EASTERN AUSTRALIAN MARKET REPORT

Market advances significantly.

COMMENT

As expected, prices opened dearer across the board following the lead from South Africa last week. Steady interest from Chinese customers over the recess was the reason.

FLEECE

Opened 5% dearer but settled to be around 4% dearer across all types.

SKIRTINGS

Similar to the fleece. Closed approximately 4% dearer for better types.

OPEN TOP

Nominally 3 to 4% dearer.