From July 2026, dealers in precious stones, metals and related products will be formally regulated under Australia’s expanded anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism laws. These businesses are entering a new compliance environment that brings both responsibility and opportunity. [...]
Women in auctioneering and valuation have growing leadership opportunities, supported by Women & Leadership Australia (WLA) scholarships designed to strengthen careers and future industry impact. The auction and valuation professions play a pivotal role in Australia’s cultural, [...]
Members of the Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) have access to a new way to establish their professional credentials online through the introduction of digital badges. These exclusive badges provide instant, verifiable proof of expertise, [...]
The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA), a proudly member-driven organisation, confirmed its Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting on 11 September 2025 to lead delivery of the 2025–30 AVAA Strategic Plan. The continuing [...]
The Auctioneers and Valuers Association of Australia (AVAA) has introduced its own professional designations, recognising members who meet the highest standards in auctioneering and valuation. Post-nominals carry weight across respected professions, with AVAA's approach reflecting that in [...]
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has recently updated its guidance on the market valuation of assets, reinforcing the importance of objective, supportable, and well-documented valuation practices. The advice is significant for AVAA Certified Practising Valuers as it provides [...]
