Macquarie University and the City of Ryde Council have been awarded a $499,000 technology grant to reduce heavy traffic congestion and improve connectivity at Macquarie Park.

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The joint Smart Transport Planning project has been announced as one of 52 successful projects totalling $28.5 million under Round One of the Australian Government’s inaugural Smart Cities and Suburbs Program.

The announcement was recently covered in the Northern District Times and the University issued a media release on the day.

Under the project, a 3D data atlas of real-time and historical transport data will be developed, to significantly improve traffic flow.

Deputy Vice-Chancellor Corporate Engagement and Advancement Professor David Wilkinson said the University had a long history of creating innovative solutions to real-time problems.

“The Smart Transport in Macquarie Park Project will establish an open and sustainable smart technology program across the Macquarie Park district, pulling together knowledge and expertise from both within the University, Ryde Council and our partners,” Professor Wilkinson said.

“I am confident that, thanks to this funding, together we will deliver a smart, effective plan that provides the local community with clear social, environmental and economic benefits.”

In addition to the Australian Government’s $499,000 contribution, Macquarie University and the Council of the City of Ryde will each provide $250,000 in co-funding to see the project become a reality.