From long-running television dramas to internationally recognised series, Fiona’s work reflects a deep commitment to character-driven storytelling, emotional depth, and stories that connect with audiences across generations.
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A Stan Original Series produced by Easy Tiger in association with Third Act Stories, Scrublands: Silver is the second instalment in the acclaimed Scrublands franchise, based on the bestselling book “Silver” by Chris Hammer.
Set in the coastal town of Port Silver, the series follows investigative journalist Martin Scarsden as he returns home, only to become entangled in a murder mystery that forces him to confront his past and the secrets of the town he once fled.
The series has been sold internationally, including to BBC (UK), RTÉ (Ireland), and Sundance Now (US & Canada).
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NCIS: Sydney season 3, on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+, 2025. Photo Credit: Daniel Asher Smith/Paramount+. For portfolio use only. No personal endorsement implied.
NCIS Sydney is an action-packed crime series following a joint NCIS–AFP task force as they tackle high‑stakes investigations involving naval personnel, maritime crime, and international security threats in Australia. Written with heart and humour, NCIS Sydney is available for streaming in Australia on Paramount+.
For more details on Episode 6 ‘Sucker Punch’ go to – NCIS Sydney Season 3 Episode 6 “Sucker Punch” – Photos & Episode Preview
One of Australia’s most iconic and longest-running television dramas, Home and Away follows the lives and relationships of the Summer Bay community.
Fiona has written over 270 episodes since joining the series in 1995, progressing from script assistant to a leading member of the script department. Her work spans decades of storytelling on the show, contributing to its continued success both locally and internationally.
Fiona joined Home and Away as a script assistant in 1995, where she developed her life-long love of television and stories. She wrote her first episode of Home and Away later that same year and went on to become:
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After several years freelancing, Fiona returned to an in-house role in 2016 where she became a leading member of the script department. She remained until 2022 when she left to undertake further education and complete a Master in Screen Business at AFTRS. Fiona continues to write for Home and Away on a freelance basis.
For more details about Home and Away and a list of the episodes Fiona has written see Back to the Bay – Fiona Kelly – Home and Away Cast and Crew
Watch Home and Away live on Channel Seven at 7pm Monday to Thursday, or stream it for free on 7 Plus – Watch Home and Away Online: Free Streaming & Catch Up TV in Australia | 7plus
A multi award-winning medical drama exploring the professional and personal lives of hospital staff.
Fiona was part of the original script department and remained with the series for over a decade, contributing as both script editor and writer.
Channel Seven’s multi award-winning medical drama All Saints explores the professional and personal lives of the doctors and nurses working in All Saints Western General Hospital. Originally set in Ward 17, the early years of All Saints focus on nun and Nursing Unit Manager, Sister Terri Sulivan (played by Georgie Parker), and her team as they deal with the ethical and emotional challenges of frontline nursing. The series later shifted to the highly paced emergency department and added a medical response unit.
Joining the script department of All Saints in its first year of production, Fiona remained with All Saints for most of the next eleven years, until its conclusion in 2009. She spent:
In 2008, Fiona was nominated for an Australian Writers’ Guild Award in the Television Series category for her screenplay for All Saints Episode 393 ‘Precious Moments’ (previously titled ‘Seconds’). Director, Tony Krawitz, won an Australian Director’s Guild Award for the same episode.
All Saints can be streamed for free on 7 Plus – Watch All Saints Online: Free Streaming & Catch Up TV in Australia | 7plus
A defining Australian television series, Neighbours explores life, relationships, and community in suburban Melbourne, reaching audiences worldwide.
A light-hearted drama centred on a family-run debt collection business, blending humour, romance, and case-based storytelling.
An animated children’s series following Blinky Bill and his friends on a global adventure, combining humour, action, and heartfelt storytelling.
Across every project, Fiona’s work is grounded in character, emotion, and collaboration. From long-running series to new productions, her focus remains on creating stories that connect, engage, and endure.
Fiona continues to develop original scripted projects across both feature film and television, while working as a freelance writer and script editor.
Her focus remains on creating compelling Australian stories that resonate with both local and international audiences.
Whether you’re developing a project, need a writer, or want script support, Fiona would love to hear from you.