Hawke’s Bay Lotto Winners Celebrate $18,569 Prizes as Powerball Hits $40M

Two players from Hawke’s Bay are celebrating after each won $18,569 in the recent Lotto Second Division draw. This exciting outcome occurred during the draw held on Wednesday night. While they enjoyed this success, they were unable to claim the top Powerball jackpot, which has now rolled over to $40 million, marking the largest prize in over a year.

The winning tickets for the Second Division were purchased at Pak’nSave Napier and Paper Plus Select Havelock North. These two winners joined a total of 25 others across New Zealand who also secured Second Division prizes in the same draw.

Despite the absence of a winner for the top Powerball prize of $36 million, excitement is building as the next draw approaches. Scheduled for Saturday night, this draw offers the chance for one fortunate ticket holder to become New Zealand’s latest multimillionaire, with a staggering $40 million on the line.

The anticipation surrounding lottery draws often brings communities together, and this weekend is expected to draw a significant number of participants eager for a chance at life-changing winnings. As players prepare for the upcoming draw, the thrill of possibility fills the air in Hawke’s Bay and beyond.