Codes of Conduct

As members of the Australian Livestock and Property Agents we abide by the following:

1. Pursue the highest standards of honesty and integrity in the practice of the agency profession, whether or not these are established in law or stated in codes.

2. Act always in such a way as to protect a client’s interests in any transaction.

3. Respect the equity of all individuals in all transactions.

4. Respect and uphold a client’s right to a competitive market.

5. Defend the concepts of free enterprise.

6. Defend the right of the individual to reward for work which is based on performance and the contribution this work makes to the public good.

7. Support worthwhile innovation, research and development in the rural industry sectors in which agents operate.

8. Act always with professional honesty and courtesy towards fellow agents.

9. Accept the authority of the Stock and Station Agents Association in matters of professional ethics.

10. Do nothing whether covered by this Code of Conduct or not, to discredit the Association, fellow agents or the agency profession.

11. Refrain from anti-competitive behavior.