The judge overseeing the Gloriavale employment trial is set to visit the reclusive Christian group today.
Judge Christina Inglis will tour the community in person to better understand the testimonies being presented in court.
Six former Gloriavale women claim they were effectively born into and kept in servitude - by being forced to work long days with no breaks and very little food or water.
Herald senior reporter, Anna Leask told Kate Hawkesby Gloriavale's leaders actually invited Judge Inglis.
She says they want the judge to see what changes have been made to everyday life in the community.
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