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
Sport sheltering from Cyclone Alfred
Sports clubs and organisations across Moreton Bay region are putting matches and training on hold ahead of Cyclone Alfred. Here’s a snapshot of announcements made …. so far.
Bree's drive inspires 'golf girls'
North Lakes resident Bree Edwards is part of a team helping to drive the rising number of women playing golf.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred: Going door-to-door
Emergency services are today door-knocking low-lying areas of Moreton Bay region which may be “flood impacted” by high tide and severe weather.
Tropical Cyclone Alfred: sandbags ready
Residents across the Moreton Bay region are today following the warnings and preparing for Tropical Cyclone Alfred. Full list of sandbag stations.
Candle lighting to honour women
BPW Moreton Bay will “honour women, inspire change and light the way for a brighter future” in a special ceremony next week.
Camping ban on public land
Moreton Bay City Council has today voted to change Local Law Guidelines and ban camping on public land.
“Austin’s resilience inspires us every day.”
A Warner mum has shared the story of her brave five-year-old son to help support those Australians living with a rare disease.
Tillies' debut caps remarkable month
Redcliffe-born Laini Freier, who played junior and senior football in Moreton Bay, has followed her twin sister and become a Matilda.
Swap Day for Cubeez collectors
Minecraft Cubeez collectors across the Moreton Bay region are being given a special one-day boost this weekend.
'Open' support for Charlize tribute
Plans have started for a permanent tribute to Charlize Zmuda, the teenager who died after a shark attack off Bribie Island earlier this month.
