After a major earthquake in Australia, the ground keeps moving: aftershocks are smaller quakes triggered as the crust adjusts around the fault that ruptured. They are most frequent right after the mainshock and taper off over days to months. This page tracks recent seismic activity across Australia live, so you can follow an aftershock sequence as it happens. For instant alerts the moment a new aftershock strikes near you, the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications.
Recent earthquakes in Australia
- 3.0NEAR S.E. COAST OF AUSTRALIA23 hours ago
- 2.4NEAR S.E. COAST OF AUSTRALIA1 day ago
- 3.1TASMANIA, AUSTRALIA REGION1 day ago
- 1.6NEAR S.E. COAST OF AUSTRALIA4 days ago
- 2.9WESTERN AUSTRALIA4 days ago
- 2.0NEAR S.E. COAST OF AUSTRALIA6 days ago
- 2.3NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA1 week ago
- 3.4WESTERN AUSTRALIA1 week ago
- 3.3WESTERN AUSTRALIA1 week ago
- 1.5NEAR S.E. COAST OF AUSTRALIA1 week ago
- 2.5NEAR S.E. COAST OF AUSTRALIA1 week ago
- 2.7WESTERN AUSTRALIA1 week ago
Aftershocks in Australia - FAQ
Are there aftershocks in Australia right now?
Yes. 1 earthquake has been recorded in Australia in the last 24 hours. The live feed above lists each one as it is detected, so you can watch an aftershock sequence unfold in real time.
How long do aftershocks last after a big earthquake in Australia?
Aftershocks are most frequent in the hours and days right after the mainshock and taper off over time, but a large earthquake can produce aftershocks for months. Their number and size follow well-known patterns (Omori and Bath laws), so activity gradually declines even though individual aftershocks can still be strongly felt.
Can I get an alert for the next aftershock in Australia?
Yes. Turn on browser notifications above to get a heads-up when a new quake is detected near Australia, or install the free QuakeMate app for wake-you-up critical alerts with custom magnitude and region rules.