We've had no smoking in pubs here for a year or so now and it is great - I can safely say Friday night is not desolate in the local bars as the smokers don't stay at home puffing in private, and it really is much nicer inside. The only problem is that all the places to sit outside are now smoking areas, so although you don't go home smelling of it, still means you're still breathing it in outside if you want to sit in the sun, and it's harder to get a seat than it used to be (all the kiwis would hide inside before) - but hey, I'll take that option. Now if only they can bring in the Aussie ruling - no smoking on beaches.........