In a heartwarming tale of humility, an octogenarian from Perth's eastern suburbs has celebrated a life-changing $1.25 million Lotto win not with champagne, but with a simple homemade chicken sandwich.
A Life-Changing Phone Call
The man, who is in his 80s, discovered he had secured a division one prize in the $10 million jackpot drawn on Saturday, November 8. His winning ticket was purchased from The Lucky Charm newsagency in Bassendean. The news left him in a state of complete disbelief.
"I was completely dumbfounded after finding out I'd won, I couldn't believe it," the new millionaire shared, reflecting on the moment his ordinary Saturday turned extraordinary.
Back Down to Earth with a Simple Meal
Rather than immediately planning how to spend his newfound fortune, the winner sought a moment of calm. He turned to his kitchen to process the staggering news in the most grounded way possible.
"To calm down, I thought I'd make myself something to eat," he explained. "There wasn't much in the fridge, but I managed to cobble together a chicken sandwich which brought me back down to planet earth." This humble meal provided a moment of normalcy amidst the whirlwind of his windfall.
Dreams Set to Sail
Once the reality of his win fully sinks in, the Perth man has more traditional plans for his $1.25 million. A long-held dream is now within his reach, marking a significant item off his bucket list.
"I've always wanted to go on a cruise, somewhere warm and sunny, so I'm grateful I'll be able to tick that off my bucket list," he said, looking forward to future adventures made possible by his Lotto luck.
Lottery officials also revealed that a second Western Australian ticketholder, who purchased their entry online, also won a $1.25 million share of the same jackpot and is yet to claim their prize.
For other hopefuls, the next opportunity for a major win is here. Thursday's colossal $50 million draw offers another chance for fortune, with tickets available in-store and online until 6pm on the draw day.
