Nicole Kidman may be plotting a major move halfway across the world, and it could mean drastically less time between Keith Urban and his daughters.
Fresh off spending the holidays in her native Australia with Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 15, the actress is reportedly reconsidering where to call home following her recent split from the country music star.
After years of raising their girls in Nashville, Kidman now holds nearly all the cards when it comes to custody—and she might be ready to play them.
According to reports, Australia is calling her name, and Urban may have little say in stopping her.
Custody Agreement Heavily Favors Kidman
The National Enquirer reports that Kidman is seriously considering relocating to Australia with both daughters, capitalizing on a custody arrangement that overwhelmingly favors her. People magazine revealed the parenting agreement allows Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret to spend 306 days annually with their mother—compared to just 59 days with their father.
Nicole pretty much has full custody of the girls, so there’s really nothing to stop her from packing up and moving wherever she wants with them.
That’s what an insider told the outlet, highlighting just how one-sided the arrangement truly is. With that kind of legal backing, Kidman essentially has free rein to choose where she and her daughters live.
From Portugal to Down Under
Interestingly, Australia wasn’t always the top contender. Six months ago, Kidman reportedly had her sights set on Portugal as her post-split home base.
But something shifted during her recent holiday trip back to Australia.
After her last trip home over the holidays, she’s now saying Australia feels like a better choice for the girls and her. She’s feeling quite unmoored these days and feels a big pull back home.
Sources suggest Kidman is searching for stability and connection during this emotionally turbulent period. Returning to her roots in Australia seems to offer both.
Daughters Are on Board
Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret aren’t being dragged kicking and screaming to the Southern Hemisphere. Both girls are reportedly close to Kidman’s side of the family and have embraced the idea of living in Australia full-time.
Her girls are both on board. More than anything they want her to be happy, but they love it in Australia as well.
That family connection appears crucial. Having strong ties to their mother’s relatives gives the girls additional support systems beyond just Kidman herself, which could ease the transition significantly.
Urban Faces Worst-Case Scenario
For Keith Urban, this potential move represents his biggest fear coming true. Sources say he’s deeply troubled by the prospect of his daughters living on the opposite side of the planet.
Having his kids so far away is going to be very tough. It also won’t be easy for him to accept Nicole moving across to the other side of the world, either. Either way, this is the worst-case scenario for him.
Geographic distance would make spontaneous visits nearly impossible. Those 59 days allocated in the custody agreement would require significant planning, international flights, and major disruptions to everyone’s schedules.
Why Daughters Choose Mom
Recent reporting from ShuterScoop sheds light on why Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret appear firmly in their mother’s corner. It’s not about choosing sides in a bitter divorce—it’s about who’s been consistently present.
They love their dad, but Nicole’s been the constant. She’s been there for every school event, every bedtime. Keith’s been touring, filming — gone.
Urban’s career demands have kept him on the road extensively. While that’s created financial stability and professional success, it’s also meant missing day-to-day moments with his daughters.
There’s also reportedly a personality factor at play. Sources indicate Urban has a “fiery temper” that contrasts sharply with Kidman’s calmer demeanor.
The girls have seen who held it all together. They feel safest with Nicole.
Creating a Healing Environment
Since the separation, Kidman has reportedly focused intensely on creating emotional stability for her daughters. She’s implementing wellness practices and family rituals designed to help everyone process the divorce.
She’s turning their home into a sanctuary. There’s yoga, journaling, family dinners — all about healing.
These deliberate efforts to prioritize mental health and family connection appear to be strengthening the bond between Kidman and her daughters during an undeniably difficult transition.
No Drama—For Now
People magazine recently reported that custody arrangements haven’t caused friction between the exes. An insider shared a surprisingly harmonious picture of co-parenting.
Their daughters live with Nicole, but spend as much time with Keith as they want. There is no drama.
However, that assessment came before Australia relocation rumors began circulating. Moving thousands of miles away would fundamentally change what “as much time with Keith as they want” actually means in practical terms.
The distance would transform casual weekend visits into major international trips requiring advance planning, expensive airfare, and significant time away from school or work commitments.
Consequences of Urban’s Choice
Throughout reporting on this split, one detail remains consistent: Keith Urban initiated the separation. Multiple sources have indicated this was his decision, not Kidman’s.
If Kidman does relocate to Australia with their daughters, it would represent a direct consequence of that choice. When someone with primary custody decides to end a marriage, they retain significant control over what happens next—including where everyone lives.
The irony isn’t lost on observers. Urban wanted out of the marriage but may lose daily proximity to his children as a result. Whether Kidman ultimately chooses Australia, Portugal, or stays in Nashville, she holds the power to decide.
For now, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret remain the priority for both parents. How that translates into living arrangements across continents remains to be seen, but Kidman appears ready to put her daughters’ emotional wellbeing—and her own—above all else.