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Story summary
- A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck near the Cadia Gold Mine in central-west New South Wales on April 14, 2026, at 8:20 PM AEST.
- It was the largest quake recorded in the area and was felt across Sydney and Wollongong.
- Geoscience Australia confirmed the quake struck at a depth of five kilometers.
- Mine operators stated safety protocols were effective.
- Aftershocks are anticipated but expected to be minor.
