A court hears that a former Catholic bishop allegedly used alcohol-fuelled parties to groom young people and facilitate sexual abuse. Prosecutors say the bishop hosted gatherings in which alcohol was supplied, and that church funds were used to pay for aspects of these events. The jury is told that the alleged conduct involved targeting Aboriginal youths, with the parties described as a method to gain access to them. The case also involves allegations that the bishop sexually assaulted youths connected to these parties. The reporting from multiple outlets describes the same core claims presented to the jury, including the use of alcohol and alleged financial support from church resources as part of the alleged grooming process. Details beyond the allegations—such as the specific location, dates, or the bishop’s identity—are not provided in the excerpts supplied. The matter is ongoing, with the jury hearing evidence and arguments as part of the court proceedings.