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 News Week in Review 31st August to 7th September 2022
Welcome to our Lane Cove News week in review.
Historic Northwood Home Goes Up in Flames
This week's most talked about story is the 62 Cliff Road Northwood fire. The historic home went up in flames...
Zjoosh Celebrates 10 years in Lane Cove
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the opening of Zjoosh Lane Cove.
All Day Event at Zjoosh Lane Cove
In celebration of the launch of the Zjoosh Spring fashion, bags and accessories, and as a way...
How the 2022/23 Budget Might Impact Your Tax Return
Jack Kewalram is a Lane Cove local and a Private Client Adviser with PSK Private Wealth. He would love to work with Lane Cove locals to help them with their financial goals. Jack has...
Blockbuster Weekend In Lane Cove 10 and 11 September 2022
This weekend, Lane Cove is coming alive with so many activities (many of them free).
Jesuit Mission's Bazaar at St Ignatius Riverview
It’s back!! A highlight on the Lane Cove Calendar is the Jesuit Mission’s Bazaar...
Fire Destroys Heritage Home at Cliff Road Northwood – Arson Unit Involved
Article Updated on 12 September 2022 and 14 September 2022
Arson Unit detectives addressed the media on 12 September to appeal for public assistance as they continue to investigate a suspicious house fire at 62...
Should Lane Cove Council Offer a Rebate on Reusable Nappies and Absorbent Hygiene Products?
In the last couple of years, local councils have been offering a rebate to induce locals to start using reusable nappies and sanitary products.
For example, the City Of Parramatta discovered that nappies and absorbent...
Meet Lane Cove Author and Illustrator Serena Geddes
Serena Geddes is a local writer and illustrator.
One of the books she illustrated was Hijab Girl.
This book is about an eight-year-old called Melek. She cannot find a character in a hijab for her Book...
Lane Cove News Week in Review 24th to 31st August 2022
Welcome to our Lane Cove News week in review.
Pedestrian Hit on Rosenthal Lane Near The Cake Man
The following was posted on Lane Cove Chat by ITC on 28th August 2022.
"My brother-in-law was crossing the...
Small E- Waste Bin Removed From Woolies Lane Cove – How To Recycle/Repair/Donate Small...
The Lane Cove Sustainability Action Group (LCSAG) are a committed group of volunteers who have been at the forefront of sustainability for years.
One of the programmes that LCSAG supported was the small appliance/e-waste bin...
Jesuit Mission Bazaar 10th September 2022
It's back!! A highlight on the Lane Cove Calendar is the Jesuit Mission's Bazaar held every year (except for the last two years) in September at St Ignatius College Riverview.
Up to 8,000 people of...