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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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Ruakaka - Surfclub

12 January 2026

Northland Regional Council

Lucy Graham

Overview

A

2

1.9

0.7

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

32

Products

64

62

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 42 40
Resin pellets A N/A
Cigarettes, butts & filters 6 1
Lollipop sticks 7 3
Plastic sheeting 12 6
Strapping bands & tape 1 5
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 2 17
Plastic bags 3 4
Hangers & retail packaging 1 1
Food wrappers 8 1
Rope 2 2
Fabric & Textiles 6 5
Unidentifiable cloth fragments 1 3
Clothing, towels and linen 5 2
Other 5 4
Sanitary items 3 N/A
Personal care items 2 4
Wood 5 7
Wooden utensils 5 7
Paper & Cardboard 4 4
Unidentifiable paper and cardboard fragments 3 3
Cups, food trays & wrappers 1 1
Metal 1 1
Unidentifiable metal fragments 1 1
Rubber 1 1
Rubber bands 1 1

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Previous survey in this area

Ruakaka - Surfclub Northland Regional Council
23 Jan, 2025
Items per 1,000m2
2
100%