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Who hasn’t dreamt of one day becoming a millionaire? Well, in 2022, this dream is about to come true for one lucky reader! New Idea, in conjunction with some of Australia’s most-loved magazines, is teaming up for our biggest giveaway ever – and it co

Even though there was no red carpet or televised ceremony this year, the 79th Golden Globes ended up being a gold rush for Australia! Local stars Nicole Kidman, Sarah Snook and Kodi Smit-McPhee all won in their categories. Nicole took home Best Actre

The turmoil surrounding Novak Djokovic’s arrival has plunged the Australian Open into chaos. The future of the ‘Happy Slam’ is being called into question, amid fears it has been permanently tarnished. At the time of going to press, the 34-year-ol

Brooklyn Beckham, the eldest son of David and Victoria, and fiancée Nicola Peltz are forging ahead with planning their wedding. However, New Idea hears the bride-to-be is buckling under the “pressure”. An insider reveals Nicola’s latest bridezilla mo

Prince Charles may have extended a tentative olive branch towards his youngest son by praising his climate-change initiatives recently, but sources say the future king’s goodwill is sure to vanish if the Sussexes come caps in hand asking for money fo

Queen Elizabeth is known to have a sweet tooth! And, to celebrate her upcoming Platinum Jubilee, the monarch has invited the British public to compete in the Platinum Pudding Competition. UK residents are being asked to submit their recipe for the ‘p

Aussie actress and singer Tottie Goldsmith quite literally leapt into the jungle when she became the latest intruder on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!. And Tottie, a member of the band, Chantoozies, tells New Idea she can’t wait to show her fa

Charlene’s marriage to Albert has been riddled with rumours that she wants out of the union, which some say is why she went to South Africa. And, in a telling sign that there could be trouble in paradise, a source tells New Idea that the royal is fas

Self-assured, confident and sassy, Tamara describes herself as having an alpha personality. As someone who always tells people what she thinks of them – whether they’ve asked for her opinion or not! – this outspoken bride promises to be one to watch

Tall, dark and handsome, Anthony is the quintessential swoon-worthy man born from romance novels. While Anthony, father to a 9-year-old daughter, gets plenty of female attention, he always finds himself taking things further with the wrong women. H

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Australian media baron Rupert Murdoch made his move into the UK in 1969 by buying the tabloid newspapers, News of the World and The Sun. Watching Murdoch on TV being interviewed about the takeover, London tailor Arthur Hosein turned to his brother,

To make slicing celery for a recipe quicker, slice the whole celery bunch across the top. It’s easy to measure out how much you need, and the rest of the bunch can be stored in a plastic bag in the fridge. Wash and drain the sliced celery in a coland

Ritz have welcomed a new flavour to the taste sensation Ritz Cracker Bites range – Sweet Chilli. These bite-sized, crunchy, oven-baked crackers are the sweet but spicy party in your mouth, the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for a movie night or just

This family-owned, Aussie company is a big believer in keeping things local, with all swimwear made right here. Known for its supportive, confi dencegiving styles that suit anyone, a Baku swimsuit definitely should be in every woman’s closet. This h

When it comes to a beauty routine, Margot has admitted to keeping it simple because she doesn’t have the time for anything more fancy and indulgent. “I am anal-retentive about having really clean skin though,” she admits. Caudalie Beauty Elixir, $7

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I’ve become obsessed with hand sanitisers! I have used this brand since discovering it – I have one in every handbag, the car, my desk and my gym bag. The formula is a hybrid between a hand sanitiser and a moisturiser, so it’s perfect for everyday us

If you are introducing a new puppy to your home, make sure there are lots of comfortable high places that your cat can safely retreat to. Move their bowls and litter to a place where they can only access. This will reduce the initial stress. The RSPC

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Get ready for a day of inspiration, motivation and deliciousness when New Idea teams up with IsoWhey at Homestead Centennial Park in Sydney on February 18. The Healthy You 2022 New Idea brunch event will include a flow session with expert yogi Kate K

Delays could prove frustrating (yes, Mercury is still retrograde), especially if finances are involved, but on the whole, problems should blow over quickly. An escapist concert or movie should ease the tension, or alternatively, clear your head with

I asked my young daughter what she wants to be when she grows up. After some thought, she said: “I want to be a teacher, but my first name isn’t Mrs.” MELISSA WITHERS, BRISBANE, QLD. This is our 5-year-old girl, Abby, with all of her favourite th

Adele has splashed out an eye-watering $80 million on Sylvester Stallone’s sprawling Beverly Hills estate. The lavish property boasts eight bedrooms, 12 bathrooms, an infi nity pool, movie theatre and a modern kitchen. While $80 million might sound l

Kim Kardashian is no longer keeping up with Miley Cyrus. The reality star unfollowed Miley on Instagram, shortly after the singer flirted up a storm with Kim’s new flame, Pete Davidson, during their recent New Year’s Eve hosting gig. “Kim’s ego took

Over the past year, the Perth social scene has been abuzz with rumours that Tiger Lily Hutchence was planning to start a family with her fiancé, musician Nick Allbrook. And now it seems the couple is getting plenty of practise, thanks to a very speci

Nicolas Cage is set to become a father for the third time. The actor announced that he and fifth wife, Riko Shibata, are expecting their first child together. “We are elated,” the pair said in a statement. Nicolas, 58, is already dad to two sons. He