Innehållsförteckning för Issue 11, 2024 från New Idea

BLOOMING LOVELY NEWS! Wedding bells could soon be ringing for Brad Pitt, now that his girlfriend, Ines de Ramon, has secured a divorce! Brad, 60, and Ines, 31, have been dating for a little over a year. Yet the actor has reportedly been hesitant to officially propose until she’d finalised her divorce from TheVampireDiaries star Paul Wesley. This finally happened at the end of last month. Now that her ex-husband is no longer lingering in her life, Ines appeared relaxed while running errands in Beverly Hills recently. Ines, who works in the corporate office of LA-based jewellery brand Anita Ko, looked decidedly casual wearing a T-shirt and jeans. She also carried an enormous bouquet of flowers. As the couple look forward to their next chapter, a source told Peoplethat Ines…

Onlyin New Idea Robert Irwin’s primetime TV career has officially begun! With his mum, Terri, by his side, the 20-year-old has jetted off to South Africa to commence his co-hosting gig on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! But while an exciting new adventure awaits Robert, it’s proving to be an emotional time for his big sister, Bindi. Bindi, 25, noticeably skipped sending Robert and Terri, 59, off on their travels, with her husband, Chandler Powell, tasked with airport drop-off duties instead. Our exclusive source says the tight-knit Irwin trio preferred to have a bittersweet goodbye at home, alongside Bindi’s twoyear-old daughter Grace. “Bindi promised Robert they will FaceTime him every day,” the source tells. Contrary to some reports that Bindi is jealous of her sibling’s burgeoning solo…

ALWAYS A GENTLEMAN Hugh Bonneville has seemingly wasted no time moving on following the end of his 25-year marriage. It’s believed the Downton Abbey actor is now dating Canadian actress Claire Rankin. The pair were seen partaking in a five-hour dinner and drinks session with friends in London’s Soho district on March 10. Included in the group were Hugh’s former screen daughter Michelle Dockery and her new husband, Jasper Waller-Bridge. She played Lady Mary Crawley opposite Hugh’s Lord Grantham. “Hugh and Claire looked so happy together, they couldn’t stop smiling,” an onlooker told The Sun. “They looked like any other couple and seemed to be really enjoying each other’s company.” Sources say Hugh, 60, and Claire, 53, left the gathering together and appeared “cheerful” as they strolled arm in…

The noble thief Leonardo da Vinci’s painting the Mona Lisa is probably the most famous in the world – partly because of its brazen theft in 1911. Italian Vincenzo Peruggia was working as a handyman at the Louvre, Paris, when he masterminded the art heist. His motive was he thought the painting should have been on display in an Italian museum. The carpenter stowed away in a security closet after work, hung around until the museum was empty and shamelessly carried the painting out the door wrapped in a smock the next morning. As the theft gained worldwide attention, Peruggia held on to the artwork, stashing it in a trunk in his Paris apartment. After two years he grew impatient and attempted to sell the artwork to Mario Fratelli, the…

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DID YOU HEAR ABOUT... Amanda Knox’s story is getting the Hollywood treatment. It’s been announced that in-demand actress Margaret Qualley will play the infamous American in a new crime miniseries. The official description for the eight-episode project states it will be “based on the true story” of how Amanda was “wrongfully convicted” for the murder of her roommate, Meredith Kercher, and her “16-year odyssey to set herself free”. In 2007, Seattle college student Amanda and her then-Italian boyfriend were accused of murdering Meredith while they were studying in Perugia, Italy. What followed was a sensational court trial, which ended with Amanda, who was nicknamed ‘Foxy Knoxy’ by the media, being acquitted and fleeing back to the US. Margaret’s star continues to rise in Hollywood. She has been nominated for two…

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FIVE MONTHS AGO Just months before King Frederik and Queen Mary acceded the Danish throne, he prompted affair rumours after being pictured with a Mexican socialite in Spain. Now, it seems Fred, 55, has returned to the scene of the so-called crime. Spanish-language magazine Hola! reports that Fred returned to Madrid in recent weeks – the same location where he was pictured with Genoveva Casanova in October. During that trip they reportedly went out for dinner, strolled through a park, and visited a gallery together. Hola! claims Fred’s latest trip to the city was a “private visit”, and that the newly minted monarch travels to Spain “regularly, under the radar”. Genoveva, a philanthropist and model, has strenuously denied allegations of an affair between herself and the King, while Amalienborg Palace…

She’s stayed silent about her husband’s rumoured links to a younger woman, but behind the scenes, Natalie Portman has been forging ahead with a divorce as far back as July last year. It’s emerged that the actress, 42, filed for divorce from Benjamin Millepied, 46, just weeks after reports he allegedly had an affair with climate activist Camille Etienne. At the time, it was believed that Natalie and Benjamin – who fell for each other on the set of 2010 film BlackSwan – were staying together. But Natalie’s rep has now confirmed the divorce was finalised in February in France, where the former couple live with their son Aleph, 12, and daughter Amalia, seven. A source says, “Natalie is coming out of a really tough year, but she’s stronger.” Sadly,…

What’s the issue with the photo? On Mother’s Day in the UK, the Prince and Princess of Wales shared a ‘new’ photo of Kate and their children. However, not long after, several photo agencies issued a ‘kill order’ relating to its use. They cited concerns the snap, taken by Prince William, had been manipulated, and experts noted up to 16 supposed inconsistencies. Amid intense backlash, Kate issued a solo apology for ‘editing’ the image. What’s wrong with Kate? Kate was last seen in public on Christmas Day, 2023. On January 16, she was admitted to hospital for “planned abdominal surgery”, and a spokesperson said at the time her condition was “non-cancerous”. Since her 14-day hospitalisation at The London Clinic, online speculation has been rife that Kate, 42, underwent a hysterectomy…

This season’s ‘bad guy’ groom Jack is seemingly learning everything he knows from MAFS Season 10 groom Harrison Boon, with a show insider telling New Idea that the two TV ‘villains’ have been spending time together outside of the experiment. “They’ve definitely struck up a friendship where they can support one another – without judgement,” our source spills. Harrison’s not the only groom Jack’s been leaning on lately. The personal trainer, 34, has also been hanging out with another controversial Season 10 groom, none other than Dan Hunjas (below left). Dan and Jack were inseparable at MaximAustralia’s Valentine’s Day party on the Gold Coast in early February as they mingled with the other partygoers and also posed with several women on the dance floor. Despite Jack’s bride Tori being notably…

Any marriage spanning more than 26 years is bound to go Athroug through its ups and downs. But if Cate Blanchett and husband Andrew Upton have experienced a recent rough patch (as it has been rumoured), you’d never know it going by these new photos of the pair! Cate and Andrew were all smiles at an event in London on March 7. The couple were celebrating the Aussie actress’ new role as creative director of drinks brand Toku Saké. “They spent most of the evening chatting and laughing together,” an onlooker says. “They looked more like a lovedup couple on a first date rather than a pair who’ve been married for years!” Cate, 54, and Andrew’s fun-filled night out helped quash any chatter over the state of their marriage. In…

In the blink of an eye, Sam Frost’s baby boy isn’t so little anymore! The former Home and Away actress and her Survivor star fiancé, Jordie Hansen, celebrated their son Ted’s recent first birthday with a trip to the beach and a little party at home. “We love you more than anything in this world,” Sam wrote on an Instagram to mark the milestone. “Thank you for the best year of our lives.” Outings to their local beach have become a fun part of everyday life for Sam, 34, Jordie, 28, and young Ted. Sam and Jordie relocated to the coastal town of Noosa, QLD from Sydney in late 2022 while she was pregnant. The couple have since bought a spacious family home in the hinterland suburb of Doonan. “We thought…

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There’s no doubt that Easter can stir up some tricky emotions when it comes to food – especially with the slew of chocolate eggs and hot cross buns on offer. But, before you get stuck in the supermarket aisle looking for a ‘healthy’ chocolate bunny, accredited practising dietitian and founder of Love What You Eat, Zoe Nicholson, says changing how we think and talk about food is the first step to truly enjoying Easter. “When people are struggling with feelings of guilt, the food is not the issue, it’s the symptom of something else that’s going on,” explains Zoe. “Unfortunately, a lot of this is perpetuated through how we talk about food.” THE IMPACT OF FOOD LANGUAGE The way that we talk about food can enforce the idea that there’s…

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Catch Charlie on BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS Fri. 7pm on Channel 7 and in Better Homes and Gardens magazine every month. I’ve been gardening for well over 25 years and lucky enough to garden in various countries all around the world. I’ve picked up a few tips along the way, and here are my top 10. 1 Soil is everything When it comes to a successful garden, the better your soil is the better your garden will be. Test your soil for any excessive minerals such as sand or clay, also test PH, for hydrophobia and structure, and remedy before planting anything. 2 Compost is king It will help you improve your soil while reducing your waste, and it’s easy to get addicted to it once you start. Compost helps…

1 Which city is scheduled to host the Olympic Games later this year? A) Budapest B) Hamburg C) Paris D) Rome 2 Singer Phil Collins first gained fame playing which instrument in the band Genesis? A) Bass B) Guitar C) Drums D) Piano 3 What is the name of the villain played by Melissa McCarthy in the 2023 film version of The Little Mermaid? A) The Evil Queen B) Cruella C) Ursula D) Maleficent 4 Hit kid’s show Bluey recently collaborated with Bunnings to sell a limited-edit tion product – what was it? A) Hammerbarn garden gnomes B) Hammerbarn lawn mowers C) Hammerbarn straw hats D) Hammerbarn umbrellas 5 The 2024 US presidential election is due to be held in which month? A) September B) October C) November D)…

SLIVER OF TRUTH? Sharon Stone’s 2021 memoir contained a bombshell allegation about how she was pressured by an unnamed Hollywood producer to sleep with a co-star to get a “better” on-camera performance. Now, the actress has sensationally admitted she was referring to late producer Robert Evans and actor Billy Baldwin in her claims. In a recent podcast interview, Sharon, 66, divulged new details about the alleged incident that took place during filming of 1993 thriller Sliver. Sharon told host Louis Theroux that Robert called her into his office and allegedly made the suggestion. “[Robert said] I should sleep with Billy Baldwin, because if I slept with Billy Baldwin, Billy Baldwin’s performance would get better,” Sharon recounted. She added Robert told her it would result in better “chemistry on screen”, which would…

IT’S THE LOHANAISSANCE! Lindsay Lohan is firmly on the comeback trail following a spate of recent glam red carpet appearances. In fact, fans have dubbed her return as the ‘Lindsay Lohan renaissance’ – or ‘Lohanaissance’ for short! It started on March 5, when Lindsay attended the New York premiere of her new Netflix movie, IrishWish. Oozing old Hollywood glamour in a vintage John Galliano gown, fans were blown away by the chic look. The glowing former child star shared pictures from the premiere to her Instagram account and was flooded with comments welcoming her back to the Hollywood scene. “You have definitely been missed on-screen and we are thrilled to have you back regularly again!” read one comment. Another fan quipped: “Witnessing the Lohanaissance.” A few days later, Lindsay backed…

T The saying, ‘if it’s not Boeing, I’m not going’ used to be synonymous with air travel. However, travellers might be thinking twice about boarding a Boeing aircraft after a slew of horrific accidents. Piercing screams and blood spatter in the plane cabin sound like the makings of a horror movie. But that’s exactly what passengers on LATAM Airlines Flight 800 experienced on March 11. Flying from Sydney to Auckland, the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner reportedly experienced a technical problem that caused the plane to suddenly lose altitude over the Tasman Sea. The aircraft shook with turbulence, leaving more than 50 people injured. Some were flung into the ceiling, while others were thrown from their seats down the aisle. The ordeal has been likened to The Exorcist by some on…

They say a leopard can’t change its spots, and it seems a certain Married At First Sight groom is incapable of shaking his attraction to younger women! With his exit from this year’s experiment now public knowledge, MAFS star Richard is wasting no time moving on with his life – and this seems to include “getting back to his usual type”, as one MAFS insider puts it. On March 8, the silverhaired motivational speaker was seen embracing fellow MAFS participant Sara in Sydney’s Potts Point. According to an onlooker, Richard, 62, was “looking bored” as he sat outside a Macleay Street cafe but immediately perked up when he spotted Sara and her pal walking past. The duo stopped to have a friendly chat with Richard, who gave Sara, 29, a…

When it comes to wedding etiquette, it’s usually bad form to upstage the bride and groom. But two nonnas did just that when they acted as flower girls on their respective grandchildrens’ big day! Bride Michaela Treloar recently tied the knot to husband Thomas in South Australia’s McLaren Vale region. She always knew she wanted to involve their grandmothers Rashina and Umberta in the ceremony in some way – and landed on the flower girl idea. “It was really cute … each nonna was helping [the] other get to the end of the aisle, chatting all the way,” Michaela told ABC Radio after a video of the nonnas scattering rose petals up the aisle amassed millions of views on TikTok. “They took it on with pride, smashed it, and now…

When she was a little girl, Samantha Atkinson had a very difficult task– what showbags would she pick at the Sydney Royal Easter Show? Every year, her parents let her have one toy bag and one lolly bag, and Sam was always spoilt for choice. “We’d get the paper and circle the ones we liked beforehand,” Sam, now 39, recalls. “I loved the Barbie bags, there was so much excitement around it all.” Then there was the Show itself. For Sam and her two sisters Courtney and Nicole, it held more significance than most as they also worked in the stands, selling some of the biggest bags in the business. “The stand has been in our family since the 1950s with my grandfather and then my dad running it,” says…

There’s no question that Julia Roberts remains a pretty woman head over heels for her husband! For the last few months, Julia has faced speculation that her 21-year marriage to Danny Moder could be in trouble. But the pair have confirmed they are still smitten with one another, by putting on a loved-up display at a pre-Oscars party. As they left the exclusive party in Beverly Hills on March 10, Julia, 56, beamed from ear to ear while she held onto her cinematographer husband’s hand. Sources have suggested that Julia’s megawatt fame was the root of the marital tension, as was her insistence, for a time, that the couple base themselves in San Francisco or at her remote New Mexico ranch, rather than in Hollywood. But if Julia’s recent gushy Instagram…

Once a regular on our screens and the red carpet, Lee Lin Chin has all but vanished from sight since quitting her role as weekend newsreader on SBS. Even close former colleagues admit they have not seen Lee Lin for some time. One says say she “came halfway out of retirement” to film a commercial early last year, then promptly went underground again. It’s believe that the trailblazing broadcaster divides her time between Sydney, Singapore and London. Her precise whereabouts remains a mystery – just like her exact age (she is thought to be around 71). “I couldn’t tell you exactly where she is,” one of Lee Lin’s friends shares with New Idea. “She has never liked doing interviews because she simply doesn’t like talking about herself.” Self-styling herself nowadays…

TIP Lamington sponge roll can be replaced with jam sponge roll and for an alcoholfree version, replace liqueur with chocolate syrup. Trifle is best made the day before serving to allow time for the flavours to develop. Decorate just before serving. TIP Try replacing lamb shoulder with a leg of lamb. Meat may not break up as easily as when cooking a lamb shoulder. Shred any leftover lamb and use for a sandwich or wrap filling. TIP Leftover dressing can be stored in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to one week. Toss through any salad. Vegetables can be cooked up to 2 hours before serving.…

EASTER WREATH Create an everlasting wreath from grapevine, preserved flowers and egg shells. You could cover the entire circle or leave some bare for a contemporary look. INSTRUCTIONS 1 Prepare quail eggs by blowing the contents out, washing and drying, then painting with a thin paint wash (paint diluted with water). We chose a blend of nude and pastel shades. Leave to one side to dry. 2 Taking a prepared grapevine wreath, twist threads of string around the wreath then tie the ends to secure. 3 Working around the wreath, push flowers into the wreath wire, then add the painted eggs and single flower heads, using a hot glue gun to secure. EASTER BASKET Transform a simple basket with this stylish hack combining preserved and dried flowers and a ribbon…

Queen Camilla Life in plastic is fantastic for this royal! Upon being presented with her very own Barbie, Camilla joked they’d taken “50 years off her life!” Charlie Albone The Sydney opening night of musical & Juliet doubled as date night for the Better Homes and Gardens romeo and his aptly named interior designer wife, Juliet Love! Dr Chris Brown Stop looking at us with those puppy dog eyes, Dr Chris! The TV vet had his hands full with Bobby the pug! Belinda Giblin The Aussie soap star enjoyed a catch-up with pal Andrew McFarlane. The pair met in 1971 at acting school NIDA and are still thick as thieves. Eugene Levy Getting a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is nothing to raise your eyebrows at – just…