French Island: Victoria's remote off-grid community
Just 70km from Melbourne, French Island is home to 139 residents living entirely off-grid. Discover the challenges and charms of this isolated wildlife sanctuary, accessible only by ferry.
Just 70km from Melbourne, French Island is home to 139 residents living entirely off-grid. Discover the challenges and charms of this isolated wildlife sanctuary, accessible only by ferry.
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