Authorities warn Victorians to brace for aftershocks following 5.9 quake

Earthquake damage in Melbourne

Earthquake damage in Melbourne Source: SBS Irina Burmistrova

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The magnitude 5.9 quake is the largest in the state's history, but there were no reports of deaths or injuries and structural damage has been described as "minor".

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