Issue 2, 2024

New Idea

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This Week In… New Idea
As much as I love the festive season, to me, January is the most wonderful time of the year. It’s all about tennis, cricket and swimming – three wonderfully quintessential Aussie pastimes. It’s nice to see our favourite local stars getting into the s
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Delta’s Scientology Shock!
Delta Goodrem, Kate Ceberano and Jenna Elfman were among a star-studded group that enjoyed a holiday season get-together at Richard Wilkins’ house. Dickie posted a photo of the group of “dear friends” – which also included his son Christian, singer J
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newidea@aremedia.com.au newidea.com.au @newideamagazine @newideamagazine ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY New Idea wishes to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the many nations across Australia, and pay our respect to Elders past and present. We rec
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Jessica Alba’s Family Therapy
Jessica Alba has opened up about attending family therapy sessions with her eldest daughter, Honor. The actress shared that a few years ago, she and her now 15-year-old daughter “were arguing all the time about dumb stuff” before they sought professi
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Melanie Griffith’s Happiness For Newlywed Antonio
Melanie Griffith’s ex-husband Antonio Banderas has quietly married his longtime girlfriend, Nicole Kimpel. Reports of the secret nuptials emerged after Nicole changed her surname on Instagram to ‘Banderas’. New Idea’s sources say Melanie, 66, harbour
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‘My Family Comes First’
As he prepared to return to Spain following a shock scratching from the Australian Open, 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal was focusing on what matters most – his family. While his fans were understandably devastated when the tennis great reve
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Michael Bolton Diagnosis Drama
Michael Bolton has revealed he was recently diagnosed with a brain tumour. The singer, 70, explained in an Instagram post he’d undergone “immediate surgery” over the holiday season after doctors made the shock discovery. “Thanks to my incredible medi
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Melissa George’s Surprise Baby!
Melissa George has shared new pictures that seemingly reveal a well-developed baby bump! The former Home and Away star, 47, made the revelation when she posted a series of Christmas images on Instagram, in which a baby bump was visible. The notorious
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George’s Money Woes
George Clooney’s latest directorial effort, The Boys in the Boat, has failed to set the box office alight. Described as “middle lane” by critics, it’s another miss for the Ocean’s Eleven star. According to New Idea’s sources, the 62-year-old A-lister
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Race To Space!
Katherine Bennell-Pegg was 13 when she was asked by her school careers adviser to write down the three jobs she’d like to do. She only wrote one. Astronaut. “I’d grown up looking at the stars and from an early age it was my dream to go to space,” Kat
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Elle Macpherson Scoping Out Wedding Venues ...in Oz!
Elle Macpherson returned to Australia last week, marking the supermodel’s first trip Down Under in four years. It’s also the first time she has brought her American musician boyfriend, Doyle Bramhall, to her home country – and New Idea hears they’ve
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Erik Thomson’s Marriage Mystery
Questions are being asked about Erik Thomson’s 25-year marriage to Caitlin McDougall, with many believing there are numerous signs that could indicate something is amiss. It has been more than 12 months since Erik uploaded a photo of Caitlin to his I
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Andrew’s Got To Go!
For King Charles and the Prince of Wales, this was not the start to 2024 they’d hoped for. At present, they’re dealing with the fallout of damning court papers that further detail Prince Andrew, Duke of York’s closeness to late paedophile Jeffrey Eps
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Christian’s confession ‘I’m Not Ready, Mum’
It’s just a few months since the now Crown Prince Christian of Denmark celebrated his milestone 18th birthday. But while the teen expected to have a few carefree years ahead of him before beginning life as a full-time royal, that is no longer the cas
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‘My royal run-in With Queen Mary!’
Queen Mary. It just sounds right, doesn’t it. Now seated upon the Danish throne, it’s clear the elegant Australian’s 24-year apprenticeship as Crown Princess has made her perfectly ready to take on the imposing mantle of Queen. The feeling is unanimo
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Our Golden Girls!
Hollywood is once again being renamed ‘Aussiewood’ after three of our brightest stars scored big at last week’s Golden Globes. Margot Robbie accepted the inaugural Cinematic and Box Office Achievement gong for Barbie, capping off an incredible ride t
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‘I Was Determined To Win’
Evonne Goolagong Cawley, the personification of grace, will once again be showered in love during the Australian Open, as the nation celebrates five decades since her first AO singles title triumph. “I feel so grateful to be honoured by Tennis Austra
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Honouring Our Sunshine Girl!
Only in New Idea As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations, Tennis Australia has collaborated with Evonne and Lyn-Al Young, a Gunnai, Wiradjuri, Gunditjmara and Yorta Yorta artist, to create a commemorative merchandise range featuring designs that
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Injured Sam Kerr Wedding Plans In Full Swing
It should’ve been the absolute time of Sam Kerr’s life. The Matildas captain topped off an incredible 2023 by celebrating her engagement to girlfriend Kristie Mewis at home in Perth on New Year’s Eve. The couple’s family and friends partied the night
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‘I’ve Returned To My Roots!’
Only in New Idea The storms of life might have knocked Steven Jacobs about, but thanks to a life change he sees only blue skies ahead. The 57-year-old has just opened a restaurant in the Sydney hotspot of Enmore. Called Bonditony’s Burger Joint, the
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Midday Memories & Reboot Hope!
It was an infamous punch that created headlines worldwide as a live TV debate shockingly turned violent. Nobody, not even Midday’s unflappable host Ray Martin expected an ugly brawl on the awardwinning daytime variety show. It was raw. It was memorab
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100 Chihuahuas Find Their Fur-ever Home
Watching Layla dart around her new home before settling down on her adopter’s lap for a snuggle, you would never guess she was once the coyest Chihuahua in her mammoth pack. Eight-year-old Layla was the last of 100 Chihuahua pups recently rehomed by
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You little Nipper!
Make way for the Irongirl! Fifi Box’s eldest daughter Trixie is following in her Ironman dad Grant Kenny’s footsteps by becoming a Nipper. Fifi, 46, recently shared photos of Trixie, 10, going through drills at Gunnamatta Surf Life Saving Club down o
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Have You Seen Sam?
After years of study Ashlea Segal was finally being recognised with her PhD in neuroscience. But as she received her qualification this past August, she couldn’t share her achievement with the one person she wanted to most – her big brother Sam. A ke
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6 Ingredient Summer Eats
Rice paper rolls are best served on the day of making. Cover with damp absorbent kitchen paper and refrigerate for up to three hours before serving. We used a thick teriyaki sauce in this recipe. Pancakes can be made several hours ahead. Reheat, cov
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3 Great Ways With Fresh Herbs
Quinoa can be replaced with couscous in this recipe. Using a peeler, peel lengthways down zucchini to form long, thin ribbons. Basil can be replaced with a combination of fresh parsley and oregano. Chopped tomatoes can also be used in this recipe.
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Impressipe
Almond nougat bars are available from some greengrocers and delicatessens. You can replace with any type of soft nougat. Any variety of caramel or honey-flavoured ice-cream can be used. Photographer: John Paul Urizar. Stylist: Janelle Bloom. Photo c
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Make The Most Of Summer Fruits
Pavlova can be made one day ahead. It can be stored in a cold, closed oven overnight or large airtight container. You will need about 4 fresh passionfruit. Decorate pavlova just before serving. Replace diet dry ginger ale with regular dry ginger ale
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Kitchen Hacks
Goodbye food waste and hello fresher meals. The Vac-U-Seal Vacuum Sealer Wand helps remove air and prevent bacteria. The Vac-U-Seal Vacuum Sealer Set of two vacuum sealer containers, a wand and five sealing bags is the ultimate in organisation. Avail
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Burning Questions
Whether you were a sunbaker in the ’70s or grew up with the ‘Slip, Slop, Slap’ campaign in the ’80s and ’90s, our understanding of sun protection has definitely improved. But while we try our best to be sun smart today, we can still get it wrong, whi
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Making Small Talk
Believe it or not, I am terrible at small talk. When I’m at a party, regardless of whether or not I’m hosting, I spend the entire time circulating. It’s not because I’m working the room, but usually because I’m offering people food so we don’t have t
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Take One Dress…
The silly season called for a new dress and now that the festivities have been and gone, it’s time to find some new ways to wear your frock. Turn it into an investment piece by styling it with different accessories for occasions from work to Sunday b
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Celeb Certified
Kendall Jenner has been spotted wearing this longlasting lippy, which is easy to wear and never smudges. L’Oreal Infallible Matte Resistance Lipstick in Spill The Tea, $31.99, chemistwarehouse.com.au For lasting colour, always prep your lips with a
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The Ultimate Health Checklist
I’m often asked what checks you should be getting each year to keep your health on the straight and narrow. The answer is: it depends. Your age, gender, family history and individual risks all need to be considered. Tests can be in the form of a scre
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South West Is Best
From sweeping coastal views to world-class wines and a diverse array of wildlife, what doesn’t the Margaret River area have? Just as south west Western Australia has spectacular sights, the region has equally impressive accommodation offerings. Wheth
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Horoscopes
As they say, you only live once. With the cosmos working on your side, it’s time to pursue an interest that’s captured your imagination. Many Goats should find themselves bouncing back after a setback this month, while on the singles scene, an invita
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See Into Your Future
Q I have been in a rut in the last few years, mainly due to a house issue with a family member.Can you advise how to move forward for the best outcome? I would also like to know if Mum’s little recipe booklet can be located as she was a great cook. –
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‘We Make A Great Team’
Richard Roxburgh and Rebecca Gibney have every faith that their new TV drama, Prosper, will leave viewers praying for more! In the exciting series, the pair play Cal and Abi Quinn, a highly religious power couple whose megachurch U Star has taken the
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Don’t Miss!
Jump back to the ’80s for this true story set in the world of professional wrestling. With the shadow of their father and coach ever-present, the Von Erich brothers seek immortality while welcoming both triumph and tragedy. Stars Zac Efron and Lily J
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‘I Have The Best Job In The World’
Having chatted with nearly everybody in showbiz during his 11 years as Sunrise’s entertainment reporter, Steve Hargrave admits it’s “rather surreal” being on the other side of the interview for a change! Sitting down with New Idea, the UK-based repor
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Treat Your Shelf
by Mimi Matthews Lady Anne is about to discover a tender interior to the roguish Hart. When she agrees to attend a party at his grandfather’s country estate, could it be time to expose her true feelings at last? OUT TUE. by Jennifer Worth Call Th
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Big Tennis Quiz
1 Which tennis player currently holds the record for having won the most Grand Slam men’s singles titles? A) Roger Federer B) Rafael Nadal C) Andre Agassi D) Novak Djokovic 2 The Australian Open began in 1905. What year was it designated a Grand
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Star Shots
There were smiles all round as Lindsay reunited with Tina Fey at the New York City premiere of the new Mean Girls movie musical. A spot of vitamin sea is just what this former TV doctor ordered! Grey’s Anatomy star Kate cooled off in Perth with her A
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