Auckland has yet again produced another millionaire, as a fortunate punter has become the 16th multi-millionaire of 2024 after clinching a hefty jackpot of $4.3 million in the Lotto Powerball draw.
Winning Numbers and Prize Breakdown
The winning numbers for tonight’s draw were 3, 10, 15, 19, 22, and 26, with the bonus ball being 4 and the Powerball number being 8. The Lotto organization has confirmed that the winning ticket was purchased through MyLotto by a player in Auckland. This impressive prize is composed of $4 million from the Powerball first division and an additional $333,333 from the Lotto First Division.
Other Big Winners
In addition to the Auckland winner, two other lucky players also celebrated significant wins, each taking home $333,333 from the Lotto First Division. Their winning tickets were also bought via MyLotto, one from Tauranga and the other from Marlborough.
Strike Four Winners Shine
Moreover, two players of the Strike game are reveling in their $550,000 win with the Strike Four draw. The winning tickets were acquired at New World Kumeū in Kumeū and online at MyLotto by another Auckland player.
Recent History of Big Wins
This latest Powerball success comes shortly after an Auckland punter won an astounding $17.07 million just a few days prior. That winning ticket was also purchased through MyLotto.
Last month, the Lotto community witnessed a remarkable event when an Auckland player matched the largest single-winner prize in New Zealand’s Lotto history, taking home a staggering $44 million—a total of $44,066,667, which included a one-fifteenth share of the division-one prize. June saw a record-setting $50 million Powerball jackpot, shared among seven winners, each receiving $7.1 million.
Claiming Prizes
Players who opt to purchase tickets through MyLotto have the advantage of immediate prize verification. For amounts up to $1,000, winnings are automatically credited to the player’s account, while for prizes exceeding $1,000, an online prize form must be completed. Results of the draws can be viewed live on TVNZ 1 at around 8:30 PM on Wednesday and Saturday, or accessed via the MyLotto app and the official website at www.mylotto.co.nz.
Future Draws and Jackpots
To claim the Powerball jackpot, a ticket must include all six Lotto numbers plus the Powerball number. If the jackpot goes unclaimed, it will continue to roll over into future draws until a winner emerges. The longest duration without a jackpot winner in Lotto NZ’s history stands at 24 consecutive draws.
This year marks a remarkable run, with a total of 16 punters now enjoying the status of millionaires. Keep your eyes on the next draws—who knows who will be celebrating next!