Legislation, Motor Accidents, Sydney Lawyers Seat belts became compulsory in NSW | 1 OCTOBER 1971 October 1, 2014 Legal Helpdesk Lawyers ON 1 OCTOBER 1971, the wearing of seatbelts became compulsory in New South Wales. Sydney, Australia 1300 00 2088 Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Like this:Like Loading... Related