The world’s finest uncut opal, a 998-gram gem called the Fire of Australia, has gone on permanent public display for the first time since its discovery more than 60 years ago. Valued at more than $675 ...

A rare coin that features detailed illustrations of iconic Australian animals has been released by Mint. The exclusive Perth design is made from 99.99% silver and Australian opal, with the $1 coin ...

Australia has long been a hotspot for dinosaur fossil discoveries, and a new revelation has added to that legacy: a ...

The daughter of a Queensland opal miner and star of a popular reality TV show killed while working on a shed has remembered him as a kind, caring and fun-loving dad. Now, a safety investigation will ...

Once maligned, the Australian gemstones have become much prized, fuelled by scarcity and a growing obsession among high-jewellery houses and collectors. Reason to smile: Starry Starry Night Cocktail ...