The leader of the Gloriavale Christian Community has been charged with sexual offending against girls over a period of more than 20 years.
Overseeing Shepherd Howard Temple appeared at the Greymouth District Court today, where he did not attempt to keep his name a secret.
He's pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of indecent assault and doing an indecent act.
Niva Chittock has more from Greymouth.
