Fleur Mealing

About Me

I am an experienced journalist, specialising in entertainment life and style and sport, based in London.

I studied a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism and Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Media and Communications at the University of Canterbury.

My work has been published by Stuff.co.nz, The Australian Women's Weekly NZ Edition, Woman's Day, New Zealand Woman's Weekly and the Otago Daily Times.

I am also currently the Founder and Editor Billienz.com, an online magazine for Kiwi Gen-Z.

Featured Work

The Australian Women's Weekly NZ Edition • 24th May 2019

A Christchurch Surgeon Describes What It Was Like To Be Working On The Day Of The Mosque Attacks

Christchurch surgeon Hayley Waller talks to Fleur Mealing about being at work on the
day of the horrific mosque attacks and her young son’s poignant message to his mum

The Australian Women's Weekly NZ Edition • 1st December 2018

Come All Ye Faithful

As churches around the country prepare to observe Christmas, Fleur Mealing celebrates the myriad ways in which Kiwis express their faith - and showcases their houses of worship.

Stuff • 6th June 2016

Christchurch's Ryan Yardley takes out Toyota 86 rookie of the year honours

Christchurch's Ryan Yardley is following in a long line of quality New Zealand motorsport drivers.

Stuff • 22nd May 2017

James Blunt traded Ed Sheeran ski lessons for songs

In the early hours of the morning in the Nevada desert, James Blunt knew it was time to mix things up.

Woman's Day • 18th September 2018

Shortland St Stars Ngahuia Piripi And Awhimai Fraser's Special Bond Over Te Reo Maori

Pop your head into a typical dressing room on the set of Shortland Street and you'll find castmates hanging out, learning lines or taking a quick nap. But there is one room where things are a little more exciting.

Woman's Day • 2nd December 2019

The Kiwi debate queen making history and championing te reo Maori

Ambitious 24-year-old Kahukiwi Piripi has her sights set on a career in the UN and it looks like she is well on her way.

Stuff • 25th May 2017

A day in the Life of a Shortland Street extra

Shortland St marked their 25th anniversary with a dramatic episode. We sent reporter Fleur Mealing on set as an extra to experience the carnage.

The Australian Women's Weekly NZ Edition • 23rd October 2019

Meet Three Kiwi Women Who Serve Their Country On Sea, Land And In The Air

Three Kiwi women share their experiences of working for New Zealand's army, navy and air force and through them we learn that New Zealand's defence forces are no longer the boys' clubs they once were. They are inclusive and supportive of working mothers, young women and those who have transitioned genders.