Wednesday, February 3, 2021

Management exit at Showcase Jewellers

Australia and New Zealand's second-largest buying group, Showcase Jewellers, has announced managing director Carson Webb has departed to pursue “other opportunities” after more than five years in the role.
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Sri Lankan yellow sapphire halo ring

John Whitaker, Newcastle, NSW Whitakers
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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

Climb every mountain: lessons from the summit

After a year that’s felt much like a tumultuous trek through the Himalayas, ANGELA HAN sits on a summit to take in the view and ponder the lessons learned.
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Nirav Modi extradition trial to conclude this month

Nearly two years after his arrest in London, Nirav Modi – the diamond dealer alleged to have committed large-scale fraud against India’s Punjab National Bank (PNB) – is expected to learn the outcome of his extradition trial this month.
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Monday, February 1, 2021

LVMH reveals new strategy for Tiffany & Co. following management shake-up

Following its successful acquisition of Tiffany & Co. in January, French luxury conglomerate Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH) has revealed its plans for the US-based jewellery company.
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Rio Tinto’s diamond output shrinks as it exits Australia

Mining giant Rio Tinto has announced its total diamond production fell 14 per cent in 2020 to 14.7 million carats, with its Australian mine entering its final year of production and amid multiple legal challenges in Canada.
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Prestigious jewellery awards postponed a second time

The 2020 Diamond Guild Australia Jewellery Awards have been rescheduled for later in 2021 as a result of ongoing disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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