Innehållsförteckning för Issue 42, 2023 från New Idea

DID YOU KNOW? The charity Foodbank helps feed Aussie families in need, and is one of the many charities that McDonald’s proudly supports. For the last 12 years McDonald’s have generously donated over 300 tonnes of grocery items from their distribution centres to ensure those less fortunate don’t go without. Find out more at: foodbank.org.au We just got a new barbecue, and this summer I’m hoping to up my grill game from the usual snags in bread. So the barbecue recipes from around the world (page 38) couldn’t have come at a better time! This weekend, I’m going to give the Mexican vegie kebabs a red-hot go. And now that the weather is warmer and we’re cooking outdoors, I’ll definitely be referring to our resident gardening expert Charlie Albone’s guide…

Lincoln Younes is officially off the market! The actor, 31, is notoriously private when it comes to his personal life, so his relationship with The Last King of the Crossco-star Courtney Clarke has been quietly blossoming on the down low. The couple met while filming the 10-part drama, in which former Home and Away star Lincoln portrayed colourful nightclub owner John Ibrahim. They were first spotted together in April this year after a lunch date in Sydney. The pair recently stepped out officially together at an event for GQ Australia. Courtney, 25, is an up-andcoming actress best known for her role in Aussie TV drama Paper Dolls. Your secret’s out now, guys!…

A home turf reunion could be on the cards for former couple Natalie Imbruglia and Daniel Johns. British-based Natalie, 48, took to Instagram recently to reveal she’s returning to Australia in the coming weeks for a tour. Sharing a photo of herself at the Virgin Radio’s Sunset Sessions in London, Natalie told her followers that it was a “special gig” for her, as it was her last one in London before jetting back to Oz. Eagle-eyed users noticed Daniel, 44, liked the post, leading some to speculate that the duo might plan on meeting up once Nat touches down. The pair divorced in 2008. After not speaking for a decade, Nat confirmed in 2022 that she and the Silverchair rocker were back in “a good place”.…

Police investigating the 26-year murder of childhood beauty pageant queen JonBenét Ramsey could finally be one step closer to catching her killer. A police insider has told US news website The Messenger that “there are several people on the radar … new persons of interest. “And we are seeing if any of them are the key to solving this case. Time will tell if we get the answers we need. This is a marathon, not a sprint.” The body of six-year-old JonBenét was discovered by her father, John, on December 26, 1996, in the basement of the family’s home in Boulder, Colorado. Duct tape had been placed over her mouth and a cord wrapped around her neck. ‘We are now finally hopeful for progress’ An autopsy determined JonBenét was killed…

September 30, 2023 will forever be twice as nice a date for Craig McRae. Not only did the AFL coach’s Collingwood Magpies win the Grand Final against his former team, the Brisbane Lions, but he and wife Gabrielle welcomed a baby girl earlier that day. And making things all the more sweeter, they named her Maggie! In a TV interview shortly after the final siren, Craig, 50, took time to praise his “incredible” wife for her no-nonsense approach to labour. “She went into labour yesterday afternoon, didn’t tell me, she just said she wasn’t feeling very well,” he told reporters. “I got a phone call this morning about a quarter to six saying, ‘You better get to hospital, this baby’s coming.’” By 7.45am little Maggie Grace McRae had arrived. Craig…

Priscilla Presley has endured more than her fair share of tragedy and drama this year. But now she’s been left all shook up – again – after learning that a new movie based on her life wasn’t able to feature any of her ex-husband Elvis Presley’s music. Priscilla lost her daughter Lisa Marie suddenly in January, and then endured a legal fight against her granddaughter Riley Keough over her estate. So this musical barring is “the last thing she expected – or needs,” a source exclusively reveals to New Idea. The 78-year-old star had hoped that Sofia Coppola’s biopic Priscilla would mark a fresh start after such a traumatic time. Adapted from her 1985 memoir Elvis and Me, the film charts Priscilla’s early life and her courtship with Elvis. Cailee…

Keanu Reeves’ girlfriend Alexandra Grant has made a rare public comment about their relationship, revealing she is very much “in love” with The Matrix star. Keanu and Alexandra, an artist, have been together for several years and are a notoriously private couple by Hollywood standards. But last week while attending the Los Angeles Beverly Arts Icon Awards, Alexandra, 50, stopped to speak with red carpet reporters. To their surprise, she offered up some insights into her relationship with Keanu, 59. “He’s such an inspiration to me. He’s so creative, he’s so kind. He works so hard,” she gushed. Alexandra also recounted a private interaction between her and the John Wick star. “In a moment of frustration in my life, I once said [to Keanu], ‘Sometimes I feel like a Maserati…

TIP Roti wraps are available from the bread aisle in major supermarkets. Replace with soft white or wholemeal wraps, if preferred. TIP For a change, replace salmon with chicken breast schnitzel steaks. Cooking time may vary. We used Gourmet Garden Thai Seasoning Paste in this recipe. TIP Lamb can be rubbed with spice blend and oil up to one day ahead. Keep covered in the fridge. Remove from fridge 30 minutes before barbecuing. Resting lamb after cooking redistributes the juices throughout the meat, making it tender when cut. TIP We used Masterfoods Mexican Style Spice Blend and Uncle Ben’s Microwave Mexican Style Rice. Photographer: James Moffatt. Stylist: Janelle Bloom. Photo chef: Kerrie Worner. Recipe development: Jane Ash.…

1. Consider existing room colours and desired mood for focused choices. This helps narrow options when visiting the florist. 2. Opt for a single flower type en masse for impact and timeless style. 3. Choose appropriate vases (shorter, wider ones highlight a flower’s natural form). Align arrangement shape with the space e.g. round for round tables, linear for long tables. 4. Cut stems at angles for better water absorption and longevity. Sustain flowers by changing water daily. 5. Arrange food and props around flowers for a seamless and polished aesthetic.…

Amid the rampant accusations of bullying on Channel Nine’s The Block,the show’s most popular judge, Shaynna Blaze, has left the Charming Street worksite for a rival network! Now, many industry insiders are wondering if Shaynna’s station-hopping might become permanent. Given Shaynna’s long history with Nine, many fans were taken aback when she was revealed to be Bluebottle on last week’s episode of Ten’s The Masked Singer. Shaynna explained on the show she has always loved singing, and hinted she might be priortising her pipes over interior design. “Singing was something I quashed for a long time, now it’s time to bring the vocal chords back out again,” she said. The Masked Singer judge Dave Hughes claimed on his radio show that Shaynna didn’t tell anyone at Nine about her surprise…

Robin Williams’ furious daughter Zelda has spoken out against Artificial Intelligence (AI) recreations of her late father, calling them “a poor facsimile of greater people”. “I’ve already heard AI used to get his ‘voice’ to say whatever people want and I find it personally disturbing,” Zelda, 34, said on Instagram. “Living actors deserve a chance to create characters with their choices, to voice cartoons, to put their HUMAN effort and time into the pursuit of performance.” Zelda continued that “these recreations are at their worst, a horrendous Frankensteinian monster, cobbled together from the worst bits of everything this industry is, instead of what it should stand for.” The use of AI to replicate an actor’s likeness is one of the main reasons for the ongoing actors strike. SAG-AFTRA describes AI recreations…

File this one under ‘U’ for unexpected news we didn’t see coming – but are very much on board with! Dannii Minogue has revealed that Home and Awayviewers could be seeing her back in Summer Bay in the not-too-distant future. Dannii played bad girl Emma Jackson from 1989 to 1990. She scored the role after Young TalentTime, and it launched her career to new heights, particularly in the UK. Dannii, 51, says watching her sister Kylie return to her own soap roots for last year’s Neighbours finale inspired her to do the same. “It would be fun to revisit Emma. I keep thinking it would be really nice to do something. Let’s see what happens,” she told Stellar. Dannii added that she’s interested in returning as the TV landscape has gone…

Next month, King Charles will celebrate his milestone 75th birthday. And all the monarch wants for his special day on November 14 is a reconciliation with his wayward youngest son, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex. “Word is that he’s summoned Harry to London for a small prebirthday dinner at which he’s hoping to begin the healing process,” a palace insider exclusively tells New Idea. “There’s also every indication that Harry’s desperate to rekindle his relationship with his father. “If it also means patching things up with his brother Prince Wiliam, he may be willing to do so – if Charles makes it a personal request.” Our source reveals that deep down, the King’s fondest desire is for both his sons to mend fences. “Queen Camilla is planning a large family…

Sophie Falkiner is sparkling with happiness – and it’s all thanks to the unmissable diamond now sitting on her ring finger. The former Wheel of Fortune presenter has announced her engagement to Steve Wood. He proposed during a romantic holiday in Queensland’s Whitsunday Islands, getting down on one knee on a secluded stretch of beach. “It’s official,” Sophie wrote while flashing her stunning solitaire ring on Instagram. “Thank you for making me the happiest woman I have ever been. Your kindness, strength, thoughtfulness, integrity, and love blows me away. I love you, and I can’t wait to be your wife.” Sophie, who turns 50 next March, never gave up on love following the end of her first marriage, but admits she was still taken by surprise when it struck again.…

Elle Macpherson’s beauty supplement brand WelleCo might promise to help people “glow from the inside”. But lately, many of their consumers are glowing outwardly with rage due to some missing orders. Elle launched WelleCo in 2014. The brand features a range of wellness products, including the Super Elixir green beauty powder, which retails at $88. The Goddess Elixir aims to support women through all stages of menopause – at $60 a pop! Elle, 59, has always been proud of the venture, and last month shared a gushing Instagram post to promote her brand. However, before long, the post was flooded with comments calling out Elle and the company over the lack of stock. One enraged customer even suggested the former model “dial back the advertising until [WelleCo] has adequate supply”.…

TIP Chocolate ice-cream can be replaced with chocolate chip or vanilla ice-cream, if preferred. Cake can be made up to the end of step 4 one week ahead. Before removing from pan, place a hot damp cloth over clip on the side for a few minutes to prevent cake from breaking. TIP Soften ice-cream in tub to avoid mixing flavours. Ice Magic can be replaced with melted chocolate. TIP Blueberries can be replaced with raspberries, mango or passionfruit. Photographer: James Moffatt. Stylist: Janelle Bloom. Photo chef: Kerrie Worner. Recipe development: Kim Meredith.…

Tempted to ditch gluten, or wave goodbye to meat, dairy or both? You may be considering a restrictive diet to lose weight, but will it work? “Yes, potentially. This would depend on what you cut out and your original diet,” says sports nutritionist Jess Hillard at teamwarrior. com. Cutting out any food and not replacing those calories will lead to weight loss. But there are drawbacks. “Excluding a food group puts you at risk of developing key nutrient deficiencies,” says Jess. Here’s what happens when you reduce how much you eat of certain foods, with tips on avoiding the pitfalls. QUITTING CARBS “I would never advise this,” says Jess. While Australia doesn’t yet have an RDI for Carbohydrates, according to the NHS’ The Eatwell Guide, “Carbohydrates provide essential fuel for…

VOLUME BOOST If there’s one thing we’re always trying to do to our hair, it’s add volume. “The foundation of any hairstyle you’re trying to achieve is a salonquality product, and if you want volume, you need volumising products,” says Jaye Edwards, owner of Edwards and Co. “When conditioning, avoid the root area, as this will weigh your hair down. Steer clear of any products that claim to be smoothing or super moisturising, as these will also weigh your hair down.” Ouai Wave Spray 150ml, $43, sephora.com.au O&M Fine Intellect Shampoo, $39.95, adorebeauty.com.au LUXE LATTE Bridging the gap between glam and neutral, the latte makeup trend is all about playing around with coffee colours that suit your complexion to create a natural base. “Think primers and skin tints with a…

PRE-BOOK YOUR SEAT Don’t leave your seat up to chance, otherwise you’ll end up in the dreaded middle seat or near the toilets. You may have to pay a small fee, but on a long-haul, it’s worth every cent. Log onto seatguru.com to find the best seats for your flight, then log into your booking and find the seat you want. BRING YOUR OWN ENTERTAINMENT Ever sat down to look at the movies on offer on your flight only to find the entertainment system isn’t working or the selection is average? Don’t risk it – be sure to bring a fullycharged iPad, laptop or phone with some of your favourite TV series, movies and music downloaded. And bring a good book or magazine, too. PACK YOUR OWN ACCESSORIES They get…

Dawn French is a Huge Twat.These are Dawn’s words and not ours, and more specifically the title of the comedy queen’s new stage show, which she is bringing to our shores in 2024. “This show is named because unfortunately, it’s horribly accurate,” Dawn explained. “There have been far too many times I have made stupid mistakes or misunderstood something vital or jumped the gun in a spectacular display of twattery. I thought I might tell some of these buttock-clenching embarrassing stories to give Australian audiences a peek behind the scenes of my work life … roll up!” So far, there have been 11 dates released for the tour, with more to announced. It kicks off in Perth in April. The comedian encouraged fans to book early in order to witness…

“I COULDN’T SPEAK A WORD, LET ALONE SING. I HAD TO LEARN HOW TO TALK FROM SCRATCH.” Delta Goodrem is thrilled to be back behind the microphone after medical issues. “IT’S ALARMING, BUT ALSO EXCITING.” Kylie Minogue says the new generation of fans her hit song ‘Padam Padam’ has brought her have never heard of ‘The Loco-Motion’! “I HAVE SPENT A LOT OF MY TIME TRYING TO UNDERSTAND AND ALSO ENJOY AMERICAN FOOTBALL.” With her partner Rich Paul a sports agent, Adele’s had to put in the work! “IT IS FIFTH TIME LUCKY … I’VE BEEN FEELING THAT FOR YEARS.” Dame Joan Collins finally found a keeper in husband-of-21-years Percy Gibson. “YOUNGER WIVES, NO SNACKING AND WEARING TRAINERS ALL THE TIME – AND YOU HAVE TO BE CAREFUL NOT TO…

Music icon Stevie Nicks can tick a dream off her bucket list, now that Mattel have created a Barbie in her likeness. The star told People magazine that when she held the finished product, she “fell in love with her.” “My whole world changed,” she shared. “She’s strong, fierce and solid.” Dressed in Stevie’s signature black robes and holding a tambourine, the doll is a trip down memory lane for the Fleetwood Mac frontwoman. “When I look at her, she’s my whole life from beginning to now,” Stevie, 75, added. “Barbie’s little hands are a lot like my hands.”…

Downton Abbey star Hugh Bonneville and his wife of 25 years Lucinda ‘Lulu’ Williams have called time on their marriage. The couple met as teenagers, and share one son, 22-year-old Felix. They renewed their vows just five years ago in Las Vegas. Despite a spokesperson confirming the split, it appears the decision to part ways was not exactly mutual. A source told The Sunt hat Hugh, 59, delivered the divorce request back in July. Lulu was recently seen getting “incredibly emotional” while talking about the break-up in a pub near their West Sussex home. The divorce follows those of Hugh’s Downton co-starsJoanne Froggatt and Amy Nuttall, leading many to wonder if the show’s cast has been struck by a love curse……

Victoria and David Beckham have broken their 20-yearlong silence over his alleged affair in a new four-part Netflix documentary series titled Beckham. As many will recall, in the early 2000s David was publicly accused of cheating with his former personal assistant, Rebecca Loos, while he was in Spain playing for Real Madrid. David, 48, has always denied the allegations, but Posh, 49, admits in the tell-all that this period was the “unhappiest of her life” . The former Spice Girl also said the months following the bombshell allegations were the “hardest”, as she felt like she and David no longer “had each other”. She further confessed she “resented” her husband for turning their marriage into a media circus. A teary-eyed David shared his own personal anguish over the allegations. Fisher…

Only in New Idea It’s been a big year for Margot Robbie, who has shot to new levels of superstardom following her colossal hit movie, Barbie. Throughout the success, Margot’s husband Tom Ackerley has remained faithfully by her side as her number one supporter. However, New Idea’s exclusive sources reveal that outside of her marriage, Margot, 33, has received a less than lukewarm reception from her immediate family members – in particular her brothers, Cameron and Lockie. Indeed, last week, older brother Lockie joked to his 13.2k Instagram followers of the fact that he is only just getting around to watching his sister’s careerdefining movie, despite Barbie being released in cinemas back in July. “Finally seeing what the hype is all about,” Lockie captioned a picture of the Barbie movie…

Only in New Idea The lighthouse property made famous by the classic ’90s children’s TV series Round the Twist could be yours, with the home recently listed for sale. The impressive dwelling is located atop a picturesque cliff in Aireys Inlet, Victoria. A stone’s throw from Split Point Lighthouse, which was a centre point of Round the Twist, it has an asking price of $3.2-$3.5 million. This is the first time the property has been put on the market in 85 years. New Idea has learnt that one potential buyer has special ties to the home – its original cast member Frankie J. Holden! Frankie played real-estate agent Harold Gribble in the first season of the show back in 1990. He tells us that he could be persuaded to put…

TIP To toast pecans, place on an oven tray in a moderate oven (180C) for about five minutes, or until pecans are slightly darker in colour and smell toasted. TIP You will need a 250g bulb of fresh beetroot for this recipe. Peel beetroot before grating. Cake will keep for up to three days in an airtight container in the fridge. TIP Avoid opening oven in the first 35 minutes of cooking to prevent the heat escaping so pastry becomes crisp. Spinach and rocket leaves can be tossed with balsamic salad dressing before serving.…

When New Idea sits down with the ridiculously talented couple that are Anthony Callea and Tim Campbell, we anticipate lots of laughter with a big splash of cheekiness – and they don’t disappoint! We’re meeting the boys to chat about their concert tour, Up Close & Unpredictable. It’s their first time taking the stage together in almost 17 years, and they tell us the idea for the show was born “over a few cocktails”. “I love that we are kind of producing the show ourselves,” Tim says proudly. The seasoned showman has a wealth of experience in the industry, having racked up an impressive CV on both stage and screen. During their concert extravaganza, Tim gets to revisit his early career in the ’90s through music and anecdotes. He tells…

Soon-to-be dad-of-two Tim Robards describes his decision to take part in this year’s SAS in the Middle East, as a “mid-life crisis” and a wanting to “break some self-doubt”. Over the last few years, Tim has had two reconstructive surgeries, chronic back pain, a suspected spinal infection and chronic knee tendinopathy. He says it may seem “crazy to push myself again” by signing up for SAS, but he approached the show as a chance to build a “robust” body. “I haven’t had too much adversity of late,” Tim tells us. “Sometimes you have to seek it out to remain sharp, gain confidence and know what you are capable of.” Yet Tim’s loved ones were hesitant about him jumping into the show. “They don’t think my body can handle it,” he…

Robert Irwin Crikey – Robert’s girlfriend Rorie Buckey clearly crocs his world! The pair looked smitten as they holidayed in Tasmania recently. Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh Leaving her garden party dresses at home, the royal went hell for leather in an edgy ensemble for an engagement in London. Geri Halliwell It was no drag for this Spice Girl superfan to turn up to the launch of Geri’s new children’s book Rosie Frost and the Falcon Queen in New York. Michelle Yeoh Disneyland is said to be the happiest place on Earth. Well, it is for Best Actress Oscar winner and grinner Michelle, who enjoyed a fun day out in the Magic Kingdom with family. Alan Carr Here he goes again! British comedian Alan Carr gave us a twirl at the…