Major miners dig in to lead Australian stocks higher

The mining sector was the biggest gainer during Tuesday trading, with property the biggest loser. (Steven Saphore/AAP PHOTOS)

The local bourse has gained ground for a second straight day, this time with the mining sector leading the way.

The benchmark S&P/ASX200 index on Tuesday rose 35.1 points, or 0.45 per cent, to 7,824.2, while the broader All Ordinaries gained 36.3 points, or 0.45 per cent, to 8,081.2.