2 Antique Buyers in the Area In most Australian homes, there's a drawer. You know the one. It holds the tangle of old jewellery nobody wears anymore — the broken chain from an aunt's estate, the ring that no longer fits, the earring whose partner disappeared a decade ago. It holds the coins collected on overseas trips, the broken old watch, the bracelet bought in a different chapter of life. Most of us assume these things have sentimental value, or no value at all. What we rarely consider is that they might have real, financial value — sitting quietly while the gold price holds near historic highs. That's where father-son buying duo Mike and Nate come in. Mike and Nate are enthusiastic antique buyers with a particular eye for gold jewellery — broken or intact — gold and silver coins, mechanical watches, military medals, banknotes, and all other kinds of coins. "Everyone has something we want to buy," says Mike, "and nothing is too small for our consideration. We are just as happy to buy one item as we are buying ten thousand." With gold still trading well above traditional levels, now is an opportune time to dig out those old chains, rings, and brooches and find out what they're actually worth. "This is an ideal time to sell," Mike emphasises. "We will buy anything made of gold — old jewellery, coins, virtually anything, even gold teeth. We also need silver in any form, including coins and bars of any size." Don't overlook the coins. That old tin of foreign currency at the back of the cupboard could contain a rarity worth far more than face value. "We want to see any old foreign coin accumulations — bags, tins, folders, however they come," says Mike. "We'll go through them on the spot and give you a fair idea of what we can pay. You just never know what can turn up." Mechanical watches are also in urgent demand. Brands such as Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe, Longines, and even some Gents Seiko’s can command strong prices depending on model and condition — and many people have no idea what a vintage watch sitting in a drawer is currently worth to a serious collector. In today's era of downsizing and decluttering, there has rarely been a better moment to open those drawers, go through those cupboards, and turn forgotten items into real money. Mike and Nate will be in the Gold Coast area this coming month, doing home visits. Call today to book yours. For more details see page 3. Congrats April Winners! $75 GIFT CARD SUDOKU 205: A. Davies, Upper Coomera CROSSWORD 205: D. Soster, Oxenford DISSECTION OF A MURDER BOOK COMP V. Peterson, Helensvale | J. Anton, Coomera G. McJannett, Paradise Point | F. Cannons Runaway Bay J. Lucas, Paradise Point Congratulations to our winners! We receive hundreds of entries for our competitions each month so keep on entering, you might be the next lucky winner! BOOK GIVEAWAY TWO WAYS TO ENTER ... EITHER POST OR EMAIL... POST: Write your name, address & phone on the back of an envelope and post to: Winners book prize will be couriered so please provide a phone number. You may put phone number inside envelope if you are worried about scams... thankyou! Enter To Win RED LAKE by Jason Summers RED LAKE PO Box 3302, Burleigh Town 4220 OR EMAIL: info@localnewsletters.com with RED LAKE in the SUBJECT LINE. Please include your name, address and phone number in the email • Entries close 10.07.2026 Sergeant Harper Quinn has returned to her sleepy hometown of Koorinda in search of a quieter life. Until she learns that the town’s once glittering waterpark is being reopened, on the shores of its famous Red Lake: the place her little brother vanished into thin air 30 years ago. And then Harper receives a call: a body has been found at the park. Once again, Harper finds her family at the centre of a shocking criminal investigation. This time, she is determined to find her own answers. But when secrets run this deep, the truth can drag you under . . .Red Lake is a thrilling and propulsive novel by the bestselling author of the Nick Vada series, Jason Summers. Author Information: Jason Summers is the Australian author of the Nick Vada thriller series, known for its gripping plots, rich characters, and vivid depictions of the Australian outback. Born and raised in Deniliquin, a rural town in New South Wales, Jason draws on his deep connection to the bush to bring authenticity and atmosphere to his writing. When he’s not crafting thrilling crime fiction, Jason works full-time as a construction manager, balancing the demands of building projects with his passion for storytelling. A father of three girls, they keep him on his toes just as much as his characters do. ISBN: 9781761778117 | Format: Trade Paperback | Pub Date: 30/06/2026 | Category: Modern & Contemporary Fiction (Post C 1945), Thriller / Suspense, Crime & Mystery, FICTION / General, FICTION / Crime, FICTION / Mystery & Detective / General, FICTION / Thrillers / Suspense | Imprint: Macmillan Australia | Price: $34.99 | Pages: 368
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