Just retired western Sydney man lands million dollar Lotto prize
“This better not be a joke”, was how a just retired man reacted when told he has just won a million dollars.
A JUST retired man and his wife are off for a holiday of a lifetime after cashing their one million dollars in this week’s Lotto draw, with their entry purchased from Bankstown.
However, their first reaction when contacted by the Lotto officials today was: “This better not be a joke!”
The winning Monday & Wednesday Lotto ticket was purchased at Supanews Xpress Bankstown, Shop 207, Central Bankstown.
The couple, who wish to remain anonymous, also won in division two six times, division three 6 times and division four 15 times, boosting their total prize to $1,030,101.25.
“Thank you. You’ve made my bloody day,” the man said.
“I feel good. I feel bloody good actually.
“I’ve only just retired so this really couldn’t have come at a better time.
“This will be so nice for my retirement.
“I’ll be taking my wife to Europe to celebrate.
“I really don’t know what to say.
“Thank you so much for this fantastic news.”
Supanews Xpress Bankstown owner Shahida Khan said: “We sold a winning first prize Lucky Lotteries ticket only a few months ago so it’s great to hear we’ve sold another winning entry so close to the last.
“We wish our customer all the very best and hope they enjoy their prize.”
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