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 professionalism continue to [...]
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 Conference on 7 [...]
Professional jewellery valuation sits at the intersection of gemmology, market analysis, technical observation and commercial judgement. While jewellery is often associated with luxury, sentiment and aesthetics, the professional valuation process itself is highly technical and frequently relied [...]
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 because they usually [...]
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 trading cards, along [...]
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. The result signals [...]
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 responsibilities accompanying these [...]
The AVAA Chief Executive's Roundtable brings together senior leaders from the valuation and auction industries to examine the strategic, commercial and regulatory issues shaping their organisations. Through informed discussion and shared experience, participants gain practical insights, strengthen [...]
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 important part of [...]
Trading cards have evolved well beyond childhood collectibles. They are now a serious global asset class attracting interest from collectors, insurers, investors, lenders and legal professionals. The global trading card market is estimated at approximately USD$13 billion [...]
