The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) is the peak national body representing professional auctioneers and valuers across fine art, antiques, collectables, goods, motor vehicles, aviation and marine, plant, and equipment. Advocacy is one of our most important responsibilities, ensuring that members’ voices are heard and respected by governments, regulators, and industry.

As outlined in the 2025–2030 AVAA Strategic Plan, advocacy is a central pillar of our mission, providing credible representation that protects and promotes the profession in a changing landscape. Through advocacy, we seek to shape a strong future for our members and the broader industry.

Reforms That Drive Growth And Excellence —

Our member-driven advocacy creates conditions where auctioneers and valuers thrive. AVAA supports the sector’s growth and profitability while promoting integrity, excellence, and public confidence. By engaging policymakers and championing balanced regulation, the AVAA sustains professional standards alongside business success.

Issues Directly Relevant To The Profession —

With the advice and guidance of our members, AVAA responds to regulatory issues shaping members’ daily work.  The issues range from licensing, valuation standards, consumer protection, trust account compliance, and indemnity insurance. Our advocacy ensures fair, practical outcomes, always driven by the real-world needs and priorities of practitioners themselves.

Supporting Businesses In The Sector —

We address broader business matters impacting members that include taxation, workplace relations, awards, superannuation, competition law, digital transformation, and data privacy. By influencing government understanding of the sector’s needs, AVAA helps members focus on delivering trusted professional services in an environment in which they are not frustrated by red tape.

Working With Government —

AVAA works collaboratively with governments at all levels. Through the parliamentary committee process and departmental consultations, and direct engagement with parliamentarians, we ensure the specific needs of auctioneers and valuers are understood, respected, and properly reflected in legislation and regulatory reform.

Business Sector Collaboration —

We collaborate with peak business organisations on shared priorities. By working with industry associations, chambers of commerce, and professional bodies, AVAA strengthens our collective voice and delivers greater impact, ensuring member interests are represented across the broader economy.

AVAA’s policy advocacy is effective it is shaped by the voices of our members. Our work is guided by the experiences, insights, and priorities that auctioneers, valuers, and corporate members share with us.  For further information, download the brochure:

◾ AVAA’s Member Driven Policy Advocacy Brochure (PDF)

It is further strengthened by AVAA’s affiliation with the Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia (COSBOA).

By contributing through consultations, feedback, and committees, members directly influence the direction and impact of our advocacy. Together, we amplify our voice, strengthen our profession, and ensure the auctioneering and valuation sectors remain trusted, credible, and resilient.

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

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Interested In Finding Out More?

For further information on AVAA’s engagement with the Australian, state and territory governments, please send an email to government.affairs@avaa.com.au or telephone 1300 928 165.  You can also stay up to date by following AVAA on LinkedIn, X/Twitter and Facebook.