Australian Lotteries

From 1881 to record‑breaking jackpots — everything you need to know about lottery Down Under

What is the Australian lottery?

Australia operates a network of state‑licensed lotteries that balance strict regulation with substantial community funding.

Transparent regulation

The LotteryCorporation audits every draw and streams the results live.

Diverse games

Powerball, OzLotto, TattsLotto, SetforLife and instant scratch‑its run throughout the week.

Community benefit

More thanA$1billion a year is channelled into health, sport and infrastructure projects across the states.

Lottery facts at a glance

1
First draw

1881 · Tattersalls, Tasmania

2
First charity lottery

Golden Casket 1917 — funds for WWI veterans

3
First televised draw

TattsLotto · 22 Jun 1972

4
Largest jackpot

A$200 million · Powerball · 1 Feb 2024

5
Largest single win

A$100 million · Oz Lotto · Feb 2025

6
First online ticket

Sold in 2000 via Oz Lotto website

7
Most‑drawn number

No. 17 appears in 1 of every 10 Powerball draws

8
Biggest unclaimed prize

A$23.3 million · NSW · 1997 — ticket still missing

Key milestones

Tattersalls icon 1881

First public lottery
Tattersalls, Tasmania

Golden Casket icon 1917

Golden Casket launches
raising funds for WWI vets

TV broadcast icon 1972

First televised draw
TattsLotto on HSV‑7

Powerball icon 1996

Powerball introduced
nation‑wide

Jackpot icon 2024

Record jackpot
A$200 million Powerball

Oz Lotto icon 2025

Largest single win
A$100 million Oz Lotto

Lotto games & next draw

Powerball

Thu

7 numbers + Powerball

Current jackpot: A$3 million

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Oz Lotto

Tue

7 of 47

Current jackpot: A$2 million

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Saturday Lotto

Sat

6 of 45

Current jackpot: A$4 million

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Jackpot records & key stats

Record jackpot

A$200 million
Powerball, 1 Feb 2024

Average top-5

A$166 million
(2019–2024)

100M+ wins

6
Jackpots over A$100M

Most frequent game

Powerball
4 of top-5 jackpots

Rank Amount Game Date
1 A$200 M Powerball 01 Feb 2024
2 A$160 M Powerball 27 Oct 2022
3 A$150 M Powerball 09 Sep 2021
4 A$120 M Oz Lotto 15 Mar 2023
5 A$110 M Saturday Lotto 22 Jun 2020

Winners' stories

Real people, real life-changing moments — meet some of our biggest winners.

The Singleton couple

John & Mary, Singleton NSW

A$200 million Powerball

“We were just driving home when Mary spotted the ticket on sale. We never imagined it would change our lives!”

1 February 2024
Brisbane solo winner

Emma, Brisbane QLD

A$75 million Oz Lotto

“I checked my phone, saw the numbers matched — I thought it was a prank call!”

15 March 2023
Melbourne family

The Patel Family, Melbourne VIC

A$50 million Saturday Lotto

“We’ll be able to send our kids everywhere they dream of — and give back to our community.”

22 June 2020

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Social impact

Every ticket sold helps Australians and their communities—here’s how lottery proceeds are reinvested across the nation.

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Grassroots sport

Over A$350 million channelled into local clubs and facilities since 2018, enabling over 10,000 new sporting programs.

Healthcare icon

Healthcare & research

More than A$220 million funded cancer research and rural hospital upgrades in the past five years.

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Community infrastructure

A$180 million invested in libraries, parks and disaster recovery across flood- and fire-affected regions.

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Education grants

More than 8,000 scholarships and digital-learning grants awarded to students since 2020.

Responsible gaming

Gambling should be fun and under your control. Follow these practical tips to keep it that way:

Set time limits

Decide in advance how long you'll play and stick to it—use your phone’s timer if needed.

Budget your spend

Only gamble with money you can afford to lose. Treat it like entertainment, not income.

Take regular breaks

Step away every 30 minutes to clear your mind—go for a walk or grab a drink.

Self-assessment

Check your play habits: if you chase losses or lie about time/money spent, seek help.

If you or someone you know needs support, contact Gamble Aware (1800 858 858) or visit the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation. You can also self-exclude from all major operators.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I play from abroad?

Yes, several Australian operators permit registered foreign players to buy tickets via their official websites or mobile apps. Always check the operator’s terms and conditions.

How do I check my ticket?

Visit The Lott website and enter your ticket number, or scan the QR code on your ticket using the mobile app for instant results.

What are my odds of winning?

Odds vary by game: Powerball’s Division 1 probability is about 1 in 134 million, Oz Lotto is 1 in 45 379 620, and Saturday Lotto is 1 in 8 145 060.

How are lottery proceeds used?

A percentage of ticket sales supports community programs: from grassroots sport and healthcare to education and infrastructure in regional areas.

Can I cancel my ticket?

No — once purchased, tickets cannot be cancelled. Always review your numbers before confirming the purchase.

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