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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

22 December 2022

Northland Regional Council

Richard Griffiths

Overview

A

2

2.0

0.5

100m x 10m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

54

Products

54

83

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 36 28
Resin pellets A N/A
Cigarettes, butts & filters 3 1
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 11 6
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 22 21
Glass & Ceramic 6 34
Glass or ceramic fragments 6 34
Paper & Cardboard 5 4
Other Paper & Cardboard (specify) 5 4
Foamed Plastic 3 2
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 2 1
Other Foamed Plastic 1 1
Metal 2 14
Metal Bottle caps, lids & pull tabs 1 1
Aluminium drink cans 1 13
Fabric & Textiles 2 1
Clothing, towels and linen 2 1

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Paihia Northland Regional Council
08 Feb, 2022
Items per 1,000m2
219
89%

Next survey in this area

Paihia Northland Regional Council
20 Dec, 2023
Items per 1,000m2
47
76%