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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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Oakura Beach - Corbett Park

12 May 2025

Green School Taranaki

Damian Firth

Overview

B

18

4.5

8.0

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

27

Products

54

273

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 21 45
Resin pellets B N/A
Rope 1 1
Food wrappers 3 3
Safety & construction related 3 36
Other Plastic 14 5
Foamed Plastic 12 2
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 6 1
Polystyrene cups or food packs 6 1
Paper & Cardboard 11 58
Cups, food trays & wrappers 2 47
Paper, newspapers & paper receipts 9 11
Metal 7 2
Foil wrappers 7 2
Wood 3 166
Wooden utensils 1 2
Processed timber & pallet crates 2 164

Materials

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Previous survey in this area

Oakura Beach - Corbett Park Green School Taranaki
03 Sep, 2024
Items per 1,000m2
94
89%