In an exciting turn of events, the Lotto Powerball jackpot has rolled over to a staggering $20 million for the next draw on Saturday. The previous draw, held tonight, featured an unclaimed $17 million jackpot, leaving Kiwis eagerly anticipating the upcoming chance to win big. The winning numbers for tonight’s draw were 13, 6, 34, 7, 33, and 31, with the bonus ball being 20 and the Powerball at 5.
Aucklander Strikes Lotto Gold
Amidst the anticipation of the Powerball rollover, one lucky Auckland resident has become $1 million richer after clinching the First Division prize tonight. A spokesperson for Lotto confirmed that the winning ticket was purchased through MyLotto, leading to celebrations for the fortunate winner.
Strike Four Jackpot Grows
In addition to the Powerball excitement, the Strike Four draw has also rolled over, with an impressive jackpot of $500,000 up for grabs in Saturday’s draw. This adds to the thrilling atmosphere of opportunity for Lotto players.
Recalling Previous Winners
Just last month, a historic $50 million Powerball draw saw seven lucky Kiwi players share the jackpot, each walking away with $7.2 million. These fortunate individuals claimed their prizes swiftly, but the last winner didn’t come forward until weeks later. The celebratory family shared how renovations to their home now seem more achievable, and they’ve also set their sights on a long-desired overseas trip, thanks to their newfound wealth.
The father of the winning family emphasized the pleasant surprise of their win, noting they typically don’t purchase tickets regularly. After two weeks of forgetting about their ticket tucked away in a handbag, they finally checked it using the MyLotto app, leading to the delightful discovery of their significant winnings.
Other Recent Powerball Wins
Since the initial excitement of the $50m Powerball draw, other notable winnings have occurred: a Waikato player claimed $4.5 million on June 12, while a physical ticket purchased in Waitara yielded $5.5 million on June 19. The Lotto community continues to thrive, with Kiwis across the nation hoping to join the ranks of the lucky winners.
As the next Powerball draw approaches, excitement builds for players hoping for the chance to change their lives with a big win. Make sure to check your tickets, and who knows — you could be the next lucky winner! Good luck to everyone!