The lotus symbolizes sacredness, longevity and beauty. A closed bud symbolizes the time before enlightenment, while a fully bloomed lotus represents full enlightenment.
While schools are responsible for ensuring a safe environment, parents are likely to be distressed and unsure about what to do if their child is being bullied.
The Victorian state elections will have a record 740 candidates contesting the 88 Legislative Assembly seats and 454 candidates in the Legislative Council seats.
