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 [...]
Australia’s trading card market has evolved from a niche hobby into a sophisticated collectibles sector involving significant sums, international buyers and increasingly complex valuation considerations. That they are now an investment-class asset is coming as a surprise [...]
Luxury goods valuation continues attracting significant attention across insurance, estates, family law, lending and private collections, with owners and advisers increasingly requiring dependable advice regarding authenticity, condition and defensible market value conclusions. This webinar explores contemporary luxury goods [...]
The 2026 Australian Government Budget contains relatively few initiatives directed specifically toward auctioneers and valuers, AVAA notes that several broader policies may still shape operating conditions across the sector. A review of the budget has been prepared [...]
Passenger and light commercial vehicle valuation has become increasingly sophisticated as market conditions, technology and regulatory expectations continue evolving across the Australian motor vehicle sector. While some assume vehicle valuation simply involves reviewing online advertisements or online [...]
For those considering a career in fine art, antiques and collectables, developing a strong understanding of valuation methodology, market behaviour and professional reporting is an important first step. An industry-developed online course provides an accessible introduction to this [...]
The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) has announced the admission of three new AVAA Fellows, recognising individuals whose careers have demonstrated sustained professionalism, leadership, ethical practice, and long standing contribution to Australia’s valuation and auction [...]
Australia’s professional valuers now have an updated national standard for valuation reporting that establishes clearer expectations around transparency, disclosure, methodology and professional accountability, strengthening confidence in valuation advice relied upon by clients, courts, insurers, regulators and government. [...]
Professional certification within Australia’s auction and valuation sector has become increasingly important as consumers, businesses, courts, insurers and government agencies seek greater confidence that auctioneers and valuers possess the technical competency, ethical standards and professional judgement necessary [...]
One of the best ways individuals and businesses can protect themselves when engaging an auctioneer is by choosing a member of the Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA). Recent incidents across Australia have highlighted the risks [...]
