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24 Feb 2026 17:40
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    A very deep 6.9 magnitude quake has rattled the country's South about 2.45pm

    A very deep 6.9 magnitude quake has rattled the country's South about 2.45pm



    The shake centred 140 kilometres south-west of Tuatapere in Southland - at a depth of 100 kilometres.

    Geonet has classed it as a strong earthquake.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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     Today's News

    		 Living & Travel:
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     Entertainment:
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     Rugby League:
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     Entertainment:
    Timothy Busfield has pleaded not guilty to charges of criminal sexual contact of a minor and child abuse 16:51

     Entertainment:
    Gabourey Sidibe's husband Brandon Frankel has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer 16:21

     Business:
    Mercury's putting a surge in revenue down to improved hydro-conditions - and lower operating costs 16:17

     Motoring:
    Violent aftermath of Mexico’s ‘El Mencho’ killing follows pattern of other high-profile cartel hits 16:07

     International:
    For some families, the social media ban has made things harder. Here's why 16:07

     Rugby League:
    The Warriors are adamant Mitchell Barnett will see out the 2026 NRL season with them before he heads home early 15:57

     Entertainment:
    Liza Minnelli claims she was "ordered" to use a wheelchair when presenting with Lady Gaga at the 2022 Academy Awards 15:51

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