An Active & Growing Community
Of Certified Auctioneers & Valuers

The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) is a member-led national professional association representing auctioneers and valuers working across fine art, antiques, collectables, goods, vehicles, plant and equipment.  AVAA exists to support the professionals in the sector, those who build trust with clients, exercise independent expert judgement, and uphold high ethical and professional standards every day.

Our vision is for a profession where auctioneers and valuers are recognised, respected, and trusted for their expertise, integrity, and professionalism, with members proudly identified through the AVAA Certified Auctioneer (CAAu) and AVAA Certified Valuer (CVAu) credentials.

Our mission is to advance the careers and standing of professionals holding the CAAu and CVAu credentials by setting clear professional and ethical standards, delivering quality education, and being an effective voice for the auction and valuation sectors in a changing market.

AVAA Membership – It’s a great time to get involved.

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Valuation & Auction Events

Chief Executive Officers Roundtable (27/5/26)

The valuation and auction sector’s engagement with the Federal Parliament will be a key agenda item as senior executives meet to examine advocacy priorities, regulatory developments and the broader commercial environment affecting auctioneers, valuers [...]

Motor Vehicle Valuation Webinar (24/6/26)

Motor vehicle valuation plays an increasingly important role across insurance, finance, insolvency, fleet management and commercial transactions, with consumers and businesses seeking reliable advice regarding vehicle condition, and defensible market value outcomes. This webinar [...]

Trading Card Valuation Webinar (30/7/26)

Interest in professional trading card valuation continues to grow as collectors, insurers, legal advisers, and even investors increasingly require reliable advice regarding market value, authenticity and condition. This webinar examines best-practice valuation approaches for [...]

Valuers As Expert Witnesses Webinar (19/8/26)

Professional valuers are increasingly being asked to assist courts, tribunals, insurers and legal practitioners by providing independent expert evidence. This webinar explores the practical realities of acting as an expert witness and the professional [...]

Restored Artwork Valuation Webinar (24/9/26)

Restoration issues within fine art continue generating substantial attention across insurance, estates, litigation, family law and private collecting, with clients and advisers increasingly seeking reliable guidance regarding condition, conservation history and supportable market value [...]

Luxury Goods Valuation Webinar (11/11/26)

Luxury goods valuation continues attracting significant attention across insurance, estates, family law, lending and private collections, with owners and advisers increasingly requiring dependable advice regarding authenticity, condition and defensible market value conclusions. This webinar explores [...]

Valuation, Auction & Business News

Cash, Crypto Currency And Jewellery Auctions

May 25th, 2026|

Auctioneers dealing in jewellery, previous stones, watches, bullion-related products and related goods should now be carefully reviewing the incoming anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) reforms being introduced by Austrac, particularly if they are [...]

Percentage-based Valuation Fees Slammed

May 22nd, 2026|

A valuer who charges a fee calculated as a percentage of the assessed value fundamentally compromises the independence required of professional valuation practice. It’s a practice that serves neither the item's holder nor the [...]

ACCC Warning On Valuations & Online Auctions

May 21st, 2026|

Australia’s auctioneers and valuers are facing increasing regulatory scrutiny as digital platforms, artificial intelligence and online marketplaces rapidly reshape the way auctions and valuation services operate.In a major speech to the sector at the AVC26 [...]

Addressing Cyber Security Risks In Small Businesses

May 19th, 2026|

For many small valuation and auction businesses, cyber security can feel like an issue affecting only large corporations, banks or major online retailers. In reality, sole traders and one-person businesses are often more exposed [...]

PPSR And Fine Art, Antiques And Collectables

May 15th, 2026|

Behind many paintings, sculptures, antiques and collectables can sit hidden financial interests capable of affecting ownership, sale and risk. For valuers and auctioneers, understanding the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is becoming an increasingly [...]

Trading Card Valuation In National Spotlight

May 13th, 2026|

Australia’s trading card market has evolved from a niche hobby into a sophisticated collectibles sector involving significant sums, international buyers and increasingly complex valuation considerations.   That they are now an investment-class asset is coming [...]

2026 Australian Government Budget Summary

May 12th, 2026|

The 2026 Australian Government Budget contains relatively few initiatives directed specifically toward auctioneers and valuers, AVAA notes that several broader policies may still shape operating conditions across the sector.  A review of the budget [...]

Vehicle Valuation Requires Professional Judgement

May 11th, 2026|

Passenger and light commercial vehicle valuation has become increasingly sophisticated as market conditions, technology and regulatory expectations continue evolving across the Australian motor vehicle sector. While some assume vehicle valuation simply involves reviewing online [...]

Fine Art And Antiques Valuation Online Course

May 9th, 2026|

For those considering a career in fine art, antiques and collectables, developing a strong understanding of valuation methodology, market behaviour and professional reporting is an important first step. An industry-developed online course provides an accessible [...]

Membership Updates

97%+ Membership Renewal Rate Shows Confidence

May 3rd, 2026|

The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) has recorded a renewal rate exceeding 97 per cent for 2026, reflecting strong member confidence as the organisation continues to implement its 2025–30 AVAA Strategic Plan. [...]

Industry Certification Is More Than Membership

April 30th, 2026|

Professional standing is shaped not just by participation, but by recognition. The auction and valuation sectors operate in an environment where trust underpins every transaction, so the difference between association membership and recognised professional [...]

Onboarding Courses Build Professional Capability

April 27th, 2026|

Bringing new valuers and auctioneers into a business is where professional standards are translated into practice, shaping how evidence is gathered, how judgement is applied and how work is ultimately relied upon by clients, [...]

Valuation & Auction Insights

Insights On Plant And Machinery Valuation

Industrial generators and heavy plant are critical commercial assets underpinning Australia’s construction, mining, transport, and manufacturing sectors. As plant and equipment values continue rising, businesses, lenders, insurers, and legal advisers are seeking reliable valuation advice [...]

Insights On Australian Art Valuation

The market for Australian art occupies a distinctive position within the broader fine art sector. It is shaped not only by artistic merit and collector demand, but also by Australia’s cultural history, geographic isolation, institutional [...]

Insights On Sporting Memorabilia Valuation

The valuation of sporting memorabilia and collectables has moved well beyond a niche collecting pursuit. It is now a dynamic and increasingly scrutinised market in Australia where significant sums change hands and expectations of [...]

Valuation & Auction Online Courses

Auctions & Auctioneering Course

This course offers a practical introduction to the world of auctioneering, designed for those starting out or exploring a career in the industry. It provides an accessible entry point, building awareness of auction processes [...]

Valuing Fine & Decorative Arts & Antiques Course

This course provides an accessible introduction to the fascinating field of fine and decorative arts and antiques valuation. Designed for those beginning their journey, it offers a structured pathway to understand the complexities and [...]

Valuing Goods, Plant & Equipment Course

This course provides a practical foundation in valuing goods, chattels, plant and equipment, making it ideal for those considering a career as a valuer or individuals recently employed within an auction or valuation firm [...]