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.
Meet Lane Cove Artist Phoebe Stone
Recently In the Cove published a story about the Lane Cove Art prize, and in the lead-up to that event, we thought it would be nice to showcase some local artists.
Last year Lane Cove...
Top 10 Misunderstood Road Rules – Do you agree Lane Cove?
In 2020 In The Cove published an article about the top 10 Most Misunderstood Road Rules. The article generated numerous comments.
In 2022 Transport for NSW updated its Top Ten Misunderstood Road Rules Guide (the...
5 Tips To Avoid Parking Fines in Lane Cove Car Parking Facilities
This post has been updated to include details of fines issued and cancelled in between 1 Jan 2024 and 1 May 2024
Lane Cove Council owns or operates several car parking facilities in Lane Cove...
Lane Cove News Week in Review 28th June to 5th July 2023
Welcome to our week in review, and this week Lane Cove locals asked the ubiquitous question - Why are helicopters flying over Lane Cove? Answer: It was an Army training exercise.
The following was posted...
Lane Cove News Week in Review 21st to 28th June 2023
Welcome to our week in review.
Lane Cove Sports and Rec Facility - Stage 1 Demolition Delayed
The proposed Lane Cove Sports and Recreation Facility is to be an 8-court facility. Lane Cove Council resolved that...
Do You Pour Oil or Paint Down the Sink? – If Yes, Don’t!
Are you ever tempted to pour used cooking oil down the sink? Just turn on the tap and flush it all away. What about that half-used tin of paint in the cupboard? It would...
Pilates in Lane Cove – Which Studio is right for you?
With so many Pilates options popping up around Lane Cove, deciding where to start your journey can be difficult. Industry expert, Liane Geeves, owner of Pilates Connection (who has operated in Lane Cove for...
Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios July 2023 Exhibition – Objectified
In July 2023, Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios will present a new exhibition, ‘Objectified’. The exhibition is First Nations art from the Macquarie University Art Collection, curated by acclaimed artist and outspoken activist...
The Compost Revolution has hit Lane Cove
Want to cut your waste in half? Or you might be looking at reducing your carbon footprint. Teach your children about the circle of life by composting. It's time to join the compost revolution.
There...
Lane Cove News Week in Review 14th to 21st June 2023
Welcome to our week in review.
Lane Cove School Zone Parking Fines
Over the weekend, the Sydney Morning Herald reported that Lane Cove was second on the list of the most parking fines per school in...