Live like Bear Grylls on your own private Aussie island

Owning a private island is the ultimate financial flex, but an island purchase needn’t break the bank.Johnny Depp bought one in the Bahamas and Richard Branson invites VIPs to his billionaire retreat Necker Island. Leo DiCaprio entertains his entourage on his Belize island and Celine Dion built a mansion on hers off the coast of Quebec.Even adventurer Bear Grylls flaunted his Welsh isle this week on Instagram. Australia's private island market has been buoyant since the pandemic, with a string of high-profile sales including Dunk Island, Lizard Island, Long Island and Hook Island changing hands in multi-million-dollar deals.From off-grid escapes to former resorts and working islands, these are some of the most intriguing private islands currently on the market around Australia.Boogee Boogee Island - Karuah River, NSW - $1 millionJust off the Pacific Highway, surrounded by the Karuah National Park, Boogee Boogee Island is a 66.7ha parcel with $1 million price hopes.Listed for $1m, Boogee Boogee Island is surrounded by river and national park. Picture: realestate.com.auThe riverfront landholding is marketed as a perfect getaway for outdoor lovers keen to find their private camping, b...