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. 

Home to the Australian Hearing Hub, the district is at the forefront of advancements in audiology, speech pathology, and related fields. As hearing loss becomes a growing concern, with one in four Australians predicted to experience it by 2050, Macquarie Park is playing a key role in raising awareness and fostering collaboration to address this important issue.

Crowne Plaza Sydney Macquarie Park marks a new chapter in Macquarie Park, rebranding from the former Courtyard by Marriott, Sydney North-Ryde. This transition to the Crowne Plaza brand by IHG introduces a premium offering that enhances the guest experience, combining modern amenities with tailored services for both business and leisure travellers.

Macquarie Park is Australia’s most innovative postcode - but inspiration requires caffeination! Connect MPID are asking the local community to spill the beans on their favourite local cafe spots.

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. 

Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District (CMPID) have welcomed Committee for Sydney (CfS) new report on The Role of Government Play in Innovation Districts which was launched at event on 22 May 2023. 

Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District (Connect MPID) is excited to announce the appointment of Dr Rob Stokes as the new Chair and Davor Jozic as the new General Manager this week.  

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

Passenger numbers at Macquarie Park’s Metro stations have reached the highest level of activity since 2019!

In January, we asked Macquarie Park people to spill the beans on the best coffee around, by participating in Connect MPID’s annual Coffee Poll.

Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District will bid farewell to its long-serving General Manager, Mark Ames, in March.

Macquarie Park is Australia’s most innovative postcode - but inspiration requires caffeination! Connect MPID are asking the local community to spill the beans on their favourite local cafe spots.

Macquarie Park was recognised at the 2nd annual National Health & Innovation Precincts Summit, last week.

Connect Macquarie Park Innovation District’s Board of Directors have marked the success of FY23 by endorsing our second Annual Report.

New data analysis from Connect MPID has revealed climbing activity levels in Macquarie Park, as people return in their highest numbers for four years.

As we swing into the season of Christmas parties, team catch ups, and late night shopping in Macquarie Park, Connect MPID is excited to share our new campaign; “Always Going Your Way”.