Australia’s Pawnbroking & Second-Hand Industry Connect – bringing together 1,000+ pawnbrokers, gold buyers, second-hand dealers, jewellers and industry professionals at Australia’s premier industry event.
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Keynote with Rick Harrison of Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, best known from the hit television series Pawn Stars.
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Featured Speakers
World-class speakers covering pawnbroking, luxury resale, bullion, compliance, and business growth.
Australia’s Headline Speaker
Star of Pawn Stars · Gold & Silver Pawn Shop
Specialist voices from across the trade
Pawnit Systems
Paul brings a pragmatic, outcome-based approach to AI, grounded in a clear understanding of manual processes and a firm belief in not using AI for AI’s sake.
With over 20 years of IT experience, Paul is an executive consultant at Pawnit Systems and helps align technology with practical business goals.
Founder, Luvluxe
Tania is Luvluxe’s lead authentication specialist, with formal certifications in verifying iconic luxury brands including Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, YSL and Gucci. With more than a decade of experience in the pre-loved luxury market, combined with a background in technology and global brand partnerships, she brings a unique blend of precision, innovation and industry expertise.
At Pawn Expo Australia, Tania will share practical insights into luxury authentication, counterfeit detection, emerging technologies, and the importance of building customer trust through expert verification and industry best practices.
Event MC
Gaige is the owner of Modus, where he helps businesses grow through strategic marketing, content production, and brand development. Before moving into advertising, he spent years in the secondary luxury watch market, helping found respected dealers including Elita Collection and Lux & Co, developing extensive knowledge of luxury watches, jewellery, and the broader resale industry. He has also worked alongside multiple luxury resellers to develop their marketing strategies and digital presence, giving him a unique understanding of both the commercial and consumer sides of the industry.
As MC, Gaige brings a blend of industry experience, engaging communication, and practical marketing insight, guiding the day’s sessions, facilitating conversations with guest speakers, and keeping the event informative, professional, and enjoyable.
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Exhibitors
Meet suppliers, service providers, technology companies, security experts, trade specialists and business partners who understand the pawn, second-hand, jewellery, gold and luxury resale industries.
Meet trade jewellers, bullion dealers, precious metal buyers, refiners and industry suppliers.
Discover tools and services for diamonds, gold, watches, handbags, luxury goods and second-hand inventory.
Explore systems designed to support pawn shops, second-hand stores, jewellery businesses, inventory control and ecommerce.
Connect with CCTV, alarm, monitoring, safe, vault and secure storage providers.
Meet lenders, accountants, bookkeepers, insurance providers and advisors who work with small business.
Find providers offering websites, SEO, social media, online stores, advertising and digital growth strategies.
Build relationships with auction platforms, buyers, liquidation partners and resale channels to help move stock faster.
Connect with professionals who support compliance, risk reduction, reporting, customer trust and business operations.
THE SECRET IS OUT… RICK HARRISON IS COMING TO AUSTRALIA! 🇦🇺
Pawn Expo Australia is proud to announce that Rick Harrison, star of the international hit television series Pawn Stars, will appear live on the Gold Coast.
Join us for an unforgettable keynote as Rick takes you "Inside the Deal", sharing behind-the-scenes stories, hard-earned business lessons and real-world insights from a lifetime of buying, selling and negotiating.
Whether you are involved in pawnbroking, second-hand dealing, jewellery, gold, luxury watches, collectables or business, this is an opportunity you will not want to miss.
18 September 2026
Sharks Event Centre, Gold Coast
Rick Harrison Live: Inside the Deal
Meet industry leaders, discover new products and suppliers, build valuable connections - and hear directly from one of the world’s most recognised pawnbrokers.
Tickets are on sale now, with strictly limited places available for selected Rick Harrison experiences.
Secure your ticket today:
www.pawnexpo.com.au
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One announcement. One industry icon. One event you won`t want to miss.
We`ve been working behind the scenes on what is undoubtedly our biggest announcement since Pawn Expo Australia was launched.
This isn`t just another speaker announcement.
This is someone who has helped shape the global pawnbroking industry, inspired millions of viewers around the world and built one of the most recognised brands in the business.
On Wednesday, we`ll finally reveal our headline guest.
We have a feeling this is one announcement you won`t want to miss.
Think you know who it is?
Drop your guess in the comments below.
Come back Wednesday for the big reveal.
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We`re all in the industry... We all know what its like - but some days are definitely longer than others. The second hand market is huge here in Australia and i think we all could benefit from some community!
18 September 2026. Sharks Event Centre. Gold Coast, Queensland.
Pawn Expo Australia is bringing the pawnbroking, second-hand, jewellery, gold, watch, resale, lending, supplier, and service industries together in one room.
Meet the trade. Build better connections. Find new suppliers. Learn what’s changing.
Tickets are on sale now.
#PawnExpoAustralia #Pawnbrokers #SecondHandDealers #JewelleryTrade #GoldBuying
Learn what’s changing before it becomes a problem.
Compliance, authentication, AI, marketing, customer trust, gold prices, resale trends - the trade is moving, and most operators are trying to keep up while still running the shop every day.
Pawn Expo Australia gives pawnbrokers, second-hand dealers, jewellers, gold buyers, watch dealers, suppliers, and industry operators a place to catch up properly.
Meet the people working through the same changes. Compare what’s working. See where the industry is going.
Tickets are on sale now.
#PawnExpoAustralia #Pawnbrokers #SecondHandDealers #JewelleryTrade #GoldBuying
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In the pawn and second-hand industry, profit is protected by better buying, stronger supplier relationships, accurate valuations, trusted authentication, efficient stock movement and smarter business systems.
Pawn Expo Australia brings these conversations into one room, helping operators see what is changing, who they should know, and what opportunities can help their business grow.
Learn how better buying, authentication, valuations and stock control can reduce costly mistakes.
Connect with auction houses, resale partners, finance providers and technology systems that help stock move faster.
Meet suppliers, service providers and operators who understand the real challenges of the industry.
National Trade Event
Pawn Expo Australia is a focused national trade event created for pawnbrokers, second-hand dealers, jewellers, gold buyers, luxury resale businesses, watch specialists, suppliers, service providers and industry professionals.
Held at Sharks Event Centre on the Gold Coast, the Expo brings the industry together for one day of networking, education, supplier discovery, product demonstrations and commercial opportunity.
Attendees can meet exhibitors, explore new services, discover better supplier relationships, learn from industry sessions, and connect with other business owners who understand the pawn, jewellery, gold, second-hand and luxury resale markets.
Planned Industry Attendees
Exhibitor Booths
Networking, Education & Opportunity
Why Attend
Whether you're a seasoned pawnbroker or new to luxury resale, this expo delivers unmatched value.
Industry education, compliance updates, gold market insights, AI & marketing strategies, and regulation changes that affect your business.
Connect with pawnbrokers, luxury resale professionals, bullion dealers, watch experts, and suppliers from across Australia and beyond.
Discover new supplier relationships, ecommerce opportunities, and business strategies to scale your operations in today's market.
Two practical discussion panels covering compliance, trust, growth and profitability for the pawn and second-hand industry.
Session 1
A practical panel covering compliance,
authentication, AML and emerging industry risks.
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Session 2
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Book your booth before 15 July 2026 and receive 20% early registration discount. Limited spaces available.
Industry Voices
"This expo is exactly what the Australian pawnbroking industry has been missing. A professional, focused event that brings everyone together."
Leanne Coneybear
Owner, Loan Lender
"The calibre of speakers and the networking opportunities make this a must-attend for anyone serious about luxury resale in Australia."
John Kininjjew
Owner, Pawnit
"Finally, an industry event that understands our market. The connections, education and opportunities will bring real value to the industry."
Tania Hedges
Owner, LuvLuxe
Early bird price (save 30%)