You are not permitted to download, save or email this image. Visit image gallery to purchase the image.By online online News National 0 Comments A magnitude 4.8 earthquake has struck off the coast of Kaikoura. GeoNet said the 79km-deep quake struck 145km east of Kaikoura at 4.55am. The quake was lightly felt in central New Zealand, according to GeoNet user reports. Related Stories Three charged over Gisborne rainbow crossing vandalism Murder charge after body found in burnt-out car Two injured in fiery North Island crash Lockdowns partly to blame for pupils' behaviour Cops collecting food donations for 'struggling' colleagues Chilly, unsettled start to holiday weekend Sushi shop owner found in 'pool of blood' 13 cars seized, three arrested at Chrome show One dead, one injured after assault on North Shore Person hit by vehicle in Christchurch dies Police treat painting over of rainbow crossing as hate crime Govt makes new pay offer to police More Add a Comment Login or register to post comments.