This report outlines why regional biosecurity capability needs to continue to be supported through transition and beyond,” said Chair Swiggs. Regional biosecurity supports productive land, export resilience, biodiversity, and New Zealand’s international reputation. But the report finds 78 percent of regional biosecurity costs are funded from council rates and regional revenue,” said Chair Siers. In Canterbury and Otago alone, harmonised analysis found regional biosecurity programmes deliver around $2 billion in net benefits. About Te Uru KahikaTe Uru Kahika – Regional and Unitary Councils Aotearoa is the partnership of New Zealand’s 16 regional and unitary councils.