In an exciting turn of events for Lotto enthusiasts, a lucky punter from Taranaki has become a multi-millionaire after winning a staggering $5.5 million Powerball jackpot. This significant prize consists of $5 million from the Powerball first division and an additional $500,000 from the Lotto first division.
Winning Ticket Sold in Waitara
A representative from Lotto confirmed that the winning ticket was purchased at Impulse Snacks & Lotto, located in the vibrant community of Waitara, Taranaki. This win marks the 13th multi-millionaire of the year 2024, following closely behind another recent winner from Waikato who secured $4.5 million in the previous week.
Additional Wins and Upcoming Draws
In addition to the life-changing Powerball win, another fortunate punter celebrated a $500,000 victory with Lotto first division, with their winning ticket being sold at Pak’nSave Mt Albert in Auckland.
As the excitement around Lotto continues, the Strike Four game has rolled over, with an anticipated prize of $400,000 set for Saturday night’s drawing. The numbers drawn on this lucky night were 2, 8, 16, 18, 23, and 26, with the bonus ball being 20 and the Powerball number 7.
With the Lotto draw consistently creating new multi-millionaires, fans eagerly await the next opportunity to win big!