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Port of Tweed Heads South

AUTHS🇦🇺Australia

Port Location

About Port of Tweed Heads South

This port is situated on the Tweed River in New South Wales, Australia. It has historically handled bulk carriers, tankers, and pleasure craft.

Background
Tweed Heads South is a suburb located on the Tweed River in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia, in the Tweed Shire.

Current Conditions

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
AU-NSW
Area
East Australia
Sub-area
Coral Sea
Latitude
-28.1816°
Longitude
153.5340°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AUTHS
Country
🇦🇺Australia
Time Zone
UTC+11

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
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Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tweed Heads South?+
The approach to Tweed Heads South is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Point Danger Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the NE. Other aids include Fingal Head (2.2 NM ESE), Cape Byron (28 NM S), Ballina Head (41.3 NM S), Point Cleveland (42.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Tweed Heads South on?+
The Port of Tweed Heads South 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.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Tweed Heads South?+
You can track vessels near Tweed Heads South (AUTHS) 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 AUTHS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tweed Heads South?+
The Port of Tweed Heads South 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.
What is the Port of Tweed Heads South?+
TWEED HEADS (UN/Locode: AUTHS), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -28.18155° N, 153.53400° E.
Where is the Port of Tweed Heads South located?+
Coordinates: -28.18155° N, 153.53400° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BRISBANE — UN/Locode: AUBNE — -27.41807° N, 153.09560° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Tweed Heads South?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Tweed Heads South?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Tweed Heads South?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Pleasure Craft and Tanker.