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.
The Lane Cove Festival Continues…. More Fab Things to Do in Lane Cove 16th...
The month-long Lane Cove Festival featuring community and Lane Cove Council-run initiatives including live music, film screenings, talks, walks and workshops is continuing
Here are some things to do this weekend
Orienteering
Saturday 16 September, 9:30 am...
Smoke to Linger Over Sydney This Week
If you were up early today (11 September 2023) you would have seen and smelt smoke over Lane Cove.
Hazard Reduction burning by the NSW Rural Fire Service was due to take place on last...
Researchers Say Vaping Has the Potential to Be a Greater Respiratory Risk than Smoking
With three tobacco shops in the Lane Cove Village Area, vaping is something that local parents are concerned about. There were four tobacco shops but the one near Lil Lane Coffee shop is now...
Lane Cove Council Leads the Way on Raising Idling Emissions Near Schools
Recently The Age published an article about congestion around school zones. The article quoted Mark Stevenson, professor of urban transport and public health at the University of Melbourne who said air pollution as a...
Lane Cove News Week in Review 30th August to 6 September 2023
Welcome to our week in review.
Lane Cove Sport and Recreation Facility
Marking a milestone in the building of Lane Cove’s much needed Sport and Recreation Centre, Councillors, Council staff, NSW Government representatives and sporting group...
Here’s what new 60-day prescriptions mean for you and your hip pocket
From 1 September 2023, there are significant changes to how some common medicines are prescribed and dispensed in Australia. This means you could walk away from the pharmacy with 60-days’ worth of your usual...
Lane Cove Men’s Shed Shoulder to Shoulder – Meet Robert Woodbury
In the heart of Lane Cove, a remarkable man stands as a living testament to the enduring spirit of camaraderie. Robert Woodbury, a Vietnam veteran, embodies the motto "shoulder to shoulder" through his service...
Lane Cove Local Author and Illustrator, Aura Parker Bowerbird Blues Chosen as 2024 National...
The very talented Lane Cove author Aura Parker's book Bowerbird Blues has been chosen as the 2024 National Simultaneous Storytime book.
National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) is held annually by the Australian Library and Information Association...
Get Ready for the 2023 Lane Cove Fun Run – Run For Fun
The Lane Cove Fun Run is an amazing community event that raises money for the Lane Cove Public School. LCPS donates 10% of the net proceeds to Sydney Community Services.
The inaugural event was held...
How Can I Tell My Child is Ready To Start School Next Year?
When should I send my child to school? ITC knows this question well. ITC started school days after turning 5. It worked for me so why not my child? The problem is that their...