Innehållsförteckning för Issue 34, 2025 från New Idea

With the 22nd series of Gogglebox launching this week, we couldn’t resist getting fan faves Tracey and Patrick from the Delpechitra family to our studio for their first-ever photo shoot. Throwing popcorn in the air and posing with a TV remote, we’re not sure who had more fun – them or New Idea’s entertainment writer, Celia, pictured right. “They’re so lovely to be around,” Celia says. “They laughed, danced and sang all the way through the interview!” Read their chat on page 28 – and find out which family member Patrick has banned from joining them on the couch! Talking of happy, we bet Nat and Shirvo will be smiling after their recent news (page 10), and don’t miss all the dinner inspo from page 38. Acting Editorial Director…

During a recent TV interview, Michelle Williams confirmed she and husband Thomas Kail had welcomed their third child together via surrogate. Actress Tiffany Haddish interviewed the star on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and complimented Michelle, 44, by saying she looked as if she’d “never had any children”. “Then I’ve got to give a big shout out to Christine, ’cause this last baby did not come through my body,” Michelle replied. “But the miracle of our little girl is thanks to her.” Michelle added she now has “three under five” at home, and she’s also mum to 19-year-old Matilda Ledger.…

Unexpected news has rocked Brekky Central, just days after Sunrise host Natalie Barr declared that she still loves getting up for work, despite the “ungodly” hour. In a shock announcement that Nat, 57, and her cohost Matt Shirvington, 46, didn’t see coming, Sunrise hit another milestone last week – topping morning television ratings once again, with its national total TV audience increasing by seven per cent. While the news has left rival breakfast show Today reeling, New Idea hears the entire Sunrise team were literally jumping for joy when the results were released on Monday, August 18. Matt, in particular, was said to be over the moon – especially after some fans on social media were asking if the former Olympic sprinter turned news presenter should be replaced by popular…

Michael Gover still remembers the shock he felt when he received an early morning phone call from a friend in Melbourne in September 2023. It was around 8am in Turkey, where Michael now lives, and other family members were waking up to the same distressing phone call. Michael was told that his cousin, Serdar Caliskan, had died during a weekend camping trip with friends at Mount Disappointment, 60 kilometres north of Melbourne. He’d been stabbed by his wife of 25 years, Ilknur, in the late hours of September 30. Serdar, 50, died at the scene despite the efforts of paramedics. “We were shattered. All we knew was that Serdar had been camping, he’d been stabbed and driven to hospital, but died on the way there,” Michael, 50, tells New Idea.…

They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery -so our very own pop queen Kylie Minogue must be feeling fabulous right now. Taylor Swift has unveiled the concept and cover art for her 12th studio album The Life of a Showgirl – and it looks a whole lot like the styling for Kylie’s 2005 Showgirl: The Greatest Hits tour era! “From the feathers to the sequins, the colours and the poses – the similarities are uncanny,” a source tells New Idea. “Of course, no-one owns the showgirl concept – but you cannot deny that Kylie did it before Taylor!” While Taylor, 35, has a legion of Swifties as fans, Kylie’s own army of supporters were quick to call out the comparison. “There’s only one showgirl -and that’s Kylie,” blasted…

Italian Chicken Cobbler SERVES 6 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR ■ 260g jar chargrilled capsicum ■ 1.3kg chicken thigh fillets, trimmed, cut into 4cm pieces ■ 2 onions, chopped ■ 1¼ cups chicken stock ■ 500g jar pasta sauce with red wine ■ ⅛ cup (70g) pitted Kalamata olives COBBLER ■ 1½ cups self-raising flour ■ 75g butter, chopped ■ 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, plus extra to serve ■ ¾ cup grated parmesan ■ 1 egg, lightly beaten ■ ⅔ cup milk 1 Drain capsicum and reserve ¼ cup of oil. Combine chicken and 2 tbsp of reserved oil in a bowl. 2 Heat a large, flameproof, shallow casserole dish or ovenproof frying pan (12-cup capacity) over a medium-high heat. Cook chicken in two batches for about…

Cauliflower Schnitzel SERVES 6 PREP & COOK 50 MINS ■ 2 medium cauliflowers (about 1kg each) ■ 3 eggs ■ 2 cloves garlic, crushed ■ 3 tsp Dijon mustard ■ 1½ cups panko crumbs ■ ½ cup finely grated parmesan ■ ⅓ cup plain flour ■ 1½ x 420g jars Whole Cherry Tomato Pasta Sauce ■ 1½ cups pizza blend shredded cheese ■ Mixed salad leaves, to serve 1 Remove leaves from cauliflowers. Trim the stems, keeping the core intact. Cut each cauliflower into 3 x 2cm-thick slices, through the core, so that the core holds each slice together. Reserve remaining cauliflower for another use. 2 Whisk eggs, garlic and mustard in a shallow dish. Place crumbs and parmesan in a separate shallow dish. 3 Dust cauliflower schnitzels in…

Diana Ross She may be 81, but the Motown queen proved she’s still our everything at the Stern Grove Festival in San Francisco, with her over-the-top performances, spectacular outfits and timeless hits. Pia Miranda We found them! The Looking for Alibrandi star recently reunited with her co-star Kick Gurry. “Bumped into Josie and Jacob … They seem happy,” Pia captioned a snap on Instagram. Chris Isaak A paw-fect pair! The singer was having anything but a ruff day while performing in Tennessee with his furry friend, Jack. Ewan McGregor Star Wars fans got the ultimate treat when Obi-Wan Kenobi reunited with Anakin Skywalker (Hayden Christensen) at Fan Expo Boston. Courteney Cox The one where they went to Disneyland! The Friends star had the time of her life during a recent…

Are those wedding bells we hear ringing? Sporting a huge smile and looking better than ever, tennis commentator Jelena Dokic appeared every inch a blushing bride-to-be as she made her way through the airport in Bali with her boyfriend Yane Veselinov last week. The couple – who hard-launched their relationship on social media in July – were beaming, and it has some fans convinced the lovebirds are visiting the tropical island for more than just a relaxing holiday. After all, the stunning tourist destination is renowned for being a top wedding location for Aussies. Taking to Instagram, a loved-up Jelena further fuelled whispers that nuptials could soon be on the cards by sharing a carousel of photos of herself and Yane. In them, the pair can be seen checking out…

FRIENDS TICK OF APPROVAL They really will be there for each other! Friends star Courteney Cox and her partner Johnny McDaid have been snapped enjoying a fancy dinner catch-up with Jennifer Aniston and her new man Jim Curtis. The foursome were spotted at Nobu restaurant in Malibu last week – making it the second double dinner date a smitten Jen has taken Jim on recently. “Courteney and Johnny are really happy for Jen,” dishes a source. “They think Jim is perfect for her.” Proving things are getting serious – and that Jen’s keen to start introducing the hypnotist to her inner circle – the lovebirds were also seen hanging out with actor Jason Bateman and his wife Amanda Anka earlier this month. “Jason and his wife love him,” a source…

King Charles stunned attendees at the 80th VJ Day ceremony earlier this month when he was reduced to tears during a speech by a WWII hero. While the 105-year-old fellow cancer survivor’s heartfelt story drew tears from Queen Camilla, seeing Charles wipe them away too was unprecedented because, aside from his mother’s funeral, it’s never happened before. Now, palace insiders have revealed to New Idea that the King’s rare emotional response came after he was blindsided that morning by a personal letter from his estranged son, the Duke of Sussex, begging forgiveness in their strained relationship. “Harry’s not had a direct line to his father since he saw him briefly after his diagnosis,” says the insider. “He had no choice but to send a handwritten letter. He’s desperate to make…

Stepping off their luxury private boat in Lake Como earlier this month, George and Amal Clooney looked anything but loved-up. In images obtained by New Idea, the couple appeared tense as they made their way to dinner with friends. At one point, a glum George, 64, was seen looking down at the ground while his stunning wife attempted to have a conversation with him. Now, a source has revealed that things between the pair have been rocky ever since George made his Broadway debut in Good Night, and Good Luck back in March, and their friends are worried. “George has been acting incredibly grumpy lately and Amal is feeling the strain,” dishes an insider. “He’s been hard to handle, and friends are wondering what’s really going on with him. Everyone’s…

I’VE GOT YOU, BABE! As her ex-husband Hugh Jackman is forced back into hiding with his new love Sutton Foster after facing an onslaught of backlash – the same can’t be said for Deborralee Furness who is clearly enjoying her new single life. The 69-year-old looked happier than she has been in a long time when recently spotted catching up with a handsome male friend in New York. Smiling and wrapping their arms around each other, the duo could easily have been mistaken for a smitten new couple – only New Idea can reveal the mystery man seen making Deb smile again is in fact one of her closest friends, Nicholas Evans. Nicholas, 45, has known Deb for 11 years and the pair are co-founders of Hopeland – an organisation…

Flaky Butter Chicken Pies MAKES 12 PREP & COOK 45 MINS ■ 1 onion, finely chopped ■ 1 clove garlic, crushed ■ 1 large, washed potato (220g), peeled, cut into 1cm pieces ■ 800g chicken thigh fillets, trimmed, chopped ■ 150g pouch butter chicken paste ■ ½ cup light thickened cooking cream ■ 1 cup frozen peas ■ 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh coriander ■ 12 sheets filo pastry ■ 100g butter, melted ■ Greek-style yoghurt, mango chutney, to serve 1 Heat an oiled, large non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic and potato. Cook, stirring, for about 5 mins, until light golden. 2 Add chicken. Cook, stirring, until changed in colour. Stir in paste. Bring to boil. Reduce heat. Cook, covered, for 15 mins, or until…

Spring Clean YOUR LIFE THE ONLY FIVE PIECES YOU’LL EVER NEED Wardrobe in need of a clear out? To save you precious closet space, we’ve popped together a handy guide of must-have additions that will stand the test of time. Stylish Staples SKIRT Keep warm by pairing a midi skirt with a fluffy knit, or style it up with a chic satin tank for a party-ready fit. Skirt, $59.90, Uniqlo BLAZER Style with tailored pants for work or swap with jeans for a casual look. The humble blazer works for every day of the week. Blazer, $119.95, All About Eve JEANS A staple worn through generations, add a medium-to-deep blue shade of denim to your rotation – perfect for all year round. Jeans, $159.95, Levi’s T-SHIRT Arguably the most versatile…

HE HAS A TYPE! Once upon a time, a beast met a beautician and they lived happily ever after. Well, that’s what The Chase star Mark Labbett is hoping will happen – with rumours the 60-year-old is currently dating beautician Deanne Perkins after meeting on Celebs Go Dating. According to reports, Mark and Deanne – who looks just like his ex, TV presenter Hayley Palmer – instantly connected on the UK reality show and have been spending lots of time together. A source told the Daily Mail that Mark hopes “Deanne is The One for him”. Prior to meeting Deanne, the quizzer was in a relationship with Hayley, but the pair called it quits in 2024 after a year together. “It was a horrible break-up and he was truly beastly,”…

NEW VICTIMS? He may have died in jail in 2019, but the crimes of notorious serial killer Ivan Milat continue to be revealed. While he was only ever convicted for the murders of seven people, there are new fears he could be responsible for “hundreds” more. A NSW MP has now called for an inquiry into the killer’s sordid past. Jeremy Buckingham, who serves in the NSW Upper House with the Legalise Cannabis Party, said a parliamentary inquiry could bring justice to the families of dozens of victims. “I think Ivan Milat was probably one of the worst serial killers in human history,” Jeremy told 10News+. “I think he has killed scores of people, if not hundreds of people. “There’s a huge cluster of unsolved disappearances in South East Queensland…

When Bundaberg nurse Stacie Chanoff was left quadriplegic after a horrific car accident in 2023, she never thought she’d be able to continue with her dream career. But two years on, she is determined to return to nursing in whatever capacity she can. “What hurts me the most is losing the career I worked so hard for,” Stacie, 33, tells New Idea. “My passion for nursing and caring for others is what gives my life meaning. I feel like I’ve lost part of my identity.” Stacie and her partner Jaidon Kirby, now 29, were on the way to Brisbane Airport for a holiday on May 4, 2023, when tragedy struck. They were off to celebrate Stacie recently landing her dream job as a remote nurse, while Jaidon was about to…

He sat in the famous red chair for six seasons, but in 2024, Guy Sebastian made the shock decision to leave his role as one of the coaches on The Voice Australia despite being a fan favourite. Now, whispers are swirling that the Aussie singer-songwriter is regretting his decision to walk away from the show. “When Guy quit The Voice, he said it was because he wanted to step out of his comfort zone and focus on his music,” reveals a TV spy. “But someone probably should have reminded him to be careful what he wished for.” Proving the grass isn’t always greener, the 43-year-old has faced a number of setbacks this year. From rupturing his Achilles to a disappointing turnout at one of his recent public appearances, it’s no…

‘I felt so guilty for not enjoying pregnancy’ More than five years have passed since Irena Gilbert met her now-husband, Locky, on the 2020 season of The Bachelor. Falling madly in love, the couple wed in 2023 before welcoming their adorable daughter Ava, who’s now 18 months old. But amid all the joy and happiness they’ve shared, Irena and Locky, both 34, have experienced some devastating lows too. The couple endured two miscarriages before finally welcoming Ava in 2024. But as Irena readily admits, her pregnancy with their little girl was “incredibly difficult” mentally, because of the fear that she would miscarry again – and then, when she was 12 weeks pregnant, she learnt that Ava had single umbilical artery (SUA). SUA affects one in 100 babies and in some…

Raspberry, Apple and Rhubarb Cobbler SERVES 6 PREP & COOK 55 MINS ■ 1 bunch rhubarb (440g), trimmed, cut into 7cm lengths ■ 3 Granny Smith apples, quartered, cored, cut into 2cm-thick wedges ■ ¼ cup caster sugar ■ 125g punnet raspberries ■ Icing sugar, vanilla custard, to serve TOPPING ■ 1¼ cups self-raising flour ■ ½ tsp ground cinnamon ■ ⅓ cup caster sugar ■ 100g cold butter, chopped ■ ½ cup pure cream 1 Lightly grease an ovenproof dish (8-cup capacity). 2 Place rhubarb, apple, sugar and ¼ cup water in prepared dish. Toss to combine. 3 Cook in a 200C preheated oven for about 15 mins, or until just tender. Remove from oven. Stir in raspberries. Reduce oven to 180C. 4 TOPPING Sift flour and cinnamon…

Spring Clean YOUR LIFE It’s the wellness theory that’s taken over the world, but how can it change your life? Popularised by Mel Robbins’ bestselling The Let Them Theory, the book has since gone viral, and clinical psychologist Dr Maria-Elena Lukeides says she’s grateful for the help. “It’s put so eloquently into a book what I, and many psychologists, have been teaching our patients for years,” she tells New Idea. “The Let Them Theory encourages people to stop trying to control others and instead focus on their own wellbeing.” It’s a way to protect and conserve our emotional energy and help foster healthier relationships, Dr Lukeides says – but how do we start the process? TAKE A STEP BACK Whether it’s a partner, a friend, or a relative, we’ve all…

Spring Clean YOUR LIFE Between serums, oils, creams, masks and peels, it’s all too easy to get caught up in a 10-step skincare routine. But overloading your skin with active ingredients or constantly switching formulas can disrupt the skin barrier. “It’s easy to fall into the trap of trying every new skincare trend, but the most effective approach to a healthy skin is maintaining a simple routine of products that work for your skin type,” says Tegan Brown, skincare expert at Lush. SO, WHAT PRODUCTS DO WE ACTUALLY NEED? Lucky for us (and our wallets), a simple routine is all that’s needed to keep skin happy and healthy. Steps in your regime should be kept basic. “You really only need three: cleanse, tone and moisturise,” says Tegan. 1. CLEANSE “A…

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Book of the week Vera and her teen daughter, Thea, have touched down in Italy. But the pair aren’t just on a holiday to see where Vera’s family comes from – they’re in search of a promised cure for their shared chronic illnesses. In particular, one local man claims he can heal Thea’s illness. While Vera is all for this alternative approach, Thea’s dad, a doctor who believes in science, disagrees. As mother and daughter grapple with their own narratives about their bodies and their wellness, all may not be as it seems. With its transportive setting, Katherine Brabon has written the ultimate literary escape to somewhere warmer. OUT NOW, ULTIMO PRESS, $34.99 AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT This is Katherine’s fourth book. Her first novel, The Memory Artist, won The Australian/Vogel’s Literary…

1 What is New Zealand’s longest river? A) Clutha River B) Waikato River C) Whanganui River D) Avon River 2 Which actor starred opposite Meryl Streep in Evil Angels? A) Hugo Weaving B) Mel Gibson C) Sam Neill D) Geoffrey Rush 3 Which iconic soap opera featured the characters Scott Robinson and Charlene Mitchell? A) Home and Away B) Neighbours C) A Country Practice D) Sons and Daughters 4 Who was the original host of the beloved variety show Hey Hey It’s Saturday? A) Bert Newton B) Don Lane C) Daryl Somers D) Graham Kennedy 5 Which Fleetwood Mac album featured the song ‘Go Your Own Way’? A) Tusk B) Rumours C) Fleetwood Mac D) Tango in the Night 6 What is Australia’s largest inland city? A) Canberra B) Toowoomba…