In an exciting turn of events, tonight’s Lotto Powerball draw worth $12 million was not won, resulting in a rollover for the much-anticipated Big Wednesday draw next week. The draw revealed the following numbers: 16, 39, 14, 8, 34, and 24, with a bonus ball of 4 and the Powerball number being 2.
Last Night’s Winners and Notable Prizes
While the Powerball jackpot eluded players, the night did witness significant wins, with the largest prize of $200,000 shared among five winners who successfully claimed First Division. Earlier this year, a staggering prize pool of $50 million was distributed among seven lucky players during a must-be-won draw.
On June 8, each of the seven winners walked away with a remarkable $7.2 million, with some winners quickly claiming their shares—even as soon as the following day. However, one winner only came forward to claim their prize last week. A child’s remark regarding the family’s reaction expressed the joyous surprise: “They had a family gathering to share the happy news.”
Future Plans for Winning Families
Reflecting on their newfound wealth, one child shared insights into their parents’ plans: “They’ve slowly been doing bits on the house, and now they can afford to finish the renovations. We really hope they do something for themselves too; they’ve been dreaming of a special overseas trip for a long time, and now that’s a real possibility for them.”
Recent Powerball Wins
Since the big $50 million draw, there have been several other notable wins: on June 12, a MyLotto player in Waikato won $4.5 million, followed by a $5.5 million win on June 19 from a physical ticket purchased in Waitara. For those who buy tickets through MyLotto, the platform offers immediate feedback on any wins, with automated credits for prizes of $1,000 or less. For larger prizes, an online claim form must be completed.
Drawn Numbers and Claiming Prizes
Results are available right after the live draw, which takes place on TVNZ 1 around 8:30 PM every Wednesday and Saturday. Players can also check their results through the MyLotto app or visit Lotto NZ retailers and nzherald.co.nz for updates. For winners holding physical tickets, a visit to a Lotto retailer is necessary to claim prizes.
It’s important to note that to claim the Powerball jackpot, players must match all six Lotto numbers as well as the Powerball number. If the jackpot is not claimed tonight, it will continue to roll over with each draw until a lucky player secures the win. Historically, the longest stretch without a Powerball jackpot being won in Lotto NZ history was 24 consecutive draws.
Join the Ranks of Millionaires
As of 2024, a total of 13 players have enjoyed the thrill of hitting the jackpot, becoming instant multimillionaires. As excitement builds for next week’s Big Wednesday draw, players are eager to see if fortune smiles upon them. Will you be the next lucky winner?