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WorldMagnitude 4.8 earthquake hits Victoria, tremors felt across Melbourne

A preliminary magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck near Leongatha in Victoria at 2.01am on Saturday, about 130km south-east of Melbourne. Thousands of people reported feeling tremors across Melbourne and the surrounding region. Authorities said there was no tsunami threat.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-10-02 19:57Original

Magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits Victoria, tremors felt across Melbourne
Magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits Victoria, tremors felt across MelbourneWorld