Developer withdraws plans for Perth datacentre after fierce community opposition

GreenSquare has withdrawn its proposal to build a 15,000 sq metre, 120 MW datacentre in Hazelmere near Perth after heavy community opposition and a City of Swan council staff recommendation to reject the project; objections focused on potential noise from diesel backup generators, the site's proximity to Aboriginal heritage sites and a conservation wetland, and impacts on a nearby school and residents, a decision welcomed by local community groups and the area MP.