Welcome to our Lane Cove News Week In Review.
Woman Dies After Northwood Car Crash
On Friday, 21st November 2025, around 4.20 pm, there was an accident on River Road, which resulted in the death of one driver, a woman believed to be in her 70s, and critical injuries to her passenger, another woman in her 70s.
The accident occurred on the bend between Galuwa Recreation Centre and Greenwich Public School and involved two vehicles; a hatchbatch carrying the now deceased woman and her passenger, and a sedan carrying two people. You can read the Police statement here.
During the initial aftermath of the crash, bystanders were quick to render assistance, call emergency services and begin traffic management.
Lane Cove Man Jailed Over Child Abuse Material
On Friday 21 November a man, 78, was sentenced by the Downing Centre District Court to two years and four months’ jail for child abuse material offences. He will be eligible for parole after serving one year and two months. We are requesting a copy of the file from the District Court and will provide further details later in the week.
The Lane Cove man previously pleaded guilty to three counts of possessing child abuse material accessed or obtained using a carriage service, contrary to section 474.22A of the Criminal Code (Cth).
Detective Sergeant Nicole Kenny said:
“Children are not commodities to be used for the abhorrent gratification of sexual predators.
“The AFP is committed to protecting the innocence of our youth from the lifelong harm and pain caused by the crimes of predators based in Australia and around the world.
“Our investigators should not have to be exposed to the vast quantity of horrific child abuse material found across the internet but are committed to taking every step to combat this horrific crime and bring those responsible to justice.”
The AFP and its partners are committed to stopping child exploitation and abuse and the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) is driving a collaborative national approach.
The ACCCE brings together specialist expertise and skills in a central hub, supporting investigations into online child sexual exploitation and developing prevention strategies focused on creating a safer online environment.
Members of the public who have information about people involved in child abuse are urged to contact the ACCCE. If you know abuse is happening right now, or a child is at risk, call police immediately on 000.
If you, or someone you know, is impacted by child sexual abuse and online exploitation, support services are available.
Research conducted by the ACCCE in 2020 revealed only about half of parents talked to their children about online safety. Advice and support for parents and carers about how they can help protect children online can be found at the ThinkUKnow website, an AFP-led education program designed to prevent online child sexual exploitation.
For more information on the role of the ACCCE, what is online child sexual exploitation and how to report it visit the ACCCE website.
16 Days Of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
From Tuesday, 25th November to Wednesday, 10th December, you can participate in the UN Women’s initiative 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.
Lane Cove Council is hosting two events in Lane Cove, including 1MinuteSilence4Violence in Lane Cove Plaza on Thursday, 4th December, and an author talk at Lane Cove Library on Monday, 8th December.
For details on these and other events happening in nearby local council areas see this page.
The 16 Days initiative began in 2000 and is a global call to action to protect women and girls from violence. In 2025, the campaign is calling all to UNiTE to End Digital Violence against All Women and Girls. You can read more about the campaign and key statistics here.
Berry Creek Pollution Incident
On Wednesday, 19th November 2025, a water main break in the St Leonards South precinct caused a significant amount of sediment to flow into Berry Creek.
Lane Cove Council has confirmed:
- Street gutters were immediately flushed and cleaned
- A boom was installed across the creek to stop further sediment
- An environmental contractor attended to assist with the clean-up
- Council has issued a Clean-Up Notice under the POEO Act and will consider penalties
- Ongoing monitoring is now in place
The full Council statement including relevant contacts can be found on Council’s website.
This is not the first time construction in the area has impacted Berrys Creek which is part of the 48 hectare Heritage Listed Badagai site. You can read our December 2023 article about an earlier pollution incident, as well as the heritage listing and significance of the area.
Top Neurosurgeon Guest Speaker At Lane Cove Rotary
Members and visitors to Lane Cove Rotary Club’s meeting on Tuesday 18 November were enthralled listening to Assoc Professor Brindha Shivalingam’s fascinating address – From My Brain to Theirs – My Life with Neurosurgery.
Brindha, a committed Lane Cove local for 41 years, is a neurosurgeon operating at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Chris O’Brien Lifehouse. While she has often been on the TV show RPA, attendees were privileged to hear her talk in person and learn much about the history of neurosurgery and developments going forward.
Brindha’s address concluded with an excellent question and answer session, including one about how she winds down after a stressful day at work. Her unequivocal answer – her dogs, her family, exercise and making the most of life because none of us know how quickly our health can deteriorate. Excellent advice that we all need to follow.
Fresh Christmas Trees + Supporting Locals = The Perfect Lane Cove Tradition!
There’s nothing like the smell of a real Christmas tree filling your home — and this year you can grab a gorgeous fresh tree while helping our local community groups raise much-needed funds.
There are pre orders options available or you can grab the family and pick out your favourite tree.
Make your home festive, support local schools and youth groups, and take the stress out of Christmas by ordering ahead.
Multicultural Belonging Day at Lane Cove Public School
Lane Cove Public School P&C and Sydney Multicultural Community Services are hosting a fantastic end-of-year community celebration — and everyone is invited!
Come along on Saturday 6th December for a vibrant day of multicultural performances and live music, kids’ activities and cultural displays, FREE multicultural food, performances by the LCPS bands and ensembles, community stalls, information stands and so much more.
This is a FREE community event, but please register here to help with catering numbers.
All the details and booking link here.
Bob Campbell Sports Field Now Open
The new sportsfield at Bob Campbell Oval officially opened for community use on Saturday, 22 November.
Council’s turf consultants have confirmed the field is now fully established and ready to welcome residents back. The timing couldn’t be better, with the oval set to play a central role in the upcoming Greenwich Village Games on the first weekend of December.
Cricket teams will also soon make their return with fixtures scheduled to resume from the second weekend of December.
The opening marks a major milestone in the ongoing Bob Campbell Oval Master Plan, delivering a revitalised recreational space for sport, play and community gatherings.
New Business Alert: Atti’s Cafe
In the Cove has just discovered Atti’s Cafe which is a delivery-only eatery with a commercial kitchen in Lane Cove bringing soulful South Indian comfort food straight to your door.
Born in 2024, Atti’s Cafe is Sydney’s fresh take on a timeless tradition. They cook out of a professional kitchen rather than a shopfront which means all their energy goes into flavour.
Think hot dosais, fluffy idlis and crispy vadais made with heart. Atti’s dishes are humble and bold, made to spark conversation, laughter and that laid-back chaos we all secretly love.
If you are craving comfort, culture or just a seriously good meal, Atti’s delivers the kind of food that tells a story with every bite. See their website and Instagram for more information.
Business Alert: New All-Day Breakfast at IGA Lane Cove Café
IGA Local Grocer Lane Cove Café has just launched an all-day brekkie menu – so you can enjoy your favourites any time you like.
From classics to fresh made-to-order options, it’s the perfect spot for a cosy catch-up or quick bite before you shop.
Pop in today and support a great local business.
Business Alert: Del Piero’s Cafe & Pizza Launches New Menu
- Italian Sausage & Fennel Pasta
- Premium Eye Fillet
- Classic Italian pizzas you already love
Upcoming Lane Cove Events
There is so much happening around Lane Cove. See below for a selection of what’s coming up. For a comprehensive list check out In The Cove’s Event Calendar.
Lane Cove Theatre Company’s Into the Woods Jr Last Chance to See if this weekend.
This is the final Lane Cove Theatre Company (LCTC) production of the year. Read more about the show here.
This production will showcase the talents of a vibrant young cast of local performers who come from several local schools, including Lane Cove Public, Lane Cove West Public, Hunters Hill High School, Riverside Girls High and St Michael’s.
It’s a perfect way to celebrate 30 years of LCTC bringing children’s stories to the Lane Cove public.
Into the Woods Jnr closes on 30th November 2025. – see our cover photo.
Get Festive with Jubilatte’s Gospel Sing-Along
Join Jubilatte for a joyful afternoon of music and singing to kickstart the festive season. Jubilatte is Sydney’s very own 13-piece gospel big band, blending soul, jazz, and traditional gospel. With a vibrant rhythm section, a powerful horn ensemble, and rich, soaring vocal harmonies, they deliver uplifting and heartfelt performances that will lift your spirits
When: Sunday 30 November 2025
Time: 2 pm – 3.30 pm
Where: The Canopy stage
How: Free. No bookings. Bring a picnic rug or low chairs and enjoy!
Celebrate International Day of People with Disability
Mark International Day of People With A Disability with these local events:
Tour Lane Cove Aquatic Centre with a free morning tea
Celebrate the International Day of People with Disability with free pool entry, morning tea, information session and inclusive facility tour. The event is delivered in partnership by Lane Cove Council and BlueFit.
When: Wednesday 3 December 2025
Time: 10:00am to 11.30 am
Where: Lane Cove Aquatic Leisure Centre
How: Free. Bookings are essential.
Lane Cove Cinema Club with Screenability
Enjoy 3 comedic short films at Pottery Lane Performance Space (rated PG and M). There are two sessions scheduled so more people can enjoy the films.
When: Wednesday 3 December 2025
Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm or 6:00pm to 7:00pm
Where: Pottery Lane Performance Space
How: Bookings are essential. Find out more and register.
Shakesperience Presents Hamlet
After being washed out last weekend a new performance date has been set – Sunday 7 December.
Multiple Accidents In Wet Weather
Friday, 21st of November, and Saturday, 22nd of November 2025, were very wet, and we saw a number of accidents around Lane Cove, resulting in one fatality, injuries, and significant traffic disruption.
As reported at the top of Week In Review, there was a fatality on Friday afternoon following a two-car accident in Northwood.
There were two other accidents on Friday afternoon; one near KFC and another near the notorious Mowbray Road bend.
On Saturday, there was a multi-vehicle crash on the corner of Mowbray Road and Centennial Avenue. Three ambulances and a fire truck responded. There was major congestion from Centennial Ave to Pacific Highway.
All incidents serve as a reminder to drive to the conditions and exercise additional caution and patience during wet weather.
Be Aware Of Parcel Theft
The following was posted on Lane Cove Chat By ITC on Sunday 23rd November:
“Hi Lane Covians! Just a heads-up that parcel theft has started up again now that we’re getting closer to Christmas.
I’m on Gordon Crescent and had a few parcels taken from the ground floor this week. I even left a note yesterday hoping a neighbour might return them, but this morning I found my other neighbours’ parcels opened and torn as well.
Please be careful and maybe avoid giving authority to leave for any upcoming deliveries. Stay safe and keep an eye out for each other!”
North Shore Police Area Command November Round-Up
North Shore Police Area Command have provided the below summary on incidents across the North Shore during November 2025.
Special Range PCA – Neutral Bay – 03/11/2025
A 19-year-old Granville man has been charged with traffic related offences after he was stopped by officers attached to North Shore Highway Patrol in Neutral Bay.
At 4.50 pm on the 3rd of November, police stopped a blue Honda Jazz, allegedly driven by the Granville man, on Military Road, Neutral Bay for the purposes of random testing.
Police had a conversation with the man, and he allegedly presented a New South Wales Class C Provisional P1 driver’s licence. Police allegedly observed that the male was using his mobile phone, and that the vehicle did not have any P Plates displayed.
The 19-year-old was subjected to a breath test, which allegedly returned a positive result. The man was arrested and conveyed to North Sydney Police Station for the purpose of a breath analysis.
At the station, the male submitted to a breath analysis and returned a reading of 0.048 grams of alcohol in 210 litres of breath. Whilst at North Sydney Police Station, the Granville man was also submitted to an oral fluid test which police will allege in court returned a positive result to Cocaine and Cannabis.
The male provided a secondary oral fluid test which was sent to the New South Wales Forensic and Analytical Science Service for analysis. He was also issued with a 24-hour prohibition from driving.
The Granville man was issued with a Field Court Attendance Notice for the offences of “Drive with special range PCA – 2nd offence”, “Learner or provisional P1or P2 licence holder use mobile phone while driving” and “Not comply P2 licence condition not display P plates”.
He is due to appear at Many Local Court on the 18th of December.
Additional charges are likely pending the results from the laboratory.
Graffiti – Artarmon – 04/11/2025
A 36-year-old Drummoyne man will face Hornsby Local Court after allegedly being caught graffitiing.
At 12.45 pm on the 4th of November, police were called to an address on Hampden Road, Artarmon in relation to a male acting suspiciously. Police arrived a short time later and allegedly observed the 36-year-old at the rear of the property using a black permanent marker to draw on the communal laundry door.
Police spoke with the man and seized the marker. The male was issued with a Field Court Attendance Notice for the offences of “Possess graffiti implement”, “Intentionally mark premises without consent” and “Enter enclosed lands without lawful excuse”.
Trespass/Possess Prohibited Weapon/ Possess Prohibited Drug – Mosman – 08/11/2025
A 47-year-old Cremorne man has been charged with numerous offences after allegedly entering a building site in Mosman.
Police will allege in court at 10.22 pm on the 8th of November 2025, the Cremorne man was seen to enter a residential building site on Muston St, Mosman via a live CCTV video feed.
Police arrived on scene 4 minutes later and located the male a short distance away. The male was arrested and his car which was parked nearby was searched. Police will allege that during a search of the male’s vehicle they located an automatic switch knife, a butterfly knife, a small amount of cannabis, a water pipe (bong), a crowbar and bolt cutters.
The 47-year-old was conveyed back to Chatswood Police Station where he was charged with “Enter inclosed lands without lawful excuse”, 2 counts of “Possess or use a prohibited weapon without permit”, “Possess prohibited drug”, “Possession of equipment for administering prohibited drugs” and “Possess housebreaking implements”.
The male was given strict conditional bail and is due to appear before Manly Local Court on the 18th of December.
Break and Enter – Northbridge – 21/11/2025
A 44-year-old North Parramatta woman has been charged by police after an alleged break and enter in Northbridge and police are still searching for 39-year-old Roseville man.
Police will allege that at 9.25 am on Friday the 21st of November the female and male attended an address on Eastern Valley Way, Northbridge wearing hi-visibility clothing. The pair used a power tool to gain entry to the property. This was witnessed by a member of the public who contacted police. While on the property, police will allege that the pair stole a lawnmower and approximately $1,000 worth of alcohol.
Police arrived a short time later and located the female still on the property. She was placed under arrest. Police believe the 39-year-old Roseville man left the scene prior to police attendance.
The female was conveyed to Chatswood Police Station where she was charged with “Aggravated Break & Entre dwelling etc in company steal <=$60000” and “Possess housebreaking implements”
The woman was refused bail by police and faced the Bail Division Court the following day where she was given strict conditional bail. She is due to appear before Downing Centre Local Court on the 4th of December.
Police are still searching for the 39-year-old Roseville man. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.
Possess Unauthorised Firearm – St Leonards – 23/11/2025
A 22-year-old Chatswood man has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm.
On the 23rd of November the male presented to Royal North Shore Hospital Emergency and was subsequently transferred to a secure ward. During the transfer process, the male’s bag was searched by hospital staff who located a black replica firearm with a magazine inserted and 3 x plastic bullet casings.
Police were called and secured the firearm. The male was placed under arrest and conveyed to Chatswood Police Station. At the station the male was charged with one count of “Possess unauthorised firearm”.
The male was refused bail by police and appeared before Hornsby Local Court the following day where he pleaded guilty to the charge. The male was sentenced to a two-year community corrections order with various conditions.
The replica firearm will be destroyed.
Possess Prohibited Drug – Mosman – 17/11/2025
At 8.10 pm on Monday the 17th of November, a 20-year-old Mosman man attended Mosman Police to report as part of his bail conditions. The male was 10 minutes late and was given a warning by police, before leaving.
About 8.25 pm the same day, male returned to the police station, however in this instance, police allege the male’s mouth and nose area were covered in a white powder. Police questioned the male about the powder on his face and police will allege in court that the male identified the substance as ketamine.
Police had cause to search the male and will allege that they located a small clear resealable plastic bag containing ketamine in the waistband of the male’s shorts.
The male was arrested and conveyed to Chatswood Police Station where he was charged with “Possess prohibited drug”.
The male was refused bail and is due to appear before Downing Centre Local Court on the 12th of December.
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