NEW IDEA EXCLUSIVE: ADA NICODEMOU: ‘I’M HAVING A BABY!’
In an exclusive interview and photo shoot with New Idea, Home and Away favourite Ada Nicodemou confirms she is expecting her first child via IVF with husband Chrys Xipolitas. ‘We are very blessed,’ says the 34-year-old actress of her happy news. ‘A baby is something we always wanted from the beginning.’ In a frank and heartwarming chat, Ada reveals all about her extraordinary IVF journey.

KATE AND PIPPA: SISTERS AT WAR
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and her pin-up sibling Pippa Middleton are no longer speaking over the younger sister’s plans to cash in on her fame with a money-spinning book deal. And with the Queen expressing her disapproval, tensions have only grown – with Kate forced to decide once and for all where her loyalty lies. ‘The Queen has always been conscious it is not wise to exploit royal connections for cash, especially in times of austerity,’ royal author Robert Jobson exclusively tells New Idea.

WHITNEY: A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO A LEGEND
Following the tragic passing of pop diva Whitney Houston, New Idea presents a moving tribute to the star – and a shocking investigation into the dramatic days that preceded her death. ‘Whitney’s last few days were a total haze,’ a source close to the star’s entourage exclusively reveals. With new details emerging of her out of control partying, New Idea also presents the most revealing and moving of her final interviews – as well as sensational new claims she may have been murdered over a reported $1.4 million drug debt.

REVENGE SPECIAL: LOVE SECRETS AND SCANDALS
Two million Australians tuned in to watch hot new show Revenge last week, and in a special report New Idea reveals that not all the drama and romance on set is scripted – with plenty more happening off screen! Our exclusive photos reveal co-stars Emily VanCamp and Josh Bowman are also romancing in real life, and we examine the plastic surgery controversy surrounding one of the show’s breakout stars.

‘WE’RE THE REAL LIFE RAFTERS!’
In an exclusive interview, Sydney couple Ross and Sandra Buckton reveal that their family were the model for Australia’s highest-rating TV show, Packed to the Rafters. Only they didn’t know until it was too late! ‘I held off telling them for a while because I didn’t want them to feel invaded,’ close family friend and Rafters creator Bevan Lee admits sheepishly. But retirees Ross, 70, and Sandra, 68, say they’re both honoured to be played by Erik Thomson and Rebecca Gibney. ‘Aren’t I the lucky one? I think she’s delightful’, Sandra tells New Idea.

NEW IDEA FOOD: CHOCOLATE TIRAMISU
As one of Australia’s most loved foods, New Idea showcases the ultimate tiramisu recipe as Sydney student takes on celebrity chef, Serge Dansereau.