We’re used to seeing gold locked in vaults or sparkling in jewellery, but one of the most valuable roles it may soon play is completely invisible.

Around the world, scientists and security specialists are exploring how gold nanoparticles can help fight the war against counterfeiting — with potential applications in everything from product packaging and pharmaceuticals to high-security documents. It’s a 21st-century solution from one of Earth’s oldest and most trusted materials.

Ever wondered where the gold in your engagement ring, necklace or investment bar really came from? Not just the country — but the actual mine?

Imagine the journey of gold in an engagement ring – from a remote mine, to a high-security refinery, to a jeweler’s shop, and finally onto someone’s finger. Each step adds value and meaning, but how can we be sure of the gold’s story before it becomes that cherished ring?

Ever wondered how gold makes its way from a remote corner of Australia into an engagement ring or a bullion bar? That journey starts with geologists. If you’re drawn to science and exploration, and don’t mind being out in the elements, working in gold mining geology might be the career you didn’t know you were looking for.

Gold has long been viewed as a safe-haven asset, but in recent months, it’s been in the spotlight for a different reason: reaching record highs.

Gold touched an all-time high of USD $3,266 per ounce (AUD $5,143) this month, the culmination of five years of record growth. It's important for Australian investors, producers, and policymakers to understand what's driving the trend and the implications more than ever before.

Australia’s gold industry has long been a cornerstone of the nation’s resource sector, contributing billions to the economy and supporting thousands of jobs across mining, refining, and export. With gold prices reaching historic highs and demand showing no signs of slowing down, the future of the industry looks bright.

The Gold Industry Group is entering 2025 with a dynamic new leadership team, set to drive ambitious growth, strengthen industry connections, and make an even greater impact in communities across Australia.

Wayne Bramwell, Managing Director and CEO of Westgold Resources, has been appointed as Chair, while Rebecca Ciotti, Executive Manager of Corporate Services at Northern Star Resources, steps into the role of Vice Chair.