Craigieburn Dad's Heart-Stopping $20 Million Powerball Win
Imagine finding out you've won a life-changing fortune, and you're the first major winner of the year! That’s exactly what happened to a dad from Craigieburn, a suburb in Melbourne, when he discovered he had won the $20.8 million Powerball prize. His heart raced as he realized his luck had just skyrocketed, and his family’s future had just been transformed.
This Melbourne dad, who occasionally buys a Powerball ticket, was stunned to learn he had the only winning entry in the entire country for Powerball draw 1494, held on Thursday, January 2, 2025. The enormous division one prize amounted to a jaw-dropping $20,809,257.29, setting the stage for a very special start to the year.
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The excitement was palpable as the man spoke with an official from The Lott after confirming his win. "It’s so exciting! I don’t buy a Powerball ticket often, but this time, it’s a great blessing for my family and me,” he said, his voice filled with joy and disbelief. His reaction was natural; after all, winning such a massive prize is every Aussie’s dream!
Though the man wasn’t immediately notified of his windfall (because he hadn't registered his ticket through The Lott’s online system), he checked his ticket days later and couldn’t believe his eyes. "Oh my god! My heart is beating so fast – I don’t know how to control it," he said, clearly overcome with emotion. "I’m so happy. I don’t know what to think." And who could blame him? A sum like that brings with it endless possibilities.
One of the first things the man mentioned was how the money would change his family's life for the better. "It means I can pay off the mortgage and help my family," he explained. He also shared how he’d love to fulfill a long-held dream of taking his wife and children on a European vacation—something they’ve never been able to afford. "My wife and children have always said we never go on holidays, and now, I can take them to Europe. This is the kind of life-changing gift I never imagined," he added.
The winning ticket was purchased at The Lucky Charm store in Craigieburn Central, with store owner Nicole Knothe saying the news was a huge thrill for the store. “This is such an exciting and life-altering win for one of our lucky customers,” she said, wishing the winner nothing but happiness and comfort from his new fortune. The lucky numbers from the draw included 21, 27, 9, 22, 15, 18, 8, and the Powerball number was 19.
This incredible win marks the first major Powerball victory of 2025, and the family man from Craigieburn is now set to enjoy the fruits of his fortune in the most meaningful ways possible. Whether it's paying off bills, giving his family the gift of travel, or securing their future, this win is nothing short of a dream come true. It's safe to say that 2025 is off to an unforgettable start for this lucky winner.
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