Australia’s Next Top Model finalists

High school students Melissa Juratowitch (16) Shanali Martin (16) and Nyadak ‘Duckie’ Thot (17), were last night named as the three finalists who will compete for the 2013 title of Australia’s Next Top Model.

Host Jennifer Hawkins said “I think we’ve nailed it this year and given Australia a wonderfully diverse group of girls to choose from. All three are so gorgeous yet they all possess their own stunning, distinctive look. We decided early this season that we wanted to discover a model whose look would set them apart internationally and be able to work all over the world. Without a doubt we’ve achieved that and each of these girls has the potential for a hugely successful career in modeling.”

The winner will be announced live Tuesday September 24 at 7.30pm on FOX8 at The Star, Sydney, as Hawkins is joined by Charlotte Dawson, Alex Perry, Didier Cohen, and the top 15 finalists.

Also appearing on the night will be UK act Rudimental and a performance by Cirque du Soleil.

Voting is now open at www.facebook.com/AustraliasNextTopModel or online at www.fox8.tv and closes at 7.45pm (AEST) on Tuesday September 24.