Powerball Winner Makes History with $100 Million Prize

Thursday, 22 August 2024, 12:00

Powerball winner claims a staggering $100 million jackpot in Australia, marking a historic moment as the third biggest lottery win in the country. The winning entry, unregistered, leaves the identity of the ticketholder a mystery. With thrilling implications for the winner, officials urge anyone holding the lucky ticket to claim their prize immediately.
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Powerball Winner Makes History with $100 Million Prize

Major Powerball Winner Emerges in Australia

A Powerball winner has emerged from Australia, claiming the entire $100 million jackpot in an exhilarating turn of events. The winning numbers for Powerball Draw 1475 are 4, 10, 11, 16, 18, 23, and 24, with the Powerball being 6.

Unregistered Ticket Leaves Identity Unknown

The player from Queensland purchased the ticket in-store from one of The Lott's outlets on Brisbane's northside, but the absence of a registration means no one knows who the winner is. Lottery officials are expressing excitement about the mystery surrounding the win.

  • Division One Prize: $100 million, third largest in Australian history.
  • Division Two Winners: Ten winners, each pocketing almost $189,000.
  • Division Three Winners: 213 winners, each taking home $11,000.

Implications of Winning

Lottery spokesperson Anna Hobdell highlighted the transformative potential of this victory, urging the holder of the ticket to claim their prize at 131 868.

Hobdell remarked, “Imagine how $100 million might change your life and the lives of your nearest and dearest.” The anticipation surrounding the draw saw many Australians participate, as up to half of all adult residents were expected to buy tickets.

The Lottery Landscape

Powerball has experienced a build-up to this jackpot due to the absence of division one winners for four weeks. Hobdell noted that this scenario often fuels conversations among office workers, leading to syndicates forming in hopes of winning big.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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