New Zealand Rugby appoint Rape Crisis worker following series of recent scandals

The appointment of a Rape Crisis worker follows a series of scandals that have hit the sport recently. Photo / Simon Stacpoole / Offside

New Zealand Rugby have appointed a senior Rape Crisis worker to encourage "healthy relationships" within the code.

The appointment follows a series of scandals that have hit the sport in recent months, including Aaron Smith's toilet tryst and the Chiefs' stripper episode.

More to follow.