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.

Lane Cove News Week in Review 14th to 21st February 2024

Welcome to our week in review. Another wet week, with the Lane Cove Golf Course closed and sporting grounds closed (except for Blackman Park). Lane Cove Catches Tay Tay Fever On Friday, 16 February 2024, Lane...

Don’t Be Standing on the Outside Looking In – Last Stand Chisel Barnes Show...

After the huge success of the Kick INXS and AC/DC, Celebrating Queen Live Tribute bands in the Canopy, the Lane Cove Council's next tribute band concert is The Last Stand Chisel Barnes Show in...

Bag Snatching at a Funeral – Planned or Opportunistic?

On Thursday, 1st February 2024, an ITC reader attended a funeral at Saint Mary's Catholic Church in North Sydney. She arrived early, around 9:15 am, as the service was scheduled to begin at 10 am,...

Lane Cove Council February 2024 Meeting

The Lane Cove Council February 2024 Meeting will be held on Thursday, 22nd February 2024.  This is the first meeting of the year. Have Your Say – Be Part of the Process Residents can write to Councillors...

NSW Govt Planning Proposals – Which Lane Cove Properties are Impacted?

NOTE THIS ARTICLE WAS PUBLISHED IN FEBRUARY 2024 - THE DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING HAS RELEASED NEW INFORMATION, BUT IT HAS NOT BEEN GAZETTED YET- IN THE COVE WILL BE PROVIDING AN UPDATE AS SOON...

Lane Cove News Week in Review 7th to 14th February 2024

Welcome to our week in review. Update on 62 Cliff Road Northwood 2022 Fire News.com.au has reported that Adams Kipkosgei Bett, a Kenyan National, has pleaded guilty to intentionally or recklessly damaging property. He will be...

Shakespeare at The Canopy Lane Cove – A Midsummer Night’s Dream is Coming ...

You may have seen Shakespeare at the Beach and Shakespeare in the Park; get ready for Shakespeare at The Canopy on Thursday, 22nd February 2024 and Friday, 23rd February 2024, from 6 - 8...

Lane Cove Guide to Playgroups 2024

Are you new to the area and want to meet some local families, or have a baby and need to get out of the house and chat to some other parents or carers of...

Lane Cove Local Penelope Ransby’s Memoir: A Life on The Go

Lane Cove local Penelope Ransby has lived in Lane Cove for a long time.   This is in direct contrast to her younger years when she attended six different schools in three countries. Penelope has...

Lave Cove North Residents – What’s Happening at West Chatswood Library

West Chatswood Library is the neighbourhood branch of  Willoughby City’s library service.  The library is located at 565 Mowbray Rd W., Lane Cove North With plenty of parking in the side streets, a visit to...