More jewellery companies are creating "emotional" jewellery, ensuring people can keep their friends close – really close. BIANCA MANGION gets emotional. Read more »

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Is there such a thing as “Australian” jewellery design? NICK LORD chats with five prominent jewellery designers about the uniqueness of our nation’s jewellery. Read more »

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Stories of doom and gloom are everywhere. Some businesses are coping well with the downturn, whereas others have quickly folded. SUE HIRST explains how to be one of the lucky ones. Read more »

Less buyers at this year's Vicenza Charm didn't diminish the spirits of organisers, who insist the fair provides a valuable service for the industry. COLEBY NICHOLSON attended. Read more »

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Dark economic times loom, but as SELWYN BRANDT argues, there are many things the industry can do to pick itself up during the economic slump. Read more »

Retailers who choose to stock branded jewellery can expect a dazzling array of value-added products and services as suppliers push to capture a share of this hotly contested emerging sector. NICK LORD takes a look at what the market leaders are offering. Read more »

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