May 24th 2024.
An everyday man from Adelaide has just hit the jackpot of a lifetime, claiming the staggering $150 million Powerball division one prize. This makes him the biggest lottery winner in all of Australia, and it's quite a title to hold.
The winning ticket was purchased at an OTR service station in Salisbury, located in the northern region of Adelaide. When asked about his plans for the future, the middle-aged man assured everyone that he will continue working. "I know it may sound crazy, but I enjoy my job and I don't want to give it up," he said with a smile.
It was a typical night for the lucky winner as he checked his two tickets before going to bed. It wasn't until the next morning that he realized he had won the grand prize. "I'm at work today," he exclaimed, still in disbelief. "I've never screamed so loud or jumped so high in my life."
The man's plans for the money include buying a house, traveling the world, and helping out his family and friends. However, he admits that the size of the prize is still sinking in. "This is life-changing. I can't stop smiling and pinching myself," he shared with excitement.
The winning numbers for the draw were 18, 29, 34, 8, 4, 28, and 6, with a Powerball of 11. It was initially announced that the ticket was purchased by a single person who did not register it to a player card or online account. This caused officials to wait for the winner to come forward.
The $150 million prize is tied for the third largest prize ever offered by the lottery game, with all other more lucrative draws being won by multiple winners or syndicates. The Lott spokesperson, Matt Hart, shared that there have only been five draws in history offering a jackpot of $150 million or more.
Before the draw, Hart mentioned that if a single person wins the prize, they will make history by becoming the biggest individual lottery winner in the nation. He also revealed that the last time a $150 million prize was offered was in January of this year, where the peak of sales was at 6:15 pm on the day of the draw, with 7455 tickets being sold in just one minute.
Although the chances of winning such a massive prize are slim, millions of people still flock to buy tickets in hopes of becoming the next big winner. Statisticians say that there is a higher chance of being struck by lightning than winning the lottery, but for many, it's a risk worth taking.
In case anyone needs help with gambling addiction, the National Gambling Helpline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They provide free, professional, and confidential support and can be reached at 1800 858 858.
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