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

30 September 2025

Sustainable Coastlines

Logan Rapana

Overview

A

15

52.5

1.5

100m x 20m

Gravel/Pebble

Items per 1,000m2

78

Products

156

10380

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 102 393
Resin pellets A N/A
Bottle caps & lids 10 23
Bottle neck rings 2 3
Bottle seals & tabs 3 4
Bottles <= 2 L 2 44
Clothes pegs 4 14
Fishing gear 1 9
Fishing line 3 6
Food containers 3 25
Food wrappers 16 11
Hangers & retail packaging 1 3
Lollipop sticks 1 1
Pens & Stationery 1 5
Plastic bags 4 10
Plastic vehicle parts 2 52
Safety & construction related 8 132
Strapping bands & tape 7 6
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 19 31
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 15 14
Foamed Plastic 32 45
Foam sponge 4 1
Polystyrene cups or food packs 5 5
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 12 11
Toys, Sports & Recreation (Foamed Plastic) 9 26
Other Foamed Plastic 2 2
Wood 19 9500
Processed timber & pallet crates 19 9500
Metal 2 89
Aluminium drink cans 1 26
Other cans (<= 4 L) 1 63
Fabric & Textiles 1 353
Footwear & shoes 1 353

Materials

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