Two life-changing Lotto tickets were sold in the Whitsundays within just seven days of each other. Hickmott's Supa News in Bowen sold a $2.5 million winning ticket on Saturday, 6 September, and News Whitsundays at Whitsunday Plaza in Cannonvale sold a $2 million winning ticket on Saturday, 12 September.
The Whitsundays is buzzing with excitement this week following the announcement that two winning Lotto tickets valued at over $2 million each were purchased locally.
The ticket sold at Hickmott's Supa News in Bowen remains unclaimed as of Wednesday, 17 September, sparking speculation it may have been purchased by a visitor unaware of their good fortune.
“We were so excited when we first found out,” said Angela Stevens, manager of Hickmott’s Supa News.
“It’s so nice to have another major lottery win come our way, as it’s been a few years since our last one! The winner could be anyone, especially with all the visitors in town for the Don River Dash and Father’s Day.
"While it would be great if a local won, we’ll be happy for whoever it is.”
Meanwhile, the $2 million ticket purchased at News Whitsundays has already been claimed.
The lucky ticket holder only discovered their win when they brought the ticket in to be checked.
“They had no idea they’d won until we told them, and I think they were in shock!” said Renee from News Whitsunday. “It was won by a local, which is great because that money stays in our region.”
Congratulations to the lucky winner from everyone in the community.
If you have an unchecked Lotto ticket hiding at the bottom of your bag, bring it into a local retailer—you could be the missing ticket holder and $2.5 million richer!
Renee and Michelle from News Whitsunday at Whitsunday Plaza in Cannonvale where a $2 million winning Lotto ticket was sold over the weekend. Photo credit: Rachael Smith.
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