On this day 27 years ago a 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit Newcastle. 13 people died. 9 of the deaths occurred inside the Newcastle Workers Club. Three people were crushed to death under collapsed awnings on Beaumont Street Hamilton. 160 people were injured. 50,000 buildings were damaged - About 80% of these were homes. The earthquake was felt up to 800kms from Newcastle. The earthquake epicentre was located at Boolaroo. www.7News.com.au #Newcastle #7News | 7NEWS Sydney

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48K views · 324 reactions | Can you believe it's been 32 years since the Newcastle Earthquake? This morning, on the anniversary, there's also been a tiny shake (in comparison!) in Muswellbrook - a 3.4 magnitude earthquake shook the area at 3:30am! Did you feel it?   | ABC Newcastle | Facebook

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49K views · 565 reactions | At 10.27am on Thursday, 28 December 1989, Newcastle was devastated by an earthquake measuring 5.6 on the richter scale. It was one of the most significant natural disasters in Australia's history. 30 years on. We remember. | City of Newcastle | Facebook