World Association of Valuation Organisations (WAVO) Meeting and International Property Conference 2010 held on 21st – 23rd April, Perth

WAVO had its meeting and Annual General Meeting on 21st April 2010 at Inter Continental PerthBurswood. The discussions covered WAVO’s showcasing of its publication to theworld invaluation practice, formation of a task force comprising valuation experts in their respective fields and measures to increase WAVO’s profile and membership. The AGM was held immediately after the WAVO meeting to approve and adopt the financial statement of accounts for the year ending 31st December 2009.

WAVO Chairman, Dr Lim Lan Yuan and key official members, Mr Keith Goodwin and Mr Adrian Crivii presented papers on the theme “Valuation and Property Trends” with Mr John Martin as Chair on the 2nd day of the IPC 2010. The speakers shared their knowledge and experiences on issues relating to interest rates, unemployment, value corrections, valuers challenges, vacancy and cap rates in Singapore, Canada and Romania respectively.

The day concluded with a sumptuous dinner at the Maltilda Bay Restaurant. It gave members an excellent opportunity for a time of fellowship and networking.