A moderate earthquake struck eastern Bay of Plenty on Wednesday morning, but police say there have been no reports of damage.
The 5.2-magnitude quake occurred at 8am. It was recorded 80km north of Whakatane at a depth of 130km.
1 Apr 2010
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