Miramichi Council Pauses Data Centre Bylaw to Seek Expert Opinion, Government Consultation

Miramichi council pauses data centre bylaw to seek expert opinion, government consultation

The City of Miramichi has paused a proposed zoning bylaw amendment for data centres and battery energy storage facilities while staff gather more information and seek expert advice following public concerns.

Discussions continued amid ongoing concerns over AI data centres

Brimbank council’s recent meeting has prompted further discussion in relation to community fears over the expansion of data centres across Melbourne’s west. During public question time at the 21 July meeting , a question was raised with council over how the community could remain protected from the impact of data centres. The council responded stating, “All planning applications must be assessed against the planning controls that apply at the ti…