On December 16, 2021, a tragic incident at Hillcrest Primary School in Devonport resulted in the deaths of six children and serious injuries to three others during end-of-year celebrations.

The prosecutor described how a sudden wind gust, likened to a 'mini-tornado', lifted the jumping castle and tossed it approximately 75 meters across the school oval.

The deceased children were identified as Zane Mellor, Peter Dodt, Jalailah Jayne-Maree Jones, Addison Stewart, Jye Sheehan, and Chace Harrison.

Five of the six children died from falling injuries, while one was struck by an electrical blower during the chaotic event.

Rosemary Gamble, the operator of Taz-Zorb, is facing accusations of failing to comply with health and safety duties, having allegedly used only four pegs to secure the castle instead of the required number.

Prosecutor Wilson noted that the pegs used did not meet Australian safety standards, which require a minimum diameter of 16 millimeters, raising concerns about their reliability.

Gamble downloaded a brief document from East Inflatables' website, but no comprehensive manual was provided to her at the time of purchase in 2015.

Gamble's defense lawyer argued that she had received assurances from the manufacturer regarding compliance with safety standards and claimed the manufacturer provided inadequate documentation.

Gamble's defense contended that the unexpected nature of the wind gust could not have been anticipated, suggesting that even with proper anchoring, the outcome may have been the same.

Witnesses reported seeing the castle spin and lift several meters into the air before crashing down, leading to the fatalities and injuries of the children.

Forensic images presented in court showed blood stains on the castle, indicating the severity of the incident.

The court hearing is expected to conclude on November 15, 2024, as the case continues to unfold.