# Anthropic to build $31bn datacentre in western Queensland, premier says

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- The Guardian, 2026-09-16 05:20 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/16/anthropic-lands-31bn-datacentre-deal-in-western-queensland

> Queensland Premier David Crisafulli says Anthropic has leased the site of its first Australian datacentre at a planned digital park near Dalby. Zerra DC will build the facility, which is expected to open next year at a reported cost of A$31.9bn and connect to the Braemar power station. Crisafulli called the project a major win for jobs and the state’s grid.