The powerful women in Jules Neale’s corner as she moves to Perth… and estranged husband Lachie faces a difficult choice

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After recently ending a public relationship, AFL player Lachie Neale faces a difficult decision about his football future. He must choose between continuing to play for the Lions or moving back to Perth to be near his children.

Following reports of infidelity that led to their split, Jules returned to her home in Western Australia with their two children, Piper and Freddie. Neale was spotted on Monday moving into a new apartment in Brisbane.

The Brisbane Lions have given two-time Brownlow Medal winner, age 32, their approval to explore a move to Perth at the end of the 2026 season. He recently stepped down as co-captain and will be free to consider offers from other clubs then.

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan expressed his hope that the player will remain with the team, but acknowledged he’s a free agent and therefore has the freedom to decide his future.

If he decides to return to Perth to be near his children, we fully support that decision. We won’t try to stop him or make it difficult.

While Neale potentially plays his last season with the team he helped win two championships, Jules is receiving encouragement from friends in Perth and many well-known women in sports.

Jules, age 35, had a thriving career as a hairdresser and owned her own business in Perth. She moved to Brisbane after marrying Neale.

In his 2020 Brownlow Medal acceptance speech, Neale lovingly described his wife, Jules, as an amazing person.

Before we moved to Brisbane, she actually owned a salon in Perth. She sold it so she could come with me and support my goals.

I just… I can’t even explain it. She was really thriving, building this amazing life for herself, and honestly, she deserves all the success in the world. But even with everything going on for her, she always, always prioritized me. It’s… it’s too much, you know? She shouldn’t have to, but she does. It’s incredibly sweet, but it also worries me, because she sacrifices so much for me.

Sources say Jules is receiving support from friends in Perth, and is considering going back to working in the beauty industry alongside her work as an influencer.

Sources reveal she’s privately expressed gratitude to a few journalists and commentators who have publicly supported her.

Plus, many well-known wives and girlfriends of athletes, as well as other prominent social media personalities, are showing their support with encouraging messages and likes online.

Jules recently shared a video of her and her friends making vision boards for 2026, hoping to attract love, success, and joy in the coming year.

Tayla Broad, a star from Love Island and wife of Richmond player Nathan Broad, was among those who reacted with support, leaving a heart and clapping-hands emojis.

Kayla Boyd, who is married to former Brisbane Broncos captain Darius Boyd, also shared a supportive message, saying, ‘You deserve everything good, darling!’

Kayla Itsines, who also uses vision boards, playfully wished for the universe to deliver everything on the list. Jules simply replied with a heart emoji.

Interestingly, Amie Rohan reacted positively to the post about manifesting desires. Amie previously gained public attention through her marriage to retired Geelong player Gary Rohan, which ended when he left her for the team’s physiotherapist.

Emma Lyon, wife of cricketer Nathan Lyon, also seemed to enjoy the moment. This display of support might be surprising considering she was previously involved in the circumstances surrounding Nathan’s separation from his ex-partner, Mel Waring.

Just days before, Jules celebrated her son Freddie’s first birthday with a heartfelt post, which received an outpouring of support from her many followers, including some well-known faces.

Jessie Murphy, wife of former Carlton captain Marc Murphy, publicly showed her support for Jules by wishing him a happy birthday.

Meanwhile, AFLW star Abbey Holmes wrote: ‘Happy birthday, Freddie! Ya big cutie.’

As a lifestyle observer, I’ve noticed Lachie hasn’t gotten a lot of public attention outside his immediate circle, but he is attracting attention from some big names online. I’m talking about athletes like Samantha Kerr, Buddy Franklin, and Moana Hope – they’re all following him on social media. It’s interesting, though, that none of them have publicly commented on what’s happening with his split. It just goes to show you never really know what goes on behind closed doors, even with public figures!

Following weeks of rumors about his relationship, fueled by Jules publicly announcing their separation and suggesting Tess was involved, Lachie confirmed the split on January 2nd at a press conference held at Brighton Homes Arena. He also announced he was stepping down as co-captain.

Neale has publicly apologized for disappointing his family and causing them pain. He expressed deep regret for his behavior, but didn’t share details about what happened.

I take full responsibility for what happened, and my main focus now is on regaining Jules’ trust. Our children’s well-being is, and always will be, the most important thing.

I know my personal life attracts attention as a public person. But I kindly request that the media respect Jules and our children’s privacy while we navigate this change and move forward.

The conference escalated when a reporter asked Neale: ‘Did you cheat on your wife?’

‘I cannot address those rumours,’ the star midfielder shot back.

Jules publicly revealed she’d been deeply hurt and betrayed, and then suggested her marriage had fallen apart because of something her friend, Tess Crosley, had done.

Jules asked Tess to take down photos from her Instagram showing the Neales and Crosleys together after the Lions’ grand final win. The original comment has since been deleted.

‘Take these down, you idiot, you’re embarrassing yourself,’ Jules wrote. 

There’s no indication that Ms. Crosley acted inappropriately, and she hasn’t publicly addressed Jules’s comments yet.

 

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