Ambrose 'Ambie' McMullen (59), originally from Co Cavan: died in an explosion at a mine in New South Wales, Australia. An Irish man has been killed in an explosion at a mine in Australia. Ambrose “Ambie” McMullen (59), originally from Cootehill, Co Cavan, was one of three people caught up in the blast. A woman in her early 20s was also killed, while another woman of a similar age was injured. Ambie was a lovely man – great fun and craic and we enjoyed manys the night out.

Source: The Irish Times October 29, 2025 17:14 UTC