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
Bella medals on national debut
Narangba’s Bella Samson capped a remarkable national debut by twice stepping up onto the medal podium.
"Critical time" for museum
The campaign to save and “ensure the survival” of Caboolture Warplane Museum is gathering pace - and support.
Pitch perfect for cricket club
The Lakes Cricket Club will be calling Burpengary Sports Complex home for at least the next five years.
Surprise result in eDNA survey
A monitoring project has revealed platypus are more widespread in the City of Moreton Bay than first thought.
Vale Greg Rollason
One of Moreton Bay’s most dedicated community volunteers, Greg Rollason, has left a “hole that will not be filled”.
"We're not done yet!"
Moreton City Excelsior have surprised many by reaching tomorrow’s Australian Championship semi-finals - but not those inside the club.
Tree root trouble in Moreton Bay
Two Moreton Bay suburbs are among the worst for tree roots blocking wastewater pipes, according to Unitywater.
Helping wildlife feel at home
Moreton Bay Wildlife Hospital Foundation has teamed up with AVID Property Group – which has started construction of Elan in Warner – to help local wildlife.
Marina unit plans rejected
Proposals for a major development of 67 units, in two five-storey buildings, at Sandstone Point have been rejected.
History beckons for Moreton City
Moreton City Excelsior will fly south this weekend aiming for an historic day to follow last Friday's "classic night" in the Australian Championship.
