Auckland is buzzing with excitement as one lucky Powerball player from the region has struck it rich, winning an impressive $17.07 million during Saturday’s live Lotto draw. The winning ticket, purchased through MyLotto, secured the player a life-changing sum comprised of $17 million from the Powerball First Division and an additional $71,429 from the Lotto First Division.
Winning Numbers and Recent Draw History
The numbers drawn on Saturday were: 40, 4, 9, 33, 2, and 8, with the Bonus ball being 17 and the Powerball number 8. This jackpot has amassed a staggering $17 million following an unclaimed $15 million draw the previous Wednesday.
In a related note, the biggest winner from the Wednesday draw was a fortunate Lotto player from Wellington, who added a cool $1 million to their fortune after winning in the Lotto First Division. This ticket was also acquired through MyLotto.
Recent Lotto Milestones
This latest triumph comes just weeks after another Auckland player made headlines by equaling the largest single-winner amount in New Zealand Lotto history. That player walked away with an astonishing $44 million, which included a partial share of the Division One prize. The rapid succession of life-changing Lotto wins has generated significant interest and excitement throughout the region.
Additionally, Saturday’s draw celebrated the success of thirteen other winners who each claimed $71,429. Their winning tickets were sold at various locations, including New World Waikanae in Waikanae and Arrowtown Night ‘n Day in Arrowtown, along with several others purchased via MyLotto from Auckland, Bay of Plenty, and Wellington.
Upcoming Draws and Continuing Excitement
The Strike Four game has rolled over and is now set to reach a staggering $1.1 million for the upcoming draw on Wednesday night. Earlier in June, a record-setting $50 million Powerball jackpot was shared among seven players, each receiving about $7.1 million. Notably, while some winners claimed their shares promptly, others took several weeks before stepping forward.
For those eager to check their winnings, ticket holders purchasing through MyLotto can immediately verify if they have won. Prizes of $1,000 or less are automatically credited to their accounts, while larger prizes require the submission of an online prize form. Additionally, results can be found shortly after the live draws on TVNZ 1, which occur around 8.30 PM on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Information is also accessible via the MyLotto app and online at www.mylotto.co.nz.
Claiming Prizes: Important Details
For those with physical tickets, claiming prizes still necessitates a visit to a Lotto retailer. To win the Powerball jackpot, a ticket holder must match all six Lotto numbers plus the supplementary Powerball number. If the jackpot remains unclaimed, it will continue to roll over until someone wins, with the record for consecutive draws without a winner reaching 24.
In total, 2024 has seen 14 individuals crowned as multimillionaires after incredible Lotto wins. The excitement surrounding these draws continues to capture the imagination and hopes of many New Zealanders.