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Forensic Audit Targets Bulls’ $3,033.76 “HO rental” Grant Use

9/9/2026

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Macarthur Bulls A-League franchise used Football in Schools grant money, including a $3,033.76 BPAY, to rent a luxury apartment complex.
The $6 million Football in Schools grant is under a parliamentary inquiry.
McGrathNicol will conduct a forensic audit of the club’s expenditures.
The BPAY payment was logged as “HO rental” to Lateral Residences in early 2024.
Secretary Murat Dizdar rejected the club’s claim, noting audit edits only changed capital letters and wording.

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Story summary

Macarthur Bulls A-League franchise used Football in Schools grant money, including a $3,033.76 BPAY, to rent a luxury apartment complex.
The $6 million Football in Schools grant is under a parliamentary inquiry.
McGrathNicol will conduct a forensic audit of the club’s expenditures.
The BPAY payment was logged as “HO rental” to Lateral Residences in early 2024.
Secretary Murat Dizdar rejected the club’s claim, noting audit edits only changed capital letters and wording.