WiseTech Global extends gains on additional independent non-executive director appointment

** Shares of Australia's WiseTech Global WTC rise as much as 5.7% to A$73.71, their highest level since October 28

** Stock extends gains to the second straight session

** WTC has gained 11.9% so far in the week and is on track to log its best week since early April

** Stock has climbed 6.5% this November, marking its third straight November gain and topping the average November rise of 5.7%

** Logistics software maker on Thursday announced the appointment of Raelene Murphy as an additional independent non-executive director

** Stock down 39.2% this year, including session moves