Australian dollar rises

The Australian dollar has risen over the long weekend, landing at 71.61 US cents compared to the 70.92 US cents seen on Friday.

The local currency currently purchases $1.04 NZ dollars, as well as 4.827 Chinese Yuan; 78.21 Japanese Yen; 54.42 British Pounds; and 62.63 Euros.

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