Jacky Barker

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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.

Valentine’s Day 2021 Lane Cove – Lane Cove

Are you lucky enough to have a partner who believes in love and more importantly showing their love? Do not read on if your partner thinks Valentine’s Day is a made up day by...

The Lane Cove River Road Rollercoaster Challenge by Our Expert Running Coach Andy Smith

Our resident running expert Andy Smith from North Shore Running and Outdoor Fitness last month put  together a "Run a Lap Of Lane Cove Challenge." This month Andy Smith has put together another Challenge called The River...

The Propagating Gardeners Huge March 2021 Plant Sale is Back

Needs some new plants?  Don't want to break the budget buying them?  We have the solution!! The Huge Plant Sale is back on again but this time to allow social distancing it is by...

Be on the Lookout for Cane Toads

A small number of cane toads, believed to have been brought into the State from Queensland, have been detected at various locations in NSW, prompting a call today from the NSW Government for residents...

Local Lane Cove Honey

As most of us know, bees are a critical link in our food chain.  Globally, including in Australia, bee populations are under pressure for a variety of reasons.  The consequences for agriculture are significant. ...

Lane Cove Local Rian Cobb’s Tribute for i4give Day

​The families of four children who were tragically killed by a drunk and drugged driver have launched an annual forgiveness day with the NSW Government's support. Siblings Antony, Angelina and Sienna Abdallah and their cousin...

Lane Cove News Week in Review 24th to 30th January 2021

It was a hot hot hot Australia Day, and this meant that not as many people attended the events in the Lane Cove Plaza and The Canopy on Australia Day.  Our cover photo shows...

Lane Cove Local Stephen Miller – A Man Who Wears Many Hats

Sitting at the lights on Longueville Road recently, I spied Lane Cove local Stephen Miller, now off duty and heading home from his job as School Crossing Supervisor at Lane Cove Public. After the...

Four Lane Cove/Greenwich Residents Recognised in 2021 Australia Day Honours List

Four Lane Cove/Greenwich residents have been recognised in this year's Australia Day’s honours list. The Governor-General today announced the Australia Day 2021 Honours List, recognising 845 Australians. Included in the list are: 571 recipients of awards...

What’s Open in Lane Cove on Australia Day Public Holiday 2021

Tuesday 26th January 2020 is the official Australia Day Public Holiday.  Here is the rundown on what will be open!! Most Coffee shops are open, but they may open a tiny bit later and close...