Coronial inquiry into Devonport school jumping-castle disaster scheduled for September
A coronial inquest into the Hillcrest Primary School jumping-castle accident will commence next month, hearing will span four days in Devonport.
The inquiry follows a tragic incident during Hillcrest Primary School's end-of-year celebrations when a sudden gust lifted the inflatable castle, causing six children to die and three others to sustain serious injuries. Court officials confirmed that the first series of hearings will be held over four days in Devonport. The proceedings aim to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal wind event.
Why it matters
The inquest seeks answers for a deadly school accident, impacting community safety and grieving families.
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