Key Takeaways
- A winning ticket for a significant Lotto prize was sold on MyLotto to a player from the Waikato.
- The Powerball jackpot has rolled over to Wednesday night, with a prize of $6 million.
- Strike Four has also rolled over and will be worth $400,000 on Wednesday night.
- 29 players won Lotto Second Division, each taking home $9,888.
- Lotto NZ returns 100% of its profits to Kiwi communities through lottery grants programmes.
Introduction to the Lotto Draw
The latest Lotto draw has taken place, and the results are in. A winning ticket was sold on MyLotto to a player from the Waikato, although the specifics of the prize won have not been disclosed. Meanwhile, the Powerball jackpot was not struck on Saturday evening, resulting in a rollover to Wednesday night. The jackpot for the next draw will be a significant $6 million, giving players another chance to win big. Additionally, Strike Four has also rolled over and will be worth $400,000 on Wednesday night, providing further opportunities for players to win substantial prizes.
Second Division Winners
Twenty-nine lucky Lotto players have won Second Division, each taking home a prize of $9,888. The winning tickets were sold at various locations throughout New Zealand, including Woody’s Winners in Wellsford, Four Square Parakai in Parakai, and Rishworth Superette in Whangaparāoa. Other winning tickets were sold in Auckland, Pōkeno, Te Puke, Gisborne, Napier, Palmerston North, Lower Hutt, Wellington, Christchurch, and Ashburton. Some of these locations sold multiple winning tickets, with Four Square Wainui Road in Gisborne and MyLotto in Christchurch each selling two. The winning tickets were also sold through online platforms, with nine tickets sold via MyLotto in Auckland and two sold via MyLotto in Christchurch.
Checking Tickets
Players who purchased their tickets from Pak N Save Tauriko or on MyLotto are urged to check their tickets as soon as possible. This can be done in-store, on the MyLotto website, or through the MyLotto App. It is essential to check tickets promptly to ensure that any prizes are claimed in a timely manner. With the significant number of Second Division winners, it is crucial that players verify their tickets to avoid missing out on their prizes. The Lotto NZ organization emphasizes the importance of checking tickets regularly to ensure that all winners receive their due prizes.
Lotto NZ and Community Funding
Lotto NZ exists to return 100% of its profits to Kiwi communities through lottery grants programmes run by Te Puna Tahua NZ Lottery Grants Board. This means that the revenue generated from Lotto ticket sales is reinvested in the community, supporting various initiatives and projects throughout New Zealand. The organization’s primary goal is to provide funding for worthy causes, and it has been successful in doing so. By playing Lotto, players are not only giving themselves a chance to win significant prizes, but they are also contributing to the betterment of their communities.
Conclusion
The latest Lotto draw has produced 29 Second Division winners, each taking home $9,888. The Powerball jackpot has rolled over to Wednesday night, with a prize of $6 million, and Strike Four will be worth $400,000. Players who purchased tickets from specific locations or on MyLotto are urged to check their tickets as soon as possible. Lotto NZ’s commitment to returning 100% of its profits to Kiwi communities is a testament to the organization’s dedication to giving back to the community. As the next draw approaches, players can look forward to another chance to win big while supporting a worthy cause.