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.
Goodman Lodges Mars Road Lane Cove West Data Centre Development Application
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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...
Flu Season is Here – Vaccinations Available from April 2026
Every year, thousands of Australians are hospitalised with the flu and many cases are preventable. Last year alone, more than 2.3 million flu vaccine doses were given across NSW. (Stat from NSW Health).
With flu...
What Do You Want to See Lane Cove Council Focus on in its Children...
Lane Cove Council is currently asking locals to comment on their draft Children and Families Strategy.
The Strategy is designed to set a clear direction for how Lane Cove Council will plan, deliver, partner and...
How Do You Know Your Child is Riding a Legal E-bike?
Today, Tuesday, 24 March 2026, laws giving NSW Police and Transport for NSW new powers to seize and crush illegal e-bikes were introduced to the NSW parliament, as part of the NSW State Government’s...