Would anyone have knowledge of the ship Australie which I believe arrived in Melbourne in November 1854 carrying immigrants (I presume Bounty Immigrants). The name interests me as it is obviously French, and why would a French ship be carrying immigrants to Australia at that time? I am searching for a HILL FAMILY (Joseph, Esther,William, James,Charles, Louisa, Esther(jnr) David, Mary Ann, Emma and Henry and a couple of others) and I believe they may have been on this ship. Any information about the ship and/or passenger list would be very appreciated. Chris.