Lotto Luck Strikes Across New Zealand
Mount Maunganui Player Claims Top Prize in Saturday’s Draw
A Mount Maunganui resident is celebrating a significant Lotto win, taking home $1,000,000 in Saturday night’s draw. Multiple other players across the country also shared in over $1.2 million in prizes.
Second Division Success
Nine additional Lotto players will each receive $32,989 after matching six numbers in the Second Division. The winning tickets were sold at MyLotto – Far North, MyLotto (x3) – Auckland, Pak’nSave Māngere – Auckland, Bayfair Lotto – Mount Maunganui, Grant Bros – Gisborne, MyLotto – Horowhenua, and MyLotto – Wellington.
Furthermore, one player secured $55,507 by winning Powerball Second Division, with their ticket purchased at Paper Plus Wānaka in Wānaka. A separate winner also claimed $200,000 with Strike Four, the winning ticket sold at Four Square Cloverlea in Palmerston North.
Community Impact of Lotto New Zealand
Lotto New Zealand emphasizes its commitment to supporting Kiwi communities. According to Lotto New Zealand, 100% of its profits are channeled back into these communities through grant programs administered by Te Puna Tahua New Zealand Lottery Grants Board. In the 2023/2024 financial year, over $275 million was distributed to community groups nationwide, supporting initiatives in sports, arts, and health. (Source: MyLotto)
Anyone who purchased a ticket from any of the aforementioned locations is encouraged to verify their numbers promptly, either in-store, on the MyLotto website, or via the MyLotto App.
Lotto New Zealand reminds players that lottery grants contribute to a wide range of beneficial programs, enhancing the well-being of New Zealanders.
