Our Team

Colin has been involved in the Real Estate industry for over 40 years. He has lived and worked in the northern suburbs of Perth for many years and has an excellent knowledge of the local area.

Colin founded Observation Rise Realty back in 2003 and was Principal and Licensee of the business for nearly 20 years before transferring ownership of the business in 2022 to his daughter and son-in-law. Colin lived on-site at Observation Rise for more than 15 years and has an unparalleled knowledge of the complex, its residents and it history. Colin has sold more properties within the complex than any other agent.

Colin remains involved in the business in an advisory role and assists with sales as required.

David has an extensive career spanning facilities management and hospitality and has worked with Observation Rise Realty since 2014. David grew up in the local area and is very familiar with the local beaches and businesses.

He is a Director of the business and is actively involved in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of Observation Rise Realty.

David has been a registered Real Estate and Business Sales Representative since 2016 and completed his Diploma in Property Services (Agency Management) in 2019.

Lisa has an impressive career in property management, having worked in the industry for 25 years. She is highly experienced in all aspects of property management and trust accounting, and her personable and professional approach are highly commended.

Lisa heads up the Property Management operations at Observation Rise Realty and oversees all our short (holiday) and long term properties under management. Lisa has a close rapport with many owners and tenants and this is why many of our owners have chosen Observation Rise Realty to manage their investment for more than 10-15+ years.

Rebecca has more than 20 years of experience in the property industry working for some of WA’s largest and most respected property developers and builders. Rebecca commenced working with Observation Rise Realty behind the scenes in 2009 and has been a registered Real Estate and Business Sales Representative since 2010.

Rebecca completed her Diploma in Property Services (Agency Management) in 2019 and works across every aspect of the business operations including sales, rentals and holiday accommodation.

Rebecca & David Farris took ownership of the business in 2022 and Rebecca is the Licensee of Observation Rise Realty.

Jen has joined the team working across all aspects of the business including sales, property management and short stay accommodation.

Jen is an amazing “people person” and holds a Diploma in Education, a Certificate in Interior Design and is undertaking her Real Estate Registration. She has a passion for all things property and a keen eye for design.

Like the rest of the team Jen has lived in and around the Perth northern beaches all of her life and has a great understanding of the local area and lifestyle. Jen has recently renovated her family home and is a great person to speak to about home improvements, trades and ideas.