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.
School Holiday Entertainment – Tim Winton’s The Bugalugs Bum Thief
If you are looking for fun these school holidays, we have found some for you. Red Line Productions (owned by a Lane Cove Local) presents Tim Winton’s The Bugalugs Bum Thief.
Children love this classic...
Former Lane Cove Local Charlie Pidcock Conquers the English Channel
We published a story about long-time Lane Cove local Charlie Pidcock's plan to swim the English Channel a few weeks ago. We are pleased to report that 54-year-old Charlie completed the swim in 12...
Dr. Bridger Awarded AM in King’s Birthday Honours List
Every year, just before the King’s Birthday Honours are publicly announced, the media are sent an embargoed list of all the recipients with their suburb and postcode.
This embargoed list enables the media to contact...
Local Author Tamara Chavalle Releases But Baby, You’re Worth It
Content warning: This article refers to injuries and mental trauma associated with birth.
Local Tamara Chavalle (her pen name) has released her debut novel, "But Baby You're Worth It".
The book is a fictionalised memoir about...
Get that Job Workshops – Helping Lane Cove Residents to Get That Job
What does everyone featured in our cover photo have in common? They have all attended Lane Cove Council's Get That Job and found a job.
For the last couple of years, Lane Cove Council has been...
Winterfest and Neon Lights at The Canopy
Winterfest is now on in The Canopy and will continue until 21 July 2024. There will be light activations, a winter disco with illuminated hula hoops and roller skating at Sunset Diner.
Neon Lights
Light activations...
Plug In and Pay Up: Lane Cove Council Introduces EV Charging Fees
As of 1 July 2024, Lane Cove Council has implemented a charging fee for electricity used at public Electronic Vehicle (EV) charging stations in three Lane Cove Council-operated car parks: The Canopy, Lane Cove Market Square,...
Target Opening Day Set for Chatswood to Sydenham Metro Line
The Minister for Transport, Jo Haylen, has announced the target opening date for the Sydney Metro City as 4 August 2024.
This opening date is subject to final testing and regulatory approvals.
This city section of what...
Plastic Free July – Join the Challenge
Plastic pollution is a growing problem in Australia and around the world. But you can make a difference! Plastic Free July, a global movement, encourages individuals to refuse single-use plastics throughout July. This initiative...
Lane Cove Theatre Company Presents Radium Girls
The Lane Cove Theatre Company’s third production of the year is Radium Girls by D W Gregory, directed by Kathy Petrakis. The season will run from 9th to 25th August 2024
at The Performance Space at...
