Anthropic leases site for datacentre in western Queensland
The Guardian · September 16, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
Anthropic, an AI company, has secured a lease for its first Australian datacentre in western Queensland. The datacentre is projected to cost $31.9 billion, making it the largest of its kind in Australia according to planning documents.
Why it matters
The establishment of this datacentre is expected to create jobs and increase energy capacity in the region.
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How does this story affect you if you live in western Queensland?
The establishment of the datacentre is expected to create jobs in the region, potentially boosting the local economy. Additionally, it may increase energy capacity in the area, which could lead to improved services and infrastructure.
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