An elderly Perth woman facing the heartbreaking prospect of leaving her home of seven decades has been given a remarkable lifeline through a major Saturday Lotto win.
A Life-Changing Ticket Purchase
The Palmyra pensioner, who is in her nineties and has been a dedicated lottery participant for many years, purchased her regular weekend ticket at the local newsagency in October. Little did she know this routine transaction would dramatically alter her future circumstances.
The 18-game playslip obtained from Palmyra Supa News turned out to be a Division One winner, securing the nonagenarian a substantial cash prize of $791,600.
Priorities Over Extravagance
While many lottery winners dream of lavish vacations and extravagant purchases, this soon-to-be great-great grandmother has clear intentions for her windfall. The Palmyra resident explained that her increasing care requirements had recently forced her to reluctantly consider relocating from her cherished home.
Thanks to her Lotto jackpot, she expressed being absolutely delighted that she can now remain in the residence she has loved for seventy years.
Delayed Prize Collection
Due to health challenges, the pensioner was unable to collect her winnings until last week, when she finally visited the famous LotteryWest Winner's Room accompanied by two of her children.
The winner revealed she had played with two sets of numbers for years before recently deciding to streamline her approach. "Last year I dropped one set of numbers and stuck with the others," she shared. "I obviously chose the right numbers to keep, I feel very fortunate."
Importance of Ticket Registration
Lotterywest spokesperson Zoe Wender emphasized how fortunate it was that the woman had registered her ticket to a Lotterywest membership. "Thanks to her registering, we were able to contact her and keep in touch until she was ready to claim her prize," Wender explained.
"Registering your ticket also means if it's lost or misplaced, you have peace of mind that it's safely linked to your membership," she added, highlighting the security benefits of the registration system.
This heartwarming story demonstrates how a simple lottery ticket can provide not just financial security but emotional stability, allowing Australians to maintain their cherished lifestyles and connections to their communities.
