The 8.1 magnitude quake was 17-kilometres deep.

Local authorities are currently assessing the possibility of a tsunami.

There's currently no warning for New Zealand.

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Environment:
MetService has updated its weather warnings for the South Island and issued extra wind watches for Marlborough and Christchurch 16:47

Rugby:
The return of Cam Roigard from a foot fracture headlines 13 players released by the All Blacks to NPC duty this weekend 16:37

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Rugby League:
The Melbourne Storm's hopes of advancing to the NRL grand final have been given a major boost, with halfback Jahrome Hughes returning to training following a fractured forearm 16:17

Basketball:
Early adversity for the Breakers ahead of their Australian NBL season-opener against the Brisbane Bullets in Auckland on Friday 16:17

Law and Order:
Man admits he claimed to be Charlie Kirk gunman so real suspect could flee 16:07

Entertainment:
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Entertainment:
The Studio made history at this year's Emmy Awards with an astonishing 13 wins 15:31

Christchurch:
A person's been flown to Christchurch Hospital, in a moderate condition, after strong winds blew a small truck over onto an oncoming car, west of Ashburton, just after 1pm 15:27

Entertainment:
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