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.
Echoes of Lane Cove’s Past Uncovered in 64 Johnston Crescent Lane Cove
In Lane Cove, history lingers in unexpected places. At 64 Johnston Crescent Lane Cove, echoes of a farming life long gone, a cottage once called Thelma, and even a link to the Gladesville Bridge...
Lane Cove Art Prize Winners Announced – Your Chance to See and Buy...
The Lane Cove Art Society and Lane Cove Council's 60th Annual Lane Cove Art Award opened on Friday, 21 September 2025. The exhibition is showing at Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios until 4 October 2025.
First awarded...
Developers Eyeing Royal Pacific Hotel Lane Cove North for 20-Storey Redevelopment
A major redevelopment proposal for the Royal Pacific Hotel in Lane Cove North has been reviewed by the Housing Development Authority (HDA). The HDA has declared the proposed development a State Significant Development (SSD).
The...
Lane Cove Council Meeting September Meeting 2025
The Lane Cove Council September 2025 Meeting will be held on Thursday, 18th September 2025, at 7.00 pm.
Residents can write to councillors about any agenda item or issue. If you use the email address –...
Lane Cove Women’s Action and Information Group: 42 Years of Impact, One Final Goodbye
On Monday, 15 September 2025, a function was held to celebrate the achievements of the Lane Cove Women’s Action and Information Group (WAIG).
After 42 years, a difficult decision was made to wind up WAIG. ...
Man Charged Over Business Break-Ins Across Lane Cove, Lower North Shore and Northern Beaches
Earlier this year, In the Cove reported on a spate of break-ins targeting businesses in the Lane Cove Plaza. It turns out that the break-ins were allegedly committed by the same man who appeared...
Lane Cove – It’s Time to Count Birds – Aussie Bird Count 2025
Only one week to go before Australia’s favourite citizen science event. The official Bird Counting Week is from the 20th to the 26th October 2025
The Aussie Bird Count is a national celebration of our...
Your Chance to Visit the Artarmon Ambulance Superstation on Ambulance Appreciation Day
If you've ever wondered what goes on inside the Artarmon Ambulance Superstation, you can find out on Ambulance Appreciation Day on Friday, 19 September 2025.
You will meet your local ambulance crew and have the...
The Lane Cove Festival Continues…. Free Family Fun at The Canopy and Lots of...
The Lane Cove Festival, in partnership with Sydney Fringe, continues this week, with a strong focus on community events. There is also a wealth of music to enjoy this weekend with Lane Cove Live...
Lane Cove Live – Bringing People Together Through the Magic of Live...
Don't miss Lane Cove Live at the Lane Cove Plaza and Live Music Zone stages, all day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday, Sept 13 2025. It is part of the Lane...