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In a series of emails following recent reporting the JAA says that its six-year-old dispute with Expertise Events "is dead and buried”.

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“It’s dead and buried”, JAA closes chapter on industry dispute -

Jewellers Association of Australia (JAA) president Joshua Sharp has made the first move in what may be seen as a step towards unifying the industry. Read More »

Just now • By Angela Han

The newly minted gold, platinum and diamond-encrusted coins represent examples of fine numismatic craftsmanship and feature fancy colour diamonds from Western Australia’s now closed Argyle Mine.

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Australian pink diamonds highlight Opulence Collection -

Aurom, a new company from Kunming Diamonds, has been named the premier global partner and distributor of the Royal Canadian Mint’s Opulence Collection.... Read More »

2 days ago • By Samuel Ord

Ronnie Bauer, vice-president of the JAA issued an apology: “I acknowledge that between 2016 and 2019 I was not on the [JAA] board and as such I was not privy to any negotiations that were conducted by the JAA and Expertise Events".

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JAA vice president retracts comments and apologises -

In a surprising turn of events Jewellers Association of Australia (JAA) vice president Ronnie Bauer has retracted recent statements made about Expertise... Read More »

25/11/2022 • By Angela Han

Earlier this week, Financial Services Minister Stephen Jones said the sector could soon face similar oversight measures as credit cards.

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New regulations coming for ‘buy now, pay later’ sector -

Australia’s Federal Government has warned of incoming regulations for the multi-billion dollar ‘buy now, pay later’ (BNPL) industry. Read More »

23/11/2022 • By Samuel Ord

The Melbourne Jewellery Expo is a dedicated space featured under the roof of the Gift & Lifestyle Fair and Frontlines FAB event; an ideal combination for retailers wanting to maximise their time and see a broad range of complementary products.

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Melbourne Jewellery Expo sells out months in advance -

The Melbourne Jewellery Expo has officially sold out according to event organiser Expertise Events. Read More »

25/11/2022 • By Samuel Ord

Audiatec uses CVD (chemical vapor deposition) to create diamonds in monocrystalline form on disks.

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Diamond Foundry purchases Germany's Audiatec -

US based lab-created diamond manufacturer Diamond Foundry has purchased Augsburg Diamond Technology, also known as Audiatec. Read More »

23/11/2022 • By Samuel Ord

Wallace Bishop was founded in 1917 by Bishop’s grandfather, after whom he was named. He joined the family business in 1950, becoming chief executive officer in 1976.

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Celebrated Queensland jeweller passes away -

Wallace Bishop, the long-serving leader of one of Australia’s most prominent jewellery businesses, has passed away aged 88. Read More »

21/11/2022 • By Samuel Ord

De Beers Jewellers has opened up a pop-up store in the US in a partnership with two prominent watch retailers.

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Modest sales for De Beers amid interruptions -

The De Beers Group has announced the results of its penultimate sales cycle for 2022, noting an 11 per cent decline compared with the previous cycle. Read More »

21/11/2022 • By Samuel Ord

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Ronnie Bauer, vice-president of the JAA issued an apology: “I acknowledge that between 2016 and 2019 I was not on the [JAA] board and as such I was not privy to any negotiations that were conducted by the JAA and Expertise Events

JAA vice president retracts comments and apologises

In a surprising turn of events Jewellers Association of Australia (JAA) vice president Ronnie Bauer has retracted recent statements made about Expertise Events. [read...]

One diamond that's sure to be popular with on-lookers is the 2.83-carat Argyle Violet, an oval-shaped one-of-a-kind beauty with a colour grading of fancy deep grayish bluish violet - the only violet diamond from the Argyle Mine to receive this grading from the Gemological Institute of America.

Pink Diamonds exhibition lights up Melbourne

Museums Victoria has partnered with LJ West Diamonds to showcase of the largest collections of natural fancy-colour diamonds in the world, including the legendary Argyle Violet. [read...]

Expertise Events attempted to offer an olive branch to the Jewellers Association of Australia, but the meeting was rejected and yet the JAA claims it “only promotes harmony between each other” and “always welcomes discussions with other industry bodies”.

Preaching unity while setting fire to the olive branch

In light of the sudden departure of the JAA president and subsequent admissions by the newly appointed vice-president, ANGELA HAN asks some difficult questions ahead of the JAA's upcoming annual general meeting. [read...]

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Ready or Not: You're Headed to the Cloud -

Cloud computing and technology quietly infiltrated the retail sector and now play a key role in the jewellery trade. SAMUEL ORD explores the key reasons why your store needs to make the most of the tools on offer. Read More »

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Sky is the Limit: Casting and Refining -

Advances are constantly made in the world of jewellery manufacturing, redefining what can be achieved by designers. SAMUEL ORD investigates the next major frontier for the pioneers of casting and refining. Read More »

08/09/2022 • By Samuel Ord

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Pink Diamonds: Are you getting what you paid for? -

Pink diamonds are among the most valuable and sought after gemstones on Earth. SAMUEL ORD explores the complicated world of certification practices in order to ensure you get your money’s worth! Read More »

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How can I do 'good' and buy responsibly sourced jewellery? -

What on Earth does ‘responsible sourcing’ mean? HUGH BROWN explores a world that’s far from black and white, and one, which he says, makes it impossible for retail jewellers to understand let alone decide. Read More »

28/04/2022 • By Hugh Brown

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The Age of Individualism -

Personalised jewellery remains as popular as ever, with consumers continuing to vote with their wallets in favour of products that present sentimental appeal. SAMUEL ORD explores some of the most important trends of 2022. Read More »

28/06/2022 • By Samuel Ord

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The Perfect Storm: Lab-created diamond jewellery report -

With the crisis in Ukraine causing significant issues to the international supply of natural diamonds, the door has been opened for lab-grown diamonds to capture a larger share of the market. SAMUEL ORD investigates the circumstances leading to this opportunity and speaks with retailers about consumer preferences. Read More »

29/06/2022 • By Samuel Ord

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Filling the Fancy Colour Void -

Colour diamonds have increasingly become a consumer favourite, reaping great rewards for retailers. Will their popularity continue and where will new sources come from? SAMUEL ORD surveys the landscape with a range of industry voices. Read More »

06/06/2022 • By Samuel Ord

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2022 CAD/CAM Report: The digital decade -

It’s been 10 years since Jeweller first began exploring the world of CAD/CAM technology, and its impact on the Australian jewellery industry. SAMUEL ORD winds back the clock to examine some early expectations, before surveying the state of play today. Read More »

08/06/2022 • By Samuel Ord

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For every 500 or more pink diamonds unearthed, only one would emerge as violet. And of all the violets discovered, less than five per cent are considered fully-saturated violets, and classified as BL3, the deepest violet classification.

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All about Argyle Violet Diamonds: One of Earth’s rarest gifts -

Rarest of rare, Argyle violet diamonds stand out from the rest of Argyle's colour diamonds, including the highly coveted pink diamond. But just what is it that makes it one of Earth’s most beautiful gifts? Explore everything there is to know about the Argyle violet. Read More »

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