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#HunterArchives Remember when Newcastle rocked 🤟🎼 in support of those affected by the earthquake? | ABC Newcastle

NEWCASTLE EARTHQUAKE #OnThisDay 28 December 1989, a 5.6 magnitude earthquake hit Newcastle. 13 people died. 9 of the deaths occurred inside the Newcastle Workers Club. Three people were crushed to death under collapsed awnings on Beaumont Street Hamilton. 160 people were injured. 50,000 buildings were damaged - About 80% of these were homes. The earthquake was felt up to 800kms from Newcastle. The earthquake epicentre was located at Boolaroo. 🎥 7 News | I Grew Up in Mortdale 2223