Melanie Carlisle

Mel is the heart of River City Financial Planning. As Practice Manager, she brings a wealth of experience; she has had a successful career in the financial planning industry since 2006. As a proud Queenslander, Mel has dedicated her professional life to supporting clients across South East Queensland.

Since 2009, Mel has worked closely with Garth Collingwood, forming a long-standing partnership grounded in trust, shared values, and a deep commitment to doing right by every client.

Mel’s passion lies in client care. She understands that retirement is one of life’s most significant transitions, often accompanied by endless questions, uncertainty, and stress. That’s why she’s committed to making the journey as smooth and supportive as possible—not just at retirement, but through every stage that follows. Whether she’s guiding clients through the practical steps of implementing advice or offering a steady hand during life’s unexpected turns, Mel is always there.

Her deep commitment to helping others is reflected in her academic background: with a Bachelor of Social Science from QUT and a Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning), Mel brings both compassion and technical expertise to everything she does.