Inspirational women honoured at Australian of the Year awards

The winners of the 2021 Australian of the Year awards are all women from diverse backgrounds. A young woman who advocates for sexual assault survivors, an Aboriginal elder dedicated to cultural independence and education, a social entrepreneur helping women access personal hygiene products and a migrant woman helping others in distress and isolation.

2021 Australian of the Year winner Grace Tame during the 2021 Australian of the Year Awards ceremony. Source: AAP