Where to now for supporting action on climate change?

The Lowy Institute has released the findings of its latest annual public opinion poll from  a representative (cross section) opinion survey of 1,002 Australian adults conducted in Australia between 30 March and 14 April 2011. The latest data is from the seventh annual Lowy Poll. Of particular note is the findings on climate change opinion which is showing a level of 'fatigue' for the issue and falling support:
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Climate change
A large majority (75%) of Australians say the Federal government has done a poor job addressing climate change, with 39% saying it has done a very poor job. Support for taking tough action to address climate change continues to erode. The foreign policy goal of tackling climate change is considered very important by only 46% of Australians, down seven percentage points from last year and down 29 points from 2007. Support for the most aggressive form of action to address global warming slipped five points from last year, with 41% saying global warming is a serious and pressing problem and  that we should begin taking steps now even if this involves significant costs.
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The Lowy Poll reinforces the reality that endless debate leading to little resolution or positive action loses public support.