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Victorian 2021 earthquake caused by hidden fault in the Earth's crust, researchers say

The 2021 quake was felt through Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide and Launceston.

Scientists say the largest earthquake ever recorded in Victoria was caused by a previously unknown fault line deep within the Earth's crust.

The magnitude-5.9 earthquake — which struck in September 2021 — was centred near the tiny town of Woods Point, about 130 kilometres east of Melbourne.

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