A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck southeastern Queensland, Australia, with the epicenter near Kilkivan at a depth of about 10 km. It was the strongest onshore quake in the state in 50 years, and tremors were felt from Rockhampton to the Gold Coast and even parts of New South Wales. Over 16,000 felt reports were submitted as residents described loud rumbles and shaking furniture. Around 14,000 households lost power, especially in Fraser Coast, Murgon, and Hervey Bay, but crews are restoring electricity. No fatalities or major destruction were reported, though minor damage such as cracks and fallen objects occurred in homes. Authorities ruled out any tsunami threat but warned of possible aftershocks in the coming days. Geoscience Australia continues to monitor the situation, calling the event extremely rare for Queensland.