The high number of babies being born in a reclusive Christian community on the West Coast is likely to offset any exodus, says someone who left.

Former Gloriavale Christian Community members have revealed that hundreds have left since its early days, including several families in the past year or so.

A historic NZ school with large playgrounds and a swimming pool is for sale for the same price as a one-bedroom apartment in downtown Auckland.

A company owned by the Gloriavale Christian Community, on the West Coast, expects to drill a new oil well this spring with a rig that has recently arrived from Korea.

A company owned by the Gloriavale Christian Community expects to drill a new oil well this spring with a rig that has recently arrived from Korea.

A new documentary follows the six-week courtship and marriage of a young couple at the Gloriavale Christian sect, after its leaders opened the doors to a film crew.

An overwhelming number of experienced Stockton mineworkers have volunteered for redundancy because they're fed up, says a worker.

Awe-inspiring mountain country amply rewards tramper Conor MacHugh.

A 24-year-old tourist from the United States has has gone missing on the West Coast, police say.

Fired-up West Coast-Tasman MP Damien O'Connor says he would probably have crossed the floor in Parliament last night with or without the blessing of the Labour Party.

A large rockfall near Mount Aspiring has closed State Highway 6 south of Makarora until at least midday tomorrow.

Elisabeth Easther is introduced to the beers that are in the market for perfect suitors.

Elisabeth Easther explores the striking natural beauty of this West Coast gem.

Greymouth police have identified a suspect they believe is responsible for burning a cat last week and say they are confident of making an arrest.

Thousands visit the ice in this world-famous beauty spot, writes Elisabeth Easther.