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.

Police Investigating Delibrately Lit Fires in Lane Cove North

In November last year, two fires were deliberately lit at Rotary Field Lane Cove North.  Early this morning (11th January 2020) another two fires broke out in Lane Cove North and Chatswood.  Police believe...

5 New Activities to Try in Lane Cove in 2020

Are you in a rut? Do you want to learn something new? Why not try a course or workshop in Lane Cove? Art/Craft/Pottery/Ceramics Workshops and More at Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Space Gallery Lane Cove...
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Lane Cove Local Jobs

Two new local jobs Bridal Consultant We are currently seeking a “Bridal Consultant” for our brand new “Lane Cove” showroom opening 13th January 2021. We will initially be offering employment on a “Casual” basis dependant on previous...

10 Declutter Tips To Do Your Own Kondo

Have you heard about the Netflix series to help others achieve a level of tidying they have never imagined!!  Marie Kondo is taking Australia (and from what ITC sees on their instagram feed, Lane...

NSW Minister for Transport Passes the Buck on Lane Cove Intersection

The NSW Government has invested over $200 million towards congestion improvement projects by introducing the Pinch Point Programme. The Pinch Point Program aims to reduce traffic delays, manage congestion and improve travel times on Sydney’s...

The Lane Cove Sign Bomber

If you drive along Epping Road between Centennial Avenue and Longueville Road you will see a new addition to the landscape. A Lane Cove resident has spelt out Lane Cove with signs.  Here is the...

Lane Cove News Week in Review 15th to 21st December 2019

Lane Cove was alive with activity this week.  School finished for the year and residents are loving the extra parking at The Canopy. Lane Cove Water on its Way to  Armidale Over 225,000 litres of water...

Where to go if you need a Doctor on Christmas Day or New Years...

The Walk-in Specialist Emergency Clinic (WISE) is a stand-alone facility offering Specialised Emergency care based in the community. WiSE provides immediate medical attention when an accident or emergency requires more than a GP visit...

Two Lane Cove Men Charged after Cannabis Plants worth over $3.7 million seized in...

Five men (two from Lane Cove) have been charged and cannabis plants worth more than $3.7 million seized following investigations into the cultivation and supply of cannabis in Sydney’s North. Earlier this month, officers from...

Lane Cove Christmas Lights Winners 2019 Announced

Thank you to everyone who entered the Lane Cove Christmas Lights Comp.  It's so nice seeing all the lights and the joy it brings to the kids. Thank you to everyone who put out...