The Australian share market has closed higher, with investors encouraged by the recent strength of global markets.At 1615 AEDT, the benchmark S&P/ASX200 index had risen 53.8 points, or 1.11 per cent, to 4,889.0 points - its highest close since April 2011.
29/01/2013 - 14:06
Share market closes higher
29/01/2013 - 14:06
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