The Oz Lotto jackpot has increased to an enormous $70 million for next Tuesday’s draw after no ticket matched all seven winning numbers in Tuesday’s $50 million draw. Draw number 1632 saw the winning numbers 37, 45, 46, 12, 16, 39, and 24 drawn, accompanied by supplementary numbers 31, 44, and 19. Despite no player claiming the top prize, 12 players across Australia shared the division two prize pool of $618,373, each receiving $51,531.15.
Division Two and Three Winners Share Substantial Prizes
The division two prize pool offered a significant payout to a dozen lucky winners. One Western Australian player, who purchased their ticket from Dalyellup News and Lotteries, was among those who secured the $51,531.15 prize. In addition to division two, 17 players from Western Australia won $5,075.05 each in division three, contributing to the overall prize distribution across the state. These winnings ensured that despite no division one winner, Tuesday night’s draw produced several fortunate players with meaningful returns.
Jackpot Matches Fourth-Largest in Oz Lotto History
Next week’s $70 million jackpot equals the fourth-largest prize in the game’s 31-year history. The last time a jackpot reached this size was in April when 15 Queenslanders shared a $70 million division one prize. Remarkably, these 15 winners were strangers who joined together to form a syndicate. Earlier this year, the Oz Lotto jackpot hit $100 million, marking the largest prize in more than a decade.
Western Sydney Woman Sets New Individual Win Record
The record for the largest individual Oz Lotto win in Australian history belongs to a woman from Western Sydney. She won the $100 million jackpot earlier this year and instantly secured her place in the lottery’s history books. This prize remains one of the largest individual lottery wins in Australia and demonstrates the potential scale of rewards offered by Oz Lotto.
Powerball Offers Additional Winning Opportunity
Players who missed out on Tuesday’s Oz Lotto draw have another chance at a big prize this Thursday. The Powerball jackpot currently sits at $30 million, offering an alternative opportunity for players to claim a significant win this week. The growing jackpots in both Oz Lotto and Powerball highlight the increasing interest and participation in Australia’s major lottery games.
Lotterywest Encourages Group Syndicates for the $70 Million Prize
James Mooney, spokesperson for Lotterywest, expressed optimism that the upcoming $70 million Oz Lotto prize will be shared among a group of Western Australian players. He said, “The majority of WA’s significant lotto wins in recent years have been shared by a group, including a $30 million Powerball prize won in April and shared by a trio of friends from Perth’s Eastern Suburbs.” This observation underscores the benefits of syndicate play in spreading risk and increasing chances of winning.
April Powerball Winners Share Their Experience
The trio who shared the $30 million Powerball prize in April chose to keep their winnings private during the Easter break. They described the feeling of winning as “an out-of-body experience.” Their comments reflect the profound emotional impact of winning a major lottery prize and offer insight into how winners process such life-changing events.
Growing Jackpot Fuels Player Excitement Nationwide
The rapid growth of the Oz Lotto jackpot continues to attract players across Australia. The jump from $50 million to $70 million represents a significant increase and heightens anticipation ahead of next week’s draw. Many players will be eager to test their luck and claim the largest Oz Lotto prize since April, hoping to transform their lives with the substantial jackpot.
Oz Lotto’s Impact on Australian Lottery History
Over its 31 years, Oz Lotto has offered numerous large jackpots that have shaped the Australian lottery landscape. The recent $100 million jackpot marked a historic moment, while the $70 million prize matches some of the highest payouts ever recorded. These large jackpots continue to inspire players and reinforce Oz Lotto’s position as one of Australia’s premier lottery games.
Summary of Tuesday Night’s Draw and Prize Distribution
- Winning numbers: 37, 45, 46, 12, 16, 39, 24
- Supplementary numbers: 31, 44, 19
- Division one winners: None
- Division two winners: 12 players sharing $618,373
- Division two prize per winner: $51,531.15
- Division three winners: 17 players sharing $86,276.05 (approximate)
- Division three prize per winner: $5,075.05
These figures illustrate the scale of prizes beyond the jackpot, providing opportunities for many players to take home winnings.
