Table of contents for Issue 19, 2023 in New Idea

London is one of my most-loved cities – it has a buzz unlike anywhere else. This week, as we gear up for the King’s coronation, it will be on show for the world to see. If you’re inspired by the pomp and pageantry of Charles’ big day, and want to experience it for yourself, then do we have a treat for you! Turn to page 16 for your chance to score a trip for two to London worth $10,000, planned by New Idea’s royal experts. Meanwhile, if you’re hosting a coronation party this Saturday, check out our recipes on page 38 for Charles, Queen Camilla and Prince William’s favourite meals – you’re guaranteed a right royal feast. Have a great week! newidea@aremedia.com.au newidea.com.au @newideamagazine @newideamagazine…

Angelina Jolie and Halle Berry have signed up to star in a female ‘Bond vs Bourne’-type action movie called Maude v Maude, and insiders say the unlikely duo have struck an impossible friendship. “They actually have a lot more in common than you might think,” a source says of Halle, 56, and Ange, 47. “They don’t usually get on with other Hollywood women, so neither of them nor their handlers expected them to connect outside of a professional relationship. To everyone’s amazement, the opposite happened! “They’re both ecstatic to have found a female ally in Hollywood.”…

Engaged couple Justin Long and Kate Bosworth can’t stop declaring their undying love for one another with some very public displays of affection. Now friends close to Kate, 40, and Justin, 44, confirm they are already planning for parenthood post their pending nuptials. “Weddings plans are go, go, go, and neither of them want anything more fancy than a destination barefoot-on-the-beach ceremony with just a few friends and family,” tells our source. “Their real goal is to start a family. Justin can’t believe how his life has changed for the better. They can’t wait to be parents and don’t want to waste any time.”…

Special report In recent months, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a hot topic, from how it will affect our jobs, to the ramifications of computer-generated images and fabricated interviews infiltrating popular media. This discussion was thrust into the spotlight last week when German magazine Die Aktuelle claimed on its cover it had the “first interview” with Michael Schumacher. The seven-time F1 world champion hasn’t been seen in public since suffering a serious brain injury while skiing in 2013. Inside, it was revealed that 54-year-old Schumacher had not spoken to a journalist, but the “quotes” about his health and family were generated by the AI program character.ai. Thanks to this concerning report, the use of AI has quickly become a subject of debate – but…

Hollywood Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones have weathered many storms together – but can the couple survive another attack by hurricane Kathleen Turner? The actress has once again given an interview about how she fell in love and had “wild chemistry” with Michael while filming their 1984 hit movie Romancing the Stone – and Catherine’s not happy! At the time, Michael was married to his first wife Diandra Luker. But Kathleen, 68, has now confirmed that she and Michael, 78, shared an on-set “sexual attraction” that was as “all too real”. In the new interview, Kathleen rehashed the story about her closeness with Michael during production of the popular adventure movie, adding that they were “both terrible flirts”. “We were in the jungle and I was feeling very romantic towards…

Local stars The most controversial season of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here has ended and so too has Dr Chris Brown’s time hosting the family-favourite show. But as Chris, 44, prepares for his new beginnings at Channel Seven, insiders say he might not be the only one leaving the jungle. Indeed, New Idea hears whispers Julia Morris is nervous to stay on without her trusted sidekick as she looks to focus on her solo career. Speaking under the promise of anonymity, a TV insider says all won’t be lost for the show if Julia, 55, does decide to explore other ventures. Popular radio duo Carrie Bickmore and Tommy Little are rumoured to be waiting in the wings to take over as co-hosts on the new season. ‘They would…

A DIY BIRTHDAY BASH It was a party Bunningsobsessed Remy Chalmers won’t forget in a hurry. From the tablecloths and the hats to the cake and activities, everything was themed around the hardware store at the youngster’s third birthday celebrations. Mum Shay Chalmers tells New Idea the party took months of planning, but it was all worth it to see her little boy enjoy his special day. Remy’s dad Ray prepared a sausage sizzle lunch, while Remy, his sister Sienna and the other kids entertained themselves in the gardening tent. They potted flowers, painted mugs and used the diggers in the sandpit. “He had a good day with all of his friends,” says Perth-based Shay, adding that the epic party only cost her around $20 per person. “We had activity…

Spanakopita SERVES 6 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR, 25 MINS ■ Melted butter, for greasing ■ 12 sheets filo pastry ■ 100g butter, melted FILLING ■ 1 onion, finely chopped ■ 1 clove garlic, crushed ■ 500g packet frozen spinach, thawed ■ 250g Greek feta, crumbled ■ 250g fresh ricotta ■ 4 eggs, lightly beaten ■ 2 tblsps chopped fresh dill 1 Invert base of a 24cm springform pan (base measuring 23cm). Grease base and side with melted butter. 2 To make filling, heat an oiled, medium, non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft. Transfer to a large bowl. Cool slightly. 3 Squeeze out excess moisture from spinach. Add spinach to onion mixture with remaining ingredients. Mix well. 4 Layer five…

EASIEST CHOC CURLS For a chocolate decoration to finish your indulgent dessert, try using a vegetable peeler and run down the length of a chocolate block to create chocolate shavings. Use milk, dark, Caramilk – whatever you want! GOODNESS in a spread Enjoy your peanut butter with a little extra sweetness with Mayver’s two limited-edition peanut butter spreads. Mayver’s Manuka Peanut Butter is made with 100 per cent New Zealand honey and is the perfect way to start the morning. Enjoy Mayver’s Berry Peanut Butter as a snack, in a wrap or in a smoothie. Made with cranberries, blueberries, goji berries and apple juice, each jar is free from cane sugar, and you can see real chunks of berries. Not only do they taste great, they also have a five-star…

How to accessorise in autumn Upgrade your jewels Classic jewels, like a hoop, can still create impact when pairing with simple looks. Consider picking a more intricate style like Kate’s, or something with sparkle to create a polished look that isn’t over the top. Add a chic clutch A simple ladylike bag can instantly add a touch of elegance to any outfit. Kate does this so well by upgrading a jeans and T-shirt combo with a pretty bag for a quick duchess-like fix! Choose classic courts Kate is often spotted in a pair of classic court heels which not only give a feminine appeal but also go with everything. From jeans to coat dresses and skirts, the court shoe is something every woman could invest in. Stockists: colettehayman.com.au, medleyjewellery.com.au, next.com.au,…

If you or someone you know needs help, contact Lifeline on 131114 or lifeline.org.au Q Why? Was it a last-minute decision? Was it planned? But why? We loved you so much and were always there to pick up the pieces. – AMBER A Your gorgeous sister worries about you and the children more than you know. She hates to see how broken you are since her passing. Te is sorry you are struggling to find your peace even though now she has found hers. Te was in so much mental pain before her passing that she never thought about the consequences and what it would do to those left behind. You are both very sensitive women who have given up so much in this world to be there for others.…

NEWS It all began as a bit of cheeky banter, but it now appears radio star Fifi Box wasn’t kidding when she announced to her Fox FM co-hosts Brendan Fevola and Nick Cody that she would be open to dating AFL legend Jason ‘Chief’ Dunstall! After reading the Herald Sun’s list of Melbourne’s most eligible bachelors, the mum of two, 46, didn’t hesitate to tell her listeners, “He’s the only one I’d consider!” Now, according to a well-placed insider, the wheels are reportedly in motion to put the perfectly matched pair together for their first date! “Jason got wind that Fifi had singled him out, so friends, including Fev, are working behind the scenes to make it happen,” the insider shares. While 58-year-old Jason is 12 years Fifi’s senior, insiders…

NEWS Naomi Watts has sparked fresh engagement rumours after being spotted with a giant diamond on her left ring finger! So, have she and beau Billy Crudup taken things to the next level? The actress has been spotted wearing the sparkler numerous times in the past few weeks. Just days ago, the 54-year-old was seen wearing the ring during a solo shopping trip in New York City. What’s more, at an event in Los Angeles recently, Naomi was asked directly if Billy, also 54, was her “fiancé”. Although Naomi is yet to comment on the engagement rumours, she was clearly smitten on Valentine’s Day when she referred to Billy as “my darling” in a loving Instagram post. Meanwhile, these latest rumours are swirling just as reports emerged that Naomi’s ex-partner,…

NEWS It’s official! Fan favourite Tom Calleja is to return to The Block for Season 19. Tom took a trip to Hampton East in Melbourne where the show is filming and was snapped by residents in tradie attire. “Got to see Tom having photos taken of him outside our place for promos,” captioned an onlooker on a picture of Tom that was uploaded to social media. Fans were quick to express their delight at the news. It comes after Tom and wife Sarah-Jane suffered a blunder at the 2022 auction, taking home only $20,000.…

Real life Each week, Emma Anderson dresses in armour, jumps into the ring at her local sports centre and readies herself for combat. She’s not fencing or kickboxing, though. She is preparing for her lightsaber class, inspired by the popular Star Wars movie franchise. The 25-year-old from Perth is a member of her local Ladies Who Lightsaber group and is living out her Jedi Knight dreams. Emma tells New Idea that it is a huge “confidence builder” to be involved in the unusual sporting club. “Putting your armour on, grabbing your saber and jumping into the ring gives you such a sense of empowerment and strength, especially when you win!” Emma says, beaming. The sport was formed by David Winchester from Mos Eisley Swords Club, Western Australia’s only lightsaber club.…

Farewell Barry Humphries 1934 - 2023 It wasn’t until his four children made an emotional mercy dash to his Sydney hospital bed that comic genius Barry Humphries permitted himself to take his final bow on April 22. In a scene many thought might never happen, Barry’s loved ones – including his soulmate wife Lizzie Spender, sons Oscar and Rupert, and daughters, Emily and Tessa – gathered by his bedside as doctors advised them of the star’s emergency medical crisis. It came after an unsuccessful hip replacement from which, sadly, 89-year-old Barry would not recover. The unexpected arrival of Barry’s estranged daughter Emily – who alongside Tessa was born from Barry’s second marriage to Rosalind Tong – especially had many talking. Humbled by the avalanche of well-wishes, Barry said in…

Watercolour Heart Biscuits MAKES 25 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR, 30 MINS ■ 250g cold unsalted butter, chopped ■ ½ cup pure icing sugar ■ ½ tsp vanilla bean paste ■ 1 egg, at room temperature ■ 3 cups plain flour ■ ½ tsp baking powder TO DECORATE ■ 1kg packet ready-to-roll white icing ■ 1½ tblsps liquid glucose ■ Pink liquid food colouring ■ Rose spirit liquid (see Tip) ■ Art paintbrush and edible gold star accents, to decorate 1 Grease and line two large oven trays with baking paper. 2 To make dough, place butter, sugar and vanilla in a food processor. Process, scraping down side of bowl, until combined. Add egg. Process until combined. Add flour and baking powder. Pulse to form a soft dough. 3 Turn…

Advice Good remedies for stressed and tired skin? 1 Deep cleanse If you’ve gotten into the habit of not taking off your makeup properly, it could play havoc on your skin. Not only can it leave you with blemishes, but it could also cause your skin to age more rapidly. Give your complexion a clear-out with a double cleanse. Start with a balm to remove waterproof makeup and oil, then follow up with a foaming cleanser to get rid of bacteria and other skin-clogging nasties. TIP Don’t cleanse with dirty hands! Make sure you wash them thoroughly before applying any product to your face. 2 Exfoliate away After a cleanse, you need to exfoliate, especially around the T-zone. If you have sensitive or spot-prone skin, this…

Advice OUR DESIGN GURU HELPS YOU NAVIGATE YOUR NEXT PROJECT If I have said it once I have said it a thousand times, when it comes to interior design: “If you get the balance, scale and human movement right you could put hessian bags over milk crates and it will work!” One of the biggest mistakes I see in a space is when people compromise design due to budget, material and style choices. I remember years ago being invited to a friend’s home that had recently been renovated – I had seen the plans but not the final detail. It was all about knocking down walls and extending to create an open plan that spoke to the outdoor space, and for weeks I had heard about this magnificent marble choice…

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SAY WHAT? We all know the song by Carly Simon called ‘You’re So Vain’. Well, my partner loves it. Sadly, his interpretation of the words leaves a bit to be desired. He thinks the line containing “wife of a close friend” is “wife of a postman” – and he sings along in delight. L .ORELLI, SOUTHBANK, VIC. THANK YOU After recently watching Netflix’s docuseries on MH370, I was shaken by the reality and hardships that the passengers’ families were experiencing. As presented in New Idea’s article, Danica’s struggle in particular took my attention, as the Aussie mum of two fought for information not only in the name of her husband Paul – a passenger of the mysterious plane – but in the name of other families involved. I am sure…

NEWS It looks as though famously feuding father and daughter Ryan and Tatum O’Neal have put their differences aside. Posting a picture of them both on her Instagram recently for her dad’s 82nd birthday, Tatum captioned the image with a simple, heartfelt message: “Happy birthday dad, I love you.” Over the years, Tatum, 59, has been honest when it comes to her troubled childhood, and once even tried to mend their fractured relationship by filming an eight-episode docuseries, Ryan and Tatum: The O’Neals. “I sort of took a journey with my dad with this show to see what would happen,” Tatum said at the time. “It didn’t necessarily make us together. It didn’t necessarily push us to this happy ending.” Ryan admitted in the series…

NEWS It seems as though Lionel Richie may be “rethinking” his previous marriage ban! Close friends confess the singer seemingly caught the love bug at daughter Sofia Richie’s star-studded wedding last weekend. The 24-year-old model tied the knot with British record executive Elliot Grainge, 29, on the Côte d’Azur along the French Riviera – and Lionel’s long-term love Lisa Parigi wasn’t dodging the bouquets thrown her way. The beautiful ceremony was so special for the couple, friends say it inspired a change of heart for the singer, who previously vowed never to put himself through marriage again. “Lionel loves a wedding and Sofia’s was pretty special. He knows his kids want him to marry Lisa and is feeling the pressure,” a source tells. “Naturally, time heals all wounds and there’s…

Royals There’s no downplaying the pressure Queen Camilla is feeling ahead of her husband King Charles’ coronation. However, while Camilla, 75, is struggling to find a shoulder to lean on in the King, given he remains laser-focused on his historic ceremony, New Idea’s royal insiders reveal she has quietly pulled together an “army of supporters” to ensure nobody dampens her big moment. Standing by Camilla’s side on May 6 will be her closest allies – children Tom Parker Bowles and Laura Lopes, ex-husband Andrew Parker Bowles, and younger sister Annabel Elliot. Tom, 48, is said to have been tasked with ensuring his stepbrother, Prince Harry, can’t cause any further complications for his mother. “There is no-one more upset about Harry vilifying Camilla than her son,” reveals a palace insider. The…

Friends and fans have waited months for some uplifting news surrounding Shannen Doherty, as she courageously battles stage four breast cancer. So nobody was expecting the shock announcement that she had filed for divorce from her photographer husband, Kurt Iswarienko. Just days after the couple formally ended their 11-year marriage, Shannen’s publicist, Leslie Sloane, released a statement. Without going into any detail or explanation, the statement claimed that the actress had “no other option” but to leave Kurt. “Divorce is the last thing Shannen wanted. Unfortunately, she felt she was left with no other option,” read the statement. According to TMZ, Shannen, 52, and Kurt, 48, have been separated since January, which is just under three years after her most recent cancer diagnosis in February 2020. Sources also told the…

Fennel-Spiced Roast Lamb and Vegetables SERVES 6 PREP & COOK 2 HOURS ■ 3 small red onions, quartered ■ 3 large carrots, cut into 3cm-thick batons ■ 1.25kg sebago potatoes, cut into 5cm pieces ■ 2kg leg of lamb ■ Steamed peas and gravy, to serve FENNEL SPICE RUB ■ ¼ cup vegetable oil ■ 4 cloves garlic, crushed ■ 3 tsps ground coriander ■ 3 tsps ground cumin ■ 3 tsps fennel seeds ■ 2 tsps sweet paprika 1 To make spice rub, combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well. 2 Place 1 tblsp of the spice rub, onions, carrots and potatoes in a large bowl. Toss to coat. 3 Rub remaining spice rub all over lamb. Place lamb in an oiled,…

Food Spicy Cantonese Chicken Fried Rice SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 25 MINS ■ 1 bunch baby pak choy (350g) ■ 1 barbecued chicken ■ 450g packet microwave long-grain white rice ■ 120g sachet Ready Sauce for Cantonese Chicken ■ ½ tsp dried chilli flakes ■ 1 cup frozen peas ■ 1 cup grated carrot ■ 2 eggs, lightly beaten ■ 3 green spring onions, thinly sliced, plus extra to garnish ■ 1 tblsp soy sauce 1 Trim pak choy stems. Rinse pak choy under cold water. Drain well. Pat dry with absorbent kitchen paper. Cut crossways into thin slices. 2 Remove and discard skin and bones from chicken. Tear meat into large pieces. 3 Heat rice according to packet directions. 4 Meanwhile, place chicken, sauce and chilli flakes in…

Advice EXPERT ADVICE FOR KEEPING YOUR FUR FRIEND HAPPY AND HEALTHY Problematic pets can be a big headache. Dogs who bark excessively, jump up, bite or destroy furniture for instance, can cause neighbour disputes, relationship stress, even divorce and family breakdowns. There can be conqsequences for the dog, too, who may end up being rehomed, shuffled from house to house, left in a shelter without a family, or even euthanised. All heartbreaking scenarios. WHEN TO ENLIST OUTSIDE HELP I encourage owners to get some outside help sooner rather than later when they feel there is a problem with their dog. It’s easy to dismiss things as ‘one off ’ or make excuses for your pet, but the best way to deal with a problem is to address it, rather than…

Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 Prepare to be spoilt rotten! And don’t feel embarrassed, birthday girl, you deserve it. Socially, your chart is flying, and the reappearance of old friends might feel like icing on the cake. Put chores or serious decisions on hold and reconnect with people you love. Lucky gemstone: Emerald Leo JUL 24 – AUG 23 You’re being swept into a whirl of activity, but don’t get carried away. Play your cards carefully or a brewing power struggle could force a rethink. On the upside, these fantasy-filled stars could turn a dream into reality. Take advantage and plan something special! Lucky numbers: 6, 9, 19, 27, 40, 41 Scorpio OCT 24 – NOV 22 Ready to take a leap? If tensions have been building on the…

Spotlight MASTERCHEF AUSTRALIA: SECRETS & SURPRISES Premieres Mon., May 1 at 7.30 pm on 10 And 10 Play For Andy Allen, working on the “well-oiled machine” that is MasterChef has been a whole lot of fun, thanks in large part to the “people in the production crew” who make it a “pleasure to walk in and out every day”. Entering its 15th season, this year the popular cooking show is serving up secrets and surprises aplenty – including Jamie Oliver taking part in the very first week! “He is the exact same bloke on and off the camera,” confirms Andy. There is more to come, however, as Andy spills that the winner of the top dish in the first challenge gets the biggest advantage ever seen in MasterChef…

Entertainment TIME AFTER TIME by Karly Lane After landing her dream job in London, Alice has to weigh up either following her career or mending her broken heart. OUT TUE. OBSESSION by Nicole Madigan Journalist Nicole dissects the psychology behind a stalker’s mindset, and the line between admiration and fixation. OUT TUE. ECHO LAKE by Joan Sauers Historian Rose McHugh discovers a roll of buried film and realises that there is a killer on the loose. As she begins to get closer to the truth, Rose is also making dangerous enemies. OUT TUE. THAT BLIGH GIRL by Sue Williams Can Mary be as calculating as her double-crossing father, Governor William Bligh, and fulfil her own ambitions? OUT TUE. HEARTBAKE by Charlotte Ree Throwing herself into her love of food during…

“I USED TO CALL IT THE NETBALL UNIFORM.”Russell Crowe reflects on his iconic Gladiator costume. “I’VE PAID FOR THOSE CHEEKBONES … THEY’RE CALLED FILLER!”Anthony Callea has no shame about his cosmetic enhancements! “I REMEMBER BEING VERY DISAPPOINTED BY MY FIRST BRA. I WANTED LEOPARD PRINT!”Instead, Rachel McAdams had to contend with a plain white bandeau top. “I’M OFFERING A BOUNTY FOR THE FIRST ONE TO GIVE US A GRANDKID.”Ray Romano is ready for the next branches to spring on his family tree. “WE CAN SCHLEP HER WHEREVER WE WANT!”Priyanka Chopra is so grateful her and Nick Jonas’ 1-year-old Malti is a good traveller already!…