History
The name originates from a lone hoop pine that had been planted by the Clarkson family, the first owners of the 4.6-hectare (11-acre) site.
The sanctuary began with two koalas called Jack and Jill. Lone Pine became known internationally during the Second World War when Americans, including Douglas MacArthur's wife visited the park to view the native Australian animals.
Read more about this topic: Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
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