Bullying issue to the frontline

Ian Thorpe is tackling bullying in a new TV series, and he wants to hear from you.
Olympian and former Young Australian of the Year Ian Thorpe OAM will host a confronting new series aimed at tackling the issue of bullying by taking audiences to the frontline.
The aim of the new series, The Bully Project, is to examine the causes, context and consequences of bullying in Australia today.
Ian is encouraging members of the public aged 14 to 18 years of age to get in touch to take part in the project which is being carried out with the support of ReachOut.
“More than a quarter of school children in Australia claim to have been bullied on a regular basis which is unacceptable,” Ian said.
“I’m passionate about shining a light on this issue.
“I have some personal experience around the issue of bullying, so I want to share my insights to help Australian kids.”
Lune Media managing director Leonie Lowe said she believed the project would generate comment and debate among the public.
“It will bring to light an issue that is widely known about but rarely understood, while at all times protecting the rights and welfare of all those involved,” she said.
If you live in Queensland, and you or your child is being bullied or know someone who is, head to stopbullying.tv to find out more.
If you need to talk to someone right now, you can head to ReachOut.com or call the Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800.