On a stop-start kind a day when rain interrupted the match at least thrice, the Australian batsmen scored at a brisk pace whenever they got an opportunity.
By the time rain stopped play for the third time on day two, only 21 overs could have been bowled but the Aussies had stolen 119 runs.
Australia were placed at a commanding 473 for six in 111 overs with Steven Smith and Michael Clarke completing their respective centuries.
Earlier, Australia had resumed on 354 for six in 89.2 overs.
