We are incredibly saddened by the loss of Peter Brown, founder of the multi-award-winning Rubyvale Gem Gallery.

Peter, who arrived in the Sapphire Gemfields in 1974, was a trailblazer and a leader in our local tourism industry, and an all-round top bloke loved and admired by everyone.

Thank you Peter for your tireless work, your passion for our region, and your kindness.

Our deepest condolences to Peter’s family, friends, colleagues and the Gemfields community.

Capricorn Enterprise has released this in-depth tribute to Peter here.