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Police Arrest Man Allegedly Involved In Artarmon Home Invasion
A man has been charged following an investigation into an alleged home invasion on Sydney’s lower north shore last month.
About 8.30 pm on Monday, 3 November 2025, police were called to a house on Rimmington Street, Artarmon, following reports of a break-in.
Officers attached to North Shore Police Area Command arrived and were told three men, dressed in face coverings and one of whom was armed with a knife, allegedly entered the back verandah of the property and restrained a 49-year-old woman.
The woman’s hands were allegedly bound together with cable ties, and her phone was stolen. The men then entered the house and attempted to restrain a 52-year-old woman; however, they were unsuccessful. The group then allegedly stole an amount of cash before leaving the premises.
Police established a crime scene and commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident. NSW Ambulance paramedics assessed the woman for minor injuries but did not require transportation to the hospital.
Following extensive inquiries, detectives, with the assistance of the South West Metropolitan Region Operational Support Group, executed a search warrant at a house in South Granville on the morning of Tuesday, 9 December 2025, where an 18-year-old man was arrested.
During the search, police seized a mobile phone and a Toyota Corolla from the location for forensic examination.
The man was taken to Granville Police Station, where he was charged with kidnap in company with intent, serious indictable occasion actual bodily harm. He was refused bail to appear before Parramatta Local Court next Tuesday.
Busways Axes 12 School Bus Services from 8 Dec 2025
Busways is discontinuing 12 dedicated North Sydney school bus routes, affecting families across the Lane Cove area.
Schools impacted include: Anzac Park, Cammeray, Cammeraygal High, Loreto Kirribilli, Marist, Monte, NSB, NSG, North Sydney Public, Shore, St Aloysius’, and Wenona.
Several services such as 640w, 642w, 644w, 646w, 648w, 650w, 652w, 662w, 776w, 792w and 653w will no longer operate — with students directed to regular route alternatives.
Full details and alternative routes here.
1 Minute of Silence For Violence
On Thursday, 4th December 2025, locals paused in Lane Cove Plaza for 1 minute of silence in remembrance and acknowledgement of victims of domestic and family violence.
The initiative is part of the United Nations’ ‘16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence’
Lower North Shore Domestic Violence Network had a stall in the plaza for most of the day. Staff were on hand to answer questions and provide information on how to identify the different types of violence perpetrated against women and children, as well as what support services available in our area.
Lane Cove Rotary also had a Rotarians present to lend their support to the initiative.
Christmas In Lane Cove
On Friday, 5th December 2025, the festive season officially launched in Lane Cove. The village was abuzz with activity, even after a very hot and energy-sapping day.
In The Canopy, Bluey and Bingo once again delighted fans with their Christmas show (see our photo of pram parking). In the plaza, there was music from DJ Nacho Pop, Adult Glee Club and the Sydney Youth Jazz Orchestra. Attendees were also treated to performances from Lane Cove Dance Academy and Ra Ra Lions mini lion dancing troupe.
In between all of that, there was free craft with Busy Bees Lane Cove and Lane Cove Council (Council’s fan decorating was popular in the heat!).
Mayor Merri Southwood was on hand to light the Lane Cove Christmas tree. See our reel here.
On Sunday evening, Hughes Park was filled with music from Lane Cove Community Bands. Locals brought down their picnic rugs and dinner to enjoy some live music, including carols, at the popular annual event.
All images except the bottom left courtesy LCCB
Multiculturalism Celebrated At Belonging Day
On Saturday 6th December 2025, Sydney Multicultural Community Services and Lane Cove Public School P&C joined forces to host a day filled with music, food and shared appreciation of our multicultural society.
Federal MPs Jermone Laxale and Zali Steggall were in attendance and addressed the crowd, sharing their own experiences of growing up and living in multicultural Australia.
Bands and ensembles from Lane Cove Public School performed some of their favourite pieces learnt this year, as well as some Christmas carols. There were also cultural displays from local families and delicious food from multiple cultures.
Greenwich Games
Every four years, the Greenwich Community comes together for the Greenwich Village Games (their own version of the Olympics). The Games started in 1988 and have huge community support.
The Greenwich Village Games are a real community event. It is superbly organised. It does not matter if you are young or old, everyone can be involved (in fact, certain events require age groups from young to old and male/female). You did not need to be a supreme athlete to participate in the events. Over 1800 people competed in several events, including the new hobby horse race. It was also the first time Bob Campbell Oval had been used since the upgrade. The games feature a wide variety of events, plus the review.
The winners by one point were The Builders (going back-to-back). Their team captains are Kylie Dunlop, Andrew Dunlop and Nick Tindall.
Years ago, ITC wrote an article about how every suburb in the Lane Cove Council area should have a Greenwich-style game and at the end, the winners from each suburb battle it out for the Lane Cove bragging rights.
Colliers completes $13.7 million co-living property sale in Lane Cove as investor interest grows
Co-living is becoming a fast-growing investment trend as housing needs change and demand increases.
Colliers has sold Botanic Suites, a newly built co-living building at 47 Mindarie Street, Lane Cove, for $13.7 million. The property was developed by Daoud Investments Pty Ltd and purchased by Mindarie St Pty Ltd. The shareholders of Mindarie St Pty Ltd are John Koutsogiannis, Danny Koutsogiannis, Angie Stavridis and Joana Pavlakis.
The sale was managed by Colliers agents Harry Bui, Andrew Bui, and James Mullin.
Completed in 2025, Botanic Suites is a six-storey building with 27 fully furnished, self-contained apartments, a rooftop communal lounge and secure basement parking.
According to Harry Bui, Head of Asia Markets, co-living is becoming a key housing option as people look for affordability, convenience and a sense of community. He says co-living is more than a temporary trend—it reflects a major shift in how Australians think about housing.
Previously, co-living buildings were known as “new generation boarding houses.” Today, a property can only be called a boarding house if a community housing provider operates it.
Rotary Car Boot Sale
The Rotary Car Boot Sale returned to Lane Cove on Sunday, 7 December and was another fantastic success. Stall applications sold out quickly this time, and after Saturday’s extreme heat, everyone was grateful for a much cooler day in the Lane Cove Council car park.
This event is not only an essential fundraiser for Lane Cove Rotary, but also a brilliant way for our community to shop sustainably, support local sellers, and help families declutter their homes. And of course, it wouldn’t be a Rotary event without their legendary sausage sizzle — always a crowd favourite.
A huge well done to Rotary and all the stallholders. We can’t wait for the next one!
Lane Cove Christmas Lights Competition
It’s time to dust off the reindeer, secure the inflatables and untangle those lights — the Lane Cove Christmas Lights Competition is officially back for 2025! Sponsored by Rebecca Mitchell Raine & Horne
Whether you go all-out or keep it classic, we want to see your festive display. There are amazing prizes up for grabs, it’s FREE to enter and it’s open to all Lane Cove Council area residents.
Submit your home and get ready to spread some Christmas sparkle across the Cove. Details here.
Federal MP Acknowledges Lane Cove West Public School In Parliament
Member for Bennelong Mr Jermone Laxale MP posted the following in Lane Cove Chat by ITC this week, along with a video of him addressing parliament with a formal acknowledgement of Lane Cove West Public School’s fundraising efforts:
“Huge shout-out to the Lane Cove West Public School community for an absolutely incredible effort this year.
Raising nearly $33,000 for the Heart Foundation is no small thing. It’s a massive achievement and a reflection of the generosity, community spirit and drive that makes LCWPS such a special part of Bennelong.
And to Charlotte, the school’s top fundraiser; your dedication and heart behind your efforts inspired the whole community. You’ve made your family, your school and all of us very proud.
Well done, Lane Cove West. This is what community leadership looks like.”
Lane Cove Council
Free Child Car Seat Checking Day
Many choose to travel over the summer holidays, so now is the perfect time to get a free child restraint check. Experts will be on hand to fit, check, adjust and give advice about how to ensure you are using child restraints safely.
This is also an excellent opportunity to recycle any unused restraints. Council partners with Complete Car Care to recycle old restraints. You can drop them off on check-in day without a booking.
If you can’t make it on Saturday you can drop off at the Customer Service counter in the civic centre up until 5 pm on Friday 12th December. Council accepts child restraint recycling drop off at the desk in the week leading up to any of the quarterly Child Car Seat Checking clinics.
When: Saturday 13 December 2025
Time: 9 am – 1 pm
Where: Lane Cove Council Chambers carpark, 48 Longueville Rd Lane Cove
How: FREE. Bookings essential. Details and booking link here.
Business Alerts
New Business Alert: Dumpling Head Is Coming to Lane Cove
The former Wok Passion space has been completely stripped out and signage confirms that Dumpling Head will be moving in. The fit-out is still in early stages — the space is fully gutted with new tiling laid. There’s no confirmed opening date yet. But all signs point to Lane Cove welcoming this new dining option sometime in 2026.
Dumpling Head already operates a popular restaurant in Bondi Junction, and we noticed they appear on several food delivery apps. That gives us a sneak peek at the type of dishes we might expect when they open here. Think pork & chive dumplings, chilli wontons with spicy sauce, hand-pulled noodle bowls, crispy pork buns, vegetarian dumpling selections, sticky chicken wings, prawn dumplings & shumai.
Del Piero’s Italian Restaurant — delpieros.com.au
New Business Alert: House of Core Coming to Lane Cove
A sign has gone up next to Elia Bathrooms on the corner of Burns Bay Road and Penrose Street – announcing that House of Core, a Pilates Reformer studio is coming soon.
The signage also shows that they are currently recruiting instructors, so it looks like the studio is in the early stages of its fit-out and gearing up for opening in 2026.
We’ll keep an eye on the progress and let you know as more details emerge.
New Business Alert: Another Pathways Tenancies Named – Health Clinic + Pilates Studio
Guide Collective by Guide Healthcare will operate a health clinic offering access to Allied Health services, hydrotherapy, and a Pilates Studio. The company’s website says it will open in February 2026.
As previously covered by In The Cove, other tenants at Pathways include: IGA + Liquor, Natural Fall Hair Design. There is also set to be a medical centre, cafe and pharmacy on-site.
Business Alert: Hotel Urban Now Mecure St Leonards
ITC noticed this week that Hotel Urban on Pacific Highway is now Mecure St Leonards. we didn’t snap a photo because we were driving!
Located on the corner of Bellevue Ave, the hotel is very close to the hospitals and TAFE.
We found this hotel industry piece profiling Accor Group’s 2025 achievements. Here’s what it said about Mecure St Leonards:
“Mercure Sydney St Leonards – NSW
The return of Mercure Sydney St Leonards brings new energy to Sydney’s Lower North Shore. With refurbishments in the works, the 100 well-appointed rooms will be upgraded, and guests will be able to pick from private courtyards, balconies or spa suites. Ideally located near the Royal North Shore Hospital precinct and commercial hub, guests can relax in modern comfort with easy access to dining, retail and transport.”
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.
Santa Is Coming To Lane Cove
On Saturday, 13th December 2025, from 10 am to 1 pm, you have the chance to see Santa at the Canopy and get your photo taken with him!
Carols, Craft, Storytime + More
Check out a bunch of upcoming Christmas events in Lane Cove. We’ve put them all in one place for you here.
Last Makers Market For 2025
If you’re still searching for gifts on Sunday, 21st December, the Makers Market will undoubtedly have something for you.
Featuring handmade items from Artists, Jewellery, Ceramics, Kids’ Clothes, Plants, Jams, Linens and More. Head to Lane Cove Plaza and The Canopy as they come alive with an array of unusual, unique, handcrafted products you won’t find anywhere else.
Local Sports
Junior Rugby League 2026 Season Registrations Open
Is your league-loving child hanging out for footy season already? Lane Cove Tigers Junior Rugby League Club have opened registrations for 2026. See the poster below for more details.
Lane Cove Cats Earlybird 2026 Registrations Open
Do you have a child keen to play AFL in 2026? Check out Lane Cove Cats AFL Club and the poster below for details.
Crime, Accidents, Incidents
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This Week in Review is proudly sponsored by Del Piero’s Italian Restaurant
This week we’re proudly supported by Del Piero’s Italian Restaurant, who have just launched a brand new menu — and it’s an absolute winner for local food lovers.
Their refreshed seasonal dishes bring a beautiful mix of comfort and sophistication, with highlights including:
🍝 Italian Sausage & Fennel Pasta
🥩 Premium Eye Fillet
🍕 Classic Italian pizzas we all know and love
Del Piero’s is also now open for breakfast, serving rich, authentic Italian coffee in partnership with Lavazza — the perfect start to your day.
With imported Italian wines and thoughtfully curated new plates, Del Piero’s continues to bring delicious, modern Italian dining to the Lane Cove community.
📍 703 Mowbray Road, Lane Cove North NSW
🌐 delpieros.com.au
☎️ 02 9420 1179
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