The Jewellers & Watchmakers of New Zealand Inc (JWNZ) was formed in 1983, from an amalgamation of the Jewellers Association of New Zealand Inc (formed in 1944) and the New Zealand Horological Institute (formed in 1936) which was renamed the Watchmakers Institute of New Zealand.

Today the JWNZ is at the forefront of the industry, leading by example and reflecting today's industry needs and promoting the jewellery and watch industry in New Zealand.

The Goldsmiths Guild of New Zealand and Watchmakers Institute of New Zealand members have New Zealand trade recognised qualifications. Manufacturing jewellers, gem setters, hand engravers and those involved in Watch & Clock repairs.