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
$15 million boost for wildlife hospital
A dedicated wildlife hospital will be built in the City of Moreton Bay, with $15 million funding confirmed today for the critical project.
Bella helping break the mould
Size is no barrier for Narangba’s Bella Sansom. Despite having the build of a runner, she is taking on Australia’s best in two ‘strength’ events.
New housing complex opens
A new social and affordable housing complex has been officially opened in Redcliffe - and more are on the way.
Key changes for highway upgrade
Motorists and pedestrians are being warned of changes to Dohles Rock Rd as part of the Bruce Highway upgrade.
School seizes RARE opportunity
Caboolture State School has seized a RARE opportunity to help schools in developing communities.
Moreton Bay bioblitz under way
Residents and community groups across Moreton Bay are being urged to join the Great Southern Bioblitz, which started today.
New display village set to open
The first display village in Moreton Bay's new city of Waraba will open on Saturday at the Lilywood Landings development.
Mousetrap scurries to new home
Mousetrap Theatre will raise the curtain this week on its first production at the company’s new home in Redcliffe.
Moreton Bay hotspot for families
New research shows the Moreton Bay region has emerged as Queensland’s growth hot spot for families.
Urgent appeal for foster homes
Moreton Bay residents are urged to consider being foster carers due to significant demand for children needing love and support in safe, stable homes.
