18/04/2019
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
Following several other high-profile exits, Pandora International’s chief operating officer (COO) Jeremy Schwartz has tendered his resignation, ahead of the imminent commencement of new president and CEO Alexander Lacik.
Read more »
View Album
2 Images
|
18/04/2019
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
WA Police have raided a second-hand jewellery shop in West Perth, which was believed to be stocked with stolen goods.
Read more »
|
18/04/2019
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
After six months of discussions, West End Collection has acquired Georgini. The purchase includes assets and stock, intellectual property and the Georgini name.
Read more »
View Album
3 Images
|
18/04/2019
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
|
17/04/2019
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
Wollongong man Kiall Stephen Powell, also known as Kiall Nebauer, has been sentenced to 12 months in jail for a series of robberies committed on the NSW south coast in March.
Read more »
|
15/04/2019
• Coleby Nicholson
The Thai gems and jewellery industry is expecting growth this year despite an international economic slowdown. The news comes following last month’s Bangkok Gems and Jewellery Fair (BGJF) which, according the organiser, boasted more than 14,000 visitors from 118 countries.
Read more »
View Album
5 Images
|
10/04/2019
• Elizabeth Boyd
It’s not easy to admit when an employee is inadequate at their role. ELIZABETH BOYD shares tips on how to identify poor work qualities and improve workplace culture.
Read more »
|
10/04/2019
• Megan Breinig
Aligning with a charity was once a great way to promote product – but is no longer enough to impress customers. MEGAN BRENIG discusses how brands can overcome consumer scepticism about cause marketing.
Read more »
|
10/04/2019
• David Brown
The 80/20 rule stipulates that a small part of a business will be contributing a large portion of overall revenue. DAVID BROWN explains how to use this economic principle to get the best out of your business.
Read more »
|
10/04/2019
• Lilian Sue
Effective SEO is the first step to customers finding you online but, for retailers, optimising images can drive your digital marketing strategy one step further – and it’s never been easier to get it right. LILIAN SUE reports.
Read more »
View Album
3 Images
|
10/04/2019
• Stacey Lim
Organic gems are a group of relatively rare and decorative materials that have an animal or plant origin. Amber is fossilised tree resin prized for its rich golden hues. When plant or animal fragments are suspended within the material, they can offer a fascinating peek into our planet’s primordial past.
Read more »
View Album
2 Images
|
10/04/2019
The jewellery industry is now in its third consecutive year of difficult trading conditions, and most people may not be aware that the current downturn has resulted in a greater drop in jewellery sales than in the recessions of 1974/75, 1983/84 and 1991/92.
Read more »
|
08/04/2019
• Coleby Nicholson
Japanese watches have hit their stride down under, with high per capita sales. COLEBY NICHOLSON finds out just how they do it.
Read more »
View Album
10 Images
|
08/04/2019
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
Every day, what we choose to wear makes a statement about who we are – and that extends to our accessories. There’s nothing like putting your own stamp on a piece of jewellery and really making it your own; whether that be the choice of colour, finish or gemstone, or including special symbols and messages that really express your values and individuality.
Read more »
View Album
13 Images
|
08/04/2019
• Arabella Roden • Former editor
When it comes to selling colour diamonds, the best advice to retailers is simple – lead with your heart, writes ARABELLA RODEN
Read more »
View Album
12 Images
|