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.
Celebrate Lane Cove Library’s 70th Birthday – Enter Their Bookmark Design Competiton
Lane Cove Library is busy. It has one of the highest lending rates in NSW and is a cultural and community place where residents can borrow books, enjoy workshops, and obtain information.
For the last 70...
How to Make Your Lane Cove Home a Backyard Habitat
Lane Cove is leafy Lane Cove and you can do your bit to make it even greener.
Lane Cove's Backyard Habitat Programme
The Lane Cove Council's Backyard Habitat Program provides on-site advice, resources and free plants...
Curiosity and Creativity to Fly in Lane Cove West Public School’s New STEM Rooms
After many years of planning and fundraising, Lane Cove West Public School officially opened their new Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) classrooms on Tuesday, 26 May 2025.
Funded through parent contributions and a donation...
Greenwich’s John Curtin Finalist in NSW Palliative Care Volunteer of the Year
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Volunteer Services Support Program (VSSP), a program designed and delivered by Palliative Care NSW (PCNSW) and funded by the NSW Ministry of Health.
To celebrate the program’s 10-year milestone, Palliative...
Soft plastics Recycling Returns to Woolworths Lane Cove
A soft plastics recycling bin has returned to Woolworths Lane Cove. This marks the expansion of a trial around the country run by the Soft Plastics Taskforce (SPT), which is made up of the...
Lane Cove Local Artist Anne Marie Cummins Debut Exhitbition Fearless Female
“Fearless Female” marks the debut exhibition by artist and designer Anne Marie Cummins, exploring a theme that has resonated deeply with her throughout her life.
In reflecting on her creative journey, she sees a consistent...
Lane Cove Council Says No To CCTV to Stop Illegal Dumping at Blackman Park
Over the last couple of months, Lane Cove Chat by ITC members have been noting that Blackman Park is becoming a dumping ground and have queried what steps Lane Cove Council can take to...
Get Involved in Lane Cove Council’s Environment Week
World Environment Day is on 5th June 2025.
Last year Lane Cove Council ‘s sustainability efforts were recognised at the Local Government NSW Excellence in Environment Awards where Lane Cove took out three Awards, including...
Lane Cove Council April 2025 Meeting
The Lane Cove Council March 2025 Meeting will be held on Thursday, 22nd May 2025, at 7.00 pm.
Residents can write to councillors about any agenda item or issue. If you use the email address –...
Find Out About Gai-mariagal Festival Lane Cove 2025 Events
The Gai-mariagal Festival was founded in 2001 and aims to raise awareness of First Nations People living in the Northern Sydney region. Festival events include workshops, art exhibitions, performances, films, talks and more.
The Gai-mariagal...