanced palette when it comes to beverages.…

NEWS Richard Roxburgh and his wife, TV chef Silvia Colloca, have escaped the Aussie winter in favour of a trip to her native Italy. The couple, who share daughter Luna and sons Raphael and Miro, were seen heading to the beach for a swim in the pristine waters of Maratea. A small town on the Tyrrhenian coast, it is known as ‘the pearl of the Tyrrhenian’. Richard, 61, and Silvia, 46, will celebrate their 19th wedding anniversary on September 25. It’s clear the pair are still head over heels with each other, with Richard revealing they don’t like to spend too much time apart working. “We have a rule, my wife and I, about not spending more than seven weeks apart for the family,” he said.…

Special report Over the moon From a broken back to breaking records, Hayley Raso played a major role in the Matildas’ victory over Canada last week, and no-one was prouder than her mum Renaye Sweeting. Hayley and her mum have matching full moon tattoos on their arms, and when one emerged right before the must-win clash against Canada Hayley knew it was a good omen. “I [texted Mum] and said, ‘it’s a full moon’,” she told 7NEWS. “She said, ‘It’s a sign.’’’ Renaye added: “The full moon is our thing, every time there’s a full moon we send it to each other. “I just kept looking up to the moon just saying, please come through for her … and it did.” The road to the FIFA World Cup…

Real life Tyler Murphy and his younger brothers Ashley, Tommy and Dallas were barely out of nappies when they each fell in love with the rodeo for the first time. Their dad, Tom, is a ringer, and the boys grew up watching him riding bucking bulls in the paddocks near their home in Cloncurry, QLD, dreaming of one day becoming cowboys themselves. “They were about two when they learned to ride,” Tom, 38, tells New Idea, “and first mounted spritely calves that were trying to buck them off from the age of five.” Tyler, 13, Ashley, 11, and Tommy, nine, have already achieved placements in local competitions for the poddy calf races. Eldest Tyler even won his first competition! Dallas, seven, has yet to compete, but can’t wait to get…

No-nonsense, ballsy and badass, Suzi Quatro remains one of music’s true trailblazers. Now 73, the singer has no plans to retire – or hang up the trademark leather jumpsuit that’s as iconic as Suzi herself. “I was bitten by the Elvis bug and when I saw him wearing his, I said to myself: ‘I’m going to wear that,’” Suzi tells us of the outfit. “And I did. It’s just me … God knows why! But it is and I still wear it now, and I don’t plan to stop.” While Suzi is very much America’s reigning ‘First Lady of Rock’, when she sat down with New Idea recently it’s clear Australia owns a special piece of her heart. ‘I don’t dwell on getting older’ “I have actually lost count of…

Smores Nutella Waffles SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 15 MINS ■ 2 tblsps Nutella■ 4 waffles (see Tip)■ 160g (16) pink and white marshmallows■ 50g dark cooking chocolate, melted■ Vanilla ice-cream and raspberries and strawberries, to serve 1 Line an oven tray with baking paper. 2 Gently spread Nutella over waffles. Place Nutella-side up on prepared tray. Top each one with four marshmallows. 3 Cook in a moderate oven (180C) for about 5 minutes, or until waffles are warm and marshmallows are just melted. Transfer to serving plates. 4 Spoon melted chocolate into a snap-lock bag. Squeeze into one corner of bag. Twist bag and snip tip. 5 Top warm waffles with ice-cream. Drizzle over chocolate. Serve with raspberries and strawberries. TIP You’ll find a range of waffles in the…

What to wear with a knit dress? A knit dress is worth the investment in your winter wardrobe right now. It’s versatile – great for dressing up or keeping casual – warm, and suits all shapes and sizes. CASUAL & COOL For low-key weekend catch-ups or running errands, pair your dress with relaxed Chelsea boots and an oversized trench. OFFICE READY Simply add the three ‘b’s’ to this look: belt, blazer and boots. Make sure your belt is slim to medium in width and your boots are knee length. OFF-DUTY Double up on knitwear during your cosy days off. Add a similar-toned jumper over your dress and a pair of comfy sneakers. Stockists: betts.com.au, forevernew.com.au, foxwoodclothing.com.au, hm.com/au, kmart.com.au, novoshoes.com.au, sportsgirl.com.au, target.com.au, uniqlo.com/au…

Advice GOT A RELATIONSHIP Q? DR LURVE HAS ALL THE ANSWERS... As we get older, we become more selective with who we spend our time with. It’s important to remember that happiness and fulfilment can be found within ourselves, without a romantic partner by our side. Embracing solitude and discovering the joys of being alone can lead to a sense of contentment and inner peace, but some people aren’t sure where to start. Here are three tips to help you find happiness and live your best life… CULTIVATE SELF-LOVE THROUGH SELF-CARE Learning to love and care for yourself is a crucial step towards finding happiness independently. Taking the time to indulge in activities that bring you joy and nourish your soul is a crucial first step. Whether it’s pursuing a…

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The gift of reading What a wonderful story on Natalie Bubner and how her Story Dog, Miss Fergie, is helping young children gain confidence with their reading (New Idea, July 10). Miss Fergie, and all the other dogs and owners in this program, aren’t just helping these children with their reading, they’re giving them a gift for life. And that’s priceless. JUDITH CAINE, DONVALE, VIC. My husband trying to read the paper, but our beautiful cat Mischa has other ideas. JENNY ANDERSON, CLAREMONT, WA. My almost two-year-old grandson Lenny, in full flight – a photo taken while on grandma duty. It was hard work, pushing and snapping at the right time! SHELLEY LYCETT, WANGURI, NT. Sunrise with my granddaughter Stevie and her dog, Darla. AMANDA NOVACK, BROADBEACH WATERS, QLD. My…