New zealand Lotto and Powerball Lottery Results Winning Numbers

History and Overview

New Zealand Lotto, operated by the New Zealand Lotteries Commission (Lotto NZ), was launched on August 1, 1987. It is one of the most popular lottery games in the country, offering players the chance to win substantial prizes every week. The game supports various community and charitable initiatives across New Zealand through the Lottery Grants Board.

How to Play

Playing New Zealand Lotto is simple and follows a straightforward format. Here’s how it works:

1. Choose Your Numbers:

   • Players select six numbers from a pool of 1 to 40.

2. Purchase a Ticket:

   • Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers or online through the official Lotto NZ website or app.
   • Each standard line costs $0.70.

3. Quick Pick Option:

   • Players can choose their own numbers or opt for a Dip, where the numbers are randomly generated by the lottery terminal.

4. Multi-Draw Option:

   • Players can opt to play the same numbers for multiple draws in advance.

Draw Time

• Draw Days: The New Zealand Lotto draws take place every Wednesday and Saturday.
• Draw Time: Draws are held at approximately 8:20 PM NZST (New Zealand Standard Time).

Prize Structure

The New Zealand Lotto game features seven prize divisions, with jackpots typically starting at $1 million and rolling over until there is a winner. Here’s a breakdown of the prize structure:

1. Division 1:

   • Match 6 numbers: Jackpot prize, starting at $1 million and increasing with rollovers.

2. Other Divisions:

   • Division 2: Match 5 numbers + Bonus: Estimated prize based on a share of the prize pool.
   • Division 3: Match 5 numbers: Estimated prize based on a share of the prize pool.
   • Division 4: Match 4 numbers + Bonus: Estimated prize based on a share of the prize pool.
   • Division 5: Match 4 numbers: Estimated prize based on a share of the prize pool.
   • Division 6: Match 3 numbers + Bonus: Estimated prize based on a share of the prize pool.
   • Division 7: Match 3 numbers: Fixed prize of $25.

Odds of Winning

The odds of winning in the New Zealand Lotto game vary by prize division:

• Division 1 (Match 6 numbers): 1 in 3,838,380
• Division 2 (Match 5 numbers + Bonus): 1 in 639,730
• Division 3 (Match 5 numbers): 1 in 19,386
• Division 4 (Match 4 numbers + Bonus): 1 in 7,754
• Division 5 (Match 4 numbers): 1 in 485
• Division 6 (Match 3 numbers + Bonus): 1 in 363
• Division 7 (Match 3 numbers): 1 in 35

Bonus Number

• In addition to the six main numbers drawn, one bonus number is also drawn. This number helps determine the winners in Divisions 2, 4, and 6.

Powerball and Strike!

• Powerball: Players can add Powerball to their Lotto ticket for an additional cost. Powerball offers a chance to win even larger prizes.
• Strike!: Players can also add Strike! to their Lotto ticket for an additional cost. Strike! offers prizes for matching the first four numbers drawn in the exact order.

Claiming Prizes

• Small Prizes: Can be claimed at any authorized retailer.
• Larger Prizes: Must be claimed at a Lotto NZ office or by mail, depending on the amount won and the policies of Lotto NZ.
• Jackpot Prizes: Require special arrangements for claiming, and winners may need to provide identification and proof of ticket purchase.

Important Points

• Players must be 18 years or older to participate.
• Tickets must be purchased before the cut-off time on draw days, typically at 7:30 PM NZST.
• Winnings are tax-free in New Zealand, but winners should consult with a tax advisor if they have international tax obligations.

New Zealand Lotto offers players the chance to win substantial prizes twice a week. With jackpots starting at $1 million and the potential for larger prize pools with Powerball and Strike!, it provides exciting opportunities for lottery players across New Zealand while supporting good causes and community initiatives funded by the Lottery Grants Board.