Amazon has unveiled a massive $13 billion plan to expand its data centre operations in Australia over the next five years—the largest investment by a global tech giant in the country to date. The move aims to meet skyrocketing demand for cloud computing and AI-driven solutions.
The investment will focus on constructing advanced, AI-optimised data centres by 2029, strengthening Australia’s digital economy. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlighted the project’s potential to create skilled jobs, enhance infrastructure, and drive innovation in AI and supercomputing.
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According to the Department of Industry, Science and Resources, AI and automation could add up to $391 billion annually to Australia’s GDP by 2030.
Matt Garman, CEO of Amazon Web Services (AWS), described AI as a “once-in-a-generation transformation” and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to helping Australians scale innovation.
To power its growing cloud network sustainably, Amazon will build three new solar farms in Victoria and Queensland, contributing over 170 megawatts of renewable energy. This expansion will bring Amazon’s total solar farm count in Australia to 11, generating enough electricity annually to power around 290,000 homes.
Since launching its Australian operations in 2012, AWS has expanded its footprint with data centres in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. The company has also trained more than 400,000 Australians in digital skills, including AI-related technologies.
This investment underscores Amazon’s long-term commitment to Australia’s tech ecosystem, reinforcing its role as a key player in the nation’s digital future.
