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

beach-icon Beach.

Wellington Harbour - Hikoikoi Reserve, Petone Beach

31 March 2026

Sustainable Coastlines

Dale Shaw

Overview

B

1

1.0

0.5

100m x 20m

Shell

Items per 1,000m2

17

Products

34

633

Type Count Weight (g)
Plastic 19 454
Resin pellets A N/A
Bottles, drums, jerrycans & buckets > 2 L 1 350
Bottles <= 2 L 2 38
Toys, sport, & recreation (Plastic) 1 15
Food wrappers 12 8
Food containers 2 30
Rope 1 13
Paper & Cardboard 9 61
Cups, food trays & wrappers 9 61
Metal 6 118
Aluminium drink cans 6 118

Materials

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