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Data.

This dataset was collected by Citizen Scientists at an official 'Survey Area' as part of the Litter Intelligence long-term litter monitoring programme. The data are freely and openly accessible to anyone. Download the raw data, share this survey, and learn more about the data collection methodology through the links at the bottom of the page.

Litter Survey

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Waiheke -Surfdale Beach Playground end

14 April 2022

Waiheke Resources Trust

Kristin Busher

Overview

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60

60.0

18.0

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

66

Products

131

1893

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 68 354
Resin pellets B N/A
Lollipop sticks 4 2
Fishing line 1 5
Plastic bags 32 162
Clothes pegs 2 6
Pens & Stationery 1 8
Straws 2 1
Fishing nets 1 8
Cigarettes, butts & filters 24 10
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 152
Glass & Ceramic 39 1031
Glass or ceramic fragments 37 626
Bottles & jars 2 405
Paper & Cardboard 9 70
Cups, food trays & wrappers 9 70
Metal 6 136
Aluminium drink cans 6 136
Wood 5 302
Other Wood (specify) 5 302
Other 4 0
Sanitary items 4 N/A

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Previous survey in this area

Waiheke -Surfdale Beach Playground end Sustainable Coastlines
23 May, 2021
Items per 1,000m2
32
72%

Next survey in this area

Waiheke -Surfdale Beach Playground end Waiheke Marine Trust
24 Nov, 2022
Items per 1,000m2
21
43%