Question: when was the drink driving law introduced in australia

title: Alcohol laws of Australia
text: Before 1970 , the drinking age in Western Australia was 21 . Today , it is illegal for any person under the age of 18 years to purchase , supply , or drink alcohol on licensed or regulated premises , even if they are with their parents or guardian . The maximum penalty for a minor to consume alcohol on licensed premises is a A $2,000 fine . The law does allow a minor to consume alcohol for religious purposes for example Holy Communion . It is an offence in Western Australia for persons of any age to drink in public , such as on the street , park , or beach without first having obtained a permit from the appropriate local government authority . Such permits are at the discretion of the local council - some public events have a total ban on alcohol consumption and no permits will be issued .