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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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Beacon Point

24 November 2025

WAI Wānaka

Jose Cranfield

Overview

B

2

2.0

1.3

100m x 20m

Gravel/Pebble

Items per 1,000m2

36

Products

72

729

Type Count Weight (g)
Metal 27 441
Other cans (<= 4 L) 1 289
Aluminium drink cans 8 12
Metal Bottle caps, lids & pull tabs 6 2
Foil wrappers 10 8
Other Metal 2 130
Plastic 17 53
Resin pellets A N/A
Rope 1 3
Food wrappers 6 14
Plastic bags 5 8
Gardening & farming related 3 6
Food containers 1 20
Other Plastic 1 2
Glass & Ceramic 9 85
Glass or ceramic fragments 5 5
Bottles & jars 4 80
Paper & Cardboard 9 98
Other Paper & Cardboard (specify) 1 8
Cups, food trays & wrappers 8 90
Other 4 1
Sanitary items 3 N/A
Personal care items 1 1
Fabric & Textiles 3 33
Clothing, towels and linen 3 33
Wood 3 18
Processed timber & pallet crates 3 18

Materials

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This is the first litter survey in this survey area