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 How to catch a glimpse of the blood moon Women's safety advocate has windscreen smashed Green MP resigns in wake of abuse, threats Daughter jailed for life for killing mother Flammable projectiles thrown at gang pad NZDF seeking longer sentence for soldier Cop accused of helping Mama Hooch family cleared Museum faces cutting up to 30 roles Two stabbed in fight between driver and window washers Store manager attacked while restocking shelves Workers 'broken' by closure of sawmill Mssing man Aydan not seen for three weeks More Add a Comment Login or register to post comments.