This report synthesises the latest findings and expert insights from a recent summit held on 14th November 2024, co-organised by Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District (CMPID), Semiconductor Sector Service Bureau (S3B), Macquarie University, and CSIRO.

In January, we asked the Macquarie Park community to share their favourite coffee spots and their preferred brews. The results are in—and they’re brewing with excitement!

After crunching the numbers and sifting through the insights, we’re thrilled to present the 2025 Macquarie Park Coffee Guide.

Members of Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District gathered at Optus for a briefing of the 2024 ‘Ask Macquarie Park’ results.  

This presentation offered key insights into the latest trends, usage, sentiment analysis and perceptions from employees, students, residents and visitors at the district.  

Girls to Graduates is about building a pipeline of talented young women who will become the next generation of STEMM innovators, researchers and leaders,” she says. “Our industry partners are a critical part of this program because they show young women what is actually possible, and how diverse STEMM careers can be. We are very grateful to all the organisations that supported this camp.

With over 200 medical researchers and clinicians, Woolcock is a globally leading hub for groundbreaking research in sleep and respiratory disorders. 

Leading first aid training and medical equipment provider, St John Ambulance NSW, is the latest organisation to join Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District as a member. 

St John is a for-purpose organisation – with all profits going towards training and equipping first aid and medical volunteers in local communities, as well as running free education programs to teach first aid skills and give people the confidence to help save a life. St John has a proud legacy of over 140 years of service to the Australian community, providing first aid at local events and during emergencies like floods and bushfires.

It’s time to roll up your sleeves, give blood and save lives. The Lifeblood van is coming back to Macquarie Park next week.

Got some spare time on Thursday 29th of August? Macquarie University is starting their day with their ‘Wear it Purple’ annual event and finishing the day with the Twilight Markets.

Promising a night of fun for the whole family, the markets will include live music, delicious food and free parking.

We are delighted to announce that Courtyard by Marriott Sydney – North Ryde has officially joined Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District.

Public transport usage in Macquarie Park has seen active growth in the first quarter of 2024, ahead of the upcoming Sydney Metro expansion. 

Robert Menzies College – a student accommodation provider and conference facility – is the newest member of Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District.

The NSW Government, in collaboration with Investment NSW, has unveiled a commitment of $11 million to propel innovation throughout the state through the reinvigorated Boosting Business Innovation Program (BBIP).

Construction has officially commenced on the Macquarie Square development, marking a significant milestone in the project's journey. This commercial precinct, intricately linked to 7,000 square meters of urban green space, is poised to redefine the landscape of Macquarie Park.

A major new report funded by Macquarie University sheds light on the economic force of Macquarie Park Innovation District.

Transport NSW is spearheading an initiative aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of our bus network with Macquarie Park emerging as a pivotal hub.

Holiday Inn Express Sydney Macquarie Park is the latest leading local organisation to join Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District as a member. 

Bring your family and friends together to watch The Hunger Games: The Ballads of Songbirds and Snakes in front of the silver screen, under the stars.

Connect MPID members met at Optus in Macquarie Park for an exclusive presentation of our ‘Ask Macquarie Park’ district results.

Promising a night of fun for the whole family, the markets will include live music, delicious food and free parking.