A lucky Kiwi has woken $30.2 million richer this morning after winning Lotto Powerball. The winning ticket was purchased at the Richmond Superette in Taupo. Taupo mayor David Trewavas was excited to hear the winning ticket had been sold in the area. The total prize of $30.25 million is made up of $30 million from Powerball First Division and $250,000 from Lotto First Division. The Taupo win is the fourth biggest win in Lotto Powerball history.

Source: Otago Daily Times September 16, 2017 19:41 UTC