Each week we bring together the most important Lane Cove news, community updates, council information, local sport highlights and upcoming events — all in one place. If you want to know what’s been happening in and around Lane Cove (and what’s coming up next), this is your go-to wrap.
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The key local stories, announcements and updates affecting our community this week.
Lane Cove Council Extraordinary General Meeting 2 February 2026 – Invitation List for the Galuwa Recreation Centre Official Opening
A notice of motion proposed by Councillor David Roenfeldt and seconded by Councillor Scott Bennison was tabled at the Lane Cove Council EGM seeking formal recognition of the long-term civic and executive leadership behind the Galuwa Recreation Centre. The project has been 15 years in the making.
The motion proposed acknowledging the contributions of former Mayors Pam Palmer, Andrew Zbik and Scott Bennison, former General Manager Craig Wrightson, and former Councillors who served during those mayoral terms, and inviting them to attend the Centre’s official opening on 6 February 2026.
Councillors Roenfeldt and Bennison spoke in favour of the motion, saying it was a long-standing tradition to invite former Councillors and staff to council events, and noted that former Councillor Daniel Strassbourg had been invited to the opening of the Lane Cove Skate park.
Councillor Bennsion said there was no policy on who should be invited to events, but there was an informal understanding that former councillors should be recognised for their work and their public service.
Mayor Merri Southwood spoke against the motion, saying that in her term as Mayor, she has never been involved in compiling guest lists for council events and that it is an operational matter for the General Manager.
Councillor Southwood said the guest list was prepared in December 2025 by council staff and was shown to her by the General Manager on her way to the Mayoral Memorial Service at Bondi. The only changes discussed with the General Manager were the removal of NSWROC general managers and the elimination of some duplicate names.
Due to budget constraints, the guest list was limited. The Mayor noted that the opening event is an opportunity to thank the external project team, show Lane Cove sporting groups the centre, and acknowledge funding from the NSW State Government.
The motion was defeated, with Councillors Bennison (One Nation) and Roenfeldt (ALP) voting in favour, Councillors Southwood (ind), Bryla (ind), Flood (ind), Greenwell (ind) and Kennedy (ind) voting against, and Councillors Little (ALP) and Taylor (ind) abstaining.
You can watch the webcast of the EGM here.
Back to School
On Monday, 2 February 2006, it was back to school day for public school students and also a big day for Kindergarten students (and their parents – tea and tissues morning teas!!)
Thank you to the Lane Cove Public School Kindy teachers for sending us this photo. The kindy kids must have felt so special.
Would love to see what other local schools have done – send us your photos (general photos please, no pictures of children).
Remember, school zones are in full force.
Smoky Haze
Over the weekend, due to bushfires north of Sydney, there was a noticeable smoke smell and haze over Lane Cove. One of our Longueville Readers took this photo at 6.40 am on Sunday, 1 February 2026, before the bushfire smoke blew away.
Probus Celebrates 50 Years
On Tuesday, 3 February 2026, Probus celebrated its 50th anniversary in Australia, marking its beginnings in Hunters Hill. A special event was held in Hunters Hill (technically, in the Ryde City Council area at Gladesville Sporties) to commemorate the milestone.
Special guests included former Prime Minister the Hon John Howard, Heather Ewart from ABC Backroads (who has now handed over the presenting) and Hunters Hiłł Mayor Zac Miles. ITC will be publishing a full wrap-up of the event soon.
There are Probus clubs in Lane Cove, Longueville and Hunters Hill. Probus Clubs are all around Australia and foster social connection and community well-being. Find out more here.
Lane Cove Pride Celebrations
The 48th Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival runs throughout February and March across Sydney and celebrates LGBTQIA+ culture with parades, performances and more.
To tie in with the wider festival, Lane Cove Council will host these upcoming events.
QueerScreen Free Outdoor Cinema
Movie: The Mitchells vs The Machines (PG)
When: Sunday 22 February
Where: The Canopy
Time: 4 pm – 6 pm
How: Details and link to book FREE tickets here.
Mardi Gras Sounds
What: An evening of party tunes and celebratory anthems bring Mardi Gras vibes to Lane Cove
When: Saturday 28 February
Where: The Canopy
Time: 6 pm – 8 pm
How: FREE. No bookings – just turn up and have fun.
North Shore Police Bleed4Blue
North Shore Police Area Command (NSPAC) have been rolling up their sleeves for the annual Bleed4Blue campaign, which sees NSW Police banding together to donate blood and raise awareness about the need for blood and blood product donations across the community.
See photos from their recent donation.
Lane Cove In The News
Where Lane Cove has appeared in wider media, including regional and national coverage.
Local MP’s Electoral Office Vandalised
The front windows of Lane Cove MP Anthony Roberts’ electorate office were again vandalised with graffiti, along with several other shopfronts on Victoria Road in Gladesville. You can read more in this article from The Australian.
Set Of Lane Cove Retail Sites Up For Sale
Do you have a spare $11M lying around? If so, you could throw your hat in the ring for some prime retail buildings in Lane Cove.
Three properties at 38-42 Burns Bay Road are for sale (fully tenanted). These properties are currently leased to Dymocks, Lifeline and Eyes 4 You. You can view the listing here and watch the agent promoting the sale below.
Lane Cove Council
Updates from Lane Cove Council, including decisions, consultations, works and local initiatives.
As we’ve previously reported, Lane Cove Council is rolling out a Food Waste Service from mid-February 2026. You can read the background in our article here.
From 16 February 2026, bins, caddies & guides will be delivered to stand-alone houses. Weekly collection from those stand-alone houses will commence from 16 March 2026.
Units, apartments, and townhouses will be able to join the program starting in February 2027.
In preparation for the rollout, there will be several pop-up information stalls in the coming weeks, allowing residents to learn more about the program and when and how to participate. There are plenty of dates, times and locations to choose from.
Pop Up Info Stalls
Lane Cove Plaza – Friday 6 February 3.30 pm – 5 pm
Lane Cove Aquatic Centre – Saturday 7 February 9 – 11 am
Galuwa Open Day – Sunday 8 February 10 am – 4 pm
Greenwich Shops – Thursday 12 February 10 am – 12 pm
St Leonards Library – Friday 27 February 10 am – 12 pm
Lane Cove Library – Wednesday 4 March 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
There are also two upcoming Food Waste Service workshops where you can learn about why reducing food waste is important, learn all about the new service, and discover simple, practical ways to manage food waste at home. There will be an open Q&A session and support for those interested in becoming Food Waste Champions in their local community.
Workshops
When: Wednesday 11 February 2026
Times: 10 am – 11.30 am OR 6 pm – 7.30 pm
Where: Cove Room, Lane Cove Civic Centre
How: FREE. Bookings required.
Amended Development Application For Pathways Grocery & Liquor Store
In The Cove previously reported that an IGA & Liquor store would open in the Pathways Aged Care Development at 4 Northwood Road, Northwood. We can now report that an amendment has been made to the Development Application, citing that IGA will not be the tenant and instead generic signage for a grocery and liquor store will be installed. No word yet on who will take up the tenancy.
Business Alerts
Notices and updates affecting local businesses, traders and services.
Nuvo Health – Longueville
Nuvo Health has officially opened in Longueville at Pathways Aged Care Development at 4 Northwood Road, Northwood on 2 February 2026.
They are open:
Monday – Friday
8 am – 6 pm
Saturday – Sunday
9 am – 1 pm
The Rambling Rose Mobile Bar
Say hello to The Rambling Rose Mobile Bar, which is a stunning vintage Spitfire caravan lovingly converted into a mobile bar and now calling Lane Cove home.
The Rose is proudly owned by locals Jenny and Simon Latus, who’ve lived in Lane Cove for over 6 years and are now first-time business owners.
Perfect for just about anything, The Rambling Rose can pop up at weddings, anniversaries, baby showers, hens and bucks parties, wine tastings, whiskey nights — even sweet sixteens (non-alcoholic, of course!). If you can dream it, she can pour it.
Contact Jenny on 0449 832 700 or via email.
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.
So Fresh Party @ The Canopy
So Fresh Party delivers the ultimate throwback dancefloor, packed with the biggest party hits from the 70s through to the 2000s. Expect wall-to-wall nostalgia, high-energy anthems, and an unforgettable live experience that will have you singing, dancing, and wanting more all night long.
When: Saturday 7th February
Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: The Canopy Lane Cove
How: Book now.
Repair Café Sydney North Open This Sunday
Repair Café Sydney North is holding its next community repair session this weekend, inviting locals to bring along broken household items and learn how to repair them with the help of skilled volunteers. The initiative focuses on reducing waste, sharing practical skills and extending the life of everyday items.
Where: Living & Learning Centre
When: Sunday 8 February 2026, 2 – 4 pm
Lane Cove Rotary Car Boot Sale is Back for 2026
The first Rotary Car Boot Sale of the year is scheduled for Sunday, 15 March 2026, between 9 am and 1 pm at the Lane Cove Council Car Park, Phoenix Street and Little Street, Lane Cove.
Don’t send your unwanted goods to landfill – sell them at the Lane Cove Rotary Car Boot Sale at Council’s Civic Centre Car Park.
This popular event is a great way for residents to sell their pre-loved household goods, providing the community with an alternative to buying new. The focus of this Car Boot Sale is for residents to sell unwanted household goods such as clothes, toys, household items, sporting equipment etc.
The goods may be sold from the boot of a vehicle, a table or racks within the allocated site.
This event is not for the purpose of business/commercial traders. Items being sold must be second hand.
Spots book quickly – secure yours here.
Curtain up for Lane Cove Theatre Company’s 2026 Season Opener
Lane Cove Theatre Company is bringing the much-loved Calendar Girls to Lane Cove. A perfect way to kick off their 2026 season
This hilarious and heartwarming play by Tim Firth is based on the true story of eleven women who dared to do something extraordinary: posing nude for a calendar to raise funds for charity.
First premiered in the UK in 2008, Calendar Girls has since become one of the most frequently produced contemporary plays worldwide. Expect laughs, tears, friendship and plenty of heart.
The Lane Cove Theatre Company’s season will run from Friday 20th February to Sunday 1st March 2026. Details and tickets.
Audition For Lane Cove Theatre’s Neighbourhood Watch
Tired of waiting in the wings? Lane Cove Theatre Company is holding auditions for their May 2026 production of Neighbourhood Watch, a comedy about an unlikely friendship.
Read about the characters being cast here.
Auditions are being held at the Living and Learning Centre on Sunday 22 February between 9 am and 3.45 pm and on Tuesday 24th February between 5 pm and 8.45 pm. More information on what’s involved here.
Local Sports
In the Cove is a massive supporter of local sport for young and old. If you have something you’d like us to mention about your local club’s events or achievements, check out our contact details at the bottom of the article.
Lane Cove Football Club Celebrating 90 Years in 2026
This year, Lane Cove FC is celebrating its 90th anniversary. As part of the celebrations, they are calling for photos you may have of the club over the years. If you have something you think is worth sharing, please email the club.
You can view some photos they’ve shared in recent years on their Instagram account and below.
Lane Cove Netball Club Registrations & Trials Open
Lane Cove Netball Club is accepting registrations across multiple age groups – from beginners, highschoolers and social 30+.
Some of these groups include team trials starting from next week. Check out their Facebook page and website for details.
Bring A Buddy Family Day For Junior Rugby
Lane Cove Junior Rugby Union club is hosting a ‘Bring a Buddy Day’ as part of their 2026 season launch.
It’s a perfect chance for a family outing to see what our club is all about! There will be a bouncy castle, face painting, games, and rugby drills for the kids and a relaxed atmosphere for the grown ups.
When: Sunday 1 March
Time: From 3 pm
Where: The Diddy
Crime, Accidents, Incidents
Police, emergency services and incident updates reported in and around Lane Cove.
Police Arrest – Motor Vehicle Thefts
Strike Force Sweetenham detectives have arrested a 22-year-old man who police will allege was recruiting youths to steal motor vehicles in exchange for money.
At a Lane Cove Community Safety meeting late last year, the crime prevention officer from North Shore Police Area Command noted that luxury car thefts in the lower North Shore were typically committed by teenagers paid by criminal gangs to steal cars.
North Shore Crime Wrap: January 2026
North Shore Police have released their January crime wrap, and it’s one of the more unusual ones on record. From an alleged backyard croc in Chatswood to armed robberies, break and enters, firearms offences and multiple bail breaches across the North Shore — it’s a big month for North Shore Police Area Command
Read the full breakdown of incidents here.
This Week in Review is sponsored by The Diddy
Looking for a local spot that ticks all the boxes? The Diddy is a much-loved Lane Cove favourite, serving up great pub food, cold drinks and a relaxed community vibe right in the heart of the village.
Whether you’re popping in for a casual family meal, catching up with friends, or heading along to one of their regular events like Musical Bingo, The Diddy is all about bringing locals together in a welcoming, easygoing space.
Proudly local and always lively, it’s the kind of place that feels like home — because for many Lane Cove locals, it is.
👉 Drop in, grab a table and see what’s on this week.
🌐 Visit: https://www.thediddy.com.au
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