On a more forward-looking note, one of Melbourne’s largest data centres in West Footscray is seeking fast-track approval for a $750 million expansion that would double its size. The push reflects booming demand — likely driven by the artificial intelligence revolution — but it comes amid what locals describe as “nightmare” construction conditions, highlighting the tension between digital infrastructure growth and community liveability.
Walter Murrow
March 24, 2026
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