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.
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Foodie Tuesday – Kangaroo Rogan Josh

Welcome back to our guest foodie blogger, Michelle from The Source Bulk Foods Lane Cove. In her continuing quest to share some family-friendly recipes, this time, she shares a dish using a less-common meat...
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Lane Cove Local Identity – Warm Up with Ewan Campbell

Lane Cove Local does Improvised Shakespeare in Post-Haste Histories We love finding out about interesting Lane Cove Local identities, and Ewan Campbell is no exception. Who knew we had Australia’s Number 1 TV warm artist...
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The A-Z of Lane Cove – Q is for Quirky

According to the Urban Dictionary Quirky means "something that is strange/not normal but cool'. Lane Cove has some very quirky features and ITC thought we would share some with you. Quirky Garden Features Austin Street seems...
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Fiji Cyclone Winston – Service Heroes Helping Hand

It's no secret that here at In the Cove we love Local Business. We think Lane Cove Businesses are a pretty generous and giving bunch, and this feel-good story, shared with us by Service...
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An Easy Care Garden by Branch Out Landscape Design

We all love a beautiful garden, but how do you maintain a garden when you have limited time and gardening skills? The answer is an Easy Care Garden.  We asked guest blogger Catherine Guard...
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ITC Making a Difference – Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea

In May 2016, ITC held a fundraiser for the Cancer Council - an Australia's Biggest Morning Tea. We were so touched by the large number of locals who joined us in indulging in some...
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Lane Cove Week in Review – 4 to 10 July 2016

Welcome to our Lane Cove Week in Review, for 4 to 10 July 2016. A quieter week, as is the norm during school holidays. New Childcare Centre Opened Blossoms Childcare & Early Learning Centre is now...
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June 2016 ITC Roving Reporter of the Month

Our Roving Reporters were on the ball again last month. We could not run In the Cove without you – keep up the good work. You have eyes all over Lane Cove!!! Announcing our June...
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The NAPA Centre Lane Cove – Therapy programs for people with disabilities

The Neurological and Physical Rehabilitation Therapy Centre (The NAPA Centre) offers traditional and non-traditional therapy programs for adults and children with disabilities. Louise Conn is part-owner of the centre, and she spoke to In the...
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Say Cheese!! Lane Cove Vet investigate your Pet’s Smelly Breath

Does your pet have smelly breath?? The good folk at Lane Cove Veterinary Hospital are on a mission to rid your home of cheesy dog and cat breath! Throughout July and August, they are offering...