re: #34 ozbloke

As a nation we are often seen as laid back, I believe we are apathetic, are motto is ‘She’ll be right mate’.

I would suggest the population is concerned about Climate Change, however the cost of living seems more important, paying bills and keeping up is getting harder for the majority.

Why now, I would suggest it is because we are real close to pricing carbon, we expect our Labor Government (left) to set a price per tonne by July.
This tax will be paid by the industries that pollute, mainly mining, and we expect the costs to be passed down to the consumer.

Because of the flow on effect to consumers, Julia Gillard (left wing Labor Prime Minister) is going to compensate those in need, families and seniors.

I think its driving the polluters wild, and also our Liberal/National coalition (right wing). We do have some of the unions fearing job losses too, however the most recent report out suggest minimal job losses are expected.

We expect the price on carbon will be between $26-35 dollars per tonne.

I would suggest the death threats are coming from those who oppose the tax, no proof just fairly logical. Vested interests.

Wow… That is a truly sad mirror for the US then - save your government is actually doing something. Congrats to your government. I knew I liked Australia.