Students protest AI amid growing national concerns
Students on the Sunshine Coast protested on June 23, 2026, against a $200 million AI data centre under construction in Maroochydore. Organizer Ruby Dyer, 16, expressed concerns over environmental impacts and the future job market. Protesters are calling for stronger regulations as Australia continues to expand its AI infrastructure amid growing national scrutiny.
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Published 23 Jun 2026, 04:53 UTC · Updated 23 Jun 2026, 05:00 UTC
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