Attend the Expo — Be Part of the Industry

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.

Ticket Options

Choose Your Experience

General Admission

Full access to the expo floor, networking areas, and selected seminars.
$49
$69
/ person

Early bird price (save 30%)

  • Expo floor access (9am–4pm)
  • Networking sessions
  • Selected seminar access
  • Exhibitor directory

Inside the Deal

Keynote with Rick Harrison of Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, best known from the hit television series Pawn Stars.

$349
inc GST

Limited seats · Secure your seat

  • Exclusive keynote presentation
  • Negotiation & business insights
  • Limited seating
  • Expo admission included

Group (5+)

Per person pricing for groups of 5 or more. Contact us to arrange group bookings.
$39
$49
/ person

Early bird price (save 30%)

  • All General Admission inclusions
  • Discounted group pricing
  • Suitable for teams and staff members
  • Group networking facilitation

Featured Speakers

Learn from the Best

World-class speakers covering pawnbroking, luxury resale, bullion, compliance, and business growth.

HEADLINE KEYNOTE

Australia’s Headline Speaker

Rick Harrison

Star of Pawn Stars · Gold & Silver Pawn Shop

Businessman and pawnbroker behind Las Vegas’ world-famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, and star of the hit series Pawn Stars.

  • Inside the Deal keynote · 1–2pm · $349 inc GST
  • Photo session with Rick Harrison from 2pm
  • The Collectors Table evening experience
  • Selected VIP meet & greet opportunities

Industry Speakers

Specialist voices from across the trade

Shaun Deans

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.

Tania Hedges

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.

Gaige Dracoulis

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.

Speaker TBA

To be announced

Industry compliance and consumer trust insights.

Full speaker details will be published closer to the event.

 
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To be announced

Bullion, precious metals and market outlook.

Full speaker details will be published closer to the event.

 
Speaker TBA

To be announced

Lending, cashflow and growth strategies.

Full speaker details will be published closer to the event.

 
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To be announced

Digital growth, ecommerce and customer acquisition.

Full speaker details will be published closer to the event.

 
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To be announced

Store security, risk reduction and safe storage.

Full speaker details will be published closer to the event.

 
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To be announced

Auction channels and faster stock movement.

Full speaker details will be published closer to the event.

 
Speaker TBA

To be announced

Systems, staffing and day-to-day trading excellence.

Full speaker details will be published closer to the event.

 

Exhibitors

Explore 35+ Industry Exhibitor Booths

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.

Gold, Jewellery & Bullion Suppliers

Meet trade jewellers, bullion dealers, precious metal buyers, refiners and industry suppliers.

Authentication & Testing Equipment

Discover tools and services for diamonds, gold, watches, handbags, luxury goods and second-hand inventory.

POS, Software & Technology Providers

Explore systems designed to support pawn shops, second-hand stores, jewellery businesses, inventory control and ecommerce.

Security & Safe Storage Solutions

Connect with CCTV, alarm, monitoring, safe, vault and secure storage providers.

Finance, Lending & Business Services

Meet lenders, accountants, bookkeepers, insurance providers and advisors who work with small business.

Marketing, Websites & Ecommerce

Find providers offering websites, SEO, social media, online stores, advertising and digital growth strategies.

Auction Houses & Resale Partners

Build relationships with auction platforms, buyers, liquidation partners and resale channels to help move stock faster.

Industry Services & Compliance Support

Connect with professionals who support compliance, risk reduction, reporting, customer trust and business operations.

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.

#PawnExpoAustralia #SomethingBigIsComing #PawnExpo #Pawnbroking #Collectors #Jewellery #Gold #LuxuryWatches #ComingSoon
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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Why This Event Matters

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.

Protect Profit

Learn how better buying, authentication, valuations and stock control can reduce costly mistakes.

Improve Cashflow

Connect with auction houses, resale partners, finance providers and technology systems that help stock move faster.

Build Better Relationships

Meet suppliers, service providers and operators who understand the real challenges of the industry.

National Trade Event

What Is Pawn Expo Australia?

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.

1000+

Planned Industry Attendees

35+

Exhibitor Booths

1 Day

Networking, Education & Opportunity

Why Attend

Three Reasons to Be There

Whether you're a seasoned pawnbroker or new to luxury resale, this expo delivers unmatched value.

Learn

Industry education, compliance updates, gold market insights, AI & marketing strategies, and regulation changes that affect your business.

Network

Connect with pawnbrokers, luxury resale professionals, bullion dealers, watch experts, and suppliers from across Australia and beyond.

Learn

Discover new supplier relationships, ecommerce opportunities, and business strategies to scale your operations in today's market.

Speaker Sessions

Two practical discussion panels covering compliance, trust, growth and profitability for the pawn and second-hand industry.

Session 1

Compliance, Authentication & Consumer Trust

A practical panel covering compliance,
authentication, AML and emerging industry risks.

Topics covered:

  • Compliance obligations
  • Authentication standards
  • Anti-money laundering
  • Consumer trust
  • Reputation protection
  • Risk reduction

Session 2

Growth, Cashflow & Customer Connection

A business-focused panel covering technology, marketing, finance and strategies to improve profit and cashflow.

Topics covered:

  • POS systems
  • Marketing and social media
  • Finance and cashflow
  • Auctions
  • Customer education
  • Profit growth

Don't Miss Out

Book your booth before 15 July 2026 and receive 20% early registration discount. Limited spaces available.

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Industry Voices

What the Industry is Saying

"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

Ready to Attend?

Secure your spot today. Early bird pricing ends 31 July 2026.

VIP Delegate

Premium experience with front-row seminar seating, VIP lounge, and exclusive lunch.
$199
$289
/ person

Early bird price (save 30%)

  • Everything in General Admission
  • Priority seating at all seminars
  • VIP delegate lounge access
  • Catered lunch included
  • Meet & greet with speakers
  • Exclusive networking dinner invitation
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