The latest Lotto draw has resulted in a significant rollover, with the Powerball jackpot climbing to an impressive $30 million for the upcoming draw on Wednesday. While the Powerball prize of $26 million was not won this evening, one lucky Aucklander celebrated a different victory, claiming a $1 million prize from the Lotto First Division.
Big Wins Amidst Rollover
The victorious ticket for the Lotto First Division was purchased through MyLotto, marking yet another exciting win for the platform. Meanwhile, the Powerball numbers drawn tonight were 15, 20, 26, 21, 30, and 2, with a bonus ball of 5 and a Powerball of 1. This evening’s draw also comes on the heels of a record in New Zealand Lotto history, where a player recently won a staggering $44 million – the largest single-player prize to date.
Recent Powerball Highlights
Back in June, a record-breaking $50 million Powerball jackpot was won by seven individuals, each walking away with around $7.1 million. It took nearly a month before all winners came forward to claim their shares. The anticipation continues as players eagerly await the next draw, hoping to hit the jackpot.
How to Check Your Winnings
For those who have participated in Lotto, accessing results has never been easier. MyLotto users can immediately see if they’ve won, with prizes up to $1,000 automatically credited to their accounts. For larger winnings, players are required to fill out an online prize form. Draw results are made available right after the live broadcasts on TVNZ 1, which occur every Wednesday and Saturday. Additionally, results can be checked via the MyLotto app, online at www.mylotto.co.nz, and also at various Lotto NZ retailers.
Claiming Your Powerball Prize
For those holding a physical ticket, claiming prizes requires a visit to a Lotto retailer. To win the Powerball jackpot, players must match all six Lotto numbers along with the Powerball number. If the jackpot remains unclaimed, it continues to roll over until someone wins it, or until it reaches the must-be-won limit. In case of multiple winners, the jackpot is shared equally among winning tickets.
This year has already seen 16 fortunate individuals become multimillionaires through the Lotto draws. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting news in the world of Lotto!