Learn from the experts

Talks, demos and workshops

Alongside the trading floor, AUSGEMEX will host talks, live lapidary demonstrations and hands-on sessions for collectors, students, families and professionals. The full schedule will be published closer to the event.

Programme snapshot

FormatTalks, live lapidary demos and workshops
AudienceCollectors, students, families and professionals
ScheduleFull timetable to be published closer to the event
ProposalsSpeakers and demonstrators welcome to apply
  • Talks

    Short presentations from geologists, palaeontologists, gemmologists, miners and collectors.

  • Gemstone Cutting & Polishing Demonstrations

    Watch stones being cut, faceted, carved and polished – and ask how it’s done.

  • Workshops & kids

    Small-group sessions and family-friendly activities. Details will be announced with the full schedule.

  • Fluorescent Mineral Display

  • Fossil & Dinosaur Skull Display

  • Rare and Unusual Crystal Displays

  • World Class Opals and Opalised Crystals

  • Gold & Gold Prospecting Displays

  • Giant Gemstone Tumble Pit for Kids

  • Life Size & Animatronic Dinosaurs

  • Meteorite Displays & Touch a Meteorite from the Moon

  • Metaphysical and Spiritual Displays

Present at AUSGEMEX

Share a story or skill

Have a story, skill or discovery to share? We’re inviting proposals for talks, demonstrations and workshops.

Stay updated

Check back for the published timetable, or ask to be notified.