This webinar explores the rapidly growing role of datacentres across Australia’s growth areas—and what it means for councils, communities and long-term planning.
Featuring Data Centres Australia CEO Belinda Dennett, the session outlines the scale of investment being driven by AI and digital demand, and why growth areas are emerging as key locations for this infrastructure.
The discussion covers key considerations for local government, including planning frameworks, infrastructure impacts, industrial land pressures, and community expectations. It also addresses common misconceptions around energy use, water consumption and ‘phantom demand’, while highlighting the potential economic and community benefits of the sector.
With the sector evolving quickly, the webinar reinforces the importance of councils taking a proactive, strategic approach to ensure growth areas are well-positioned to manage and benefit from this emerging industry.
Watch the recording below to hear the full discussion and insights.
