Hope jumping castle tragedy inquest can deliver reform

Nearly five years have passed since Georgie Burt's son Zane Mellor tragically died at Hillcrest Primary School in Tasmania. On December 16, 2021, a mini-tornado lifted Zane and other children from a jumping castle, causing him to fall and die. The inquest is examining the castle's setup by Taz-Zorb, safety standards, and potential education department shortcomings.

Zane's mother, Ms Burt, has been seeking answers and reform. Taz-Zorb operator Rosemary Gamble was cleared of criminal workplace safety breaches, and the inquest heard the wind conditions were not severe enough to cause the tragedy. Families are eager for answers and hope for better protocols and potential law changes.