Jade trade in Myanmar amount of jade sold in dollar terms achieved $1 billion in 2010. Restrictions on private mining enterprises slowly eased throughout the 1980s and 1990s (see above). Until the capital of Myanmar was moved from Yangon (formerly Rangoon) to Naypyidaw, jade auctions were held in the city. The auction procedure was open only to invited buyers. A liberal amount of time was provided to view and examine the jade boulders with provisions for light, water, and other paraphernalia necessary for close examination. The auction was held over a 10-day period, with viewing occurring the first day, along with auctions of gems
Rugby union in the Australian Capital Territory Rugby union in the Australian Capital Territory Rugby union is a popular sport in the Australian Capital Territory. Rugby football began to be played in the regions around what is now Canberra more than a century ago. Rugby union was played in and around what is now the Australian Capital Territory well before it separated from New South Wales in 1911. The Goulburn Rugby Union Club was formed in 1872, and became a founding member of the Southern Rugby Union in 1874. Cooma played Snowy River as early as 1876, and Queanbeyan played Yass in 1878. The first match of