Ferny Hills
About Ferny Hills
Almost entirely a residential suburb, Ferny Hills is located north Brisbane surrounded by the Samford Conservation park and neighbouring suburbs; Arana Hills, Everton Hills, Ferny Grove, Keperra and Bunya.
Ferny Hills adjoins Arana Hills, which in turn adjoins Everton Hills, and the three suburbs constitute what is known as the Hills District in the Moreton Bay Region.
Two primary schools are established within Ferny Hills; Ferny Hills State School and Patricks Road State School. A high school is in neighbouring suburb Ferny Grove.
Samford Conservation Park located in Ferny Hills is a pleasant and easily accessible spot for outdoor gatherings, horse riding, bush walking and mountain bike riding. Ironbark Gully is a popular picnic area in the centre of the park, where you’ll find plenty of shady trees, wood fire BBQs and undercover picnic tables.
Things to see and do in Ferny Hills
- Samford Conservation Park
- George Willmore Park
- Ferny Hills Library
Back for Great Tram Pull
Ferny Hills disability organisation Claire’s Cottage will return to the Great Brisbane Tram Pull, with its all-abilities team taking on the one-tonne tram and calling on the community to cheer them on.
Moreton Bay shops make Queensland’s top 10
Two Moreton Bay businesses, Lawnton Country Markets and VC Fruit Market, have been recognised among Queensland’s top 10 independent fruit and vegetable retailers for quality produce and outstanding customer service.
“Way too much” for Moreton Bay suburb
Major high-rise plans are “way too much” for Ferny Hills, according to Brian Battersby, who represented the area for 40 years. The former councillor told Moreton Bay City Council’s meeting last week he “strongly opposed” the proposals for developments up to 12 levels.
Get Groovin on Mothers’ Day
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Groovin in the Green in Ferny Hills with free live music, circus workshops, food, family activities and prize giveaways. Featuring Ellen Reed and The Ruby’s, this all-ages event runs 2–6pm at George Willmore Park.
What’s on in 2026 with free community events across the City of Moreton Bay
A full calendar of free community events is being rolled out for 2026, giving locals clarity on what’s happening and when.
New parks for school holidays
Four new and upgraded parks are opening across the Moreton Bay region ahead of the spring school holidays.
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Work to start on $540,000 upgrade
Work will start next month to improve safety at a busy intersection in Kallangur.
"Probably take a week or two"
Guy Schweitzer admitted today the enormity of his epic 4900km coast-to-coast run across the Australian continent - which ended yesterday in Scarborough yesterday - has not sunk in yet.
Home again after epic 4900km run
Guy’s home! After 11 weeks running coast-to-coast across Australia, 48-year-old Guy Schweitzer crossed the finishing line today at Scarborough Harbour Brewing.
Help shape Moreton Bay's future
Residents can help update Moreton Bay’s planning scheme which will address key issues such as off-street parking and retaining green space. *FREE TO READ **
Special picnic at new $6m parkland
The first phase of a $6 million parkland project in the City of Moreton Bay has been completed and residents are invited to join a special picnic today.
'Headsplitter' sends out warning
Issac Hardman has fought his way back into title contention with a dominatant display and victory in Sydney last night.
Jets "buzzing" for cup showdown
Moreton Bay United Jets are putting the finishing touches to preparations for a "special" night when the glamour of the Australian Cup comes to Wolter Park.
Hardman 'faces' up to new challenge
Issac ‘Headsplitter’ Hardman, who grew up in Caboolture and Deception Bay, will take the first step back into title contention tonight when he climbs into the ring at Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter.
Driving salute to swimming legend
A street in Rothwell has been given a golden upgrade in tribute to Australian swimming legend Leisel Jones.
Max lands magnificent seven
Max Cunningham, the former Grace swimmer now with Churchie, produced a stunning display at the Brisbane Short Course Championships.
