Published by the Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA), the Australian Auction & Valuation State of the Sector Report is a landmark publication that sets a new benchmark for understanding one of Australia’s most specialised and dynamic professional sectors. This report represents the most comprehensive, data-driven insight ever assembled on the nation’s auction and valuation professions.

At its core, the report is grounded in survey data drawn directly from professional auctioneers and valuers plus businesses operating across the sector. This gives it a level of precision and authenticity that is rarely achieved in industry analysis. It captures the lived experience of auctioneers and valuers working across fine art, antiques, collectables, motor vehicles, plant and equipment, and broader goods markets, presenting a clear and authoritative picture of how the sector functions today.

What makes this report truly seminal is its ability to bridge the gap between individual professional practice and broader business operations. It provides detailed insight into workforce composition, recruitment and skills, education and professional development, regulatory engagement, insurance practices, technology adoption, and business activity. Each finding is anchored in real-world data, ensuring that the report reflects the sector as it is, rather than how it is assumed to be.

The Australian Auction & Valuation State of the Sector Report is available for download free of charge via the link below:

>>  Report Available For Download On 7 May 2026

The report also establishes, for the first time, a consistent evidence base that can inform policy, support industry development, and guide strategic decision-making. It offers government, regulators, insurers, and industry stakeholders a clear and credible reference point for understanding the sector’s structure, capability, and direction.

Importantly, the Australian Auction & Valuation State of the Sector Report is the foundation of an ongoing body of work that will track change, measure progress, and continue to elevate the profession’s voice in national conversations. It reflects a sector that is confident in its expertise, engaged with its future, and capable of articulating its role with clarity and authority.

As a flagship publication of AVAA, this report, reproduced biennially and stands as a defining contribution to industry knowledge. It positions the auction and valuation professions as a vital part of Australia’s economic and commercial landscape, with the insight and leadership to shape its own future.

The Australian Auction & Valuation State of the Sector Report will be launched at the AVC26 Conference on the Gold Coast over 7-8 May 2026, so be sure to book your tickets for this key industry event.
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For further information on this report, 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.