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
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.
World-first vaccine for koalas
An ecology and veterinary centre in the Moreton Bay region has helped develop a world-first vaccine to save koalas.
The Latest
Shade sail upgrades at The Mill
The Mill Playground in Petrie now has more protection from the sun thanks to shade structure upgrades.
Vital upgrade for "struggling" road
Early work will start this year on $75.7 million upgrades to a key road in Moreton Bay region.
Tip-ping point for Moreton Police
Moreton Police have launched Operation Tip, after the 10th life was lost, in Kippa-Ring, on roads in the district this year.
Moreton Bay winners in State Budget
A raft of major projects in the Moreton Bay region have received funding in today's State Government Budget 2025-26.
Canal clearing in "parked" boats row
Action is being taken after residents complained of boats “parked” for weeks and months in a Moreton Bay canal.
Master plan for historic village
Plans to revitalise Old Petrie Town historical village have been given a $2.5 million boost.
Deadlift stars going head-to-head
National champions and world title challengers are among the top entries for Redcliffe’s Biggest Deadlift next month.
Open now for 'healthy' grants
Unitywater is taking applications for its Healthy and Thriving Community Grants Program – for environmental projects in Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast and Noosa.
Community session on dam wall works
Seqwater is hosting community information sessions this coming week on the North Pine Dam Improvement Project.
Pitch perfect for "baseball heaven"
A "once-in-a-lifetime experience" awaits 12 Little League baseballers from Moreton Bay who are off to the World Series showpiece.
