Excitement is sweeping across Western Australia as three lucky locals discover they are now division one winners from the weekend's Lotto draw. The trio will each take home a substantial $741,935.70 following Saturday night's game, adding to a wave of recent lottery fortune in the state.
A Fruitful Night for West Aussie Punters
The winning numbers for draw #4643 on Saturday, 17 January 2026, were 38, 8, 35, 9, 44, and 9, with the supplementary numbers 23 and 33. While the three division one winners are the stars of the show, they were far from the only West Australians to secure a payout. A further eight WA players were among the 52 national winners in division two, each collecting a handsome $12,282.50 for matching five numbers and one supplementary.
The good news continued for the local community, with an additional 190 West Aussie players winning a division three prize of $1,012.40 each. This widespread success has Lotterywest officials urging all players from the draw to double-check their tickets carefully.
Recent Windfalls Continue WA's Winning Streak
This latest lottery triumph follows another massive win for the state earlier this month. A grandfather from the Pilbara region recently pocketed a staggering $10 million Powerball jackpot. In a delightful twist, the winner initially believed his prize was $5 million while preparing dinner with his partner.
"Dinner went cold and never got eaten — we were too busy celebrating," the elated man recounted. His joy doubled the next day when a call from Lotterywest confirmed the full $10 million win. "I was dumbfounded," he said, noting the celebratory meal was still waiting on the stove.
Check Your Tickets Now
With multiple major wins in quick succession, the message from Lotterywest is clear for anyone who purchased a ticket for Saturday's Lotto. Officials recommend checking any unverified slips immediately, as prizes can remain unclaimed for some time. The organisation also reminds winners to sign the back of their ticket and contact Lotterywest to begin the validation process.
The series of significant wins highlights the life-changing potential of games like Saturday Lotto, not just for the division one champions but for the hundreds of other players who score smaller yet still substantial prizes. It's a timely reminder that checking that ticket in your wallet or car console could reveal a very pleasant surprise.
