Jacky Barker
Jacky Barker is the founder of In the Cove and now contributes as a journalist to the independent local news source she created. A former lawyer and long-time Lane Cove community advocate, Jacky established In the Cove to help residents stay informed, connected and engaged with local news, events and issues that matter. Her contribution to the community has been recognised through several local awards, including Lane Cove Woman of the Year in 2017 and 2023.
The Data Centre Boom on Our Doorstep: In the Cove’s Full Coverage
In the Cove has been following the rapid expansion of data centres in and around Lane Cove West since early 2025. Below is a complete guide to our coverage, from the first planning applications...
Who Can Sell Emu Eggs – It’s Complicated
Recently, a Chatswood grocer sparked significant online interest by selling fresh emu eggs. After that story gained attention on various media outlets, ITC was sent a photo showing fresh emu eggs advertised for sale...
Share Your Lane Cove Library Story – Just Like Nagi from Recipe Tin Eats
The NSW State Library's FY2024/25 release puts Lane Cove first in the state for the second year running, with Mosman closing nearly the entire gap in twelve months.
NSW Government Announces Scheme to Reduce E-Bike Clutter on Footpaths
At a Glance
$6.6m grant: NSW Government scheme could see Lane Cove Council receive up to $200,000 for e-bike parking and rider behaviour measures.
Eligible but unnamed: Transport for NSW confirms Lane Cove is...
NSW Introducing Tough New Laws on Nitrious Oxide Cannister Sales
At a Glance
What's happening: NSW Government announced tough new laws on 3 July 2026 to crack down on nitrous oxide, also known as "nangs", abuse.
When: New rules take effect from November 2026,...
Lane Cove Gets Foxy
In the Cove regularly receives fox sighting reports, and our cover photo is a fox spotted in Lane Cove recently.
The photo was sent to us by a resident who told ITC that four of...
Does This Writing Look Familiar To You? Help Catch Scorpio or Bullit a Caucasian...
At a Glance
What: AFP and NSW Police are seeking public help to identify the author of more than 100 letters sent to MPs, religious groups and community leaders since 2015.
Who: The author...
Lane Cove Community Group Joins National Push to Halt Data Centre Approvals
At a Glance
What: Lane Cove Responsible Planning Group has joined a national alliance calling for a halt to new data centre approvals until stronger planning protections are in place.
Who: The alliance includes...
Timetable Changes to Lane Cove Buses – Lane Cove Commuters Not Consulted
You may have recently seen a media announcement about changes to Sydney Buses, which began on 21 June 2026. Commuters (and ITC) checked the information regarding North Shore, and it did not appear to...
Planning NSW Pushes back on 300 Burns Bay Road Towers — Developer Lodges Seperate...
At a Glance
Planning NSW has told the developer that the proposed three-tower, 225-apartment development is overdevelopment and must be substantially redesigned.
The developer's response to Planning NSW was due 23 June 2026. As...