Ford Factory to Data Center | Sydney News

A massive $1.1 billion data center project, dubbed “Project Dune,” is set to transform a former Ford factory in Campbellfield into Australia’s largest data center campus — consuming nearly double Melbourne’s current power usage. Built in stages over 12 years, the site will stretch across 22 hectares and include massive infrastructure like diesel fuel storage and towering data halls. But locals are alarmed: phases will be just 260 meters from homes, raising fears of noise, heat, and lack of community consultation. While developer Zerra DC touts economic benefits and local hiring, long-term jobs won’t match the Ford plant’s legacy. Councils are calling for a pause on new data centers until better oversight is in place, as the government reviews the application amid public submissions. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cddd2371aaa2b590