A Christian group is outraged a controversial church has
been granted charity status by Inland Revenue.
The Church of Scientology is now recognised as a charitable religious
organisation, making it tax exempt.
Cultwatch spokesman Mark Vrankovich warns people to be wary of Scientology.
He says closer examination of the religion sheds light on why it took so long
to get charity status.
He likens Scientology to a cult, where followers pay money to advance through
the levels of the religion.
Mr Vrankovich says people need to thoroughly research what religious groups
stand for, before joining.