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Every spring, I plan to have a lush garden full of colourful flowers and bountiful herbs. Every spring … I fail. My house plants are sad, the parsley is hanging on for dear life, and it’s a miracle if my seedlings are still alive by summer – which is

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been the ultimate celebrity golden couple since they confirmed their relationship in late 2023. However, last week, representatives for Travis, 34, had to deny rumours that the NFL champion has imminent plans to end

Sir Elton John insists he is on the mend after a “severe eye infection” left him partially blind in one eye. The ‘Rocket Man’ hitmaker, 77, shared the worrying health update on social media, explaining he’d been dealing with the issue privately, and

David and Victoria Beckham’s second son, Romeo, has forgone renewing his Premier League football contract with Brentford FC in order to re-enter the world of fashion! “Romeo has recently signed with a top fashion agent in Paris and has his sights se

Kate Ritchie appears to be in a good place with ex-husband Stuart Webb, as the former couple recently united at their daughter Mae’s soccer game. An eyewitness told New Idea that Kate “looked very happy and comfortable” as she and ex-rugby league pl

Denmark’s Crown Prince Christian has enjoyed his first solo royal engagement abroad at the Paris 2024 Paralympics! The 18-year-old travelled to France without his parents, King Frederik and Queen Mary, to meet members of Denmark’s team and watch some

After filing for divorce on their second wedding anniversary, Jennifer Lopez is continuing to take subtle – and not so subtle! – swipes at ex-husband Ben Affleck. The ‘Love Don’t Cost a Thing’ singer officially broke her silence on the split by shari

Rebecca Gibney used her recent whirlwind trip to New York City to have an overdue catch-up with long-time friend, Deborralee Furness! Rebecca shared photos of them hanging out on social media, calling Deb a “dish of a human”. The Packed to the Raft

Britney Spears is being pursued by a string of Hollywood ‘It’ actresses who desperately want to play the singer in an upcoming biopic based on her 2023 memoir, TheWomaninMe. “Britney’s phone has been blowing up nonstop with calls about the casting,”

For more than four decades, Dreamworld has promised to give its many visitors “happy memories that last a lifetime”. However, these days, the Gold Coast theme park is more remembered for its string of negative headlines, the latest of which involved

Only in New Idea From the get-go, Blockhead Paige and her carpenter fiancé Jesse were labelled the villains of this year’s The Block. Yet the young couple, who were constantly shown verbally attacking one another, insist that couldn’t be further from

Hope for a reconciliation between the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex might not be lost, amid news that the brothers’ Spencer relations are keen to broker the peace between them. The estranged siblings reunited on August 28 for the funeral of

The launch of the Duchess of Sussex’s lifestyle brand American Riviera Orchard has hit yet another sticky patch. A trademark application for the label has been denied, after the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) rejected the request o

Princess Charlotte has recently returned to Lambrook School in Berkshire to commence her Year Five studies, following the end of the summer holidays. Now, New Idea has learnt that the nine-year-old’s classmates have a very sweet nickname for their fe

Elle Macpherson made the shock revelation last week that she was diagnosed with breast cancer seven years ago. But she faced immediate backlash from the medical community by claiming she ignored the advice of 32 doctors and refused conventional medic

Angelina Jolie is quietly seething that her ex-husband, Brad Pitt, has emerged victorious in their Venice Film Festival showdown. Both stars had films playing at the famed festival – Ange in Maria, a biopic about opera singer Maria Callas, and Brad i

Juggling life at Australia Zoo and taking care of her gorgeous brood means Bindi Irwin’s hands are often very full. Now, the 26-year-old has opened up about the future of her family with husband Chandler Powell. The doting parents to adorable threeye

Settling in for a candid chat on the porch of his family’s sprawling 100-year-old farmhouse, James Blundell breaks into a warm smile. The country music great has invited New Idea to visit his gorgeous property near Stanthorpe, QLD, and is keen to fil

Keith Urban has his eyes wide shut over Nicole Kidman’s latest movie role. The actress stars in the upcoming erotic thriller, Babygirl. The film received a seven-minute standing ovation when it premiered at the recent Venice Film Festival, but one pe

Jess Lines still shudders as she recalls witnessing one of the worst things any parent can ever see. On December 8, 2022, Jess watched, helplessly, as her one-year-old son Ryan went into cardiac arrest. The youngster required 10 minutes of CPR to bri

After more than four decades at Channel Nine, Tracy Grimshaw has finally landed her first assignment for 60 Minutes. But while the respected journalist, 64, was met with a slew of congratulatory messages after sharing the news on social media, two o

Richard Wilkins and his girlfriend, Mia Hawkswell, have sparked talk they’ve secretly wed, just three months after they moved in together in Sydney! Richard, 70, and celebrity makeup artist Mia, 47, recently enjoyed a holiday in Italy alongside their

Kathryn Joy can vividly recall the moment they learnt the truth about the death of their mother, Carolyn. “My life was just always in the shadow of this horrible tragedy,” Kathryn says. “The story that I was told was that she’d done this awful thing

No-one could blame Jennifer Aniston for feeling a little love-cursed right now, as the still-single star has had to watch yet another of her exes find romance again! Last week, Jen’s second ex-husband, Justin Theroux, announced his engagement to actr

Luke McGregor readily confesses to New Idea that he had to confront a long list of fears to take part in The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. Luke 41, is competing with his mum, Julie, on the reality TV show – which meant sharing a hotel r

Going into the family business is a common career trajectory. But for seven-year-old Harpo, his work experience looks a little different from most. The schoolboy is officially a clown-in-training, after joining his parents on stage for their circus v

SERVES 4 PREP & COOK 30 MINS ■ 500g turkey mince ■ ⅓ cup packaged dried breadcrumbs ■ 4 green spring onions, finely chopped ■ 2 tblsps tomato chutney ■ 6 slices short cut bacon, cut into thin strips ■ 1 baby cos lettuce, coarsely shredded ■

SERVES 8 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 30 MINS ■ ½ packet (250g) sweet biscuits ■ 6 cinnamon doughnuts ■ 100g unsalted butter, melted ■ Cinnamon sugar and whipped cream, to decorate ■ 500g cream cheese, chopped ■ ⅓ cup caster sugar ■ 1 tblsp cornflour

New Idea Magazine newideamagazine or visit newidea.com.au/food SERVES 12-14 PREP & COOK 1 HOUR 35 MINS ■ ⅓ cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder ■ 375g unsalted butter, chopped, at room temperature ■ 2 cups firmly packed brown sugar ■ ¼ cup golden s

MAKES 6 PREP & COOK 25 MINS ■ 6 thick slices sourdough ■ ¾ cup drained, marinated feta (150g) ■ ¼ red onion, finely chopped ■ 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved ■ ⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved lengthways ■ ½ cup torn fresh basil leave

Fans of Pana Organic’s lush plant-free goodies can now head to the ice-cream aisle for frozen dessert sticks that will tick all their sweet-treat boxes. With mouth-watering flavours such as Almond, Hazelnut and Coco Crunch, these Aussiemade vegan and

As a family lawyer, I witness couples at their lowest moments and have practical insight into the behaviours that trigger stress and strain in a relationship. Being aware of these six relationship red flags – and getting help early on – can be crucia

There are few things quite as underrated in life as a good library. I haven’t been a lifelong devotee – I never went as a kid, but about 10 years ago I joined, and boy, have I made up for lost time. If you’ve got a reading habit like me – I reckon I

Be sure to set the mood with a gorgeous candle in a soothing scent Nothing says relaxation quite like a dip in the tub. Great for soothing tired muscles and enhancing the skin, fill yours with warm water and generously tip in some bath flakes or sal

Interior trends come and go, and as we enter a new season we're welcoming fresh themes and styles. But a trendy touch-up doesn't necessarily mean splashing out hundreds of dollars. Take your pick of four of the most affordable decor trends to help gi

When advising clients or purchasing for myself, I always consider these four essential features, which may surprise you: It must be practical and a place where you feel comfortable living. While an area might be desirable now, check there are no chan

Fri. 7pm on Channel 7 and in Better Homes and Gardens magazine every month. 62 The trick to a perfect lawn is as simple as mowing it more regularly. As the weather warms up and the lawn starts growing, make sure you mow it at least once a week. This

Touching down in Ho Chi Minh City can only be described as electrifying. From the minute you strut its main streets, there’s no suppressing its infectious vibrancy. The drifting smells of fresh pho and pork banh mi will be the only map you’ll need as

As Mercury spins into your sign, everything will speed up. Even your car might run faster (well, that’ll be your excuse) so watch out. Your hardest task might be sitting still, so burn off some fuel with lunchtime walks with chatty friends. There sho

Q Who is my male guardian angel that has visited me in recent dreams? And why is he giving me predictions about future events that happen in real life? – MIMI A Your male guardian angel is close by your side, and he wants to make his presence known

I really enjoyed reading about the charming and strong bond between Princess Kate and Pippa Middleton. Kate needs a support system like her sister, Pippa, so she can confide in her, now that her husband, Prince William, is leading an extra-busy life

Australia’s biggest dinner party is back for another season, and My Kitchen Rules judge Manu Feildel is as ready as he’s ever been. After nearly 15 years as part of the series, the 50-year-old star says there is a lot of laughter this season, as well

These competitive Victorian brothers and best mates are in it to win it. Tradie Rob, 38, and bar-owning Liam, 37, learnt to cook by helping their mum – who they say is “an absolute weapon in the kitchen”. Rob is a master of the grill, while Liam’s fo

Available to listen via Audible Chantelle Otten is chatting to New Idea from Paris. That the sexologist and counsellor is in the City of Love is appropriate – not because she’s there with her partner Dylan Alcott, but because she’s on Zoom to talk a

James McAvoy brings the thrills as one half of a couple who invites a family they’ve just met on holiday to spend a weekend at their country home. But all is not as it seems. IN CINEMAS THU. After becoming stranded on an uninhabited island, Roz the

by Raelke Grimmer Being a teenager is hard – just ask 15-year-old Emma. She’s struggling to deal with her grief over her mum’s death, an autism diagnosis, her dad’s nightmares and a changing friendship with her best mate. OUT NOW by Emma Lord Whe

1 Superhero series Superhero series Superhero series Boys The is getting a prequel show. What is it called ? A) The Kids B)Soldier On C) Vought Rising D) Gen A 2 What number is Aidan Gallagher’s character known by in The Umbrella Academy? A) Thi

Cuteness was on the menu as Selma stepped out for dinner in West Hollywood with her service dog, Scout. The actress supported her director husband, Justin Kurzel, as his film The Order premiered at the Venice Film Festival. Noemie and Jessica never t