Prash Nayar has been crowned Western Australia’s best auctioneer for the second consecutive year after winning the live ‘mock’ auction at REIWA’s 2025 Gift of the Gavel Auctioneering Championships.
Both Mr Nayar and his protege, Revandy Rasyad, who claimed the novice auctioneer title, will represent WA at the 2025 Australasian Auctioneering Championships (AUSTROS) on May 14 in Adelaide.
The annual Gift of the Gavel competition celebrates the art of auctioneering and showcases the high standards set by WA auctioneers, with nine competitors taking to the stage this year to present a live auction on a ‘mock listing’ in front of a judging panel.
Competitors were assessed on technical knowledge, ability to accurately calculate bids and answer questions from bidders, control the flow of the auction, as well as their storytelling skills and overall entertainment.
REIWA CEO Cath Hart said the winners demonstrated why they are the best in the state.
“Auctioneering is a highly-specialised skill. It takes true talent to be able to work the room while calculating bids on the fly, upselling the property’s features to drive more bids and get the best outcome for the seller,” Ms Hart said.
“To be a successful auctioneer, you need to have extensive knowledge of the market and legislation, and a special ability to ‘read the crowd’ and generate engagement from prospective buyers.
“Prash and Revandy set an extremely high benchmark at senior and novice levels and demonstrated why auctions are such an effective selling strategy.”
Mr Nayar expressed his pride in the achievement and his passion for the auction process.
“Being recognised as the best in WA for another year is an incredible accolade,” Mr Nayar said.
“I’m passionate about auctions, they get the best outcome for sellers and are a transparent process for buyers.
“I’m always working to improve my craft and make sure I give my clients the best possible service.”
Mr Nayar also acknowledged his protege’s achievement, adding: “I look forward to representing WA at the AUSTROS, alongside Revandy, who shows tremendous potential as a sales agent and auctioneer.”
