can a 3 year old sit in a booster seat Page 2

Let's not rush the booster seat party. In Australia, a 3-year-old sitting in a booster seat is generally a no-go. The law and safety experts recommend kids stay in a forward-facing harnessed car seat until they're at least 4 years old and meet the weight and height requirements of that seat. Booster seats are designed for older kids who have outgrown their harnessed seats but aren't quite ready for the adult seatbelt alone.

So, for a 3-year-old, stick with a properly fitted forward-facing car seat with a 5-point harness. It's about keeping those tiny bones intact and your insurance happy. Check the official guidelines or ServiceCentral for the latest rules and best practices.