McAuliffe clan 'chieftain' who paid to restore Newmarket building finds his way home

Sadly, John Paul McAuliffe died before he could see the finished project of converting a building into a new multi-use centre for the town

John Paul McAuliffe (pictured) donated monies for the Christ Church in Newmarket which has been refurbished as an Arts, Cultural and Language community centre. Picture; Eddie O'Hare

The family of a County Cork man who emigrated to Australia has brought his ashes back to rest in a building in his native town which he spent €1.25m converting into a multi-use centre for the community.

Unfortunately, John Paul McAuliffe, died three weeks ago in Sydney and was unable to see the finished product in Newmarket for himself. He was due to attend this weekend’s international McAuliffe clan gathering which is taking place in the town.