Jules Neale, the former wife of Brisbane Lions midfielder Lachie Neale, is set to make a high-profile appearance at the Australian Open next week as she continues to rebuild her life following their very public marriage breakdown. The mother of two, who has relocated to Perth after the split, will be a special guest of champagne sponsor Piper-Heidsieck at Melbourne Park on January 27.
Moving Forward After Personal Turmoil
This significant public engagement comes after Neale's emotional social media revelations about experiencing what she described as 'unimaginable betrayal' upon discovering her husband's affair with her former close friend Tess Crosley. The 35-year-old hairdresser and influencer has been gradually re-establishing her professional life, recently signing with leading talent agency One Daydream.
The agency announced their new partnership enthusiastically on Instagram, stating: 'We are so excited to be welcoming @jules_neale to the ODd roster. Jules is a Perth-based talent with a strong presence across beauty, fashion and lifestyle. With a background in hair styling, she brings a polished yet effortless feel and a strong eye for detail to her content.'
Social Media Signals of Recovery
Neale has been sharing glimpses of her new chapter on social media platforms, including a recent TikTok video that showed her enjoying a relaxed moment at an al fresco restaurant, sipping white wine. The clip was set to Olivia Dean's track 'Lady Lady', which features the telling lyric: 'That lady, lady, she's the man.'
In a pointed caption accompanying the video, Neale appeared to reference conversations about her marriage breakdown, writing: 'I don't understand how they could do that.' She followed this with a more positive reflection: 'Exactly, what a blessing not to.' The post concluded with Neale offering a cheeky wink to the camera, suggesting a growing confidence in her post-marriage identity.
Practical Changes and Property Matters
The couple's former marital home in Brisbane's Seven Hills suburb, once described as their 'forever home', has now been listed for sale with a price tag of $2.43 million. The impressive property features three bathrooms, a swimming pool, and an entertainment deck, but now bears a 'for sale' sign as both parties move forward separately.
Meanwhile, Lachie Neale finds himself at a career crossroads as he approaches the end of his contract with the Brisbane Lions. The two-time Brownlow Medallist, who recently stepped down as co-captain following the personal scandal, could potentially relocate to Western Australia to be closer to his children. In a media appearance earlier this month, the veteran footballer acknowledged that he had 'let his family down' through his actions.
A New Chapter Begins
Jules Neale's appearance at the Australian Open represents more than just a celebrity guest spot; it marks a significant step in her public re-emergence following months of personal upheaval. As she prepares to attend one of tennis's most prestigious events, supported by a major champagne brand and represented by a leading talent agency, Neale appears to be crafting a new professional identity independent of her previous role as a football WAG.
The Australian Open engagement will provide Neale with a high-visibility platform to showcase her evolving brand across beauty, fashion, and lifestyle sectors, while simultaneously demonstrating her resilience in the wake of personal challenges that have played out very publicly over recent months.
