Community & Business
26 August, 2024
Herberton Lotto win!
A HERBERTON woman’s mundane morning commute shifted gears when she heard her winning lottery numbers being read out on the radio, delivering her a $370,000 win in Saturday Gold Lotto.
The Tablelands region resident held one of 14 division one winning tickets and pocketed a total prize of $379,602.67.
The ecstatic winner said she was looking forward to buying her mother a house and bringing the family closer together.
The woman’s winning entry was purchased at Herberton Newsagency.
“What an amazing start to the week!” the winning woman cheered when an official from The Lott confirmed her prize.
“I still can’t believe it! I first heard my winning numbers come up over the radio - I thought it was a mistake.
“I had to quickly pull over and have a look for myself.
“I’ve been playing the same numbers for a couple of years now, patiently waiting for some success.
“It still doesn’t feel real! Someone pinch me!”
With more than $379,000 about to boost her bank account this coming month, the winning woman shared that bringing her family together was top of mind.
“I’m looking forward to buying my mum a house and moving her closer to our family,” she said.
“This is the perfect amount to get her a place of her own. We’ll be celebrating as a family for some time!
Herberton Newsagency owner Linda Darr said she was absolutely rapt to hear a local community member had won division one over the weekend.
“Our customers are equally as thrilled by the news, and there has been a positive buzz in our outlet all morning,” she said.
“We will continue to celebrate this milestone in our outlet with posters, balloons and champagne.
“We wish our winner all the best with their prize!”
