A West Australian retiree's life has been transformed overnight after a massive lottery win, with a long-awaited dream of home ownership finally within reach.
From Caravan to Coastline: A Dream Realised
The Geraldton local, who has been residing in a caravan, is now "over the moon" after discovering his Saturday Lotto ticket had secured a division one prize worth $1.6 million. The windfall, described as life-changing, has allowed him to immediately put in an offer on a beachside property with ocean views.
He plans to move into the new home with his partner and their two dogs, marking a dramatic and welcome upgrade from caravan life. The win, confirmed in mid-January 2026, has provided the financial freedom he had long hoped for.
Third Time Lucky for Persistent Player
Remarkably, this is not the retiree's first significant brush with Lotto luck. He revealed a stunning piece of personal history, having won division two prizes twice in a single week more than 20 years ago.
"It was an amazing week, and I've always believed good things come in threes, so I've been hoping for another win ever since," the grateful winner said. His patience and optimism have now paid off spectacularly with this first division one victory.
Sharing the Wealth and Planning Adventures
The winner has clear and heartfelt plans for his newfound fortune. His immediate priority is to share the money with his brothers and sisters, emphasising family first.
"There's no way I can spend it all at this age, but I'll have fun trying," he joked. Beyond the new home and family gifts, he is also looking forward to enjoying more space and is considering an overseas holiday later in the year.
A Big Weekend for WA Lotto Players
The retiree was one of three fortunate division one winners across Western Australia that weekend, with each winning ticket scoring a prize of $741,935. The other winning tickets were sold at:
- The Mezz News in Mount Hawthorn
- Margaret River Newsagency
- Lotterywest Play Online
According to Lotterywest spokesperson Zoe Wender, 2026 has begun strongly for players. "We've already celebrated nine division one winners this year, who have shared more than $19 million in prizes," she said. This latest win adds to a growing tally of life-changing moments for West Australians, proving that for some, dreams of a secure and comfortable future can indeed come true.
