A fortunate resident of Western Australia's South West region has secured a life-changing financial future after claiming the Division One prize in Lotterywest's Set for Life draw. The winning ticket, which was the sole top-tier winner across the entire country, guarantees its holder a monthly payment of $20,000 for the next two decades.
Winning Ticket Sold at Dalyellup News and Lottery
The ticket was purchased at Dalyellup News and Lottery, located in the Shire of Capel. The draw took place on Thursday night, and the prize is valued at a substantial $4.8 million. This windfall provides the winner with financial stability for 20 years through regular monthly installments.
Second Set for Life Win in South West in a Month
Remarkably, this marks the second Set for Life victory in the South West region within just four weeks. Last month, a newsagency in Margaret River also sold a winning ticket, highlighting a streak of good fortune for the area.
Store Owner's Excitement
Rikhikumar Patoliya, the owner of Dalyellup News, expressed his joy at selling the winning ticket. He noted that while he had sold many Division Two winning tickets over his three years of operating the store, he had always been waiting for that elusive Division One win. Patoliya shared that customers had often predicted a major win was coming, and he is thrilled that it has finally happened. He hopes the winner is a local resident, adding that his customers and staff will be overjoyed.
Lotterywest Spokesperson Comments
Zoe Wender, a spokesperson for Lotterywest, remarked that the South West appears to be a lucky region for lottery players in 2026, following two significant wins. She expressed excitement about meeting the winner of this life-changing prize, who has two decades of financial rewards to anticipate.
Opportunity for Other Players
For those in Western Australia who missed out on this massive win, another opportunity awaits this weekend. The Saturday Lotto draw is offering a $10 million prize, giving players another chance at a substantial windfall.
