The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) produces the Australian Auction & Valuation Sector – Insurance Insights & Reform  Report to offer a clear and constructive overview of the insurance landscape supporting auctioneers and valuers across Australia. Drawing on member insights, sector expertise, and policy analysis, the report highlights the essential role insurance plays in enabling confident, professional practice.

Insurance underpins the day-to-day work of auctioneers and valuers. Professional indemnity, public liability, cyber protection, and business interruption cover are essential to working with clients, participating in institutional work, and operating with trust and accountability. The report shows that the sector sees insurance as central to doing business and is actively working on how coverage can keep pace with modern practice.

The findings show the profession is adapting to a dynamic operating environment. Members are increasingly focused on aligning insurance with contemporary business activities, including digital systems, data management, and the considered use of emerging technologies. This presents a valuable opportunity for insurers, brokers, and policymakers to continue developing products and frameworks that reflect the sophistication and diversity of the auction and valuation sector.

The Australian Auction & Valuation Sector – Insurance Insights & Reform Options Report is available to download without charge via the link below:

• 2026 AVAA Insurance Insights & Reform Report (PDF)

As a member-driven organisation, AVAA brings together real-world experience from professionals working across fine art, antiques, collectables, motor vehicles, plant and equipment, and broader goods markets. This breadth ensures the report is grounded in practical insight while also contributing meaningfully to national policy conversations.

The report also reinforces AVAA’s leadership role in advocacy and professional standards. By articulating the insurance needs of the sector in a clear and structured way, it supports informed dialogue with parliamentarians and regulators via the AVAA Government Affairs Committee, plus allied industry associations. It highlights the importance of settings that encourage accessibility, clarity, and confidence in insurance arrangements for businesses of all sizes.

AVAA invites collaboration across the insurance and professional services ecosystem and contributes to a shared understanding of how risk is managed within the sector. A future edition will build on this foundation, tracking developments and continuing to elevate the voice of auctioneers and valuers in national discussions.

The Australian Auction & Valuation Sector – Insurance Insights & Reform Options Report will be a key discussion point 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.