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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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Paihia - Waitangi

22 December 2022

Northland Regional Council

Richard Griffiths

Overview

A

2

1.3

1.0

50m x 18m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

59

Products

53

34

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 39 24
Resin pellets B N/A
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 23 8
Strapping bands & tape 1 1
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 1
Food wrappers 3 1
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 1 1
Bottle seals & tabs 1 1
Cigarettes, butts & filters 3 1
Food containers 1 1
Bottle caps & lids 4 6
Bottles <= 2 L 1 3
Metal 6 1
Foil wrappers 6 1
Foamed Plastic 3 2
Other Foamed Plastic 1 1
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 2 1
Paper & Cardboard 3 2
Cups, food trays & wrappers 3 2
Wood 1 1
Other Wood (specify) 1 1
Rubber 1 4
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 1 4

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Previous survey in this area

Paihia - Waitangi Northland Regional Council
08 Feb, 2022
Items per 1,000m2
107
80%

Next survey in this area

Paihia - Waitangi Northland Regional Council
20 Dec, 2023
Items per 1,000m2
24
45%