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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Wellington Harbour - Hinds point, Pencarrow Coast

15 November 2023

Petone Beach Litter Project

Olivia Rees

Overview

A

17

6.8

6.9

100m x 20m

Gravel/Pebble

Items per 1,000m2

34

Products

69

943

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 50 102
Resin pellets A N/A
Safety & construction related 3 1
Cigarettes, butts & filters 3 1
Fishing gear 1 2
Fishing line 1 85
Gardening & farming related 1 1
Bottle caps & lids 4 1
Food wrappers 13 2
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 19 3
Lollipop sticks 1 1
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 3 4
Bottle seals & tabs 1 1
Foamed Plastic 8 2
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 8 2
Wood 6 830
Processed timber & pallet crates 6 830
Rubber 3 7
Construction & Automotive 1 1
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Rubber) 2 6
Fabric & Textiles 1 1
Unidentifiable cloth fragments 1 1
Other 1 1
Personal care items 1 1

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