Novice Auctioneering Competition

Novice Auctioneering Competition

Novice Auctioneering Competition 2026

The REIV Novice Auctioneering Competition is the ideal starting point for new auctioneers ready to test their skills in a professional, live competition environment.

Held annually, the competition is open to auctioneers who have been calling public auctions for less than 12 months and have conducted no more than 20 public auctions. It provides a structured and supportive platform to build confidence, strengthen technique and gain recognition early in your career.

Whether you are stepping up for the first time or encouraging emerging talent within your office, the REIV Novice Competition is where Victoria’s next generation of auctioneers begin.


Winner Presentation: The Novice winner and runner-up will be presented at the REIV Awards for Excellence, hosted at Crown Melbourne, 22 October 2026

Important Dates:

Entries Open: 9:00am, Monday, 22 June
Entries Close: 5:00pm, Thursday, 2 April


Heats: Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Finals: Wednesday, 19 August 2026

WHY ENTER?

The Novice Auctioneering Competition is more than a title, it’s a career-defining opportunity.

  • Compete in front of an expert judging panel appointed by the REIV

  • Build confidence and refine your auction craft under live competition conditions

  • Be recognised as one of Victoria’s most promising emerging auctioneers

  • Gain eligibility to progress to the Australasian Novice Auctioneering Competition

  • Receive professional feedback to accelerate your development

PATHWAY TO AUSTRALAISAN NOVICE AUCTIONEERING COMPETITION

The top two competitors will progress to the 2027 Australasian Novice Auctioneering Competition — the national stage for emerging auctioneering talent across Australia and New Zealand.

Conducted in conjunction with the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) and the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ), the Australasian Novice Competition brings together leading first-year auctioneers from each state and New Zealand.

This championship environment tests composure, control and technical skill – providing invaluable experience early in an auctioneer’s career.

TRAINING & PREPARATION

REIV Novice Auctioneer Of The Year 2025 Highlights

past novice auctioneer of the year winners