Suburbs / Hills District

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
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24 July 2026

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
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24 July 2026

“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
24 July 2026

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
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24 July 2026

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
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24 July 2026

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
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24 July 2026

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.

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Green light for recycled water
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24 July 2026

Green light for recycled water

Approval has been given to start the Wamuran Irrigation Scheme so farmers can use Class A recycled water for such as strawberries, raspberries and pineapples.

Flicking switch on Clontarf lights
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24 July 2026

Flicking switch on Clontarf lights

The multi-award-winning Christmas lights on Long Street are back with another stunning display to be switched on this Saturday (November 30) at 7pm.

Residents on notice at bay beach
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24 July 2026

Residents on notice at bay beach

Dog and horse owners will be given new boundaries when using a popular Moreton Bay beach next year.

Driving ahead with new road
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24 July 2026

Driving ahead with new road

Work on a new connection road in one of Moreton Bay’s fastest-growing areas, will start soon.

Kyle finishes with podium place
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24 July 2026

Kyle finishes with podium place

Redcliffe racer Kyle Evans says he “loved every moment” of his debut season in the Australian Formula Open (AFO) series.

Moreton Bay City Council Christmas closure 2024
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24 July 2026

Moreton Bay City Council Christmas closure 2024

The Christmas and New Year holidays will impact Council services. Here's a guide to what will be open - and when.

New indoor play centre to open
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24 July 2026

New indoor play centre to open

A new soft play café is set to open early next year at the site of a former supermarket by one of Moreton Bay's busiest roads.

Truckies revving up for toy run
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24 July 2026

Truckies revving up for toy run

Truckies are invited to join a special toy run across the Moreton Bay region to help families affected by domestic violence.

"It's mind-boggling" says winner
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24 July 2026

"It's mind-boggling" says winner

A Bald Hills man was stunned to find out his spontaneous decision to buy an Instant Scratch-Its led him to a $10,000 top prize.

Essential funding for Little Athletics centre
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24 July 2026

Essential funding for Little Athletics centre

Wamuran Little Athletics Centre has a jump start to the new season with $4400 from Coles Little Athletics Community Fund, for a new line marker.