Think Bigger. Innovate Together. Connect MPID Makes it Happen.

Leverage our network, expertise and events to thrive in Macquarie Park’s dynamic ecosystem

We’re here to unlock the full potential of Australia’s original innovation district.

Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District is a unified voice for our area, working to accelerate the benefits of growth and amplify our credentials as a global innovation hub.

We partner with our members in Macquarie Park to introduce people and ideas, and to cultivate collaboration, competition and impact.

We’re prioritising the future of Macquarie Park together.

About Macquarie Park

Quick facts

Commercial space to grow

1.2 million square metres

Highly educated and innovative talent pool

63,000 jobs

#1 for IP

Australian postcode with the most IP registrations

Top 1% world-leading university

44,000 students from 113 countries

Accessible

Three Metro stations connecting to city in 18 minutes and M2 motorway

Sydney’s greenest CBD

Lane Cove National park on our doorstop

Home to 13 of the world’s top 200 companies

Forbes 2023 “Global 2000” list

$13.6b economic activity

$700 million in research and development generated annually in the district

MACQUARIE PARK IS A PRIORITY PRECINCT

Investment driving growth

Macquarie Park and North Ryde continue to be a centre of investment by government, university and the private sector including:

$8.3 billion invested in Sydney’s first automated Metro, which serves three stations in the district and connects to the Sydney CBD in less than 20 minutes.
$1 billion in development at at Macquarie University, creating a world-class campus open to its neighbours and collaborates with industry.
$4 billion of private investment which will create exceptional commercial, collaboration and innovation space across the district.
Over $100M invested by the Australian and State Government into Zero Emission Macquarie Park Bus Depot and $200M for the new Macquarie Park Precinct and Bus Interchange.

Our Members

Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District is a not-for-profit stakeholder lead organisation. We work with the leading employers, landowners, government agencies and institutions who want to see Macquarie Park grow successfully and evolve, while nurturing our innovation ecosystem.

Interested in becoming a member?

Courtyard by Marriott Sydney - North Ryde

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Macquarie Park

WiSE Specialist Emergency Clinic Macquarie Park

MACQUARIE PARK NEWS & EVENTS

What’s happening in the district?

News

Connect MPID publishes 3rd Annual Impact Report

Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District (Connect MPID) has published its 3rd Annual Report covering the key activities and impacts for the 2023-24 financial year.

Industry leaders discuss Australia's semiconductor opportunities at the Macquarie Park Semiconductor Summit

The first Macquarie Park Semiconductor Summit was held at Macquarie University to discuss the emerging opportunity for Australian in the global semiconductor supply chain.

The United Way Walkathon is an exciting and purpose driven event run by the Macquarie Park Business Community Partnership. Each year more than 600 people from companies in Macquarie Park take part in this fun filled team event, all in the spirit of supporting communities they live and work in.

Woolcock joins Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District

The Woolcock Institute of Medical Research is the latest innovative organisation to join Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District (Connect MPID) as a member.

The Woolcock is globally renowned and is ranked as the top sleep and respiratory research organisation in the world, their new home is at the Macquarie University campus at 2 Innovation Road.

Key insights from the Macquarie Park Summit 2024: Innovation and Collaboration

Yesterday’s Macquarie Park Summit 2024 was a dynamic exploration of the future of the Macquarie Park innovation district, bringing together industry leaders, government representatives, researchers, and innovators to discuss Macquarie Park's vital role in shaping Australia’s innovation landscape.

Ask Macquarie Park 2024 is here!

Macquarie Park Innovation District is excited to launch the largest survey for residents, workers, and students in the area—“Ask Macquarie Park.” We invite you to share your experiences and help shape the future of our community in just under 10 minutes!

Global leaders in digital inkjet technology from Macquarie Park - Memjet

Macquarie Park stands out as a leading hub for innovation, with global technology firm Memjet driving innovation in inkjet printing technology for customers around the world.

Memjet’s interdisciplinary engineering team sits at the heart of its Macquarie Park based technology centre, where the firm designs and develops market-disrupting inkjet printhead technology. Memjet’s in-house engineering disciplines include mechanical, electronic, mechatronic, robotic and software engineering.

Launch of the new Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District website

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website for Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District! This isn’t just a fresh look; we’ve introduced exciting new features to better showcase the vibrant offerings of Macquarie Park.

Construction Starts on RNA Research Facility at Macquarie University

Construction has commenced on a cutting-edge Ribonucleic Acid (RNA) research and pilot manufacturing facility at Macquarie University, backed by a $96 million investment from the NSW Government.

The Naked Duck opens in Macquarie Park!

Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District is thrilled to announce that Stockland has introduced its first food and beverage retailer, The Naked Duck, to MPark, the mixed-use commercial precinct in the heart of Macquarie Park.

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