We’re excited to announce that Party Onbici has been welcomed as a member of the Smart Cities Council, a global organisation connecting cities, companies, and innovators working to build smarter, more sustainable urban environments.
This recognition marks a significant milestone for our platform and validates our unique approach to transforming urban cycling through community engagement and data insights.
What is Smart Cities Council?
Smart Cities Council is a global member-based ecosystem that brings together:
- City leaders and government officials
- Technology companies and innovators
- Universities and research institutions
- Community organisations and startups
Their mission is to help cities become more liveable, workable, and sustainable through smart technology and innovative solutions.
As a member, Party Onbici joins a prestigious network of organisations working at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and urban development.
Why Smart Cities Council Chose Party Onbici
The Smart Cities Council recognised Party Onbici as an innovative, community-driven startup that’s transforming how cycling and active transport are viewed in cities both in Australia and around the world.
What sets us apart is our unique combination of:
Community Building
Unlike traditional cycling apps focused on individual performance metrics, we connect riders for group rides that make cycling:
- Safer through increased visibility
- More social and enjoyable
- Accessible to beginners
- A regular habit, not just occasional recreation
Data Intelligence
Our platform enables councils and city leaders to gather valuable data on traffic flows, route popularity, and infrastructure usage.
City officials can:
- Visualise where people are riding and where they want to ride
- Identify bottlenecks and safety concerns in real-time
- Prioritise future investment in cycling infrastructure based on actual usage
- Measure the impact of new bike lanes and facilities
This data-driven approach is exactly what smart cities need to make informed decisions about active transport planning.
Proven Track Record
Party Onbici was selected as one of only ten mobility companies worldwide to participate in the Tier Mobility Foundation’s Sustainable Cities Challenge, where we collaborated with the City of Venice to design a community cycling initiative.
This international experience demonstrated that our model works across different cultures, languages, and urban environments - from the historic canals of Venice to the sprawling streets of Sydney.
How We’re Helping Cities Get Smarter About Cycling
Traditional cycling infrastructure planning often relies on:
- Outdated survey data that may not reflect current patterns
- Limited traffic counts from specific locations
- Assumptions about where people want to ride
- Reactive responses to complaints rather than proactive planning
Party Onbici changes this by providing cities with continuous, real-world data on how people actually use cycling infrastructure.
Real-Time Usage Patterns
See which routes are most popular at different times of day, days of week, and seasons. Understand where demand exists but infrastructure doesn’t.
Safety Hotspot Identification
Identify locations where cyclists deviate from planned routes or slow down significantly - indicators of potential safety concerns or infrastructure gaps.
Infrastructure Impact Assessment
Measure how new bike lanes, traffic calming measures, or other improvements affect cycling patterns and usage.
Community Engagement
Connect directly with an engaged community of cyclists who can provide qualitative feedback to complement quantitative data.
Pilot Projects for Your City
We’re inviting city councils, transport agencies, and community groups to collaborate through six-month pilot projects tailored to your specific goals.
Whether you want to:
Improve Cycling Safety
- Organise regular group rides on new infrastructure
- Gather data on route safety perceptions
- Build community confidence in cycling
Reduce Emissions
- Encourage modal shift from cars to bikes
- Track and measure CO2 reductions
- Build a cycling culture in your community
Increase Sustainable Tourism
- Create guided cycling experiences
- Showcase cycling infrastructure to visitors
- Build a reputation as a cycling-friendly destination
Build Stronger Communities
- Connect residents through group rides
- Foster social connections and wellbeing
- Create a sense of place and local pride
We’ll work with you to design a pilot that delivers measurable outcomes aligned with your smart city goals.
From Sydney to Venice to Your City
Our journey from a grassroots Sydney cycling community to international recognition by the Smart Cities Council shows that innovative solutions can come from anywhere.
What started as a simple idea - “wouldn’t it be better to ride with others?” - has evolved into a platform that:
- Connects thousands of cyclists
- Provides valuable data to city planners
- Demonstrates the viability of community-led active transport solutions
- Contributes to making cities more liveable and sustainable
The Smart Cities Council membership validates this approach and opens doors to working with cities around Australia and beyond.
What This Means for Our Community
For our riders, this partnership means:
- Better infrastructure as cities use our data to plan improvements
- Greater recognition of cycling as essential urban transport
- More support from councils and government agencies
- Stronger advocacy for cycling-friendly policies
For cities and councils, it means:
- Access to proven solutions for active transport challenges
- Evidence-based decision making for infrastructure investment
- Community engagement that actually works
- Measurable outcomes aligned with smart city objectives
The Future of Smart, Sustainable Urban Mobility
Being part of the Smart Cities Council ecosystem positions Party Onbici at the forefront of urban mobility innovation.
We’re not just building an app - we’re helping cities reimagine what urban transport can be when it’s:
- Community-driven rather than top-down
- Data-informed rather than assumption-based
- Human-centred rather than car-centric
- Sustainable rather than extractive
Together with the Smart Cities Council network, we’re building the future of urban mobility - one ride at a time.
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