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.
Lane Cove Locals are Officially in the Bennelong Electorate and Our New Federal MP...
On Sunday, 4th May 2025, Lane Cove residents woke up in a new federal electorate. We now live in Bennelong.
Our new Federal Member is Jerome Laxale (Labor). This is the first time that Labor...
Are Dogs Permitted In Lane Cove Post Office?
A few weeks ago, a Lane Cove Chat by an ITC member posted our cover photo and noted how well-behaved the dogs were in the Lane Cove Post Office.
There were three types of comments...
NSW Fire and Rescue Open Day 10 May 2025 10 am to 2 pm
The very popular NSW Fire and Rescue Open Day is on again this year. Kids love visiting their local fire station. The day is jam-packed with events. You can watch firefighting demonstrations, climb aboard...
Are The Unattended Property Laws Working ? Are Unattended Cars, Boats and Trailers...
In November 2022, NSW councils were given new powers to deal with abandoned property with the introduction of the Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act 2021 (“PSUP Act”).
It was the first change to impounding laws...
Lane Cove Business Round Up – January to April 2025
Welcome to our Lane Cove Business Round-Up for January to April 2025.
This article is about new businesses, closed businesses, renovations, refurbishments, businesses for sale, Commercial Development Applications, and businesses that support ITC by becoming...
Uncover Some Lane Cove History During Heritage Festival 2025
The Australian Heritage Festival is currently underway. It started on 18th April 2025 and will continue to 18th May 2025. This is the largest community-driven heritage celebration in Australia.
Working in partnership with event organisers...
Report Lane Cove Crime and Suspicious Behaviour Online
Some of you may recall we used to have a police station in Lane Cove. Some of you may also recall we used to see more police officers in Lane Cove. Now, as is...
Local and Independent News Association Collective Drive to Help Local News Publishers Like In...
Founded in 2021, the Local and Independent News Association (LINA) is a not-for-profit industry body supporting digital news publishers to increase the diversity, relevance and sustainability of news services in communities across Australia. LINA...
Lane Cove Theatre Company Presents The Shape of Things
The Lane Cove Theatre Company’s second production of the year is The Shape of Things at the new performance space at Pottery Lane.
The season runs from 14 to 25 May 2025. The play is written...
ANZAC DAY 2024 – MAJOR Ernest Henry Whitford MILLS MC and Bar
Another large crowd was in attendance at The Canopy for the 2025 ANZAC Day service.
Each year, the Lane Cove RSL Sub-Branch invites a Lane Cove Resident to talk about a relative who has served in the...
