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Opal jewellery has enjoyed a sharp rise in popularity since the pandemic. SAMUEL ORD speaks with prominent members of the industry in a search for the reasons why. Read more »

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Australia’s homegrown boulder opal – one of the world’s rarest and most valuable gemstones – will be showcased during the 2022 Queen of Gems Jewellery Awards in July. Read more »

A number of Australian small business owners who have been denied insurance payouts for losses sustained during the COVID-19 pandemic have joined class-action lawsuits against several industry giants. Read more »

The Queen of Gems International Jewellery Design Awards have recognised leading jewellers specialising in the unique Australian gemstone. Read more »

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The winners of the International Opal Jewellery Design Awards (IOJDA) have been announced following the prize-giving gala at the Lightning Ridge Opal Festival on 26 July. Read more »

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An Australian gemstone that is said to be the world’s most valuable piece of rough opal will now reside within the South Australian Museum’s permanent collection. Read more »

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Australia’s opal industry has received mainstream media attention as increasing demand from the Asia, India and US markets send prices rising. Read more »

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A selection of rare Australian opals will take centre stage at an upcoming live auction event that is expected to attract considerable international interest. Read more »

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The Queensland Boulder Opal Association has refreshed the format of its annual opal jewellery design awards for the program’s 10-year anniversary. Read more »

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