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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Bayleys Beach

10 February 2026

Northland Regional Council

Richard Griffiths

Overview

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2

2.7

1.1

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

328

Products

655

35

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 646 23
Resin pellets A N/A
Straws 2 1
Rope 9 1
Unidentifiable hard plastic fragments 589 13
Bottle neck rings 2 1
Bottle caps & lids 8 1
Lollipop sticks 1 1
Food wrappers 2 1
Hangers & retail packaging 1 1
Strapping bands & tape 23 1
Unidentifiable soft plastic fragments 2 1
Cigarettes, butts & filters 7 1
Foamed Plastic 4 2
Unidentifiable foamed plastic fragments 2 1
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 2 1
Paper & Cardboard 2 2
Unidentifiable paper and cardboard fragments 2 2
Wood 1 2
Processed timber & pallet crates 1 2
Metal 1 5
Construction material 1 5
Other 1 1
Personal care items 1 1

Materials

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