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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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Point Chevalier - Harbour View

2 July 2026

Sustainable Coastlines

Kate McNaught

Overview

B

2

2.0

0.6

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

56

Products

113

139

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 105 85
Resin pellets A N/A
Lollipop sticks 5 2
Food containers 1 1
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 9 15
Fishing line 1 6
Food wrappers 1 2
Strapping bands & tape 3 3
Cable ties & zip ties 1 3
Cigarettes, butts & filters 1 3
Bottle caps & lids 12 20
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 71 30
Wood 2 31
Other Wood (specify) 2 31
Fabric & Textiles 2 5
Other cloth 2 5
Glass & Ceramic 2 6
Glass or ceramic fragments 2 6
Rubber 1 9
Unidentifiable rubber fragments 1 9
Other 1 3
Personal care items 1 3

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Previous survey in this area

Point Chevalier - Harbour View Sustainable Coastlines
07 Feb, 2025
Items per 1,000m2
20
79%