Across the profession, businesses of all sizes are operating in an environment shaped by tighter regulation, rising client expectations, rapid digital change, and heightened scrutiny of professional conduct. Key industry leaders will provide insights on these issues at the AVC26 Conference, taking place on the Gold Coast over 7–8 May 2026.
Following feedback from members of the Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA), one of the focus areas of the AVC26 Conference is helping practitioners understand and confidently navigate the business environment in which they operate.
For auctioneers and valuers, commercial pressures now sit alongside complex obligations relating to governance, consumer law, compliance, data management, and ethical practice. These issues affect sole practitioners just as much as large firms, shaping risk exposure, reputation, profitability, and long-term sustainability. The AVC26 Conference program has been designed to address these realities head-on, equipping participants with insights that support sound decision-making and resilient business models.
Regulatory and digital risks are explored in the Small Business in the Digital Age presentation, delivered by the Deputy Commissioner of the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC). This session offers practical insight into consumer law duties, online trading obligations, and data practices, helping business owners signal avoid costly mistakes. Economic context is addressed in Australia’s Economic Outlook, presented by the Chief Economist of the Bank of Queensland. The An Advocacy Agenda That Supports Auctioneers and Valuers session will be delivered by the Chief Executive Officer of the Council of Small Business Organisations of Australia (COSBOA).
These business-focused sessions are complemented by specialist streams that delve into auction- and valuation-specific issues. They will canvass professional practice, sector risks, emerging asset classes, professional standards, and real-world case studies. Together, they ensure participants can connect big-picture business conditions with the practical realities of day-to-day professional work.
The AVC26 Conference is an opportunity to step back, sharpen your perspective, and strengthen your business for what lies ahead. If you want to remain informed, compliant, and competitive in a changing environment, now is the time to book your tickets be part of the conversation on the Gold Coast.
Interested In Finding Out More?
For further information on the conference, please send an email to avc26.conference@avaa.com.au or telephone 1300 928 165. You can also stay up to date by following AVAA on LinkedIn, X/Twitter and Facebook.
