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.
Attend the Finals
Congratulations to all our finalists!
Reaching the finals is an outstanding achievement and a reflection of your hard work, professionalism and dedication to the industry.
We wish every finalist the very best of luck in the last stage of the competition.
Live Streaming
Can't make it in person? Each competitor will be live streamed on the day.
- Watch the Competition
Heats: Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Finals: Wednesday, 19 August 2026
- Winner Presentation
The Novice winner and runner-up will be presented at the REIV Awards for Excellence, hosted at Crown Melbourne, 22 October 2026
- Online Livestream
Watch the competition live online via Auctions Live
Auctions Begin from 10AM
Harry Stogdale
Thomson Real Estate
Alexander Dimitriou
Collings Real Estate
Joseph Tilley
Barry Plant Doncaster East
Oliver Redfern
Aston Commercial
Kalem Bradborn
Jellis Criag Kingston
past novice auctioneer of the year winners
REIV Novice Auctioneer Of The Year 2025 Highlights
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 ANAC
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.
