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.
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...
Lane Cove News Week in Review 26th June to 3 July 2024
Welcome to our week-in-review.
Transport for NSW Issues List of Bus Changes Due to Metro Launch
This week, Transport for NSW released a list of northwest and north shore bus routes that will either have route...
Transport for NSW Releases Bus Changes To Take Effect When Chatswood Metro Line Opens
Article Updated 4 July 2024
Transport for NSW is introducing changes to bus routes due to the launch of the Sydney Metro line from Chatswood to Sydenham. The changes to bus services will start in...