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Record $120 Million Powerball Jackpot Won in Sydney
A Sydney resident has claimed the largest lottery prize in Australian history, winning the $120 million Powerball jackpot after playing the same numbers for over 20 years.
The winner, who wishes to remain anonymous, said they selected their numbers based on family birthdays and anniversaries. "I've been playing these same numbers every week since Powerball began. I always believed they would win one day, but never imagined it would be such an enormous amount," they told lottery officials.
New Responsible Gambling Measures Introduced by Australian Lottery Operators
Major Australian lottery operators have announced enhanced responsible gambling measures, including improved self-exclusion programs and mandatory spending limits for online players.
Oz Lotto Introduces New Game Format with Better Odds
Oz Lotto has announced a significant change to its game format, offering better odds of winning and more prize divisions, set to take effect next month.
New Online Gambling Regulations to Take Effect in July
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has announced new regulations for online gambling services, focusing on enhanced age verification and advertising restrictions.
Brisbane Syndicate Shares $50 Million Saturday Lotto Prize
A group of 10 coworkers from Brisbane will share a $50 million Saturday Lotto jackpot, with each member receiving $5 million after playing together for just three months.
The Lott Launches New Mobile App with Enhanced Features
Australia's official lotteries operator, The Lott, has released a completely redesigned mobile app featuring improved ticket scanning, personalized notifications, and responsible gambling tools.
Study Reveals Effectiveness of Responsible Gambling Messaging
A new research study by the University of Melbourne has found that personalized responsible gambling messages can significantly reduce risky gambling behaviors among regular lottery players.