Friday, June 30, 2023

New owner of Swan Lake jewellery remains a mystery

The auction of a pearl and diamond necklace with matching earrings, once owned by Princess Diana and known as the Swan Lake Suite, has been cancelled - as the collection now has a new mystery owner.
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Thursday, June 29, 2023

Many hands make light work

‘Stronger together’ is a phrase that’s been used aplenty. ANGELA HAN believes that it’s a term that exemplifies the work buying groups achieve.
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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

New federal investigation into Perth Mint confirmed

The Perth Mint will face renewed scrutiny after the Federal Parliament agreed to a motion put forward by Liberal senator Dean Smith to form a new investigative committee.
http://dlvr.it/SrLcg6

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Lust for trust: Everledger in hot water for misuse of third-party logos

Brisbane-based technology company Everledger has been misusing the intellectual property of third-party organisations and could have breached Australian Consumer Law.
http://dlvr.it/SrHlJ2

Monday, June 26, 2023

Questions raised about the impact of proposed US crackdown on Russian diamonds

Speculation about the future of Russia’s diamond industry has continued after recent reporting suggested that further prohibitions will be installed early next year.
http://dlvr.it/SrHGcd

Sunday, June 25, 2023

De Beers CEO clarifies future plans amid dwindling sales

The De Beers Group has published the results from its fifth sales cycle of the year, identifying a further decline amid weakened global demand for diamonds.
http://dlvr.it/SrDdsp

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Gratitude is an attitude – so don’t forget to say thanks

It’s easy to feel that the world is slipping out of control these days. Despite the uncertainties ahead, ANGELA HAN offers a reminder of the importance of giving thanks.
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Monday, June 19, 2023

Change of leadership for Responsible Jewellery Council

The Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC) has confirmed new leadership appointments following a successful annual general meeting on 9 June.
http://dlvr.it/Sqtwvy

Friday, June 16, 2023

Everledger collapse places Queensland Government in firing line, CEO faced bankruptcy in 2004

The former Queensland Chief Entrepreneur, whose companies collapsed in April with debts totalling $10 million had previously faced personal bankruptcy proceedings.
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Thursday, June 15, 2023

Change in leadership for Showcase Jewellers

Showcase Jewellers have confirmed that chief financial officer Jorge Joaquim will retire in July, bringing an end to 26 years of service.
http://dlvr.it/Sqkmpj

Monday, June 12, 2023

Everledger collapse: Questions raised around business model, management

The future of Everledger, the Brisbane-based technology company with strong ties to the jewellery industry, remains up in the air after a second creditors meeting was postponed to 28 June.
http://dlvr.it/SqZzmH

Friday, June 9, 2023

Innovation and business building the key focus for Sydney Fair

As anticipation continues to build for the International Jewellery Fair in Sydney in August, organisers Expertise Events have detailed new additions to this year’s event.
http://dlvr.it/SqPc6F

Monday, June 5, 2023

Industry mourns the loss of legendary diamond cutter

One of the world’s most revered diamond cutters, Sir Gabriel Tolkowsky, has passed away at the age of 84.
http://dlvr.it/Sq9BHn

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Opal miners demand answers

The Australian opal mining community is demanding answers after a government error left hundreds of people without valid mineral licences.
http://dlvr.it/Sq1CzT