A Mackay man has proven that not all life-changing moments come with fireworks and fanfare, after calmly discovering he’d pocketed more than $60,000 in a Keno draw just before the new year.
The North Queenslander claimed the Keno Classic 8 Spot jackpot in draw 116, drawn on Sunday, 28 December 2025, walking away with a tidy $60,227 — and doing so with remarkable composure.
“I was actually pretty cool and calm!” he laughed when an official from Keno confirmed the win.
“I was sat down with my wife’s parents, and we were in the café area, and I decided to put a game of Keno on. I looked up at the Keno screen and that’s when I saw my Keno numbers come up.
“I said to my mother-in-law, ‘I’m pretty sure I’ve won!’. She was more shocked than me.
“It’s funny because I usually catch up with friends and we usually share a ticket, but I managed to have won all by myself.
“As soon as I confirmed the win with staff, I went home and kept the ticket very secure.
“We ended up celebrating that night.”
When asked about how he'd spend his winnings, the joyful man shared he would be sensible with the prize.
“It will help me pay off some of my mortgage!” he exclaimed.
“Thank you very much!”
His winning Keno Classic entry was purchased at Harrup Park, 89 Julet St, Mackay.
It was a big win, a calm reaction, and a very happy start to the new year for one Mackay local.
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