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Preheat oven to slow 150C degrees.
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Line a baking tray with baking paper.
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Draw a 20cm circle on the paper.
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Beat the egg whites in a large dry bowl until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add the sugar, beating well after each addition.
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Continue beating until the mixture is thick and glossy and the sugar has completely disolved.
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Spread meringue mixture onto tray inside the marked circle.
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Shape meringue by running a palette or flat-bladed knife up and down the edge of the meringue, making furrows around the side.
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This will strengthen the sides, stopping them from collapsing.
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Bake for 40 minutes.
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Turn the oven off and allow the meringue to cool completely in the oven.
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Whip the cream.
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Halve the strawberries and peel and slice the kiwifruit.
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Decorate pavlova with cream and fruit.
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Enjoy!