A family from Hastings has received an unexpected windfall, turning a routine Lotto game into a $1 million jackpot that promises to change their lives. This incredible fortune came not from the family’s usual numbers, but from a bonus ticket purchased for the Saturday, July 13 draw, following a modest $24 win in the previous draw.
The Journey to Winning
An anonymous woman from the Hastings family, who regularly plays Lotto with her family’s lucky numbers through a subscription service, shared the thrilling news of their victory. “In the draw before, we won $24 and a bonus ticket,” she revealed. “And can you believe it – it wasn’t even our own numbers that we won with – it was the bonus ticket from Wednesday night!”
Excitement and Dreams Realized
The impact of this windfall has ignited excitement within the family. “You always dream that you will win, but you never actually think you’ll be among those who do,” the winner expressed, adding that their hardworking lifestyle made this win all the more significant. “This means a great deal for me and my family.”
Upon sharing the good news with her children, their immediate response was heartwarming. “When I told my children we had won, they all said to me, ‘Oh Mum, you really deserve this,’” she noted, highlighting the collective joy that the family is experiencing.
New Beginnings and Family Adventures Ahead
With their newfound wealth, the Hastings family is already dreaming of the future. “This means we will be able to buy our first house, which is our dream. A small home, close to our family, but something that is ours,” the woman elaborated. Plans for a long-awaited family holiday are also in the mix. “It is something we’ve not been able to do, and now we can. We are looking forward to planning a very long-awaited family holiday,” she said, describing it as “a beautiful celebration” where they can come together and make lasting memories.
This life-changing win serves as a reminder that dreams can come true, and for the Hastings family, a brighter and more joyful future awaits.