A mystery lotto player has become an overnight multi-millionaire after winning the entire $40 million Powerball jackpot in Thursday night's draw. The player held the only division one winning entry in draw 1571, securing the full prize pool.
Unregistered Ticket Bought in ACT
The winning ticket was purchased at a NSW Lotteries outlet in the Australian Capital Territory, but the winner's identity remains unknown as the ticket was unregistered. The Lott spokesperson Matt Hart expressed excitement over the life-changing win. "What an incredible way to finish FY26," Hart said. "Someone has become an overnight multi-millionaire but possibly doesn't know it yet. We can't wait for them to discover this winning news. Just imagine how $40 million might change your life and the lives of your nearest and dearest."
Third-Largest Prize in ACT History
The $40 million prize is the third most lucrative lottery prize ever won in the ACT. Hart urged all ACT residents or visitors who purchased a ticket for Thursday's draw to check their numbers. The winning numbers were 7, 29, 25, 18, 26, 23, and 17, with the Powerball number 16.
