There've been no reports of injuries or damage.

The Japan Meteorological Agency said the 6.6 magnitude quake hit at 10.27 this morning local time, at a depth of 60 kilometres.

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Entertainment:
WWE chief Triple H has revealed that this year's Survivor Series theme song will be a charity tribute to Ozzy Osbourne 8:07

Business:
Our largest electricity gentailer is welcoming two major announcements for the energy sector 8:07

International:
Andrew Mountbatten Windsor summoned by US Congressional panel for questioning over ties to Jeffrey Epstein 8:07

Business:
The country's largest electricity "gentailer" is welcoming changes to the Government's 200-million dollar co-investment in gas 7:57

Environment:
Inaction on 1.5C climate change target a 'moral failure', says UN Secretary-General at COP30 7:47

Basketball:
Breakers guard Izaiah Brockington has relished the challenge of defending against five-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton in the 83-79 defeat to the Adelaide 36ers at Christchurch 7:47

Entertainment:
Diane Ladd has died at the age of 89 7:37

Law and Order:
The Police officer who led the investigation into the murder of Waimate man Anaru Moana is gutted his body hasn't been found 7:37

Rugby:
An improving picture for All Blacks captain Scott Barrett and his hopes of playing again on the grand slam tour 7:27

Law and Order:
Two off-license premises in the Central North Island town of Taihape have been caught selling alcohol to underage volunteers 7:17

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