Australian man dies on Everest base camp

An Australian man has died while trekking back from 
Everest base camp in Nepal.

The man became ill at the 5,380m (17,600ft) camp on Thursday night before experiencing breathing difficulties
 while descending the next day, Australian media reported.

The father of two had not attempted to reach the summit
 and was travelling with local Sherpa guides.

Australian consular officials are aware of his death.
"We stand ready to offer consular assistance," a spokeswoman for Australia's Department of Foreign
 Affairs and Trade told the media.

The man was travelling with three other Australians, the Herald ERICGOSSIP reported.

Ten people died during the last spring climbing season
 in the Himalayas, according to The Himalayan Database .