Jules Neale is stepping into her post-split era with grace and openness, sharing her journey publicly and peacefully from her Perth base. The influencer and hairdresser has posted a heartfelt video montage on Instagram, offering followers an intimate look at her life after separating from AFL player Lachie Neale.
A Soundtrack of Resilience and Healing
Set to Birdy's uplifting track Keeping Your Head Up, the video captures Jules embracing her new life back on Western Australian soil. This song choice is significant, as it has long been associated with resilience, healing, and women moving forward after heartbreak. The anthem is frequently used across social media as a soundtrack for new beginnings following breakups, and followers quickly noted its poignant relevance.
Sun-Soaked Moments and Honest Emotions
The montage weaves together sun-drenched scenes around Perth, relaxed wine nights with friends, and joyful moments with her children, Piper and Freddie. Her brother also features in happy family snaps, highlighting the supportive network around her. Jules didn't shy away from raw honesty, including a vulnerable moment where she is seen crying, acknowledging the pain of the separation alongside the brighter aspects of her life.
Overwhelming Support from Followers and Friends
The Instagram post has garnered more than 20,000 reactions, with an outpouring of supportive messages from high-profile friends and followers. Emma Lyon, wife of Australian Test cricketer Nathan Lyon, left a love reaction, while stylist and presenter Renee Enright commented, "And we are all behind you, cheering so loudly." Melbourne-based influencer Olivia Molly Rogers added "Queen things," and Emma Hawkins, wife of Tom Hawkins, chimed in with "And what a recupe! Mixed with a whole lot of grace and a good dash of power."
Continuing the Healing Journey on Social Media
This follows Jules's increased activity on Instagram, where she posted a carousel of happy snaps just two days ago with the caption "so much to smile about." The photos featured her children playing at parks and on picnics around Perth hotspots, drawing further support from followers wishing her well on her path to healing. One follower shared, "Yes there is ❤️ I was in your position, 15 months ago. It always gets better, doll. 15 months on, I'm thriving! In every way possible."
New Beginnings in Perth and Professionally
Jules has since relocated to Perth with her family, while the couple's luxury Brisbane home is listed for sale. She has also made a quiet professional shift, signing with talent agency One Daydream. Agency founder Pru Corrigan confirmed the partnership, describing Jules as a natural fit. "Jules is a Perth-based talent with a strong presence across beauty, fashion and lifestyle. With a background in hairstyling, she brings a polished yet effortless feel and a strong eye for detail to her content," Corrigan stated.
Contrasting Focuses Post-Split
While Lachie Neale remains contracted to the Brisbane Lions and has publicly stated his focus is on the 2026 AFL season, Jules appears firmly grounded back home in Perth. In related news, Tess Crosley, the woman at the centre of the scandal involving an alleged affair, shared a cryptic Instagram message earlier this week. Her post, which read "There is always another story, there is more than meets the eye," marks her first in three weeks, with comments disabled from her over 37,000 followers. This comes after she was spotted back at her Brisbane home, following reports last month that she had moved out.
