Magnitude 4.3 earthquake rocks residents of Cairns

An earthquake off the coast of Australia shook the residents of one city.

A 4.3 magnitude earthquake has been felt off the coast of Queensland.

The earthquake struck at about 10pm on Wednesday and has been felt 130km off the coast of Cairns according to Geosciences Australia.

An earthquake has hit off the coast of Cairns. Picture: Geosciences Australia

Queensland Fire and Emergency Service have had no reports of injuries or damage.

It has been felt by multiple people living near the coast, although it’s impact was fairly minimal compared to the 3.8 magnitude quake that struck 35km north-west of the Melbourne CBD on May 28.

There were multiple reports from people who felt the earthquake around Cairns. Picture: Geosciences Australia

It was the largest earthquake within 40km of the capital city in more than 120 years, according to seismologist Adam Pascale.

An earthquake with a magnitude 4.5 was reported in 1902.

Melbourne reported a 3.8 magnitude quake in May. Picture: Geosciences Australia