Strong magnitude 4.6 earthquake hits near Ruatōria

Monday 28 July 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Mon 28 Jul 2025, 1:56pm

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A magnitude 4.6 earthquake struck near Ruatōria in the Gisborne region on Monday afternoon. The shallow quake, which occurred at a depth of between 8km and 9km, was felt by over 100 people. The National Emergency Management Agency confirmed there is no tsunami threat.

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1. StuffMon 28 Jul 2025, 1:40pm

   ‘Strong’, shallow earthquake hits East Coast (opens in new tab)

2. RNZMon 28 Jul 2025, 1:50pm

   'Strong', shallow 4.6 earthquake rattles East Coast (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldMon 28 Jul 2025, 1:56pm

   East Coast earthquake: Magnitude 4.6 shake hits near Ruatōria (opens in new tab)