More jewellery companies are creating "emotional" jewellery, ensuring people can keep their friends close – really close. BIANCA MANGION gets emotional. Read more »

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Jewellery designers continue re-inventing ways for customers to compile their own unique, individualised jewellery. BIANCA MANGION reports. Read more »

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BIANCA MANGION went in search of better ways for merchandising silver jewellery. She spoke to leading silver jewellery suppliers about their secrets to success. Read more »

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Clever, creative silver jewellery designers draw on their own experiences and perceptions to create designs with a little personality. BIANCA MANION spoke to a few designers about their inspiration. Read more »

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Being a jeweller is a difficult job. It can involve dealing with people’s emotions and cherished family possessions. And there is often confusion given that much of jewellery is subjective. Along the way there is the occasional disgruntled customer. From the serious to the downright absurd, the JAA receives many complaint calls each year. BIANCA MANGION reports. Read more »

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BIANCA MANGION chats to George Rotenstein the Australian creator of a collection of miniature musical carousels. Embodying all the beauty of an amusement park carousel with intricate detail, colourful lighting, movement and music, each of the horses has a finely-detailed body, designed and created in a variety of materials including sterling silver and 18-carat gold. Read more »

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A new trend has emerged among fashionistas. Big spending is out, and cheaper jewellery is in. As BIANCA MANGION reports, sterling silver makes the perfect partner. Read more »

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Brands have given the jewellery industry a well-needed burst of life - fuelling consumer desire, and changing retailer mind sets. BIANCA MANGION tracks the new phenomenon. Read more »

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The incidences of nickel allergy are increasing, with consumers sporting more jewellery and piercings. According to BRUCE MCKEAN, director of sustainability and stewardship, Nickel Institute, jewellers can help prevent it. Read more »

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The heart of the Australian jewellery trade beats within a select group of buildings in the central business districts of Melbourne and Sydney. REBECCA L. STEWART explored the hallowed halls of Melbourne's Manchester Unity and Century Buildings while BIANCA MANGION visited Sydney's Pitt Street, Dymocks and Trust establishments.
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The JAA Jewellery Design Awards this year celebrated its 20th anniversary with a modish cocktail party and a treasure-trove of luscious new designs. BIANCA MANGION was on the guest list and later spoke with the winners. Read more »

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