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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 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.

NEW JIN BENEFIT - GemLightbox Pro
The GemLightbox Pro is a simple and compact device that lets you take high-quality pictures of your jewelry using your smartphone camera.
Even if you aren’t a professional photographer, you can still get phenomenal results! When it comes to selling online, the better the images, the more likely you are to make sales.

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!

Melbourne Jewellery Fair 2023 proves major success
The Jewellery Industry Fair in Melbourne confirms its solid reputation after hosting a second successful event with over 660 guests and close to 60 exhibitors showcasing the latest and greatest of the industry, leaving attendees and industry professionals excited – and wanting more.
The two-day event brought the best of Australian and New Zealand jewellery to the Port Melbourne Timber Yard for a weekend of thrilling entertainment and business opportunities.

Gold to reach $2,400 by 2028 as geopolitical tensions mount
Gold will hit as high as $2,400 per ounce over the next five years, as countries like Russia seek to divest of U.S. dollars, after the dollar was weaponized following Russia’s conflict in Ukraine. That’s according to Pierre Lassonde, Chairman Emeritus of Franco-Nevada and CEO of Fireside Investments, who suggested that a dual system of currency could emerge by 2028.

Social Media Updates For March 2023
TikTok recently announced Sounds for Business, a new collection of sounds designed to help small businesses create quick and engaging content creation.
The templates offer a mix of music, voice-overs, and other sounds in partnership with Elias Audio Branding, a subsidiary of Universal Production Music. The sounds are cleared for commercial use on TikTok, so businesses do not have to obtain licenses of their own.
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.


Karl Schwantes - Episode 60
Tools to nurture your customers
Laura Moore and Brett Low speak to Karl Schwantes from Xennox Diamonds in QLD about his family business in the jewellery industry and how he has built strong customer relationships by nurturing their experience. An aware winning author, and now diving into mentoring other jewellery businesses, Karl discusses how other businesses in the industry can adopt the same tools as he has used to succeed.

JENNIFER ROWLANDS - Episode 59
Designing a career in the industry
Hosts Brett Low and Laura Moore speak to the gorgeous Jennifer Rowlands from Refinery Row, designer, illustrator and jewellery creative. Based in Western Australia, Jen has created jewellery designs for clients all over the world and discussed with us her process of designing and meeting her clients needs.

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.
