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Rapid demand for AI datacentres in Australia could stoke inflation, experts warn – and crowd out land for housing
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The growth of datacentres in Australia is driven by the increasing demand for artificial intelligence and data storage, which requires large amounts of physical space and infrastructure. As a result, datacentres are competing with other industries, such as logistics and housing, for limited land and resources, potentially exacerbating existing shortages. This competition for land and resources has significant implications for the Australian economy and housing market, with experts warning of potential inflationary pressures and increased prices.
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Rapid demand for AI datacentres in Australia could stoke inflation, experts warn – and crowd out land for housing
Calls are growing for new datacentre approvals to be halted until stronger protections are considered
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Transport for NSW and the Reserve Bank have warned datacentres could take scarce land from logistics firms and housing developments, pushing up prices and overheating the economy, as calls grow for a national pause on the booming sector.
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