DCI Canberra 01 Sovereign AI & Defense Campus
Status: Active Development Phase (Site & Power Secured) | Location: 2 Wolseley Place, Poplars Innovation Precinct, Jerrabomberra, NSW 2619, Australia
Project Overview
The DCI Canberra 01 Data Center (CBR01) is a purpose-built digital infrastructure facility representing an investment of more than $250 million, located on a 4.0-hectare site at 2 Wolseley Place within the Poplars Innovation Precinct in Jerrabomberra, New South Wales, Australia. Developed by Brookfield-backed DCI Data Centers, the facility is strategically positioned to serve Canberra's federal government and technology corridor, supporting demand for secure, resilient, and locally hosted computing infrastructure. CBR01 is designed to accommodate the specialized requirements of Australian federal government departments, defense organizations, intelligence agencies, and enterprise customers that depend on stringent data security, operational resilience, and sovereignty over sensitive information. Its location near Australia's national capital provides a strategic advantage for organizations requiring proximity to government institutions and public-sector technology operations. The purpose-built facility reflects the growing importance of sovereign data center infrastructure as government agencies and critical industries expand their use of cloud computing, digital services, data analytics, and advanced information systems. By providing dedicated colocation infrastructure, CBR01 can enable customers to deploy and manage essential IT systems without maintaining all supporting facilities independently. The development also aligns with Australia's broader focus on strengthening domestic digital capabilities and protecting sensitive data within national jurisdiction. Its substantial investment highlights the increasing demand for specialized data center environments capable of supporting mission-critical workloads and stringent compliance requirements. As government digitization, cybersecurity priorities, and secure cloud adoption continue to evolve, CBR01 is positioned to contribute to the Canberra region's digital infrastructure ecosystem and support Australia's long-term sovereign computing requirements.
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Project Name | DCI Canberra 01 Sovereign AI & Defense Campus |
| Location | 2 Wolseley Place, Poplars Innovation Precinct, Jerrabomberra, NSW 2619, Australia |
| Status | Active Development Phase (Site & Power Secured) |
| Project Type | Greenfield Sovereign Defense, Government Cloud & AI-Ready Edge Campus (CBR01) |
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City Profile
| Header | Details |
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| City Name | Canberra |
| Population | ~460,000 (2025 estimate |
| Urban Agglomeration | ~650,000–700,000 |
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