The Lott has initiated an urgent search for the winner of a $100 million Powerball jackpot, sparking widespread speculation that the elusive ticket holder may have lost or damaged their ticket. The winning numbers were drawn on June 12, but the individual has yet to come forward to claim their life-changing prize.
According to Matt Hart, a spokesperson for The Lott, there remains hope that the rightful owner of the third-largest lottery win in Australian history will soon step forward. “Given the enormity of this prize, we’re very eager for this mystery player to discover and, more importantly, start enjoying their good fortune,” Hart stated. In New South Wales, winners have up to six years to claim their prize, but Hart emphasized that the clock is ticking.
The Search for the Mystery Winner
The winning ticket was purchased at the Bondi Junction Newsagency and Internet Cafe, located on Oxford Street in Bondi Junction. However, the ticket was not registered to The Lott Members Club, which would have allowed lottery officials to contact the winner directly. Khat McIntyre, another spokesperson for The Lott, highlighted the importance of registering tickets. “Even if you happen to lose or damage your winning ticket, if it is registered to you, we could still unite you with your prize, providing the ultimate peace of mind,” McIntyre explained.
The prize is ready to be deposited into the winner’s bank account by June 27, 2025, offering a remarkable end to the financial year. Meanwhile, theories have emerged among the public, with some suggesting the ticket may have been lost or accidentally destroyed. “I’ve lost a Lotto ticket before – maybe it’s happened to the $100 million winner,” one individual speculated.
Community Reactions and Historical Context
Manish, the owner of the Bondi Junction Newsagency and Internet Cafe, expressed excitement about selling the winning ticket. “I’m hoping it’s one of our regular customers, but you never know, it could be a tourist too. We’re located right next to the closest station to Bondi Beach,” he said. The odds of winning the division-one prize are staggeringly low, at more than 134 million to one.
Historically, the last $100 million Powerball prize was claimed by a Queensland woman in February 2024, who shared a $200 million jackpot. In 2025 alone, The Lott has recorded 194 division one winners, including 55 in New South Wales. The previous year, 21 Powerball division one winning entries across Australia amassed over $773 million in prize money. An Adelaide man made history as the nation’s largest individual lottery winner with a $150 million win.
The Importance of Ticket Registration
McIntyre emphasized the benefits of joining The Lott Members Club, which is free and can be done in-store or online. “Your lottery ticket could be worth millions of dollars, so it makes sense that if you’re going to buy a ticket, you should register it,” she advised. Registration ensures that even if a ticket is lost or damaged, the prize can still be claimed.
The Lott continues to work diligently behind the scenes to gather information about the mystery winner, hoping for a swift resolution. As the search continues, the public remains captivated by the story, eagerly awaiting the moment when the winner steps forward to claim their fortune.
For those feeling the excitement of the lottery, it’s a reminder of the importance of safeguarding tickets and the peace of mind that comes with registration. As the saga unfolds, the nation watches, hopeful for a happy ending to this extraordinary tale.
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