A draft determination released by the Commissioner of Taxation on the 22 February 2017 titled ‘Goods and services tax: what is excluded from being second-hand goods by paragraph (b) of the definition of that term in Division 195 of the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999’ has proposed changes that may affect second-hand dealers and pawnbrokers in the jewellery industry.This determination has been drafted by the…

SEE AUSTRALIA'S RISING STARS! The Rising Stars Arena at the 2017 JAA Jewellery Tradeshow will be a showcase of Australia's brightest and best up-and-coming jewellery designers and manufacturers. Up to twenty Rising Star entrants will exhibit their unique, one-of-a-kind pieces for you to purchase as exclusive draw-cards for your store! Support the vibrant future of the Australian jewellery industry by coming to see our Rising Stars at the 2017 Tradeshow.…

Tom Boie is the owner and founder of KAVALRI (Pronounced CAVALRY) – a unique business based in Melbourne that offers custom made lifestyle jewellery for the 21st century man. The range of products designed to suit the style and needs of male customers include simple accessories such as stylish men’s bracelets in polished silver, leather and steel, to bold cufflinks of carbon fibre or steel. Boie has tungsten rings of…

On Tuesday April 4, Sotheby’s Hong Kong will auction the record breaking ‘Pink Star’ diamond for the second time. Weighing in at jaw-dropping 59.60 carats, the ‘Pink Star’ is currently the largest Internally Flawless (IF) Fancy Vivid Pink diamond unearthed to date. The GIA (Gemological Institute of America) report that accompanies the stones states that it is type IIA and the largest diamond of its kind to ever pass through…

The recent end to a long-standing publishing agreement has provided the JAA with the chance to pursue a renewed media strategy for the future. We are pleased to be enhancing our communicative reach through a respected industry publication. This move forward marks the beginning of increased communication from the JAA not just on major media announcements but on our ongoing projects and industry initiatives. We are now exploring further avenues…

Growing and diversifying your customer base is one key way to ensure your main source of revenue is constantly evolving and extending, just like your business. To extend your customer base you need to have and in-depth understanding of your target and where you want to consider changing or expanding it. Consider what the lifestyle of these clients is like and try to leverage on that. Yong adult women may…

Professional quality graver/setter/hammer/carving machine is for sale in Northern NSW. It has never been used and is in great condition. The details are as follows: 1. Gravermax machine- Gravermach SC - originally bought for $1295 US (needs air compressor). 2. A hammer handpiece (for carving/setting/engraving) - 004 710 originally bought for $350 AUD.3. A rotary handpiece for carving or other- 004 910 originally bought for $350 AUD. 4. A silent…

In response to the continued spate of armed robberies targeting jewellery stores in Victoria, Victorian Police Crime Inspector Kerin Maloney has released a statement reiterating the need to stay vigilant. "Disappointingly there have been two armed robberies in recent days in the south eastern areas. Please be assured that Victoria Police are thoroughly investigating these incidents and have a number of leads. Pleasingly target hardening measures have had some success…

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