Nambour Gem, Lapidary and Silver Club will be hosting its annual Gemfest at Nambour Showground on October 12, 2024.

“With a record number of traders booked in, this year will be our best Gemfest ever,” said Club spokesman, Keith Millington.

“Silver jewellery, gemstones, polished stones and fossils are just some of the items that will be on sale.

“In addition, our favorite fossicking cart will be in operation, as well as raffles.”

Club patron Rob Skelton has donated a barbeque as a raffle prize and other prizes include silver earrings with semi-precious stones and an Argentium silver bracelet.

“Visitors will be able to enjoy delicious food from the food stalls, coffee and entertainment throughout the day,” Mr Millington said.

“It is a terrific family event.”

The show is great preparation for an even bigger event that the Nambour Lapidary Club will be hosting at the Nambour Showgrounds over Easter in 2026.

“The Australian Gemboree is a three day event, held in a different state every year,” explained Mr Millington.

“Our club will take over the Nambour Showground and anyone interested in having a trading stall can get further information by searching Gemboree 2026, or contacting me on 0415 285 629.”