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.
180 apartments proposed for Chatswood Dive site – Traffic Concerns and School Questions Resurface
Key Points Discussed
NSW Government developer Landcom is proposing a 23-storey build-to-rent tower (180 apartments) at 607 Pacific Highway on the former Chatswood Metro construction site.
A 1,000-student primary school was promised for this...
Fresh Push to Redevelop 166 Epping Road Lane Cove with Twin Towers Up to...
Key Points Discussed
Developer Epic Doncaster Pty Ltd is seeking approval for twin towers of 16 and 23 storeys with ground-floor commercial space and 15% affordable housing at 166 Epping Road.
The land is...
Two More Data Centres Planned for Lane Cove West Business Park
Key Points Discussed
Lane Cove West now has five data centres built, approved or in planning — two existing AirTrunk facilities, a new AirTrunk proposal, Goodman's Project Mars, and a new DC Alliance proposal.
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Goodman Lodges Mars Road Lane Cove West Data Centre Development Application
Key Points we discuss
Goodman's 90MW "Project Mars" data centre is proposed for 12 Mars Road — a 3-storey, 28.3m building on the edge of the Lane Cove West industrial zone.
The nearest homes...
Lane Cove History 2026 Prize – Tell Your Lane Cove Story
Ever wondered about the story behind your street, your family, or a local landmark? The Lane Cove Historical Society (LCHS) is inviting locals to help preserve and celebrate the rich history of Lane Cove...
The War on Indian Myna Birds in Lane Cove
Indian Myna birds are an invasive species and a significant pest in urban environments.
They pose a threat to native birds and animals that nest in tree hollows, as they aggressively compete for space. Mynas...
Meet Lane Cove Local Claire Moffat Author of The Phoenix Project
Lane Cove author Claire Moffat has published The Phoenix Project, a new book exploring career reinvention for women over 50, with much of the manuscript written at Lane Cove Library, where the official launch...
Lane Cove Easter Trading Hours 2026
For those staying In the Cove over Easter, we've trawled the local businesses to find out who will be open over the Easter break.
So if you NEED a coffee on Good Friday or Easter...
Lane Cove Be On The Lookout for Crypto Scams – It Can Happen to...
North Shore Police Area Command has asked In the Cove to help raise awareness about a growing number of residents being targeted by cryptocurrency scams. These scams are not just aimed at the elderly;...
Lane Cove Crime Stats – Shoplifting, Intimidation and Stalking and Sexual Offences Trending Upwards
The NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) has released its crime statistics for the period ending December 2025.
The good news is that overall crime is essentially flat, down 1.2% when comparing the...
