Podcast
How do we tackle bullying beyond the school gates?
SCU Buzz
Southern Cross University
11/08/2025
Appears in Recent Faculty of Education Publications
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Abstract
In this episode of the SCU Buzz podcast, Dr Vanessa Miller and Dr Tony Yeigh from Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Education examine the evolving challenge of bullying in the digital age. With smartphones and social media, bullying extends beyond the schoolyard, affecting students’ mental health, engagement, and wellbeing. The episode explores the covert nature of cyberbullying, its impact on students, and why traditional school-based interventions are insufficient. Dr Miller and Dr Yeigh provide expert recommendations for addressing this national issue, including adopting a whole-school approach, integrating social-emotional learning, and developing clear, well-communicated anti-bullying policies. They emphasize the importance of creating a culture where students feel safe to report incidents. The discussion draws on national data, including the Headspace National Youth Mental Health Survey 2020, highlighting the prevalence of cyberbullying and the urgent need for consistent, evidence-based strategies to protect young people.
The musical introduction to this podcast was written and performed by Alako Myles.
Details
- Title
- How do we tackle bullying beyond the school gates?
- Creators
- Vanessa Miller Dr - Southern Cross UniversityTony Yeigh Dr - Southern Cross University
- Contributors
- Chloe SCU Buzz Host (Interviewer) - Southern Cross University
- Publication Details
- SCU Buzz
- Publisher
- Southern Cross University
- Format
- Audio
- Identifiers
- 991013330528202368
- Academic Unit
- Faculty of Education
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Podcast