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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Catlins Coast - Kaka Point Surf Lifesaving Club

16 September 2026

Waiwera South School/Te Kura o Waiwera South

Scott Martin

Overview

A

15

4.0

4.0

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

20

Products

40

603

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 23 269
Resin pellets A N/A
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 6 124
Strapping bands & tape 2 12
Plastic sheeting 2 74
Food wrappers 9 52
Lollipop sticks 1 1
Bottle caps & lids 1 1
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 1 1
Shotgun wadding & shells 1 4
Paper & Cardboard 9 68
Paper, newspapers & paper receipts 9 68
Metal 3 75
Construction material 2 55
Aluminium drink cans 1 20
Foamed Plastic 3 5
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 3 5
Glass & Ceramic 2 186
Bottles & jars 2 186

Materials

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