
Itiki Rangers Program Returns to Protect Our Island Paradise
The Itiki Rangers Program has returned more than three decades after it was first established in 1992, bringing the community together to tackle illegal dumping,
The Rarotonga Environment Act 1994/95 was repealed by the Environment Act 2003 formalising the establishment of the NES.
The role of the National Environment Services is based on 5 main areas and has four main departments.
There is a suite of policies, strategies and plans developed over the years to enable environmental protection, conservation and management.
Our cultural identify is deeply rooted in our environment and it is part of our heritage and legacy.
An Environment Consent is a permission granted to an applicant undertaking an activity that has some but not significant environment impact.
A permission required for the construction of a standard residential dwelling or non-construction purposes such as land clearance.
A management tool used to identify the environmental, social and economic impacts of a project prior to decision making.
Any person planning to take any wild animal or plant overseas must apply for a permit for trade movement of endangered species (CITES).
All importers of bulk HFC goods must register as an approved importer with NES.
Other permits issued by NES relates to the transboundary movement of waste, ozone depletion substances and wildlife.
Biodiversity plans are important documents to manage and determine the state of our natural environment.
Protecting species, habitats, ecosystem, and protecting biological diversity.
Activities to protect, maintain, or restore the quality of environmental media.
Historical milestone for conservation in the Cook Islands
The Environment Act 2003 is the primary legislation applied throughout the Cook Islands and the Outer Islands (Pa Enua) of Aitutaki, Atiu, Mauke and Mitiaro.
Several subsidiary legislations made under the Environment Act 2003 to apply provisions of the Act and to also include the Pa Enua.
Numerous national legislations interlinked with the environment but administered by other government entities.

The Itiki Rangers Program has returned more than three decades after it was first established in 1992, bringing the community together to tackle illegal dumping,

The renovation included the installation of a new roof and windows, helping transform the office into a safer, more comfortable and fit-for-purpose workspace for the

Mitiaro School recently held a speech competition focused on invasive species and recycling, two key environmental issues that the island of Mitiaro faces.

The new recycling bins will be placed at seven key locations around the island.

This is part of a wider regional effort led by SPREP under the Pacific Regional Invasive Species Management Support Service (PRISMSS), which supports Pacific Island

Mitiaro is facing a growing challenge with its current waste management system. Despite the island’s pristine beauty and small community, the island’s lack of a

Nearly all of Mitiaro’s 87 residents came together, showcasing remarkable community spirit and dedication to preserving the island’s unique environment and natural resources.

NES Pa Enua officer of Mitiaro Gretta Murare extends appreciation to the community for their active participation and support in making the day a success

To Gretta and Linda, we welcome you to the NES family and we look forward to the great things we would be doing for our