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Do you ever get home after a busy day and realise you have absolutely no idea what to make for dinner? This is me most evenings – however, thanks to the New Idea test kitchen, that’s about to change. We asked our talented cooks to put together extra

Suri Cruise was seen breaking down during an emotional phone call on the streets of New York City last week. The 18-year-old daughter of Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise sobbed and raised her hand to her head while talking on her phone. After the call end

Noni Hazlehurst is set to release her memoir in October, with a statement promising it will reveal a “truthful” life story that is “clear-eyed about the world”. These teasers for the new book, titled Dropping the Mask, have given rise to speculation

George and Amal Clooney’s friendship with former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern is still going strong. Last week, the Hollywood actor and his human rights lawyer wife hosted guests for a boat tour in Lake Como, Italy before they disembarke

Lisa Curry could soon be shopping for a wedding outfit – as it looks like her son, Jett, is set to marry his girlfriend Lily Brown. The couple sparked engagement buzz during their recent Hawaii vacation, but had yet to confirm anything at press time.

He hasn’t called Australia home for several decades, but George Lazenby is still flying the flag for his native country. He stepped out wearing a 2018 Australian Open T-shirt in Santa Monica recently. The outing came shortly after the 84-year-old a

Zac Efron’s loved ones are pleading with him to be careful when it comes to his partying, amid fears the actor could suffer a similar fate to his late friend Matthew Perry. Zac, 36, had to be pulled out of a swimming pool after partying with pals in

Young love is in the air for Sam and Snežana Wood’s eldest daughter, Eve Markoski, and Collingwood AFL player Ben Silvagni. Following news of their romance, the couple were seen grabbing a coffee as they took Ben’s Labrador, Lenny, for a walk in the

Grieving loved ones of the victims killed in the Wieambilla police shooting have spoken out for the first time, as the inquest into the merciless deaths continues. “Our collective heart remains broken beyond repair,” Judy McCrow shared outside Brisba

Harry recently participated in the ITV documentary Tabloids on Trial. But the program was soundly beaten in the ratings by a show about air safety. “It seems the public appetite for his complaints is waning,” a royal expert told New Idea. Harry and

Success can be a double-edged sword – just ask Hugh Jackman. With Deadpool & Wolverine soaring up the box-office charts, the Aussie star is in hot demand, with everyone wanting a piece of him. While Hugh hung up his retractable claws after 2017’s Log

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese last week revealed radical Australians are embracing a “more diverse set of extreme ideologies” after the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation warned of an increased chance of a terror attack in Australia. Th

Samantha Armytage has announced she is leaving Channel Seven after 21 years when her contract expires in October, but that doesn’t mean she’s giving up on her TV career altogether. New Idea hears that Sam has every intention of continuing to work in

Only in New Idea Jayne Azzopardi has begun her tenure as Brooke Boney’s replacement on Today, and sources within Channel Nine say the new gig has been “a long-time coming”. The political journalist joined Nine 15 years ago. Last year, Jayne was tappe

Sarah Abo has just returned from covering her first Olympic Games, but there’s no putting her feet up! The Todayco-host will be at the TV Week Logie Awards this Sunday, where she’ll take to the stage as a presenter. It’s shaping up to be a major nigh

If anyone had told Karen Brownlie she would be the face of August in a nude calendar, she would have laughed hysterically. But that was before she heard about the shock closure of the Currawarna Assisted Living centre in her hometown of Bombala, NSW,

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are reportedly just days away from announcing their divorce. And if that proves to be true, the Hollywood actor will return to his bachelor life sporting a brand-new look. Ben, who turns 52 on Thursday, turned heads las

There is a dark cloud hanging over the premiere week of The Block’s milestone 20th season, as an old feud between hosts past and present rears its ugly head. Original host Jamie Durie reportedly has designs to take back his old job when his replaceme

Furniture designer Courtney, 32, and landscape development manager Grant, 29, are sure to shock with some of their fights. But the Sydneysiders, who married three years ago, always kiss and make up when they clash over their Mediterranean style. Best

Hope is a dangerous thing. In the 30 years since Anthea Bradshaw’s horrific unsolved murder, it’s a sentiment her family have sadly come to accept. “Our lives are on hold. It’s not got any better since it happened in 1994,” Anthea’s brother Craig, 58

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You could call it the perfect job: being paid to sit and watch TV, and pass comment on it. So it comes as no surprise that the longest-serving cast members of Gogglebox Australia don’t plan on turning off their tellies anytime soon. The series return

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s son Pax was involved in a terrifying road accident on an e-bike last week, leaving Hollywood horrified. Pax, 20, was hospitalised and taken to the ICU following an accident on July 29 when he was reportedly riding an e-

Matilda Ledger might be all grown-up, but she’s not too old to hold hands with her mum, Michelle Williams! The close-knit pair enjoyed a girls’ day out in New York recently. With 18-year-old Matilda, who is the spitting image of her late dad Heath Le

Nicole Kidman once revealed that Sunday Rose, her oldest daughter with Keith Urban, dreamt of being a director. Now, it appears the 16-yearold is set on stepping in front of the camera! Hitting the red carpet at an A-list Omega event with her mum d

Most people would do anything for their grandchildren, but John Harb is taking his devotion to his family one step further – literally. The granddad is preparing to run 4000 kilometres from Perth to Sydney to raise money for Sydney’s Royal Hospital f

SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 30 MINS ■ 500g packet diced butternut pumpkin ■ 1 tsp dried thyme leaves ■ 2 x 27cm round pizza bases ■ 1 cup roasted red capsicum (150g), thickly sliced ■ 200g tub bocconcini, drained, torn ■ ½ cup caramelised onion 1 He

Make filling up to one day ahead. Keep covered in fridge. Find 10-packs of croissants in supermarkets. SERVES 6-8 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 35 MINS ■ 9 x 50g croissants (see Tip) ■ Mixed salad leaves and lemon wedges, to serve FILLING ■ 2 x 250g packe

Eleanor is an active 78-yearold pensioner living in Mark wood, Victoria. Eleanor loves to do crafts, creating beautiful dolls, knit and tapestry. She enjoys life with her dogs, which brings her the companionship from loosing her late husband and also

SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 20 MINS ■ 330g packet garlic ciabatta ■ 1 red onion, halved, thinly sliced ■ 1 red capsicum, chopped ■ 2 cloves garlic, crushed ■ 500g lean beef mince ■ 350g jar Roasted Vegetables Stir Through Sauce ■ ¼ cup tomato paste

SERVES 8 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 10 MINS ■ Melted butter, for greasing ■ Flour, for dusting ■ 410g can pear slices in juice, drained ■ 2¼ cups self-raising flour ■ 1½ tsps cinnamon ■ ½ tsp ground nutmeg ■ ¾ cup caster sugar ■ 2 tsps chopped fresh

SERVES 10 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 10 MINS ■ 175g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature ■ 1 cup caster sugar ■ 1 tblsp finely grated lemon rind ■ 4 eggs, lightly beaten ■ 1½ cups self-raising flour ■ ½ cup plain flour ■ ½ cup Greek yoghurt,

Clear your countertop of annoying clutter with these unique handcrafted Paper High bowls. Ideal to use as storage bowls, a home for your keys or simply as decorative pieces to brighten up your kitchen, they’re made from 100 per cent recycled newspape

Most of us are guilty of a quick scroll through social media or a round of Candy Crush on our phones before bed. And, while it might seem like a relaxing way to end the day, experts warn it’s actually the opposite. “LED lights from our computers, fla

So many people, from singles to families, ask for a low-maintenance dog that doesn’t bark, has minimal behavioural issues, few medical problems, fits into the budget, doesn’t eat much, can be left alone, won’t bite and is good with children. My answe

Stick to a neutral palette for the base of your outfits. Then, add in navy, red and light khaki pieces to nail that effortlessly cohesive style the French do so well. As a culture that walks and bikes around their busy cities, comfort is key when it

If there’s one thing we’ve noticed over recent years, it’s that experimental at-home beauty treatments have become a phenomenon thanks to social media, and dermaplaning is leading the charge. But what exactly is it? Dermaplaning is the act of using a

Embarking on a big renovation journey can be exciting but it can also be tricky to navigate (especially if it’s your first time). Luckily ex The Block contestants and interior experts Kyal and Kara Demmrich know a thing or two about a home reno. To m

One of my favourite places in the world is a little bay on the Greek island of Symi. We usually stay in the main harbour, a gorgeous spot bustling with travelling yachts, local tour boats and fishing vessels. From there, we venture to a little town c

■ NAME: Delphinium (Delphinium elatum) ■ HEIGHT: Can grow up to 2m tall, however there are dwarf varieties available that grow to around 60cm. ■ CLIMATE: Delphiniums prefer moist, cool summers. Their stems are hollow, so they fall over if it’s t

Here’s an interesting statistic: 80 per cent of the planet is affected by light pollution. Also, a third of the earth’s inhabitants cannot see the Milky Way. It’s little wonder then that stargazing and getting out into what are called ‘dark sky place

Feeling fired up? With emotions flaring, run-ins with loved ones or colleagues could be on the cards, but letting things out might feel therapeutic. Extra walks (or a good boogie on the dance floor!) might help you to destress, but don’t forget to wa

– LOLO A You have positive things coming up for you – all of the hard work you have been doing is starting to blossom. Think of the next two years as a time of planting seeds, focusing on your goals coming to fruition. In two years’ time you will be

Editorial Director Erin Holohan, Editor Karleigh Smith, Deputy Editor Leigh Credlin, Art Director Sarah Hadnam, Picture Editor Matthew Mackay, Lifestyle Director Claire Isaac Chief Executive Officer Jane Huxley, Director of Sales Andrew Cook, Directo

We had the pleasure of being a foster carer for a Seeing Eye Dog called Mackenzie. My daughter Mackenzie loved the choice of name, though there were a few times of confusion when calling their name! If you have ever considered fostering a Seeing Eye

Had you asked Casey Donovan just a few months ago if she ever envisioned herself wearing a nun’s habit on stage, she would have replied: “Certainly bloody not!” But these days, the proud Gumbaynggirr and Dunghutti woman and First Nations artist is si

First look! Is it a bird? Is is a plane? Nope – it’s Will Reeve following in his late father Christopher’s footsteps and flying onto the set of the new Superman film. Superman: Legacy hits screens in 2025, with David Corenswet donning the famous cap

by Sarah Seltzer Alt-rocker Emma has her sights set on a music deal, but after learning a secret about her mother Judie – a 1960s folk legend who walked away from it all at the height of her fame – her career is threatened. OUT TUE. by Rebecca God

1 The final of the UEFA Euro 2024 was contested between which two teams? A) England and Spain B) Portugal and France C) Germany and Italy D) Netherlands and Austria 2 Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour will have played concerts in how many countries w

The Morning Show co-host wasn’t too happy to see David Koch after his AFL team, Port Adelaide Power, thrashed her beloved Sydney Swans! The Married At First Sight bride, her husband Cameron Merchant and their eldest son Oliver are all smitten with ne