‘Reluctant’ approval for Tasmanian datacentre sets marker for national battle
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on August 26, 2026 • Originally reported by Josh Taylor Technology reporter. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on August 26, 2026 • Originally reported by Josh Taylor Technology reporter. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Concerns over planning process as George Town council gives go-ahead for 288MW AI factory despite opposition from locals
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The day before Anthony Albanese secured agreement with states and territories to develop national datacentre standards, a small council in Tasmania was grappling with the existing regulations in the face of strong community opposition to a new AI factory planned for its town.
The George Town council voted 6-1 to approve the plans of Australian developer Firmus to build a 288 megawatt (MW) datacentre at Long Reach, north of Launceston, but said it did so reluctantly.
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