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JEWELLERY INDUSTRY FAIR 2023
A fresh, unique and innovative event that unites and represents the industry’s best interests. The JIF Sydney by the Jewellery Industry Network brings together a strong buying event with the Jewellery Industry Summit, a business-centric event for the jewellery industry. The culmination of these two strong industry events will give retailers, jewellers and industry members an inspired event to propel them forward into the strongest buying season for the industry.
Run by the Jewellery Industry Network, the Jewellery Industry Fair and Summit, have the backing and support of all JIN brands, meaning the Fair is open to significant exposure to all JIN channels.

De Beers, Amazon Collaborate on Diamond Tech Project
Amazon is collaborating with De Beers subsidiary Element Six to develop what’s considered a holy grail for synthetic diamonds: using them in quantum networking.
Antia Lamas-Linares, who runs Amazon Web Services’ Center for Quantum Networking, told Bloomberg she believes the technology will be in use within “years rather than decades.”

new - jEWELLERS POD
The Jewellery Industry Network is excited to launch, the industry’s very own Jewellers Pod! This versatile pod allows you to move your workshop if required, set up individual workspaces in a larger factory, or perhaps set up somewhere remote with a beautiful view.
Elsewhere can assist you in retrofitting solutions which will convert the pods into a fully functional jewellery workshop including: Elephant trunk extractions; LPG and oxygen gas supply.

JIN Members Networking
Take the opportunity to join our JIN Networking events, in order to grow your network within the jewellery industry.
With two networking events per month, in different states throughout Australia, you are bound to find one that fits your work schedule and lifestyle.
Join JIN today to become a Free Member and meet with us at an event near you!

GIA backtracks with the reintroduction of printed reports
All diamonds submitted to GIA laboratories for the Diamond Dossier service on or after 9 April, as well as all diamonds already held by the Institute on this date, will be returned with a printed GIA Diamond Dossier report.
The printed reports will follow the same structure as those issued prior to January 2023 – when GIA introduced digital-only reports.

Why Not All Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Created Equal
The potential structural and crystal differences between lab-grown and natural diamonds, as well as between lab-growns in general, go well beyond the 4Cs (cut, color, clarity, and carat size), and can often be seen with the naked eye. That was the gist of an hour-long presentation that Reinsmith and Payne gave at GIA headquarters in Carlsbad, Calif., on March 1 as part of the institute’s monthly guest speaker series.

5 Timepiece Trends At Watches And Wonders Geneva 2023
While it may be a stretch to describe luxury watches as trendy, there’s no denying that Swiss watchmakers are conscious of the zeitgeist, and have begun to embrace it in meaningful ways. The timepiece trends spotted at Watches and Wonders Geneva are proof of that.
Media
Jewellers podcast
The Jewellers Podcast speaks to jewellers, retailers, suppliers and industry supporters about jewellery and the Australian and New Zealand Jewellery Industry.
The Jewellers Podcast is available from your favourite podcast player and is released from Australia.


PETER KEEP - Episode 64
Securing a skilled future
Brett Low and Laura Moore speak to Peter Keep, jewellery manufacture and design educator who has an online jewellery school called Jewellery Training Solutions. After training in the UK, Peter brought his skills to Australia and after years educating students face to face, has developed a comprehensive platform with thousands of videos showing students how to create different jewellery pieces.

STEPHEN WEBB - Episode 63
Setting the Standard
Brett and Laura talk with Stephen Webb, owner of Standout Stonesetting Academy, about the unique and specialised craft of stone and diamond setting. Listen in to hear what it takes to be a precision setter in the jewellery industry.

Jewellery World MAGAZINE
New generation of events
Trade shows have evolved from a collection of suppliers showing their wares to real powerhouses of connectivity. The next generation of fairs are designed to feed your mind and grow your business – and truly energise this industry we all love.
Imagine a beautiful sunny day, a white marquee on fresh green grass. You’re greeted with a warm smile, a glass of bubbles and a showbag full of goodies. Walk into a stunning venue full of beautiful jewellery, impressive gems and wonderful industry people.
Jewellery Publications
EDUCATION
Jewellery Design House
Samantha Kelly presents Jewellery Design and Rendering with Gouache/Watercolours.
Vist Jewellery Design House to find out about the courses on offer, and build your skills.

CERTIFICATE III IN BUSINESS
Certificate III in Business (BSB30120) has core units plus three (3) stream pathways that you can choose when studying with MINRES. The core units of competency cover critical thinking skills, emotional intelligence, sustainable and inclusive work practices, support personal wellbeing, maintaining a safe working environment and inclusive and diverse work practices.
minres - rpl
RPL is the acknowledgement of skills and knowledge obtained through prior formal learning as well as learning achieved outside the formal education and training system. It may include work and life experience including paid work or unpaid volunteer work skills attained through community leisure pursuits, ‘hands on’ practical skills or natural talent or aptitude all previously unrecognised.
networking and support

australias largest digital networking group
The Jewellers Co. formerly the Young Jewellers Group, is a dynamic, passionate and active facebook group comprising of thousands of jewellers and jewellery industry professionals.
The group was established to connect the industry and allow jewellers to assist each other with day to day business questions. Its supportive ethos and interactive nature makes the group a necessary asset to the industry
jaa
The JAA is proud to promote the highest standards and ethics within the Australian jewellery industry. Each of our members adheres to the JAA Code of Conduct, showing their commitment to the industry, its clients, and to excellence.

GAA
The Gemmological Association of Australia (GAA) is Australia’s long-established gemmological educator. Since 1945, the Association has been responsible for producing Australia’s gemmologists by educating and updating members of the gem and jewellery industry and the general public, about all aspects of gemstones and their substitutes.

Showcase Jewellers
The Showcase Jewellers buying group was established in Australia in 1981, by a group of independent jewellers who banded together to improve their buying power in the industry.

Leading Edge Jewellers Group
Membership of the Leading Edge Group provides you (independent small businesses) with a broad range of benefits normally associated with larger companies and corporations, all of which have the capacity to significantly improve the day to day operation of your business, whilst you still retain complete control.
