Justene Mackenzie loved gem hunting from a young age. She would go fossicking with her family to areas such as
Lightning Ridge, Yowa, and Rubyvale, and was always happy to bring home some ‘treasure.’ As a teenager, Justene
joined the local Lapidary Club to learn about gem cutting and silversmithing before life taking her on a different journey.
As an adult, Justene decided to rediscover the joy she found making jewellery, and has been creating bespoke pieces
with precious metals and gemstones for over 15 years.

Justene’s unique skills have continued to evolve with her jewellery being regularly exhibited around the Cairns region.
Justene draws inspiration from her love for the natural world, bringing her ideas to life, and showcasing these artisan
pieces from The Silver Dragonfly Boutique in Yungaburra, Far North Queensland.