 Mauboy is also inspired by fellow Indigenous Australian women such as Olympic gold medalist Cathy Freeman and actress Deborah Mailman.Mauboy is known for her good girl image and is considered a role model to young girls and Indigenous communities in Australia.Ed Gibbs of "The Sydney Morning Herald" described her as a "wholesome girl-next-door", while Holly Richards of "New Idea" noted that she "is renowned for her squeaky-clean image and family values."