Professional rugby players will take an average 60 per cent salary cut but have called for a complete review of the embattled code.
Times Past
The hazards of smoking were becoming more apparent to health professionals with reports of new rules to be put in place on this day in 1970. Dr Mark Faunce proposed that all smoking in multiple-bed wards by visitors, patients and staff be prohibited. Dr Faunce said: "Hospitals should be at the forefront in setting an example on smoking hazards." He received push back from others who argued only visitors be prohibited and this amendment was passed. READ MORE