There's a big leap under way in Australia's digital transformation and it's happening far from the skyscrapers of the major cities, instead humming away in the paddocks, plains, and proud communities of regional Australia.

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While major cities like Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane have already established data centre infrastructures, a lack of available space means regional Australia is emerging as the new frontier of this burgeoning sector, with companies looking further afield - to places like Bendigo, Dubbo, Ballarat, and Townsville.

This is a win for regional communities because it will not only improve local telecommunications networks with faster internet and improved reliability and energy infrastructure, but will also create jobs.

From electricians, engineers, and construction workers to IT technicians and security personnel, these facilities will support a range of employment opportunities and offer new pathways for young people to gain digital skills and stay in their communities rather than migrate to the cities.

There's a boost for regional businesses too, improving........

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