Macarthur Bulls spent school clinic funds on luxury apartments

The Macarthur Bulls misused school program funds for luxury apartments and dining costs.

Why it mattersMisuse of school program funding threatens the success of the Football in Schools initiative. It also damages public trust in how sports bodies handle government grants.

AustraliaThe scandal affects NSW education funding and may influence how much public money goes to sports programs in Australian schools going forward.

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Beaumont Street Hamilton suspect set to enter plea

Teelah Cooper will enter a guilty or not guilty plea within two weeks.

Why it mattersAfter nearly two years of court delays, one accused finally entering a plea moves the case forward. This brings the case closer to answers for the victim's family.