In a stroke of incredible luck, a fortunate player in Invercargill, New Zealand, has emerged as the newest multi-millionaire, bagging a staggering $17,250,000 by winning the First Division and Powerball in the Lotto Powerball draw.
This momentous win was made possible through the purchase of a ticket online.
The winning numbers, which led to this life-altering fortune, were 23, 15, 40, 36, 29, and 3. The bonus ball that accompanied these numbers was 4, while the powerball stood at 7.
Following an empty jackpot in the previous week, the Lotto Powerball draw soared to an astonishing $17 million, captivating the hopes and dreams of countless participants.
Multiple Winners in First Division
Aside from the grand jackpot, three additional Lotto players will also be celebrating their own remarkable victories– each securing a substantial $250,000 prize by winning Lotto First Division.
The winning tickets were sold to an Auckland player through MyLotto, as well as at Flaxmere Pharmacy in Hastings and Woodham Foodmarket in Christchurch.
Seventh Powerball Multi-Millionaire in 2023
The fortunate individual from Invercargill becomes the seventh Powerball multi-millionaire in 2023, adding their name to the list of those whose lives have been forever changed by this game of chance.
It is worth noting that this triumph follows closely on the heels of a couple from Porirua who claimed a $7 million Powerball prize just a few weeks ago.
The excitement surrounding lottery wins has been prevalent in recent months. In one instance, a lucky punter seized a staggering $15.5 million in a must-be-won draw.
The story of the fortunate winner in Invercargill claiming the massive $17.25 million Lotto Powerball jackpot will undoubtedly inspire countless individuals.
