Renee Merrill-Maxwell
Renee is the Owner and Publisher/Editor-in-Chief of In the Cove, leading the publication's editorial direction, content, advertising and community partnerships. With a background in anthropology, she brings a natural curiosity about people and place to everything ITC publishes.
As a proud Lane Cove local, Renee sees the suburb not just as where she lives, but as her village, her network and her home. That connection is what drives ITC's commitment to stories that matter to the people who live here.
Lane Cove School Holidays Activities – Spring 2025
Spring is in the air, and the school holidays are on the way!
It’s the season for kids to get outdoors, get creative, and try something new — and as always, ITC has you covered....
Lane Cove Fun Run 2025 Returns — Sunday 14 Sep at Kingsford Smith Oval
The Lane Cove Fun Run is back on Sunday 14 September 2025 — and it’s shaping up to be bigger, better, and more energetic than ever! Whether you’re sprinting, strolling or cheering from the...
Flavours of the World Come Alive at Lane Cove Public School’s World Food Fair
Three years ago, a simple question sparked something special at Lane Cove Public School:“What’s the best way to celebrate the multicultural community of LCPS?”
That question was asked by Hajar, a passionate parent of two...
Lane Cove School Holidays Activities – Winter 2025
The winter school holidays are here and as always, ITC has you covered with a list of activities to keep the kids entertained! Whether you’re after a quick workshop or a full-day adventure, there’s...
Williams Syndrome Awareness Month 2025 – By Yumi Kwon
May is Williams Syndrome Awareness Month – a time to shine a light on a rare genetic condition that affects 1 in 10,000 people worldwide. For me, it's always a time of reflection –...
Lane Cove Tradie Guide
Looking for a great local tradie? We know how often locals ask for recommendations, so we’ve pulled together the Lane Cove Tradie Guide to make it easier to find trusted businesses that support our...
Burns Bay Dance Studios Joins National “Dance for Sick Kids” Challenge in 2025
Get dancing to help families with seriously ill children
Burns Bay Dance Studios (BBDS), a much-loved part of the Lane Cove community, is once again stepping up to make a difference through movement. From 12–18...
Lane Cove Mother’s Day Dining 2025
You don't have to leave Lane Cove to treat your mum to a special meal. We have some excellent Lane Cove Mother's Day Dining ideas!!! If you're looking at some in-home dining options -...
Lane Cove Mother’s Day Gift Ideas 2025
You don’t need to leave Lane Cove to find the perfect Mother’s Day Gift. We’ve put together a selection of gifts available ITC (or close by!), so get shopping! By the way, to make...
Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios May/June 2025 Exhibitions and Workshops
Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios continues to shine a light on exciting Australian contemporary art with a compelling line-up of exhibitions in May/June 2025. From expressive new works by exciting young artists to...