The quake was recorded at a depth of 78km, near the Kermadec Islands Region, according to the Geoscience Australia.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) stated that there was no risk of a tsunami in New Zealand.

The agency's initial assessment indicates that the earthquake is unlikely to pose a threat to the country.

The Bureau of Meteorology also confirmed that Australia was not at risk of a tsunami. (ILKHA)