When did the law of wearing a seatbelt become compulsory in Australia?

New South Wales: 1 August 1971 (drivers only); 1 June 1989 (all occupants)

Victoria: 1 January 1971 (drivers only); 1 October 1979 (all occupants)

Queensland: 1 December 1971 (drivers only); 1 February 1989 (all occupants)

South Australia: 1 August 1972 (drivers only); 1 January 1988 (all occupants)

Western Australia: 1 February 1972 (drivers only); 1 January 1991 (all occupants)

Tasmania: 1 September 1971 (drivers only); 1 January 1989 (all occupants)

Northern Territory: 1 January 1972 (drivers only); 1 January 1988 (all occupants)

Australian Capital Territory: 1 August 1971 (drivers only); 1 March 1988 (all occupants)