Earthquakes in Australia
266 earthquakes (M4+) recorded in Australia between 2005-2025. Data from USGS.
Total Earthquakes
266
Significant (M6+)
2
Maximum Magnitude
6.6
Avg Magnitude
4.5
Significant Events by Year
2019
1
2016
1
1997
1
1988
3
1979
1
1968
1
1941
2
Significant Earthquakes (10)
| Mag | Location | Depth | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.6 | 198 km W of Cable Beach, Australia | 10.0 km | Jul 14, 2019 |
| 6.0 | 116 km WSW of Yulara, Australia | 10.0 km | May 20, 2016 |
| 6.3 | 161 km NNE of Derby, Australia | 10.0 km | Aug 10, 1997 |
| 6.7 | 38 km WSW of Tennant Creek, Australia | 5.0 km | Jan 22, 1988 |
| 6.3 | 33 km WSW of Tennant Creek, Australia | 5.0 km | Jan 22, 1988 |
| 6.3 | 46 km WSW of Tennant Creek, Australia | 5.0 km | Jan 22, 1988 |
| 6.1 | 104 km NNE of Northam, Australia | 6.0 km | Jun 2, 1979 |
| 6.5 | 40 km ENE of Northam, Australia | 11.2 km | Oct 14, 1968 |
| 6.3 | Northern Territory, Australia | 15.0 km | Jun 27, 1941 |
| 6.2 | 157 km NNW of Melville, Australia | 15.0 km | Apr 29, 1941 |