What was the Richter magnitude of this earthquake in New South Wales that caused cosmetic damage on University House?
University House, Newcastle, New South Wales:  The building only sustained cosmetic damage during the 1989 Newcastle earthquake. 1989 Newcastle earthquake: The 1989 Newcastle earthquake occurred in Newcastle, New South Wales on Thursday, 28 December. 1989 Newcastle earthquake:  The shock measured 5.6 on the Richter magnitude scale and was one of Australia's most serious natural disasters, killing 13 people and injuring more than 160.
5.6