Innehållsförteckning för Issue 21, 2024 från New Idea

Elvis’ legacy saved! Elvis Presley’s granddaughter Riley Keough has won a last-minute legal bid to prevent an upcoming auction of Graceland. The Daisy Jones & The Six star had filed a legal claim in Tennessee civil court against Naussany Investments & Private Lending, who allegedly were attempting a “non-judicial” sale of the Presley family’s famous property. Riley, who turns 35 this week, inherited the estate after her mother Lisa Marie Presley died in January 2023. Later that same year, the lending company filed a lawsuit against her estate, claiming the late star owed them $5.75 million. They allege Lisa Marie, who died aged 54, had used Graceland as collateral to obtain the loan. Riley’s legal team disputed that claim and blocked the auction because Graceland is considered “unique” under Tennessee…

Amanda Keller was left a sobbing mess at her youngest son Joe’s 21st birthday party, after her Parkinson’s-stricken husband, Harley Oliver, made a surprise appearance. Harley was diagnosed with the disease seven years ago. Due to his health, Amanda, 62, and their sons – birthday boy Joe and Liam, 23 – were under the impression that Harley wouldn’t be able to make the milestone occasion. Amanda explained it had already been difficult planning the party without Harley’s usual input. “I wanted to put a slide show together to play throughout the night. Normally that is Harley’s domain,” she said on her radio show. “With the way things are with Harley at the moment … things are just hard.” When the big night rolled around, Amanda thought it “wasn’t right” that…

Divorce rumours continue to swirl around Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, with one source claiming the actor has "come to his senses" about their rebooted romance and subsequent marriage. According to a Page Sir insider, Ben "feels like the last two years was just a fever dream, and he’s come to his senses now and understands there is just no way this is going to work.” The insider continued, “if there was a way to divorce on grounds of temporary insanity, he would.” The brutal report comes amid mounting claims that ‘Bennifer 2.0’ is over. The relationship was first called into question earlier this month after J.Lo, 54, attended the recent Met Gala alone. Despite J.Lo’s esteemed role as an event co-chair, her husband was not by her side. Reps…

Dealing with the challenges presented in the MasterChef Australia kitchen doesn’t faze Lachlan Whittle too much. The Victorian cook is relishing anything judges Andy Allen, Poh Ling Yeow, Sofia Levin and Jean-Christophe Novelli can throw at him! “I am loving every minute of my time on this show,” Lachy, 34, tells New Idea. “The harder it gets, the happier I am.” brain condition Huntington’s disease. His mum, Jan, also had it. “That was a pretty dark time in my life,” he says. “No case is the same, but my mum was affected by the condition when she was in her late thirties. “I guess that was a huge motivation for me to do MasterChef now, because if I want to do something ‘There might be a cure soon’ Lachy has…

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this story contains images and names of deceased persons. Adopted into a white family at five weeks old, Gillian Moody “knew no different” to the life she had growing up on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. However, as the only Aboriginal child in her school, facing racism and questions of her identity eventually proved too pressing for Gillian to ignore. A new SBS documentary Kindred follows Gillian, 50, as she finds her birth family and reconnects to her First Nations bloodlines. Her best friend of 26 years, Adrian Russell Willis, was also adopted into a white family at a young age and joins Gillian for his own journey of discovery. The pair tell New Idea it has been a deeply emotional experience…

Some people like to make a bit of extra cash by selling unwanted items, trading-in electronics or starting a second job. But not Brittany Davidson. The 28-year-old from Canberra gets paid to honour the dead by writing eulogies. “I get to hear so many beautiful things,” single mum Brittany tells New Idea. Brittany pivoted from her career as a pastry chef after realising a 9am-5pm job wasn’t feasible with her family commitments. Along with her son Arlen, five, she also cares for her disabled 67-year-old grandmother Rhonda. Resourceful Brittany began applying for jobs listed on Airtasker, the popular task-outsourcing platform, when Arlen was a newborn. She says she was “happy to have a crack at anything” that she was able to do with little Arlen at her side. Everything changed…

Jackie ‘O’ Henderson has a shiny new TV gig narrating Stranded on Honeymoon Island for Channel Seven – and it’s got Ada Nicodemou feeling a little adrift. Many industry insiders expressed their puzzlement over Jackie, 49, being tapped to present the upcoming dating show, which has already been dubbed ‘Married At First Sight on the beach’. Most were of the impression that Ada, 47, would be filling the narrator role, given she introduced a first-look at Stranded on Honeymoon Island during Channel Seven’s 2024 content unveiling last October. Ada gave a speech that seemingly implied she would be involved, especially as she referred to it as “our exciting new show”. “If you’re bad at relationships and you can’t even get to the second date, let alone find the love of…

Croque Monsieur with Avocado and Tomato MAKES 4 PREP & COOK 30 MINS ■ 8 x 1cm-thick slices sourdough, toasted ■ 4 slices leg ham ■ 1 avocado, sliced ■ 1 tomato, sliced CHEESE SAUCE ■ 50g butter, chopped ■ 2 tblsps plain flour ■ 1 cup milk ■ 1 cup finely grated Gruyère cheese ■ 1 tblsp Dijon mustard 1 To make cheese sauce, melt butter in a small saucepan over a medium heat. Add flour. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to boil. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes, or until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. 2 Spread 1 tblsp cheese sauce over each slice of sourdough. Place ham, avocado and tomato…

BARGAIN DROP Forget impressing your guests with a magnum, wine bagnums are here courtesy of Rewild’s new eco-friendly bagnum range. Holding an impressive 1.5 litres and 90 per cent lighter than its glass equivalent, this is a great grab-andgo option to take to parties or share with friends over a meal. Choose from shiraz, chardonnay and sauvignon blanc varietals sure to please a (large!) crowd. RRP from $17.99 and available at Dan Murphy’s. LESS WASTE Make good use of the oil drained from marinated feta, artichokes or sundried tomatoes. Add drained oil to a frying pan before sautéing onion or browning mince – or simply brush over vegetables, chicken or steak before barbecuing. This is a great way to reduce waste of the oil and improve the flavour of any…

ADD HEELS LEG-LENGTHENING SHAPE You don’t have to wear sky-high heels to amp up your ensemble for after-dark outings. A small, low style in a dark or metallic colourway is all you need. Wear with anything from jeans to more corporate attire. TRY SHOULDER-WEAR If the night isn’t too cool, consider throwing a blazer or coat over your shoulders rather than completely putting it on as you might do during the day. This gives a more elegant, dinner coat effect, letting the rest of your outfit shine. Gold hardware gives outfits a dressier feel MORE SPARKLES Adding jewellery or eye-catching statement pieces is the easiest way to dress up your look. Stack on bracelets, wear larger earrings or layer multiple necklaces. Three of the best EVENING BAGS Ditch your clutch…

My son Storme put this Lego Disney Stitch together in under two hours. He’s so talented! MANDY GRAHAM, CARRUM DOWNS, VIC. PET OF THE WEEK This is my dog Frank, who is so excited that we are moving to a new house with a garden! PEGGY MULCAHY, PORT DOUGLAS, QLD. We just had to share with you the photo that epitomises happy, healthy cherubs enjoying the open spaces and fresh air while holidaying in New Zealand. MAUREEN STEWART, ROTORUA, NZ. My grandson Mason, six, made his mum a birthday gift –roses from the garden, vegemite and honey sandwich, and lots of cuddles, which warmed her heart. PAMELA DECKERT, NHILL, VIC. Oh boy! My grandson, who is three, has a new baby brother. He asked his mother if her and his…

Emma Stone The actress danced down the red carpet alongside Willem Dafoe at the world premiere of their latest film, Kinds of Kindness. Greta Gerwig This year’s jury was presided over by the Barbie filmmaker. French actor Omar Sy and recent Oscar nominee Lily Gladstone were also on the panel. Meryl Streep Another day, another prize for Meryl! The three-time Oscar winner received an honorary Palme d’Or award from Juliette Binoche. Heidi Klum Heidi was red-y to watch some movies! The Cannes regular looked stunning in scarlet as she made her way to the opening ceremony screening of The Second Act. Richard Gere The Oh, Canada premiere saw Richard with his favourite ‘pretty woman’ by his side – his wife, Alejandra Silva! Cate Blanchett The Aussie actress’ new film…

Losing two jobs in one day would knock most people for six, but Osher Günsberg has refused to let the cancellation of The Masked Singer and The Bachelor get him down. Osher admitted in a Men’s Health column that when he learnt he would no longer be hosting both shows, “it was just another Tuesday.” Osher, 50, went on to say the work he’s done on his self-worth helped him “reframe” his thoughts. “Instead of focusing on what I’d lost, I put my energy into what’s possible,” he wrote. The star was spotted in good spirits at the Sydney opening night of Death of a Salesman on May 22.…

For years, there’s been talk of Hollywood making a biopic about the Irwin family. Now, the khaki-loving clan have cast their votes on who they’d like to see playing them on the big screen! In a fun Entertainment Tonight interview, Bindi, 25, insisted Linda Hamilton from Terminatoris “100 per cent mum”. “I love Linda,” said Terri, who then suggested Margot Robbie could play Bindi. Terri, 59, also narrowed down three actors who could play Robert, 20. “The only question is, ‘Which Hemsworth?” she said smiling. As for who would portray Steve, Terri revealed the late Crocodile Hunter always wanted Eric Bana to play him. Given the randomness of their chosen cast – Margot and Chris are both older than Bindi and Robert – the family joked that they’d need to…

Underneath her sunny personality and light-up-thekitchen smile, MasterChef contestant Alex Crisp has also had to manage a health condition that can, at times, cause her agonising pain. “After 13 years, I was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2020,” the 28-year-old sales rep from Fremantle, WA, tells us. The condition is caused when tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows elsewhere in the body. “I was finally correctly diagnosed after I had a CAT scan following a visit to the emergency department when I had a ruptured cyst,” Alex continues. “The lady who did it almost broke down in tears herself and told me, ‘I don’t know how you’re coping, you must be in agony.’” Now under the care of a supportive specialist, Alex is managing her condition – and…

Supermodel Cindy Crawford has got it all – incredible looks, career longevity, a happy marriage and immense wealth. But in spite of her good fortune, the 58-yearold has long harboured a painful, secret grief. Shortly before Cindy’s 10th birthday, her younger brother Jeffrey died at age three. He had been diagnosed with leukaemia almost two years earlier. In a recent podcast interview, Cindy opened up about the “survivor’s guilt” she and her sisters, Chris and Danielle, felt. “I’m not sure my parents definitely wanted four kids but they wanted a boy,” Cindy explained on the Kelly Corrigan Wonders podcast. “My dad especially wanted a boy for so long, and then his fourth [child] was a boy. “I think there was that survivor guilt for my sisters and I because we…

NIECE KIRA LATE DAD JOHN BROTHER ALEX NEPHEW RYAT Jennifer Aniston has spoken bravely about her failed attempts to become a mum, last year candidly admitting “that ship has sailed”. At 55, she feels liberated that the “can I or can’t I” question has been answered, even if it didn’t go the way she would have liked despite rounds of IVF. Sources tell New Idea the actress feels lucky to have so many gorgeous kids in her life, including her goddaughter Coco, child of Courteney Cox and David Arquette. She’s also an ‘aunty figure’ to other close friends’ offspring, including Sandra Bullock and Reese Witherspoon’s children. “Jen has plenty of kids to spoil so she’s very grateful,” says one insider. “She’s amazing with all of them. They adore Aunty Jen.”…

Blueberry Apricot Roly Poly Pudding SERVES 6-8 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 30 MINS ■ Melted unsalted butter, for greasing ■ ¹⁄³ cup apricot jam ■ 16 thick slices white bread, crusts removed ■ 1 cup frozen blueberries ■ Icing sugar mixture and thickened cream, to serve CUSTARD ■ 2 eggs ■ 2 egg yolks ■ ½ cup caster sugar ■ 1 ¹⁄³ cups milk ■ ¹⁄³ cup thickened cream ■ 2 tsps vanilla extract 1 Brush melted butter over base and sides of a 24cm round ovenproof dish (6-cup capacity). 2 One at a time, spread jam onto one side of each bread slice and roll up to enclose (1 tsp each slice). Cut in half crossways. Arrange cut-side up and side-by-side in prepared dish. Scatter over blueberries. 3…

Moving beyond the notion of “changing skin tones” and Cheetos-orange hues, the self-tan industry is becoming as elevated, inclusive and considered as the rest of your beauty routine. The shifting narrative embraces the sun-safe tan-alternative’s ability to protect skin and boost confidence. This is something US supermodel, body-positivity activist and St. Tropez global brand ambassador Ashley Graham knows well. “MAKE IT WORK FOR YOU. START GRADUALLY BY APPLYING A FEW DROPS TO YOUR EXISTING MOISTURISER AND THEN BUILD UP” Ashley’s tanning ritual is “an integral part of making me feel red-carpet ready,” she says. “[My glam team and I] have done so many amazing looks over the years. They always help me get that beautiful tanned glow and make sure I’m covered evenly.” Isle of Paradise founder Jules Von Hep…

The path to your front door is one of the most used walkways in your entire home. Sometimes you rush over it, other times you take a gentle stroll and really absorb your surroundings. Either way, what you plant around your front path will make a big difference to the entire feel of your property. Catch Charlie on BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS Fri. 7pm on Channel 7 and in Better Homes and Gardens magazine every month. MINDFUL PLANTING When selecting plants, you don’t want anything that gets too big, as this will obstruct the view out onto your garden and will make it look congested. You also don’t want anything too spiky either for obvious reasons. The best plants are the soft to touch low growers, and if you can…

THE GRANDPARENTS CLUB Touring around NSW and VIC until Aug 4. For dates and tickets, visit thegrandparents club.com Wedding photo: Rabbit & the Bear. After spending some 30 years in Summer Bay, Home and Away stalwart Lynne McGranger is having a blast “returning to my roots”, as she puts it – which is the theatre! The beloved star is treading the boards in The Grandparents Club, a new musical revue celebrating grandparenthood. Lynne, 71, tells New Idea she hopes audiences leave “tapping their feet” and singing the show’s “very catchy tunes”. Here, Lynne shares about getting back on Wendy Harmer, back in the early ’80s, through the Melbourne comedy scene. Her concept, her lyrics, she’s just brilliant. It’s a great honour to be working on her project and to…

Demi Moore is leaving the South of France as the queen of the Cannes Film Festival – and with her eyes firmly fixed on awards glory. During the famed event, Demi, 61, received glowing reviews for her performance in The Substance opposite Dennis Quaid and Margaret Qualley. The horror film, described as “equal parts Freaky Friday and All About Eve” by one critic, sees Demi playing a fading actress who takes a mysterious, black-market serum that temporarily creates a younger version of herself. Many Hollywood pundits now think Demi could be in serious contention for her first-ever Academy Award nomination as part of a wider ‘Mooreissance’. Despite being one of Hollywood’s biggest names, Demi has received minimal awards recognition during her 43-year career, having only been nominated for a Golden…

Isla Fisher and Dr Chris Brown are both newly single and ready to mingle – with each other! New Idea can reveal the pair have struck up a “secret online friendship” in recent times, and mutual friends now believe it has real potential to develop into something more. “Isla is a self-confessed animal lover and really values her private life. She is very much Chris’ type,” tells one source. “Isla is currently filming overseas, so they are likely texting or messaging each other via socials until they can find time to be together.” Isla, 48, and Chris, 45, follow each other on Instagram, with the actress liking the Dream Home host’s two most recent posts. One was a baby photo of Chris with his mum, Anne, that he shared on…

QUEENS IN QUEENSTOWN Rest, relaxation and recreation were on the agenda when girlfriends Rebecca Gibney and Michala Banas took a fun trip to the motherland! Both Rebecca, 59, and Michala, 45, spent their early childhoods in Wellington on New Zealand’s North Island. But for their catch-up, the actress pals headed south to Queenstown. Michala explained on Instagram that the getaway came during production breaks on the respective projects that she and Bec are currently working on the South Island. While sharing photographs of the “exquisite sights” they got to experience, Michala paid tribute to her mate. “I also highly recommend getting yourself a friend like Rebecca Gibney to explore and adventure with,” Michala wrote. Also on the itinerary was a trip to Onsen Hot Pools, a boutique day spa. Making…

Cindy won’t be needing to call up one of her many designer friends for a mother of the bride outfit any time soon. New Idea hears that the supermodel’s look-like daughter, Kaia Gerber, and her movie star boyfriend, Austin Butler, have pressed pause on any wedding plans. “Austin adores Kaia but they are both focused on their careers right now,” tells one insider. “He’s in no rush to walk down the aisle.” Kaia started dating Austin, 32, in 2021, with things getting serious very quickly. The Dune: Part Two star even begun joining Kaia, Cindy and Rande on their family holidays, which prompted the speculation that a proposal was imminent. Our source adds, “Cindy and Rande are both hoping Kaia will settle down with Austin – one day – because…

VIP GUEST ON-SET! Juggling work life with family time can often be a tricky balancing act. Yet Aussie TV’s new golden couple, Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall, seem to have nailed it! The husband and wife team are returning to our screens for the second season of Colin from Accounts, which they created and star in. During production last December, the Logiewinning pair were seen on set accompanied by their adorable three-year-old daughter, Joni. But making it work hasn’t always been easy, says former Love Child actress Harriet, 35. “We had eight episodes to do in just under eight weeks,” the star has said of the show’s first season filming schedule. “There was no off switch.” At the same time they were in production on Colin from Accounts’ acclaimed debut…

Ranch Parmi Tray Bake SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 40 MINS ■ 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs ■ 2 tblsps chopped fresh parsley ■ 1 egg, lightly beaten ■ ¼ cup bottled ranch dressing ■ 4 chicken breast schnitzel steaks (500g) ■ 2 tblsps plain flour ■ ½ x 400g jar Napoletana with Herbs Pasta Sauce ■ 4 slices shaved leg ham ■ 1½ cups grated Perfect Bakes 3 Cheeses ■ 200g punnet Solanato tomatoes ■ 1 tblsp olive oil ■ Cooked fries and salad leaves, to serve 1 Combine breadcrumbs and parsley in a shallow dish. Combine egg and dressing in a separate shallow dish. 2 Dust chicken in seasoned flour, shaking off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then into breadcrumb mixture, pressing to coat. 3 Heat a well-oiled large,…

Pear and Blueberry Clafoutis SERVES 6 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR ■ Melted unsalted butter, for greasing ■ 2 tblsps caster sugar ■ 4 medium Beurre Bosc pears (800g) ■ 1½ cups frozen blueberries ■ 2 cups pure cream ■ 6 eggs ■ 1 tsp vanilla bean paste ■ ¾ cup plain flour ■ Extra ¾ cup caster sugar ■ ½ cup coarsely chopped hazelnuts ■ Icing sugar mixture and vanilla ice-cream, to serve 1 Grease base and sides of a rectangular ovenproof dish (10-cup capacity) with melted butter. Sprinkle over sugar, shaking dish to coat. Discard any excess sugar. 2 Peel pears. Cut into quarters. Remove and discard cores. Cut into 2cm pieces. Arrange over base of prepared dish. Sprinkle over blueberries. 3 Whisk cream, eggs and vanilla in…

Exercise boosts longevity and quality of life, and when you are in the swing of a good exercise routine that works for you, life feels great. But the advice is endless as to how much you should be doing or what you should be doing. One thing I always tell my patients who don’t exercise, or need help staying interested in exercise, is to find something you enjoy. It can be cycling, ballroom dancing, power walking, swimming, classes at a gym or aqua aerobics. Just start moving! REAPING THE BENEFITS It’s important to always stay active, regardless of age. Research shows exercise can be protective against conditions such as stroke, arthritis, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, some cancers and cardiovascular disease. It also helps to lower the risk of falls. Weight-bearing…

Sustainability starts at home and a simple switch to eco-friendly cleaning products can have a huge impact on our planet. Look for natural ingredients without any of the harsh cleaning agents usually found in traditional products. Not only are they better for our precious Earth, they’re also safer for humans and any four-legged friends you may have roaming around. To help get you started, we’ve rounded up the best sustainable brands so you can clean your way to a better planet. Koh Planet-friendly, refillable, not tested on animals, kerbside recyclable … when it comes to helping Mother Nature, Koh is on it! Not sure where to start? The Universal Cleaner is a fan favourite with more than 100,000 reviews and voted Canstar Blue’s number one multipurpose cleaner for the past…

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1 Which body part did Charlie Chaplin once insure? A) His feet B) His moustache C) His hands D) His face 2 When is the annual Met Gala held? A) Last Friday in April B) First Monday in May C) Third Thursday in June D) Second Saturday in May 3 Who is considered the ‘Father of Relativity’? A) Albert Einstein B) Charles Darwin C) Stephen Hawking D) Isaac Newton 4 Which Norwegian artist is famous for painting TheScream? A) Edgar Grouse B) Edvard Munch C) Edvard Grieg D) Edward Hervst 5 Daniel Craig has played James Bond in how many movies? A) Six  B) Five  C) Four  D) Eight 6 Nearly all fossils are preserved in what type of rock? A) Organic  B) Igneous  C) Sedimentary  D) Metamorphic 7 The…