An Active & Growing Community
Of Certified Auctioneers & Valuers
The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) is the peak body representing professional auctioneers and valuers across fine art, antiques, collectables, goods, chattels, plant, and equipment.
AVAA Certified Practising Members are recognised for their expertise, proven experience, and integrity. Each member upholds the highest professional standards, giving clients confidence in every engagement.
Membership is more than a credential, it means belonging to a respected community driving excellence, raising standards, and strengthening recognition of the profession. Whether joining as a professional or engaging as a stakeholder, AVAA sets professional standards and provides leadership.
AVAA Membership – It’s a great time to get involved.
Auction, Valuation & Business News
Protecting Auctioneers And Valuers Online
Emma Barnes2025-11-17T12:38:04+11:00November 17th, 2025|
The auction and valuation sector faces increasing exposure to cyber security threats as criminals target sensitive client information, asset data and financial transactions. Understanding these risks is essential. Strengthening cyber awareness across businesses of [...]
EV Valuation And Resale Challenges
Emma Barnes2025-11-17T11:11:59+11:00November 12th, 2025|
The rapid growth of electric vehicles (EVs) is reshaping Australia’s automotive landscape, and with it comes a new set of considerations for auctioneers and valuers navigating the resale market. While EV uptake is accelerating, [...]
Valuation In Traditional And New Creative Arts
Emma Barnes2025-11-12T12:30:33+11:00November 8th, 2025|
Valuation within the creative arts is evolving as new markets develop alongside established ones. Traditional fine art and antiques now share attention with fast-growing collectable sectors such as trading cards. These shifts are prompting [...]
IOSCO Puts Global Focus On Valuation Quality
Emma Barnes2025-11-04T11:41:07+11:00November 4th, 2025|
A new statement from the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) reinforces the global importance of high-quality valuation information in financial reporting. The basis for the IOSCO statement is the crucial role that robust [...]
AU Website Trap For Online Vehicle Traders
Emma Barnes2025-10-01T09:40:09+10:00September 30th, 2025|
New South Wales' online vehicle auction houses face a new compliance condition introduced under the Motor Dealers and Repairers Regulation 2025 (NSW). The Regulation requires that any online motor dealer’s website must end with [...]
Shaping The Future Of The Sector
Emma Barnes2025-09-30T13:58:36+10:00September 29th, 2025|
Across Australia, auctioneers and valuers are joining forces to address the big questions shaping the future of their sector. From workforce renewal to professional recognition and policy reform, leaders are taking a proactive approach [...]
Membership Updates
Protecting Auctioneers And Valuers Online
Emma Barnes2025-11-17T12:38:04+11:00November 17th, 2025|
The auction and valuation sector faces increasing exposure to cyber security threats as criminals target sensitive client information, asset data and financial transactions. Understanding these risks is essential. Strengthening cyber awareness across businesses of [...]
Digital Badges An Online Sign Of Integrity
Emma Barnes2025-09-12T08:21:08+10:00September 12th, 2025|
Members of the Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) have access to a new way to establish their professional credentials online through the introduction of digital badges. These exclusive badges provide instant, verifiable [...]
2025 AVA Board Election Outcomes
Emma Barnes2025-09-12T17:25:12+10:00September 11th, 2025|
The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA), a proudly member-driven organisation, confirmed its Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting on 11 September 2025 to lead delivery of the 2025–30 AVAA Strategic [...]
