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
Huge boost for little athletics club
Work on a $4 million upgrade to Deception Bay Little Athletics centre is expected to get under way within weeks.
$5 million lifeline for young people
A new $5.3 million Caboolture Youth Residential Rehabilitation Service has officially opened for young people with mental health issues.
New $17.5m PCYC taking shape
Construction is in full swing at PCYC Caboolture’s new $17.5 million purpose-built home on King Street.
"Drop the ego, not the bike"
RACQ is pleading with motorcycle riders to slow down as figures show Mt Glorious Tourist Drive and hinterland roads are among the state’s most dangerous.
"Suite" deal for waterfront venue
Lewis Land, which owns The Belvedere and The Komo in Redcliffe, has added another major venue to its peninsula portfolio.
Search on for mystery winner
Officials are urging Moreton Bay residents and visitors to check their tickets after a player won $100,000 in today’s Lucky Lotteries - but may not know it.
Doors to open at new $35m hotel
Dakabin Hotel, the new $35 million Comiskey Group development, will open on Wednesday - with thousands of dinner bookings already made.
Emus take Asia title at Redcliffe
Australia showed emus can fly with four teams soaring to gold in the 2025 Asia Pacific Youth Touch Cup at Kayo Stadium in Redcliffe.
Get ready to stitch, weave and create
It’s almost time for Moreton Bay region’s craft enthusiasts to thread their way to Redcliffe Library for the free Craftival 2025.
Diamond days for world-ranked Liam
Liam Adcock, the former Redcliffe Little Athlete, will jet to Japan today on the next leg of a globetrotting schedule in search of world gold.
