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Port of WHAKATANE

NZWHK🇳🇿New Zealand

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About Port of WHAKATANE

This port is located at the mouth of the Whakatāne River in New Zealand's Bay of Plenty. It functions as a canal port.

Background
Whakatāne is a town located in the Bay of Plenty Region in the North Island of New Zealand, 90 kilometres (56 mi) east of Tauranga and 89 kilometres (55 mi) northeast of Rotorua. The town is situated at the mouth of the Whakatāne River. The Whakatāne District is the territorial authority that encompasses the town, covering an area to the south and west of the town, excluding the enclave of Kawerau District.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
13m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6237235 →
Wikidata
Q974074 →
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
NZWHK
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Time Zone
UTC+13
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
East Australia
Latitude
-37.9515°
Longitude
176.9941°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of WHAKATANE?

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The approach to WHAKATANE is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tauranga Entrance Range Front/ Lighthouse at 43.5 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Tauranga Entrance Range Rear (44 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of WHAKATANE on?

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The Port of WHAKATANE is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in NZ. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of WHAKATANE?

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You can track vessels near WHAKATANE (NZWHK) 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 NZWHK on the live map.

Where is the Port of WHAKATANE?

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

What does the UN/LOCODE NZWHK mean?

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The first two characters, NZ, are the ISO country code for NZ. 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.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of WHAKATANE?

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The Port of WHAKATANE operates in the UTC+13 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.