Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Wildlife sanctuary in Fig Tree Pocket, Brisbane, Australia
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is a zoo in Fig Tree Pocket, Brisbane, Australia, dedicated to native wildlife. The facility holds enclosures for koalas, kangaroos, wombats, and other typical species of the continent, living in naturalistic sections.
The sanctuary opened in 1927 as a response to hunting that threatened koalas at the time, beginning with just two animals. The facility grew over the decades and extended its work to other threatened species of Australia.
The name recalls a solitary tree that once stood on the grounds and now serves as a symbol of preservation. Visitors can join keeper talks that show how staff work with the animals daily and share knowledge about native species.
The grounds lie west of downtown and are reachable by car, bus, or excursion boat from the cultural centre. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes as paths lead through open areas, and bring sun protection.
A large open enclosure lets visitors feed kangaroos that roam freely and approach people. There are also scheduled times when rainbow lorikeets can be fed by hand.
Location: Queensland
Inception: 1927
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 09:00-17:00
Phone: +61733781366
Website: http://koala.net
GPS coordinates: -27.53290,152.96900
Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:27
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