How tall are the AI datacentre power poles that sparked a community backlash in Melbourne?

NextDC delayed the expansion of its west Melbourne datacentre after a local council refused permits for 22-metre concrete power poles on suburban streets. Residents also opposed the project due to safety issues, construction noise, and backup diesel generators. Planners and engineers must now assess alternative options, such as routing through industrial zones or building underground power lines.

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