Australia on the cusp of $60 billion “data centre boom” as AI needs grow
3 sources·Updated September 8, 2026

Australia data centre boom
Covered by 3 sources
- The West Business·11h agoAI revolution hinges on data centre 'social licence'
Data centre and artificial intelligence leaders have been told Australia risks missing a "fourth industrial revolution" if it cannot allay public concerns.
Read at The West Business → - Smart Company AU·18h agoAustralia on the cusp of $60 billion “data centre boom” as AI needs grow
AI adoption in Australia is predicted to rapidly increase over the next decade, creating demand for data centres and jobs, too.
Read at Smart Company AU → - The West Australian·1d agoThe jobs at risk with AI set to be Australia’s biggest bonanza yet
The economic benefits of AI adoption are beginning to flow in Australia, with about 15 per cent of tasks and occupations set to be replaced by 2060.
Read at The West Australian →

