Tributes paid to Donegal man who died in Australia

Tributes have been paid to a Donegal man who died in an accident in Australia this week.

Barry Breslin, a native of Straleel, Kilcar sustained serious head injuries when a piece of equipment reportedly fell and was taken by ambulance to Royal Perth Hospital, where he died a short time later.

The late Mr Breslin, who was in his thirties is survived by his fiancée Melissa, son Tommy, parents Seamus and Mary and brothers Owen and Shane.

Local Fine Gael Councillor Manus Boyle says his loss has caused widespread sadness and shock to the local community.