AUSTROS 2026 Schedule of events
14
May
19
May
AUSTROS Draw & Opening Reception
đź“Ť REIV HQ, Abbotsford
Join us for the highly anticipated Senior competition auction draw, as you indulge in a curated selection of Victoria’s finest food and beverages. Tickets are essential.
5:00pm-7:00pm
20
May
AUSTROS Heats and ANAC Draw
đź“Ť Â REIV HQ, Abbotsford
Day1 of the AUSTROS competition officially kicks off!
Join us to watch on as Australia and New Zealand’s best auctioneers go head-to-head in the high-stakes competition that puts their speed, skill and composure under real pressure.
At the close of the day, the AUSTROS Finalists will be announced, along with the official draw for the Australasian Novice Auctioneering Championships (ANAC).
Ticket prices include morning tea and lunch. Evening drinks will be available via cash bar. Tickets are essential.
8.15am – 5.00pm
21
May
ANAC Novice (morning), AUSTROS Final (Afternoon)
đź“ŤREIV HQ, Abbotsford
Day 2 of the competition brings in our finalists for the AUSTROS, and the best of Australia and New Zealand’s Novice Auctioneers!
ANACÂ
The morning begins with the Novice Competition, a key feature of the program celebrating the industry’s emerging talent. Showcasing the passion, potential and skill of the next generation of auctioneering professionals in Australasia.
AUSTROS FinalsÂ
The AUSTROS takes centre stage in the afternoon, bringing together the finalists for AUSTROS 2026. It’s a true test of control, presence and precision, as each finalist steps up to demonstrate the craft at its highest level. With reputation and title on the line, every call counts.
The Champions will be crowned in the evening at the National Awards for Excellence, hosted at Centrepiece.
Ticket prices include morning tea and lunch. Tickets are essential.
8:00am-5:00pm
21
May
Ticket prices include a 3 course meal and 4.5 hour beverage package. Tickets are essential.
ANAC Novice (morning), AUSTROS Final (Afternoon)
📍Centrepiece – Olympic Boulevard, Melbourne
Join us at the REIA National Awards for Excellence 2026, to celebrate and champion the very best talent within the Australian and New Zealand Real Estate Industry!
The evening will feature the announcement of 23 NAFE winners and the AUSTROS and ANAC 2026 Champions.
Expect a night of celebration, great entertainment and fine food and wine within an iconic Melbourne venue.
Dress Code: Black tie
Ticket prices include morning tea and lunch. Tickets are essential.
7:00pm-11:30pm
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The Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV), established in 1936, is the peak representative body for real estate practitioners across Victoria. It is a trusted membership organisation that real estate professionals rely on and consumers recognise for industry leadership and support.
REIV represents more than 2,000 real estate businesses of all sizes, from small family-run agencies to large franchise groups, along with over 5,000 real estate professionals across the state. In addition, more than 2,000 individuals currently studying towards a qualification in the real estate profession are part of the broader REIV community, alongside affiliated companies and service providers supporting the industry.
Through membership, professionals gain access to a wide range of high-quality services, information, and resources designed to support their work and help deliver the highest standard of real estate service to the Victorian community. Whether someone is beginning their career or leading an established agency, REIV exists to represent, support and strengthen the real estate profession across Victoria.