Innehållsförteckning för Issue 5, 2025 från New Idea

Princess Beatrice and husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi are in seventh heaven after welcoming their second daughter together. Edo, 41, also has a son, Wolfie, from a previous relationship. Bea, 36, delivered Athena Elizabeth Rose Mapelli Mozzi at a London hospital on January 22, several weeks earlier than expected. But mum and bub are both “healthy and doing well”. “She is tiny and absolutely perfect,” proud dad Edo wrote on social media. “We are all (including Wolfie and Sienna) already completely besotted with her. “Our hearts are overflowing with love.” Doting ‘Granny’ Sarah Ferguson, 65, took to Instagram to share in the happiness, saying she was “overflowing with love and joy” at the little one’s arrival. “She is already so adored and I’m incredibly blessed to be a Granny once again,”…

After her disappointment about not being a part of the upcoming season of Gogglebox Australia, Isabelle Silbery is now recovering from a horror horse-riding accident that occurred while she was holidaying on remote Turtle Island. Last week, the reality star shared details of the incident via Instagram. In addition to pictures of herself lying on a stretcher alongside husband Alex Richards, the 39-yearold explained she had endured a night of “immense pain” while awaiting a “medical evacuation helicopter [which] was only available during daylight hours”. She further explained: “I was choppered to the mainland for scans confirming I’d fractured my spine. “One inch in either direction and my life could’ve looked very different today.” The mum of two is now “home safely” in Melbourne, where she’s resting and recovering. But…

Off the back of her recent announcement that her cancer is in remission, Catherine, Princess of Wales has been seen out and about in recent weeks, making the most of her renewed health as she settles back into her regular life and routine with her family. However, New Idea has learnt that the mum of three’s desire to maintain a sense of normalcy for kids Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine, and Prince Louis, six, has been dashed by a shocking discovery. Amid King Charles’ ongoing cancer treatment – which sources say he’ll need to continue on a weekly basis for the rest of his life – he and William, Prince of Wales have reportedly been in secret discussions for the 42year-old to step up sooner rather than later, as…

She was mortified when her groom Tim wiped his mouth following their first kiss then turned down her advances at their reception. All of this before learning he’d told producers off-camera that he wasn’t attracted to her. But hard-done-by bride Katie is having the last laugh, with viewers rallying around the firm fan favourite thanks to her authenticity and candid admissions. In an exclusive chat with New Idea, the CEO of social enterprise for a restaurant chain that donates half their profits to charity says she now knows her self-worth – and isn’t willing to put up with less than she deserves. “I spent way too many years avoiding relationships, thinking I was protecting myself,” she explains. “Turns out, if they aren’t good for me, I can see it pretty…

Karl Stefanovic is said to be reeling by just how quickly former Today colleague Alex Cullen is considering jumping ship to competitor Channel Seven. “Karl isn’t the least bit surprised that Alex is being courted by Seven – he’s great at his job,” an insider tells New Idea. “Still, it doesn’t sit well that he could be going to a rival network.” On January 24, the Today sports presenter, 44, was officially stood down by Nine, following his suspension for accepting $50,000 from The Block billionaire Adrian Portelli. Karl looked notably saddened as he delivered the news to viewers live on air alongside co-host Sarah Abo. “As most of you are well aware, our colleague Alex Cullen has not been on air with us this past week,” he began. “There…

Crispy Moroccan Rice Salmon Bowls SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 45 MINS ■ 5 cups cooked jasmine rice ■ 2½ tblsps Moroccan seasoning ■ ¹⁄³ cup olive oil ■ ¹⁄³ cup slivered almonds ■ 2 zucchini, diagonally sliced ■ 1 small eggplant (350g), roughly chopped ■ 460g packet salmon portions, skin off ■ ¹⁄³ cup sliced fresh mint leaves, plus extra leaves to serve TAHINI YOGHURT ■ ¾ cup Greek style yoghurt ■ 2 tblsps lemon juice, plus wedges to serve ■ 1½ tblsps tahini 1 Combine cooked rice, 2 tblsps of the seasoning, 1½ tblsps of the oil and almonds in a large bowl. Spread mixture over a large, non-stick oven tray. 2 Cook in a hot oven (200C) for about 30 minutes, tossing halfway through, or until rice…

Boardroom business Forget long tailored pants and make a beeline for the tailored Bermuda short instead. Style as you would with a pointed heel and crisp shirt. Casual friday For a relaxed look in the office that may lead to after-work drinks, consider a classic cotton midi dress you can dress up or down. Choose one you can belt, layer and repeat over and again. Relaxed office A linen set is perfect for a more relaxed setting. Pair with sandals and summer jewels for an outfit you can repeat every week. A set can also create multiple different outfits if you wear them as separates. Compiled by Aimee Bruce. Stockists: betts.com.au, cereslife.com, forevernew.com.au, jag.com.au, seedheritage.com, sussan.com.au, zara.com/au…

Tziporah Malkah has found love and moved to the country! The former model, previously known as Kate Fischer, shared the happy relationship update with the Daily Telegraph, revealing she’s dating nurse Fraser Anderson and has settled down with him in the NSW Southern Highlands. “I may no longer be one of Australia’s most photographed women, but Fraser sees me for who I am and complements my life,” Tziporah, 51, said, adding the relationship was “special”. The star revealed that “very, very few people know” about Fraser, 61, who is a former history lecturer. Tziporah was previously engaged to casino tycoon James Packer, but they split in 1998. After pursuing a modelling and acting career in LA, she returned to Australia, converted to Judaism and adopted her current moniker. Having retreated…

Melanie C – aka Sporty Spice – has been announced as a coach on The Voice Australia, joining Ronan Keating, Richard Marx and Kate Miller-Heidke. But New Idea hears it’s not the only reason the Spice Girl agreed to relocate Down Under! The 51-year-old singer is currently dating Australian model Chris Dingwall, with the couple confirming the relationship at Wimbledon last July. This came off the back of Mel making two visits to our shores within six months last year, which included a lengthy DJ tour. According to our insider, The Voice Australia offer was a chance to spend more time in Chris’ hometown – and afford Mel time to consider making the move “permanent”! “Mel loves Australia, so it wasn’t a hard decision for her to sign on to…

There’s a high chance sales of pain killers have gone up around the country, as casting directors suffer ongoing headaches. Indeed, local reality TV shows are struggling to find contestants of a certain desired age – the over sixties. Channel Nine’s incoming The Golden Bachelor – a show that hinges entirely on this demographic – as well as their mainstay juggernaut The Block have reportedly been trying to cast within this bracket to no avail. Shoot dates are now being pushed back, as producers refuse to put subpar casts on air. DESPERATE TIMES Things have gotten so dire that casting agents for The Golden Bachelor, hosted by Samantha Armytage, have reportedly approached retirement homes to find the best possible participants. They’ve also being hitting the airwaves, releasing ads calling for…

When it comes to dodgy grooms on Married At First Sight, there have been many apparent duds over the mega-hit show’s 11 seasons. But this year, groom Tim, who has been paired with bride Katie, seems to take the wedding cake… Episodes featuring his interactions with charity CEO Katie, 37, have ignited social media, with fans slamming his “disgusting” behaviour and comments, particularly when primary school teacher Tim, 38, said on camera, shortly after the wedding: “I normally go for short, petite, blonde or brunette. Katie’s nothing like what I usually go for. There’s just no attraction. I can tell straight away.” His quick dismissal of his bride led to an outpouring of support for Katie – and scathing headlines (see left). “This really saddens me,” commented an outraged viewer…

RENEWED HOPE IS SPARKED OF A REVIVAL Rowan Atkinson was looking very Mr. Bean-like as he was spotted filming new comedy series Man vs Baby in a South London park on January 27. The sighting sparked renewed calls for the comic legend to also step back into Mr. Bean’s shoes. Clad in a beanie and with one foot wrapped in a sandwich bag as he filmed scenes with his tiny co-star – who was bundled up in an adorable knitted turkey hat – the 70-year-old proved he still has plenty of comedy gold to mine. Rowan’s first appearance as Mr. Bean came on New Year’s Day, 1990. The bumbling, self-centered character – who’s mostly silent and relies on physical comedy – was developed by the actor while he was studying…

Tom Cruise appears to be riffling through his old little black book to find his next potential flame. A well-placed Hollywood insider tells New Idea the actor is eager to wine and dine the recently single Jessica Alba – but it’s not the first time he’s had his eye on the Honey actress. Indeed, before Tom started dating Katie Holmes in April 2005, Jessica was reportedly 30 on a list of women he was interested in ‘getting to know’ following his split from Penélope Cruz. It’s also said Tom considered dating Scarlett Johansson, Kate Bosworth and Lindsay Lohan during this time. Reports later claimed Tom was actually ‘auditioning’ the quartet to potentially be his next wife – although these suggestions were quickly denied by the Church of Scientology. To hear…

Billy Ray Cyrus’ estrangement from his children has taken a shock turn, with the singer being called out by son Trace over fears for the embattled star’s health. The family have been divided ever since Billy Ray and wife Tish divorced in 2022 after nearly 30 years of marriage. His subsequent whirlwind wedding to Australian singer Firerose in October 2023 spoke volumes, as it was suspected that none of his kids were present. Just months prior, daughter Miley, 32, made her feelings clear by unfollowing her dad on Instagram. He also followed suit. Daughter Noah, 25, remained loyal to her father – even skipping her mum’s wedding to Aussie actor Dominic Purcell with brother Braison, 30, in August 2023 – a move that, according to Us Weekly, “caused a rift…

A variation on the popular in-clinic treatment, the derma roller is at the epicentre of the microneedling movement. And it’s no surprise given the benefits it boasts with pore and wrinkle reduction and an aim to help pigmentation, to name a few. But when needles are part of the equation, people are going to ask questions… WHAT IS A DERMA ROLLER? A derma roller looks and functions like a paint roller, except it’s less fluffy and more spiky. The handheld device is made with a cylindrical end sporting tiny microneedles around its circumference. These come in different lengths, usually between 0.2mm and 1mm, for different levels of intensity. HOW DO I USE A DERMA ROLLER? As with the use of any beauty tool, you should first cleanse your face thoroughly…

EDITORIAL Editorial Director Erin Holohan, Editor Karleigh Smith, Deputy Editor Leigh Credlin, Art Director Sarah Hadnam, Picture Editor Matthew Mackay ARE MEDIA Chief Executive Officer Jane Huxley, Director of Sales Andrew Cook, Director of Content Sally Eagle, General Manager Entertainment Susan Armstrong, Commercial Brand Manager Jessica Ashworth, Director of Marketing Carly Bowra Subscription enquiries: Customer Service 136 116 (Mon-Fri 8am-6pm AEST) International +61 2 9692 3535 Email magshop@magshop.com.au Website www.magshop.com.au Advertising enquiries: advertising@aremedia.com.au Published by Are Media Pty Limited (ABN 18 053 273 546), 54-58 Park Street, Sydney, NSW 2000. ©2025. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in whole or part without prior written permission. New Idea is a registered trade mark of Are Media. Use of trademark strictly prohibited.  Licensing Inquiries: www.contentshop.com.au / syndication@aremedia.com.au…

She’s no stranger to sharing her personal life on the small screen (you likely recognise her from The Bachelorette and Gogglebox, as well as the current host of Space Invaders), but for her latest TV project, Angie Kent is getting more vulnerable than ever. Angie’s very personal story about her egg-freezing journey features in the new season of Big Miracles. The star says she’s doing the show not only for herself, but all women like her – those scared and unsure if they can have a baby due to health concerns. Angie, who is 34 and currently single, always knew she wanted a baby – but didn’t know what that would look liked for her. “I thought, I’m not going to be one of those people that’s frightened. I’ve been…

PATTI NEWTON at 80! Patti Newton will turn 80 on February 4 – and it’s clear that, when New Idea catches up with the iconic Australian entertainer, she’s in the mood to set a few things straight about her life. From the outset, when we chat about plans for her milestone birthday, Patti explains her eldest child, Matthew, 48, will definitely be part of the celebrations. “There’s no feud going on,” Patti says. While Matthew, who’s based in the US, is unlikely to return to Australia for her birthday, Patti will speak to him on the phone – and she does so regularly. “He’s been in America for quite a long time, where he’s writing and working on scripts, but we talk frequently and he always shares in family celebrations,…

Olympian Stephanie Rice has an impressive collection of gold medals to her name – and now the former swimmer has added a gold wedding band to her collection! Smitten Steph, 36, married pastor Mark Lassey, 46, in January after only 10 months of dating. The pair bonded over religion – Mark is a pastor at the Kingdomcity church in Perth, the same church Steph attended when she lived in Dubai. The happy couple exchanged vows in Perth at two separate events just a few days apart. However, it seems some in Steph’s family have concerns. “Only Steph’s parents and very select family members attended the wedding,” a source exclusively tells New Idea. “Everyone is happy that she’s found love – but there is some concern that she’s rushed into marriage,…

Reese Witherspoon’s new relationship with German businessman Oliver Haarmann is going from strength to strength – and there’s even whispers of wedding bells on the horizon! However, New Idea hears the actress remains tied to her ex-husband, Jim Toth, and is increasingly feeling like she’s “caught in the middle” between the two men. Reese, 48, finalised her divorce from former celebrity agent Jim, 54, in August 2023. They remain amicable co-parents to their 12-year-old son, Tennessee. While they were married, Reese and Jim forged a strong business partnership, jointly forming and then selling her production company, Hello Sunshine, along with other profitable endeavours. “Even though Jim’s not officially working for any of Reese’s businesses anymore, he’s still listed as a founding partner in all of them,” confirms our source. But…

Chicken Larb Lettuce Cups SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 25 MINS ■ 1 small bunch fresh coriander ■ 1 red onion, halved, thinly sliced ■ 2 cloves garlic, crushed ■ 1 tblsp fresh lemongrass paste ■ 500g chicken mince ■ 200g green beans, sliced ■ 2 tblsps fish sauce ■ 2 tblsps lime juice ■ 8 large butter lettuce cups ■ Sliced red chilli and lime wedges, to serve 1 Finely chop coriander roots and stems. You will need ¼ cup. Set aside the remaining leaves for serving. 2 Heat an oiled wok over a high heat. Add onion, garlic, lemongrass, coriander roots and stems. Stir-fry for about 2 minutes, or until onion is soft. 3 Add chicken. Stir-fry to break up mince for about 5 minutes, or until cooked.…

Chargrilled Beef, Corn and Capsicum Fajitas SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 40 MINS ■ 4 fresh corn cobs, husks removed ■ 2 red capsicums, thickly sliced ■ 2 tblsps olive oil ■ 2 cloves garlic, crushed ■ 2 tsps Mexican chilli powder ■ 600g thick sirloin beef steak ■ 10 soft flour tortillas ■ 1 baby cos lettuce, shredded ■ Lime wedges, to serve GUACAMOLE ■ 2 medium ripe avocados ■ 2 tblsps lime juice ■ 3 green spring onions, finely chopped 1 Heat a lightly oiled barbecue grill plate over a medium to high heat. Add corn. Cook for 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred. Remove. Cover loosely with foil. 2 Cook capsicum on same grill plate for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until tender and…

1 Who was the first Australian Victoria’s Secret Model? A) Elle Macpherson B) Jessica Hart C) Miranda Kerr D) Gemma Ward 2 Who plays Dale Jennings in the ABC drama The Newsreader? A) Sam Reid B) Stephen Peacocke C) Chai Hansen D) William McInnes 3 What type of fruit is a melogold? A) Lemon  B) Grapefruit  C) Orange  D) Watermelon 4 Which animal is on South Australia’s state flag? A) Hairy nosed wombat  B) Crow  C) Piping shrike  D) Emu 5 What is the name of Gwyneth Paltrow’s lifestyle company?  A) Gulp  B) Gap  C) Goop  D) Gupe 6 What kind of manicure uses a UV light to set the colour? A) Acrylic  B) Shellac  C) Dip  D) Paraffin 7 What year did TV show Killing Eve last air?  A) 2012 B) 2015 C)…