Issue 14, 2024

New Idea

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Masthead
New Idea wishes to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the many nations across Australia, and pay our respect to Elders past and present. We recognise that their sovereignty has never been ceded. PRIVACY NOTICE This issue of New Idea is published b
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Reunites With Ex-wife!
Tiger Woods reunited with his ex-wife Elin Nordegren last week to celebrate their son Charlie’s latest golfing achievements. Tiger, 48, and Elin, 44, were both in attendance at the 15-year-old’s school as he collected his latest state championship p
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Divide Up Their Assets
Actress Tori Spelling had an emotionally charged meeting with her ex-husband, Dean McDermott, just days after she officially filed their divorce paperwork. The pair, who were married for 18 years, met up at a Los Angeles storage facility to divide th
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Girls’ Getaway In Nyc!
Long-time friends Jennifer Aniston and Sandra Bullock enjoyed a fun girls’ trip to New York City recently. The pair shopped up a storm and enjoyed the bright lights of Broadway – but it was another stop on their East Coast adventure that left eyebrow
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Brad Drops Custody Bid
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s drawn-out divorce battle appears to be nearing its end after the actor recently dropped his custody battle. Brad, 60, has been pursuing shared custody since their 2016 split. But a new report says he’s given up his bid
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Cher A Mum
Cher is loving being a stepmum to her boyfriend Alexander ‘AE’ Edwards’ four-year-old son Slash – so much, she is entertaining the idea of having another baby herself! According to Star magazine, Cher, 77, has been looking into adoption. “[It’s] some
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Leaning On Wife
Reclusive actor Gene Hackman has made a rare public appearance with his wife, Betsy Arakawa. The notoriously private couple grabbed a coffee and then enjoyed an early dinner at a seafood restaurant in Santa Fe, New Mexico on April 1. Gene, who turned
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Harry’s Taking The Kids To London...
When King Charles emerged from medical leave at Easter, royalists everywhere celebrated his return. Despite the monarch’s recent cancer diagnosis, he looked cheerful and pleased to be among his people. And back in California, his estranged youngest s
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‘Our Love Is Real’
Choosing to publicly declare their love for one another was a daunting task for Married At First Sight stars Jonathan McCullough and Ellie Dix. But after almost five months of being an official item, the couple are saying “stuff it” to what anyone el
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Make A Splash On The Goldie
Jack and Tori’s decision to stay together at the Final Vows hasn’t backfired yet! The duo put on a very public display of affection while enjoying a day on the water riding jet skis on the Gold Coast last week. Jack, 34, and Tori, 27, were also spott
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The Most Precious Gift!
Pregnancy reveals always bring a huge amount of joy. But when inspirational Aussie Sophie Delezio announced she’s expecting a baby with fiancé Joseph Salerno, her Instagram post was inundated with thousands of congratulatory messages! “Beyond happy f
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‘I Prayed For This Do-over’
Nicole Kidman is counting her blessings right now. Not only is she fulfilling her lifelong dream of raising teen girls, but she’s been given a new glimmer of hope regarding a public reunion with eldest daughter Isabella Cruise. In a new interview wit
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J.Lo Hits A New Low!
We may only be four months into 2024 – but for Jennifer Lopez, this year is already shaping up to be one she’d readily forget. While the singer, 54, might be putting on a brave face in public, behind the scenes she’s reportedly crumbling, and leaning
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Their Secret Bond Revealed
Callum Hole had many I’m A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! viewers scratching their heads over his claim to fame when he first entered the South African jungle. But in the blink of an eye, the Welsh-born former Love Island Australia star has become o
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Marriage!
Conjoined twin sisters Abby and Brittany Hensel may share one body – but each has their own heart. Now, Abby has given hers away in marriage. It was revealed last week that Abby secretly tied the knot to Josh Bowling, a US nurse and army veteran, in
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War Of The Tay Lors!
Forget ‘Tool Time’ – it’s time Tim Allen stops telling porky pies about a Home Improvement revival series, or so says his aggrieved co-star Patricia Richardson. For eight seasons, Tim and Patricia played onscreen husband and wife in the hit ’90s sitc
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Saved The Penguins!
One colony of little penguins are enjoying a jolly housewarming thanks to an army of local volunteers. The flock of around 300 at tourist hotspot Penguin Island, WA, had become heat stressed due to the extreme temperatures experienced over summer. De
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‘We’ll Have A Toast For Belle’s 50th’
This month, Belinda Emmett should have been celebrating her 50th birthday – and what a party it would have been! An inspiration to everyone she met, the late actress filled her fartoo-short life with love, laughter and compassion. Cancer robbed the b
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My Babies Are Miracles
Hilary Swank understands better than most that the best things in life truly are worth waiting for. While the two-time Academy Award winner found professional success early on – she nabbed her first Best Actress Oscar aged 25, and second aged 30 – it
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From Bushman To Crazed Killer
In Mick Dundee, Paul Hogan created a character that has stood the test of time. People still quote from Crocodile Dundee decades after its 1986 release, and the knifewielding larrikin regularly appears in ‘Best of ’ polls. However, the man who inspir
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On A Roll
Pâté can be replaced with pesto or a dip, if preferred. Kewpie mayonnaise is a rich, slightly sweet Japanese mayonnaise. Best served on the day of making. Cover with damp kitchen paper and refrigerate for up to three hours before serving. You need
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3 Great Takes On Fruity Friends
Starfish can also be made using rockmelon, honeydew or pineapple. Its best to attach candy eyes just before serving. Try replacing pikelets with rice crackers. These are best made close to serving and drizzle with maple syrup, if preferred. Butterf
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Impressipe
Mini marshmallows can be replaced with 200g white marshmallows. To make chocolate spirals, place melted chocolate in a medium snap-lock bag. Squeeze into a corner. Twist top. Snip tip before drizzling. New Idea Magazine newideamagazine or visit ne
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Make The Most Of Breadcrumbs
Uncooked skewers can be made up to one day ahead. Keep covered in the fridge. You can replace metal skewers with bamboo skewers – soak in water first for 30 minutes. We used blue-eyed cod, but any type of firm white fish can be used. It’s best to dry
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Kitchen Hacks
FOODIE TO FOLLOW: @intothesauce Does the pressure of entertaining stress you out? Pull up a seat at Tori Falzon’s (@intothesauce) perfectly set table. The influencer, chef and nutritionist gives us some serious inspo thanks to her eye-catching table
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The Best Of Friends
We all need friends for love, companionship and support, but did you know we also crave variety in the special people closest to us? Happiness coach and author Domonique Bertolucci says our friends meet various needs and we should embrace what makes
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Staying Open
In the realm of relationships, the landscape is evolving and concepts like open relationships are gaining traction. You may be thinking the idea of exploring open relationships can be both intriguing and challenging, and as societal norms shift, we m
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Style Solutions
The most classic of all colour combinations – try a black shirt or blouse with sleek heels for an edgier take on this piece. SATIN FINISH Cobalt blue tops are trending right now, and, when paired with white pants, are always a chic look. Just add a s
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Beauty Bag Updates
Boost Lab Goody Goody Sun Drops SPF 50+ Serum, $39.95, priceline.com.au Sunscreen meets serum in this nourishing jojoba oil and vitamin E formula that sinks straight in for a shine-free finish. Perfect for popping on before makeup! tbh Skin Shady 50
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Hit Refresh
We spend so much time at home, so it’s only natural we want to create a calm and happy environment. But, sometimes our space can feel a little stale and in dire need of a spruce-up. If you’re struggling to find inspiration, we spoke to interior desig
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Plant Power
If you had a hard summer when it came to mozzies and pests, then we have a solution for you. Indeed, while we’re heading into the cooler months you may want to start planning your attack for next summer and beyond. Many plants are the source of the m
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Desert Dreams
I came to Palm Springs expecting no more than a dusty desert, but I was completely blown away by the glitz and glamour contrasted by amazing scenery. If you’ve ever been thinking about a trip to Palm Springs, DO IT. This is one destination not to be
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Horoscopes
As the song says, “the times they are a-changin’”. Many Aries are on the brink of an exciting new cycle. Some may say you’re chasing a dream, but the cosmos is simply expanding your vision. Fine tune your plans over the next few weeks, then prepare f
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Mailbox
Our cat Tiger making himself comfortable for his arvo nap. STEPHANIE HINDSON, CRAIGIEBURN, VIC. My little granddaughter Bella was listening to her dad complaining that he did not win on the horses. “Well Dad,” she said, “You should pick horses with
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See Into Your Future
Q My life is so stagnant, same thing over and over. Can you see anything positive showing up in my future? – ANNE A I can see you are a very sensitive and loving lady. I can see you have been unlucky in love in the past, as you are the one to choos
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Love On The Land
When Tom’s not busy throwing himself into cattle and crop farming, he can be found galloping around the state visiting horse shows or country music festivals. This season’s youngest farmer describes himself as “caring” and “supportive” when it comes
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A new Detective Arrives In Paradise
Watch on ABC and iview DID YOU HEAR THAT... With Death in Paradise star Ralf Little announcing his departure from the hit show, bookies have named who they think will replace him on the isle of Saint Marie. Simon Bird is the current favourite tippe
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Treat Your Shelf
By Pip Fioretti It’s 1911 and three bodies are found. War veteran Augustus is intent on finding the murderer, but the deeper he digs into the past, the more he uncovers about those he thought were his friends. OUT NOW By Jennifer Scoullar Del is on
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Back To The Bay!
Wild horses couldn’t have kept Penny McNamee from returning to Summer Bay to witness Home and Away’s wedding of the decade! This week, Justin (James Stewart) and Leah (Ada Nicodemou) are finally getting hitched. Penny played Justin’s sister Tori Morg
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Don’t Miss!
In 1977, American late-night talk show host Jack Delroy is desperately trying to improve his ratings. He decides to invite a supposedly possessed girl onto the show for a special Halloween broadcast – but things go terribly wrong. Filmed in Melbourne
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Big Quiz
1 Who won the Oscar for Best Actor in 2023? A) Leonardo DiCaprio B) Brad Pitt C) Joaquin Phoenix D) Brendan Fraser 2 Which billionaire is the CEO of electric car company Tesla Motors? A) Jeff Bezos B) Mark Zuckerberg D) Tim Cook D) Elon Musk
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Star Shots
The golfing legend and his wife Kirsten teed up a getaway at the exclusive Bahamas Baker’s Bay golf course. Prince, Paris and Bigi Jackson no doubt had their late dad Michael in their thoughts as they attended the opening night of MJ the Musical in L
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One Last Word...
Angela Bassett is not ready for her 18-year-old twins to fly the coop and head off to college.

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