A Launceston couple enjoying a leisurely Sunday drive have been stopped in their tracks by the revelation they scored $2.5 million in the weekend’s TattsLotto draw.
The Tasmanian duo held one of the eight division one winning entries nationally in TattsLotto draw 4675 on Saturday 9 May 2026. Each division one winning entry pocketed $2.5 million.
The pair were oblivious to their good fortune until an official from The Lott made contact yesterday morning.
“You’re joking!?” the winning man exclaimed when the enormity of their prize was revealed.
“No! This is a joke. This is really a joke. It can’t be true. You have no idea what this means,” his wife added.
“What a lovely Mother’s Day present,” the man exclaimed.
“We’re out driving but have just pulled up.
“We might just go look for our first home. We’ve always dreamt about it. We’ve always talked about it. We won’t be renting anymore!”
“I might go buy a bottle of champagne this afternoon to celebrate!”
Their winning 12-game QuickPick entry was purchased at Prospect Marketplace News, Shop 7, 350 Westbury Road, Prospect.
Prospect Marketplace News owner Ravi Teja Varma Gottimukkala said it was the second time his outlet had sold a division one winning entry during the past 14 years.
“When we first heard our outlet had sold a division one winning entry, we were absolutely shocked and excited!” he said.
“It’s such an incredible feeling knowing that someone from our community is now a multi-millionaire. Everyone in the store was cheering and smiling – it honestly felt unreal at first. We’re so happy and proud that our outlet could be part of such a life-changing moment.
“To our division one winner – congratulations on this life-changing win. We hope this prize brings you and your family happiness, security and many unforgettable memories.
“Wherever you are, enjoy every moment and don’t forget to celebrate.”
The winning numbers in TattsLotto draw 4675 on 9 May 2026 were 12, 11, 2, 33, 37 and 17, while the supplementary numbers were 36 and 41.
Across Australia, there were eight division one winning entries in TattsLotto draw 4675 – three in Queensland, two in New South Wales, and one each in Tasmania, South Australia and Northern Territory.