Fun, Fearless Friday

The women who inspire us all...

I was lucky enough recently to interview two amazing women who have inspired the nation – albeit in really different ways. While speaking to Julia Gillard, Australia’s first female Deputy Prime Minister (look for that story in an upcoming issue) I couldn’t help thinking why it took Australia so long to elect a woman as our DPM. But then, it probably means we are not far off from getting a female PM. How incredible would that be?

Then, I met the courageous and beautiful Lauren Huxley, 21. Lauren survived a vicious attack in her home, but that’s not why she’s so special. Her graciousness, sense of humour and gorgeous nature have made her someone to look up to and admire.

Who do you admire? Maybe it’s your mum, a friend or someone famous. Not sure? Have a think – and let us know. You could win two tickets to the fabulous Cosmopolitan Fun, Fearless Female Women of the Year Awards party on September 16 just by voting online for your favourites and then telling us who you look up to.

Who do I admire? The 30 talented, creative, strong and fabulous Australian women who are finalists in this year’s awards. They range from the exuberant Triple M radio host Fifi Box and down-to-earth TV presenter Jen Hawkins to Lauren and Julia – among plenty more amazing women.

How will we pick a winner from this talented bunch? We won’t – that’s your job! All you have to do is pick up the latest Cosmo (onsale Monday, July 7), go online and vote for one finalist in each of the nine categories.

Not only might you get to attend our awards nights – you also get the satisfaction of helping your favourite fun, fearless female win one of the awards. So, get voting…!