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.
Lane Cove Council Meeting December Meeting 2025
The Lane Cove Council December 2025 Meeting will be held on Thursday, 11th December 2025, at 7.00 pm.
Residents can write to councillors about any agenda item or issue. If you use the email address –...
Twelve Dedicated School Bus Services Axed by Busways
Since Busways took over Region 7 buses (the buses that service the Lane Cove Council Area), there have been complaints of buses being delayed or not turning up.
Now, Busways have advised that from 8...
Lane Cove Takes Action on Food Waste: In 2026 A New Service to Help...
Food is something we all enjoy—and something we often waste without realising. Whether it’s buying more than we need, cooking bigger portions than necessary, or forgetting leftovers at the back of the fridge, the...
Fresh Christmas Trees for Sale in Lane Cove 2025
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...
Lane Cove Council Meeting November Meeting 2025
The Lane Cove Council September 2025 Meeting will be held on Thursday, 20th November 2025, at 7.00 pm.
Residents can write to councillors about any agenda item or issue. If you use the email address –...
Five Health Benefits of Line Dancing and Where You Can Line Dance Locally
We recently noticed that Sydney Community Services was offering Line Dancing classes. ITC wondered who would be interested in Line Dancing Classes. But according to an article published The Conversation by Danielle Le Lagadec,...
Bluey and Bingo Are Coming to the Canopy Lane Cove – 5th...
UPDATE - TIMES HAVE NOW BEEN PUSHED BACK 5,6,7pm due to the heat. Lane Cove Counicl will put up some shade in the Canopy and misting fans in the plaza plus drink bottles for...
NSW Health Raids Shuts Down Two Tobacco Retailers in St Leonards
The NSW Government’s crackdown on illicit tobacco and illegal vaping has ramped up, with two stores in St Leonards being shut down for 90 days under new laws. The raids were carried out by...
Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios November 2025 Exhibitions and Workshops
Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios continues to exhibit a compelling line-up in November 2025.
All exhibitions are free to attend. You can visit Gallery Lane Cove and then enjoy some of Lane Cove's eateries.
In...
Lane Cove Historical Society Announces their 2025 History Prize Winner – Tarban Creek...
On Tuesday, 28 October 2025, the Lane Cove Historical Society (LCHS) announced its 2025 History Prize Winner.
In addition to announcing the winner, Pam Palmer, LCHS president, announced that the Lane Cove History Prize had been...