Port of Chinderah

The approach to Chinderah is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fingal Head Lighthouse at 2.3 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Point Danger (4.1 NM N), Cape Byron (24.7 NM S), Ballina Head (38.1 NM S), Point Cleveland (45.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Chinderah is situated on the Coral Sea in AU. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Chinderah (AUCN6) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for AUCN6 on the live map.

The Port of Chinderah is a port in AU. Its UN/LOCODE is AUCN6 — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

The first two characters, AU, are the ISO country code for AU. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

The Port of Chinderah operates in the UTC+11 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.