The latest analysis of sales at independent jewellery stores in Australia has uncovered many interesting trends in November.

The Jewellers Association of Australia (JAA) has announced the appointment of a seventh director, Lindsay Kotzman.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is warning consumers and retailers to be vigilant about online retail scammers posing as local businesses during the holiday season.

Retail industry representatives are warning about the unintended consequences of recent changes to Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter terrorism-financing regime, particularly as it concerns gift cards.

Industry forecasters are anticipating strong holiday sales for Australian retailers, with shoppers expected to spend heavily during the all-important trading period.

Jeweller recently reported on the dramatic multi-million dollar collapse of several companies associated with the Jewellery Industry Network and now two former directors have issued a statement ‘clearing the air’ regarding their decision to exit the company.

Showcase Jewellers has announced a number of changes to its board.

In recent weeks, Jeweller has painstakingly documented the collapse of seven companies that share some unusual connections with two of the founding directors of the Jewellery Industry Network.

Suggesting a shift in perspective, Daniel Nyfeler proposes that the industry should embrace the individuality conveyed by inclusions, as the traditional narrative of diamond perfection has lost some of its appeal.

Reflecting changes in the market, the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) has updated its diamond reports.

Elevating natural diamonds as symbols of both authenticity and responsible sourcing, Feriel Zerouki draws a distinct contrast with lab-created diamonds and what she sees as their potentially misleading marketing tactics.