It’s been another busy week in Lane Cove — here’s what you need to know.

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Lane Cove News

Redesign Requested for Development of 300 Burns Bay Rd

Planning NSW has pushed back on the proposed 300 Burns Bay Road towers, telling the developer the three-tower, 225-apartment proposal is overdevelopment and must be substantially redesigned.

However, the developer has now lodged a separate early works application covering demolition, site preparation, bulk excavation and the removal of 32 trees.

If approved, demolition could proceed even if the main development application is still unresolved. Submissions on the early works DA close on 1 July 2026.

Read the full update on In the Cove.

Commuters Blindsided by Service Changes

Changes to some Lane Cove bus services began on 21 June. Some locals say they were not properly consulted or clearly notified before they came into effect.

One of the biggest concerns raised with ITC is the change to the early Route 253 service, with the 6.05 am and 6.35 am services merged into one 6.25 am bus. For commuters who need to be in the CBD early, especially essential workers, the question is simple: what is the realistic alternative?

Read the full story here.

Fire at Trouve Street Garage

Around 4.30 pm a fire broke out in a residential garage on Trouve Street, just off Bridge Street in Lane Cove.

Police, Fire and Rescue NSW and NSW Ambulance attended the scene and the fire was contained. In the Cove received multiple reports during this time of smoke being visible from around the Lane Cove area.

The video we’re sharing was taken before emergency services arrived, showing how intense the fire was in the early stages.

On Monday 29 June Fire and Rescue NSW advised In the Cove that they are continuing their post-incident investigations into the cause of the fire.

Thank you to our roving reporters for helping us to keep the community informed.

Additional Charges Laid in Relation to Kidnapping

NSW Police have charged a second man following an investigation into an alleged kidnapping in Sydney’s north last year. Police allege a man was assaulted and kidnapped at gunpoint at Ryde in June 2025, before later being returned to his vehicle in Hunters Hill.

A 28-year-old man was arrested at Rooty Hill on Wednesday and has been charged with 17 offences. He was refused bail to appear at Mount Druitt Local Court.

Anyone with information that may assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Information is treated confidentially.

Read more here including a link to the NSW Police statement.

July School Holiday Guide

School holidays kick off with the home time bell this Friday afternoon, 3 July. We’ve put together a guide of local and nearby activities for kids to do over the break.

There are programs for all ages and also some tips for things to do as a family.

Check it out here.

New Outdoor Gym at Blackman Park…Almost

Once open, users can try the pull-up and chin-up bars, gymnastic rings, monkey bars, jump boxes and more, all on fresh softfall right by the river.

The refresh comes out of the Blackman Park Masterplan Update, after locals told Council the old gear needed an upgrade. The gentle mobility equipment near the playground is still there too, so there is now something for every fitness level.

In the Media

Lane Cove Residents Fear a “Data Centre Tsunami”

The Australian Financial Review has reported on community concern over a cluster of up to five data centres planned for Lane Cove West’s light industrial precinct. Read the AFR article here.

Business

New Business: House of Core Pilates

Lane Cove has a new boutique Pilates studio. House of Core is opening on Burns Bay Road, and locals are invited in for a free Taster Saturday before the doors officially open.

Drop in to meet the team, take a look around and try a complimentary 20-minute class. There will be a coffee cart and treats too. Places are limited to 12 per session and run first come, first served.

Free Taster Saturday: Saturday 4 July, 9.00 am to 12.00 pm. Tasters every 30 minutes.
Where: 244 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove
Official opening: Monday 6 July

Read more about House of Core here.

New Business: The Noodle Order

The Noodle Order is coming to The Village Shopping Centre (upstairs above Helloworld and across from Harris Farm Markets).

We don’t have all the details yet about what’s on the menu, but you can follow them on Instagram to see what they’ll be bringing to Lane Cove. If you love noodles then check them out @thenoodleorder.

Have Your Say

Open Council Consultations

Lane Cove Council has a number of open consultations seeking community feedback:

Anglo Road, Greenwich — Proposed Road Closure — Closing 9 July 2026
Draft Civic Art Collection Policy — Closing 15 July 2026
Draft Fire Safety Policy — Closing 21 July 2026
Draft Planning Agreements Policy — Closing 21 July 2026
Draft Affordable Housing Policy — Closing 21 July 2026
Draft Revised Events Management Policy — Closing 21 July 2026

See Council’s portal for links to relevant documents and how to submit feedback.

Upcoming 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.

World Cup Screenings at The Canopy

Wednesday 1 July, 11:00 am — Mexico vs Ecuador
Thursday 2 July, 10:00 am — USA vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
Friday 3 July, 9:00 am — Portugal vs Croatia
Friday 3 July, 1:00 pm — Switzerland vs Algeria

NAIDOC Week First Fridays: Lino Print Activity in the Plaza

Lane Cove Council is marking NAIDOC Week (5–12 July 2026) with a special First Fridays session in the Plaza. Jacky, an artist with Boomalli Aboriginal Artists Co-operative and a proud Gamilaroi and Dunghutti woman, will open the session with a demonstration before kids get hands-on creating their own narrative about Country, using pre-made lino cutouts to stamp their own stories onto paper.

When: Friday 3 July 2026
Time: 3 pm – 4.30 pm
Where: Lane Cove Plaza, Lane Cove
How: Free. Just turn up.

War Stories with US Marine Edward H. Carpenter

On American Independence Day, Lane Cove Library welcomes former US Marine Edward H. Carpenter for a talk on his book Blue Helmet, drawing on his experiences as a warfighter turned UN peacekeeper. Edward will share stories from war zones around the world including the people he met, what holds communities together when things fall apart, and why he now calls Australia home.

When: Saturday 4 July 2026
Time: 2 pm
Where: Lane Cove Library, Library Place, Lane Cove
How: Free. Bookings essential. Register on Eventbrite here.

Lane Cove Theatre Company Auditions: All Things Must Pass

Lane Cove Theatre Company is holding auditions for All Things Must Pass by David Potter, directed by Luke Derrick. The play is an intimate, time-bending exploration of friendship, fame, grief and the legacy of music, set in the wake of John Lennon’s death.

Auditions: Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July 2026
How: Details and bookings.

Tickets for LCTC’s August comedy After Dinner (21–30 August) are on sale now.

Repair Cafe Sydney North — July Sessions

Repair Cafe Sydney North will be open the next two Sundays with their great team of volunteers on hand to help fix rather than replace. Jewellery repairs are available on both dates, with ceramics repairs added on 12 July.

When: Sunday 5 July and Sunday 12 July 2026
Time: 2 pm – 4 pm. Arrive from 1.30 to get a repair slot.
Where: 180 Longueville Road, Lane Cove
How: Free. Donations welcome.

Tai Chi by Judy

A relaxing, low-impact session suitable for all ages, run by Judy across three Wednesdays in July. A gentle way to start the morning and improve balance, flexibility and calm.

When: Wednesday 8 July, Wednesday 15 July and Wednesday 29 July 2026
Time: 9.30 am – 10.30 am
Where: The Canopy, Lane Cove
How: Free. Just turn up. Weather dependent.

Evolution: Founders of the Indigenous Art Movement

Join Gallery Lane Cove to celebrate the opening of Evolution: Founders of the Indigenous Art Movement, a landmark exhibition curated by Brenda Colahan featuring works by Emily Kame Kngwarreye, Tommy Watson, Albert Namatjira, Barbara Weir, Ronnie Tjampitjinpa and more. RSVP is required.

When: Wednesday 8 July 2026
Time: 6 pm – 8 pm
Where: Gallery Lane Cove, 164 Longueville Road, Lane Cove
How: RSVP here.

Local Sports

NRL Star Meets Tigers’ Teams

Crime, Accidents & Incidents

Stolen Domino’s Bike

On Friday 26 June at around 3.10 pm In the Cove witnessed what appeared to be a group of teenagers riding e-bikes and fat bikes around The Canopy.

During the incident, one individual allegedly took a Domino’s delivery bike and rode off towards the far end of The Canopy near the lifts. We have a clear photo of the individual, however we have deliberately not shown that image because the person appears to be a minor.

We’re sharing this to encourage parents to have a conversation with their children and to ask everyone in the community to keep an eye out. If your child unexpectedly came home with a new e-bike, fat bike or a Domino’s delivery bike, please ask where it came from.

Likewise, if you see someone who appears too young to be working for Domino’s riding a Domino’s delivery bike, please contact NSW Police.

Stealing — Chatswood — 6/6/2026

A 20-year-old woman from St Marys and a 20-year-old man from Penrith are due to face Hornsby Local Court after allegedly shoplifting in Chatswood.

About 3.30 pm on Saturday 6th June, police will allege that the female and male were both in a retail store in Chatswood CBD when they were observed by a Loss Prevention Officer to take multiple items of property. Both parties then allegedly proceeded to leave the store without making any attempts to pay for the items. Police further allege both the female and male placed the stolen items into a vehicle before returning to the retail store for a second time.

Police arrived a short time later and spoke with both individuals. Police had cause to search the vehicle and will allege that during the search they located further stolen retail items from a separate store. The total value of the allegedly stolen property exceeded $2,000.

The St Marys woman and Penrith man were arrested and transported to Chatswood Police Station where they were both charged with stealing offences. The pair are due before Hornsby Local Court in July.

Assault — Chatswood — 12/6/2026

A 45-year-old Killara man has been charged with assault after allegedly assaulting another customer in a fast-food take-out line in Chatswood.

About 12:45 am on Friday 12 June, police will allege the Killara man was waiting in a fast-food outlet in Chatswood, with the victim also standing in line nearby. It will be alleged in court that the Killara man asked the victim to purchase him food, which the victim declined multiple times. Police will allege in court that the Killara man grabbed the victim by the throat and pushed him to the ground before yelling at him. The Killara man momentarily left the area before attempting to confront the victim again, when a bystander intervened and stopped him from returning.

Police arrived a short time later and were initially unable to locate the Killara man. However, whilst police were conducting inquiries, the Killara man returned to the fast-food outlet. Police arrested him, at which time it was discovered he was also subject to multiple outstanding warrants. He was conveyed to Chatswood Police Station for the execution of the warrants and charged with assault.

The Killara man was refused bail and will face Hornsby Local Court in July.

Malicious Damage — Lindfield — 13/6/2026

A 54-year-old Bankstown man has been charged after allegedly attempting to set fire to a vacant building in Lindfield.

About 5.30 pm on Friday 13 of June, police will allege the Bankstown man entered a vacant apartment block and lit fires in at least 2 different ground-floor units as well as another fire in the garden of the property.

A passer-by alerted emergency services after hearing multiple smoke alarms and observing active fires within the building. It is alleged that the witness saw the Bankstown man at the location stating he set fire to it.

NSW Fire and Rescue attended and extinguished the fires, noting the smell of accelerants and the presence of multiple ignition points. Police arrived a short time later and located the Bankstown man at the location behaving erratically. He was assessed by paramedics before being arrested and transported to Chatswood Police Station.

The Bankstown man has been charged with “Damage property by fire/explosion” and was refused bail. He will face Hornsby Local Court in July.

Located Elderly Female — Neutral Bay / Mosman — 16/6/2026

An 84-year-old Neutral Bay woman with dementia was located safe and well after going missing in the Cammeray area.

On Tuesday 16 June the 84-year-old woman from Neutral Bay contacted a family member, stating she had fallen in the Cammeray area and needed help. Due to her dementia, she was unable to disclose her immediate location and emergency services were contacted.

Officers attached to North Shore Police Area Command, with assistance from PolAir, conducted an extensive search of the area. The woman was located about 6km away in bushland near Athol Hall, Mosman, after dark. When found, she was responsive but confused and required assistance. It is believed that she walked from Neutral Bay to the location before falling.

NSW Ambulance paramedics attended and transported the woman to Royal North Shore Hospital for further assessment.

Stolen Vehicle — Mosman — 11/6/2026

A 17-year-old Macquarie Fields male has been charged following the recovery of a stolen vehicle from Mosman.

Between 10 pm on Wednesday the 10 June and 6 am on Thursday 11 of June, police will allege a home in Mosman was broken into and a set of car keys was stolen. A white Audi station wagon, which was parked outside the residence, was subsequently stolen.

About 11 pm on Thursday 11 June, police will allege they were patrolling Annandale when they observed the white Audi station wagon. Police conducted checks on the vehicle which revealed it was the stolen Audi from Mosman.

Police stopped the vehicle and the driver, a 17-year-old male from Macquarie Fields, was arrested and searched. Police will allege they located 2 black gloves, a mobile phone and a garage fob key in his possession. Further checks revealed the 17-year-old was breaching multiple bail conditions at the same time. He was taken to Newtown Police Station where he was charged.

The Macquarie Fields teen is due before Surry Hills Children’s Court at the end of June. Investigations into the break and enter are ongoing.

This Week is sponsored by Sydney Speech Clinic

Sydney Speech Clinic’s therapist-led July Holiday Groups are back in Lane Cove these school holidays. Run from the clinic at Ground Floor, 1 Pottery Lane, the small-group programs help children build confidence, communication, social skills and independence through hands-on activities that feel fun and purposeful.

There is something for a range of ages and stages:

S.P.A.R.K. (ages 4 to 6): a brand new inclusive program built around social connection, play, regulation and kindness. Tuesday 14, Wednesday 15 and Thursday 16 July, 9.00 am to 11.00 am.

C.H.E.F.S.: cooking and food prep that builds independence, teamwork and real-world life skills. Monday 6, Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 July, or Wednesday 15, Thursday 16 and Friday 17 July, 9.30 am to 11.30 am.

S.T.E.M. WhizKidz (ages 7 to 11): hands-on STEM challenges that build social skills, teamwork and friendships. Wednesday 8, Thursday 9 and Friday 10 July, 1.30 pm to 3.30 pm.

Spots are limited to keep a high therapist-to-child ratio. To find out more or book, visit sydneyspeechclinic.com.au or call 02 8404 0715.

Read more about the July Holiday Groups on In the Cove.