October 9th 2024.
A resident of Far North Queensland, who has recently retired, was in for a pleasant surprise after a routine visit to the dentist. The lucky man, who resides in Bentley Park near Cairns, won a whopping $8 million in the recent Tuesday's Oz Lotto draw, becoming the sole recipient of the division one prize.
According to reports by The Lott, the man shared that he had purchased the winning ticket on a whim, right after his dental appointment. Little did he know that this spur-of-the-moment decision would lead to such a life-changing outcome. "I can't believe this ticket turned out to be the lucky one, delivering such a huge win," he exclaimed. As he spoke to the media, his wife could be seen sitting across the dining table with a wide smile on her face. "We were just having breakfast when you called," he said. "I am still trying to process this all. I don't know how to feel."
The winner also mentioned that he was yet to make any concrete plans on how he will spend the money as he was still overwhelmed by the news. However, he did express his excitement about being able to upgrade his car, something he had always wanted to do. The winning ticket, an 18-game QuickPick, was purchased from the Market Plaza News in Bentley Park.
The owner of the news agency, Sally Tyrie, was ecstatic to learn that one of their customers had won the multi-million-dollar prize. She expressed her joy and congratulated the local man on his incredible win. "It's always a wonderful feeling to know that someone from our community has become a millionaire overnight," she said.
While winning such a huge sum of money can be a life-changing event, it is essential to remember to gamble responsibly. There are various resources available, such as the National Gambling Helpline, which can provide assistance and information to those struggling with gambling addiction. You can reach out to them by calling 1800 858 858.
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