Holly Wainwright

Once you have kids, they say, a holiday is really just a relocation. Same stresses and problems, different space. A cramped hotel room, perhaps.

Kate Bland can't imagine doing what I do. By the time I sit at my desk and crack open one of the five apps my colleagues are messaging me

For me, sobbing in a tent was the first sign. Not unreasonable, of course. Camping is bullsh*t.

Dear Holly, Like almost every parent I've ever met, I'm worried about my kid's resilience.

Do they only deserve our respect and empathy if their addiction proves fatal?

So, I wrote a dickhead list. I was inspired by Kasey Chambers (yes, that Kasey Chambers), who has just published a book called Just Don't

Dear Santa — make it stop. I mean. You must be sick of it, too.

Dear Holly, My son is heading into Year 12 next year. He's a good kid, hasn't been in trouble and is doing okay at school.

A gift guide for MIDs.

Two weeks in, and 2025 is shaping up to be the year of backing the f*ck off.