Number of litter items for different site types

Key Finding

In Queensland, litter was surveyed in 729 transects across 159 sites in 2023/24. The survey found the most litter items in retail areas and the least at beaches.

The Australian Litter Measure (AusLM) is conducted at six location types where people are likely to litter or experience litter.

In Queensland, litter was surveyed in 729 transects across 159 sites, including 204 residential areas, 96 retail areas, 78 industrial areas, 126 main roads, 150 parks and 75 beaches.

The AusLM is conducted at six location types where people are likely to litter or experience litter.

Beaches: mostly sandy beaches frequently visited by people for activities such as swimming, walking, other recreation and relaxation
Residential areas: A street or collection of streets in a residential area with homes, units, or apartments on both sides of the street.
Industrial areas: A street or collection of streets in an industrial area.
Retail areas: A street or collection of streets within a retail precinct (e.g. shopfronts).
Recreational parks: Public outdoor parks mainly covered by grass and frequently visited by individuals and families for recreation and leisure activities.
Main roads: Straight open stretches of sealed road with wide verges. Roads that typically act as an arterial for traffic between and around population centres.