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.

Meet Lane Cove Local Kurt Ludke – Veteran and Invictus Australia Athlete

Kurt Ludke is a Lane Cove local and veteran who recently competed in the Invictus Games.  Here is his story. Switching the Australian Army uniform for a green and gold unitard, shorts and shirts. I...

2023 Lane Cove Christmas Carols

We have put together your guide to Christmas Carols in Lane Cove.  You have a few choices if you want to join in and have a singalong. Wednesday 29 November - Lane Cove Public School...

Lane Cove Council Residents Impacted by Government Cost Shifting

What is Cost Shifting? Cost shifting is when state or federal governments transfer, or ‘shift’, responsibility for providing a certain service, concession, asset or regulatory function to councils. Cost shifting is a significant problem faced by...

Lane Cove News Week 8th to 15th November 2023

Welcome to our week in review. Remembrance Day The annual Remembrance Day Service was held in Lane Cove Plaza on 11 November 2023. Graeme Davis, President of the Lane Cove RSL Sub Branch was pleased with the...

Fresh Christmas Trees for Sale in Lane Cove 2023

There is something nice about a fresh Christmas Tree.  The smell of pine wafting through your house.  Here is where you can buy your fresh Christmas Trees in Lane Cove and help out local...

Liberal Councillors Issue an Apology to Lane Cove Independents

In the March 2023 edition of The Village Observer, three Liberal Councillors inserted the following paid advertisement. The ad was published during the NSW State Election campaign, where an independent was standing in the Lane...

Lane Cove Tips on Recycling, Donating and Disposing of Hard To Recycle Items

We have the lowdown on where to recycle, donate or dispose of items (including hard-to-recycle items) for Lane Cove Locals. A to Z Item List The Sydney Library of Things The Repair Café Facebook...

Join The Sydney Library of Things With Their Special Christmas Price

With interest rates rising and the cost of living going through the roof, The Sydney Library of Things is offering a special annual membership joining fee. Now more than ever, we need a library of things. The...

Lane Cove Remembrance Day 2023 – Sergeant Alan Ahearn

Each year the Lane Cove RSL Sub Branch features a presentation about a Lane Cove local who has served in the Australian armed forces.   The presentations are always fascinating as they provide an insight...

Lane Cove Locals Can Get Involved in The Letterbox Project and Help Make Connections

The Letterbox Project is a national pen pal program fostering connection and community, with handwritten letters being sent across Australia to people feeling isolated and disconnected.   The project is co-ordinated by ConnectedAu. How often do...