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Daily Life 2016 Women of the Year shortlist
What you said about the Australian women who have inspired us with great change in 2016.
1/10
Labour MP Anne Aly: "A remarkable academic with a convoluted life experience and background whose voice, now more than ever, must be heard."Credit:Gavin Blue Photography
2/10
Constance Hall: "She inspires women to lift each other, focus on the positives, accept the negatives and laugh with each other."Credit:Instagram
3/10
Noni Hazlehurst: "She's been an amazing role model for girls and women over many generations. And she keeps it real - you know she's not just saying what you want to hear, she speaks the truth."Credit:Hugh Stewart
4/10
Linda Burney: "She's gracious and kind, but also an incredible fighter who has achieved so much and broken so many barriers."Credit:Alex Ellinghausen
5/10
AFL player Moana Hope: "For her breakthrough into AFL as well as her selfless caring for her sister."Credit:Getty Images
6/10
Felicity Ward: "For bringing mental health to people's attention with humour and warmth. Exposing her own anxiety and offering hope to others."Credit:Getty Images
7/10
Melanie Raymond: "For speaking truth to power - that homelessness needs systemic change, not safety pin solutions."Credit:Justin McManus
8/10
Julie Bishop: "She is a fine role model for all Australians, a good ambassador for our country and has reached high positions in politics and been able to stay there."Credit:Getty Images
9/10
Mariam Veiszadeh: Because in a world of haters, Mariam still stands up for her beliefs."Credit:Louie Douvis
10/10
Charlotte Caslick: "A pioneer for women's rugby. Absolute gem of a woman, doing her part in the media and inspiring young kids."Credit:Mark Metcalfe