Innehållsförteckning för Issue 37, 2024 från New Idea

Stephanie Rice is engaged to her pastor boyfriend Mark Lassey following a whirlwhind romance! The champion swimmer, 36, took to Instagram to share pictures of the moment father-of-three Mark, 46, popped the question at Dubai’s Atlantis The Royal hotel. Her caption read: “Here’s to fresh starts and second chances … Yes to a lifetime with you.” Steph, who now lives in Dubai, previously shared that she met Perth-based Mark, an executive pastor at Kingdom City church, seven months ago through mutual friends. They went public with their long-distance relationship in July.…

The Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl shocked fans worldwide when he confessed that he’s welcomed a child outside of his marriage to his wife of 21 years, Jordyn Blum. “I’ve recently become the father of a new baby daughter,” Dave, 55, shared on Instagram last week. “I plan to be a loving and supportive parent to her. I love my wife and my children, and I am doing everything I can to regain their trust.” Whispers are now growing that Dave’s new baby could possibly have an Australian mother, or was born Down Under. The Foo Fighters have spent prolonged stints performing here recently, including a tour nine months ago, between late November and mid-December 2023. Our source says: “Dave has made no…

The beloved hosts and judges of The Block have been betrayed by a shocking 47minute rant from 2023 contestants Leah and Ash Milton, and Kristy and Brett Beames. The bitter, expletive-laden tirade was streamed to TikTok Live in the late hours of Friday, September 6. While it no longer exists on the social media app, a screen recording was exclusively shared to New Idea last week. The foursome – branded last year’s villains – drew an average of 450 viewers to their video, which was apparently shot in Kristy and Brett’s kitchen. They admitted to drinking alcohol and at times could be heard slurring, with Ash announcing he’d been “at golf all day”. Scott Cam, Shelley Craft, Shaynna Blaze, and serial Block bidder Adrian Portelli bore the brunt of their…

In March 2003, when Nicole Kidman won her Best Actress Oscar, she made the tearful admission that “my whole life I’ve wanted to make my mother proud.” And while she no doubt did just that, it’s not enough to erase the pain Nicole must be feeling over not being by her mum Janelle’s side when she drew her last breath. Nicole had just flown back to the Venice Film Festival last week, where she was to receive their Best Actress prize for Babygirl, when she learnt Janelle, 84, had died. She immediately flew out of Italy, leaving Babygirl’s director Halina Reijn to accept the award and read out a statement on Nicole’s behalf. “I’m in shock and I have to go to my family, but this award is for [my…

Australian billionaire James Packer has opened up, in extraordinary detail, about his mental and physical health battles. The 57-year-old was interviewed by Liam Bartlett for Channel Seven’s Spotlightt and revealed a nurse travels with him to manage his medication schedule. James has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and depression. The periods of mania that can come with his condition saw James being prescribed lithium in 2022. “Within two weeks I was a complete zombie,” he said of the treatment. “If you get put on the wrong drugs, it can be just as bad.” James added that he had a breakdown in 2001 following the collapse of One.Tel, the company he invested in alongside fellow media heir Lachlan Murdoch. He said that experience cost him his marriage to Jodhi Meares and…

Harissa Chicken with Turmeric Couscous and Mint Pesto SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 50 MINS ■ 4 chicken thigh cutlets, skin-on (1kg) ■ 2 tblsps Harissa spice mix ■ 1 red onion, halved, thinly sliced ■ 1⅔ cups pearl couscous ■ ½ tsp ground turmeric ■ 2 red or yellow capsicums, chopped ■ 2 zucchini, sliced ■ 500ml carton chicken stock MINT PESTO ■ 1 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra leaves to serve ■ 2 tblsps pistachios, toasted ■ 2 tblsps lemon juice ■ 2 tblsps olive oil 1 Place chicken in a large bowl. Sprinkle with spice mix. Toss to coat evenly. 2 Heat an oiled, large, deep, non-stick frying pan over a medium to high heat. Add chicken. Cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until…

Fish and Spinach Mornay SERVES 2 PREP & COOK 55 MINS ■ 400g firm, boneless white fish fillets, cut into 3 pieces ■ 60g baby spinach leaves ■ 1 white bread roll (100g) ■ Lemon wedges, to serve SAUCE ■ 75g butter, chopped ■ ¼ cup plain flour ■ 1¾ cups milk ■ 2 tsps Dijon mustard ■ 2 tsps lemon juice ■ ¾ cup finely grated parmesan 1 Grease an oval ovenproofof dish (6-cup capacity). 2 To make sauce, melt butter in a medium saucepan. Add flour. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk until smooth. Add mustard and juice. Bring to boil, whisking until sauce is slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in ½ cup of the parmesan. Season with salt…

THE BLOCK Airs Mon. to Wed. 7.30pm and Sun. 7pm on Channel Nine. After more than 12 years on The Block, foreman Keith Schleiger has seen his share of building blunders. He recalls one of the biggest involved 2016 winners Will and Karlie. “The drain to their ensuite wasn’t hooked up to anywhere – it basically just ran under the building and into soil,” he recalls with a laugh. “We got quite a shock when we discovered that.” While mistakes like this are less likely when you don’t have the pressure of time, Keith warns there are still plenty of things that can go wrong. Here, he offers his expert advice. BE WISE WITH FINANCES Whether you’re renovating a home or starting from scratch, Keith says one of the biggest…

Let’s be honest, when you think of island resorts, Singapore’s Sentosa probably doesn’t leap to mind. But it really should. Away from the bustling city life, Sentosa is the perfect place to relax. Only 20 minutes from Singapore’s premier shopping precinct, Orchard Road, Sentosa couldn’t be more different to the mainland, where sky-rise buildings dot the city landscape. On Sentosa, nature and adventure rules. That means plenty of pretty beaches and lush rainforest… and the occasional peacock. Traditionally, Singapore has been seen as a stopover destination for Aussie tourists. A few days in the Lion City and then a lot of travellers venture onto Europe. But why not make Singapore the destination for your holiday? If you’re looking for a sun-soaked family break, less than 10 hours from Australia’s east…

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Forget ‘Barbenheimer’, this year sees a new double feature flying into cinemas on the same day – Wicked and Gladiator II! While a portmanteau has yet to be agreed upon (Gladiator II hunk Paul Mescal suggests ‘Glicked’), Courtney admits she only plans on buying one ticket come November 22. “I don’t even know what Gladiator is,” she confesses with a laugh. In Wicked, which is supposedly the first installment of a two-part franchise, Courtney’s stage role of Glinda is being played by pop star Ariana Grande. Cynthia Erivo will defy gravity alongside her as Elphaba. “I’m really excited to see Ariana as Glinda, just as a vocalist and as an artist,” an enthusiastic Courtney says. “I hold the character really close to my heart – I think we all do…

Whoever wins this year’s season of The Voice Australia will bank a cool $100,000, but, unlike in previous seasons, a recording contract with a major record label is not guaranteed. A well-placed TV insider tells New Idea: “This decision has no doubt blindsided the current crop of contenders. “The prize money is substantial, but the real icing on the cake has always been the recording contract. The fact that has now been taken away feels like a slap in the face.” The unexpected move comes as The Voice, which Channel Seven acquired from Channel Nine, faces renewed criticism for its underwhelming track record of selecting winners who become bona fide singing stars. But new coach Kate Miller-Heidke defended the change. She has argued that the winner wouldn’t be “locked into…

Karl Stefanovic loves nothing more than having some fun in the sun with his girls! Last week, the Todayhost enjoyed a day at a beach in Noosa, QLD with his youngest daughter Harper, wife Jasmine and sister-in-law Jade Yarbrough. And, Karl, who turned 50 last month, looked in tip-top shape! “Karl just celebrated a big birthday, but he’s never looked or felt better,” a source told New Idea. The insider added that the dad of four had made an extra effort to get fit ahead of his milestone birthday. “He’s been hitting the gym,” says the source. “He’s not going crazy, but the results are paying off. Karl feels incredible.” During the outing ,Karl got in some one-on-one time with Harper, four, as Jasmine and Jade grabbed coffees. The wholesome…

In news that royal watchers have long been waiting to hear, the Princess of Wales has announced she’s “finally completed” chemotherapy, and is now focused on doing what she can to stay “cancer free”. Kate, 42, shared her health update in a touching social media video that featured a montage of clips from her recent summer with husband, the Prince of Wales, and their three children – Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six. The video was shot at the Wales’ home, Anmer Hall, in Norfolk last month by freelance wedding videographer Will Warr. Wills, 42, Kate and the kids were filmed playing cards in their dining room (with Kate’s parents Carole and Michael Middleton), enjoying a picnic in the Anmer grounds and taking a family trip…

ANATOMY OF A FALL On December 2, 2010, Phoebe Handsjuk was found dead at the bottom of a garbage chute in the Melbourne apartment block where she lived with her boyfriend. A toxicology report revealed Phoebe, 24, had a blood alcohol level of 0.16 per cent and her body contained a prescription sleeping drug. Despite a coroner finding that Phoebe climbed into the chute herself, her family always had suspicions about what happened. In the 2016 Phoebe’s Fall podcast, journalists Richard Baker and Michael Bachelard raised serious questions about the case. “Phoebe’s story is a mystery – was it a crime or suicide?” Michael tells New Idea. He adds that he and Richard looked at “the technical aspects” investigated. of whether it was possible that Phoebe climbed into the chute…

Legendary rodeo rider Bob Holder might be 93 years old, but he’s still keeping up with today’s young guns in the saddle – and teaching them a few things to boot! “I’ve been doing it for 79 years. It’s just a thrill,” Bob, from Cootamundra, NSW, tells New Idea. As the world’s oldest competitive cowboy, Bob currently rides as the header in a rope and tie team. They catch steers using just horsemanship and rope skills. “The steers are let out of the box and they race down the arena, and you’ve got to rope them,” he explains. “No matter how fast they go, you’ve got to catch them up.” With his father being a drover, Bob has always had a deep connection with the land.…

Fusilli Salad with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Tune, Olives and Capers SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 50 MINS ■ 800g cherry tomatoes, halved ■ 3 tblsps balsamic vinegar ■ 3 tblsps extra virgin olive oil ■ 2-3 cloves garlic, skin on ■ Salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper ■ 400g dried fusilli ■ 3 tblsps baby capers, rinsed ■ 100g pitted black and green olives, roughly chopped ■ 280g can tuna in olive oil, flaked ■ Fresh baby basil leaves, to serve 1 Place tomatoes, vinegar, oil and garlic in a baking dish. Gently toss garlic and season with salt and pepper. 2 Bake in a 170C fan-forced oven for 30-35 minutes until tomatoes are slightly scorched and garlic is soft. Squeeze garlic flesh from skins…

I’m so proud of my son Storme. This was his 18th birthday gift he wanted, tandem skydive at Yarra Valley at 15,000ft. He loved it. MANDY GRAHAM, CARRUM DOWNS, VIC. The law of the land A friend asked seven-year-old grandson what he would like to do when he grows up. Without hesitation Master A replied, “I’m going to be a lawyer, because I’m really, really good at arguing, debating, I love reading, solving problems, plus finding lots of loopholes of course.” Yes he is only seven. Future career sorted . STELLA SCHROETER, NGUNNAWAL, ACT. My adorable great-grandson Harvey is a kind and caring two-year-old. Whilst at child care his little friend Lily was crying for her mummy. Harvey asked Lily if she was missing her mummy. He lovingly put his…

Kevin Costner and Susan Sarandon’s cosy catch-up during the recent Venice International Film Festival has set the rumour mill alight! The co-stars of the 1988 movie Bull Durham have maintained a decades-long friendship – but they looked extra cuddled up when they attended a gala event on September 5. “They seemed thrilled to see one another,” an onlooker told New Idea. Kevin, 69, only added to the intrigue after taking to Instagram to share a photo from the evening. In it, he has his arm around Susan, 77, and wrote the caption: “There’s nothing like catching up with an old friend.” Fans immediately took to the comments section to say they hoped something more might develop between the clearly close actors! One fan suggested to Kevin that Susan “is single…

Zachary Bray’s heartbroken parents say they’ll never stop fighting for their “beautiful boy”, 15 months on from his death in the horrifying Hunter Valley bus crash. Zach’s mum Jacqui was in court last week to see bus driver Brett Button sentenced to 32 years in jail. However, his dad, Adam, reveals to New Idea that he chose not to attend the proceedings. The distress of hearing the 40 gut-wrenching victim impact statements was too traumatic to bear. “I’m as content and satisfied as I can be, as a grieving father, that justice has been served,” Adam says. “But like all those affected by this heinous crime, nothing is going to make the pain of losing our beautiful boy ever go away.” “Knowing Jacq and our daughter Montana were in the…

‘She doesn’t want to waste time on the past’ An unexpected result of the Princess of Wales’ cancer recovery journey is a softening towards her brother-in-law, the Duke of Sussex, New Idea has learnt. While Kate was once very close to Prince Harry, the barbs he fired at her in his 2023 biography Spare seemed to eviscerate any possibility of them ever rekindling their friendship. But a royal insider exclusively tells New Idea that the princess, 42, has recently begun to experience a change of heart. “Facing your own mortality changes people,” our source explains. “Kate knows how precious life is and to not waste time on the past. “During her chemo treatment, Kate read theories on cancer being linked to repressed anger and stress. So she’s making a big…

FOR MORE RECIPES, VISIT New Idea Magazine newideamagazine or visit newidea.com.au/food Strawberry Brioche Pudding SERVES 8 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 20 MINS ■ ¼ cup raspberry jam ■ 2 tsps vanilla extract ■ 2 x 250g punnets strawberries, hulled, sliced ■ 500g sliced brioche loaf ■ 60g unsalted butter, softened ■ 4 eggs ■ 300ml tub thickened cream ■ ¾ cup milk ■ ½ cup caster sugar ■ ½ cup flaked almonds, toasted ■ Icing sugar mixture, to serve 1 Spray a 22cm springform pan (base measures 21cm) with oil. Place a large sheet of baking paper in pan and press into base and side, allowing paper to overhang edges. Spray with oil. Place another sheet of baking paper in the opposite direction, pressing into base and side.…

FUSS-FREE FLOSS This vegan coconut wax floss is gentle on gums with a bonus delicious tropical flavour. Pop it into your bag for a handy post-meal floss when you’re on the move. Keeko Coconut Tooth Floss, $9.95, keekooralcare.com GO ELECTRIC The UK’s bestselling elling sonic toothbrush has now arrived on Aussie shores! This sleek electric brush has a two-minute timer, three brushing modes and comes in plenty of colourways so it can sit pretty in your bathroom cabinet. Ordo Sonic+ Toothbrush Rose Gold, $99.99, au.ordolife.com SWEET TOOTH Indulge your cravings by switching your everyday toothpaste for this totally droolworthy cinnamon doughnut flavour. Its light and fluffy formula contains fluoride and will help keep your teeth feeling fresh – with the bonus of a sweet treat taste. HiSmile Cinnamon Donut…

WICKED THE MUSICAL For Brisbane and Perth tickets, visit wickedthemusical. com.au For musical theatre superstar Courtney Monsma, there really is no place like home. Sure, it might be cliché to say, given the actress currently stars in Wicked, the blockbuster musical prequel to The Wizard of Oz. But with the show starting its nearly three-month run at Brisbane’s QPAC theatre, it’s an apt way to sum up how Gold Coast-raised Courtney feels. “Family members that don’t necessarily travel are now getting to come see the show,” she tells New Idea with a smile. Courtney, 27, graduated from Griffith University’s Queensland Conservatorium, so having “uni teachers, mentors and school friends …my community” coming to see her is another bonus. It was a little over a year ago that Courtney was cast…

HITS THE TORONTO FILM FEST Daisy Edgar-Jones Thanks to a well-timed gust of wind, the Twisters actress made quite the entrance at the premiere of her new drama, On Swift Horses. Demi Moore Getting to cosy up to co-star Margaret Qualley is just one perk of promoting The Substance for Demi. ‘LET ME ENTERTAIN YOU … AGAIN!’ Sir Elton John Why walk the red carpet when you can drive it?! The singer and his husband, David Furnish, arrived at the premiere of his documentary Elton John: Never Too Late on the back of a golf cart. Robbie Williams Robbie felt the love as he unveiled the first-look at his upcoming biopic Better Man. THE CAPED CRUSADER! Lupita Nyong’o Fans went wild for the Oscar winner, which was appropriate,…