The Tasmanian court has delivered its verdict in the highly publicized case surrounding the tragic jumping castle incident at Hillcrest Primary School in Devonport. Rosemary Gamble, owner of Taz-Zorb and the operator responsible for setting up the inflatable on that fateful December 2021 day, has been acquitted of all workplace safety charges.

The court ruled that the prosecution failed to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt. Magistrate Robert Webster, presiding over the Devonport Magistrates Court, delivered the not-guilty verdict on June 6th, stating, “I found the charge is not proven. It is dismissed. Ms Gamble, you are free to go.”

The incident, which resulted in the heartbreaking deaths of six children during an end-of-year school celebration, sent shockwaves through the community and sparked intense scrutiny of safety regulations surrounding inflatable structures. Ms. Gamble maintained her innocence throughout the legal proceedings, denying any negligence in meeting her health and safety responsibilities.

This verdict marks the conclusion of a significant legal chapter in this devastating tragedy, though the emotional impact on the families and the community continues. The case undoubtedly raises ongoing questions about workplace safety standards and the need for rigorous oversight in similar events.