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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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Oakura Beach - Corbett Park

30 March 2026

Green School Taranaki

Damian Firth

Overview

C

10

5.0

1.0

100m x 20m

Sand

Items per 1,000m2

54

Products

109

1617

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 59 228
Resin pellets A N/A
Bottle caps & lids 6 12
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 5 117
Other Plastic 48 99
Paper & Cardboard 15 42
Paper, newspapers & paper receipts 15 42
Metal 9 358
Other cans (<= 4 L) 1 45
Foil wrappers 7 13
Construction material 1 300
Glass & Ceramic 8 521
Bottles & jars 8 521
Other 7 1
Faeces 1 N/A
Personal care items 6 1
Foamed Plastic 6 7
Polystyrene insulation or packaging 6 7
Wood 4 330
Other Wood (specify) 4 330
Fabric & Textiles 1 130
Clothing, towels and linen 1 130

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Previous survey in this area

Oakura Beach - Corbett Park Green School Taranaki
20 Oct, 2025
Items per 1,000m2
82
90%