Do I have the Oz Powerball Winning Numbers?

An advantage of playing the Oz Powerball on Lotto247 is that checking the Oz Powerball results to see if you matched the winning numbers is very easy.

Your lucky Australia Powerball winning numbers are automatically checked against the drawn winning numbers after every Oz Powerball draw. If you matched the Oz Powerball winning numbers, we will immediately credit your Lotto247 account.

When you buy Oz Powerball tickets on Lotto247, you can check the draw results in your Lotto27 account. We will also send you an email with the Oz Powerball lottery results.

What is the Oz Powerball jackpot amount?

The Oz Powerball came about in 1996 due to the tremendous success of the national lottery game, the Oz Lotto. Its first draw took place on May 23 1996, and since then, it has become immensely popular due to the massive jackpots it offers.

On September 19 2019, the Australian Powerball recorded its highest ever jackpot, AU $150 million (approximately US $116 million). This massive jackpot was shared between three (3) lucky winnings from Sydney, Brisbane and Queensland. At the time, it was the biggest jackpot ever won in Australia.

The Australian Powerball has a 25 consecutive jackpot rollover limit. If by the 25th Oz Powerball draw has not won the jackpot, the prize will be rolled down to the second prize tier.

Please visit the Oz Powerball play page to check the latest jackpot amount and for more information about this lottery.

When is the Oz Powerball drawing?

The Oz Powerball draw takes place once a week on Thursday at 20:30 (AEST) in Melbourne and broadcast on TV Channel 7.

What are the chances of winning the Oz Powerball jackpot?

There are nine (9) prize divisions in the Oz Powerball, and you can win a prize by matching two (2) numbers and the Powerball number.

Your chances of winning an Australian Powerball prize are 1 in 44, while you have a 1 in 134,490,400 chance of winning the jackpot.

To win the jackpot, you need to match all seven (7) Oz Powerball winning numbers drawn, including the Powerball.

Below are your chances of winning any Oz Powerball prize;

How to claim an Oz Powerball Lottery Prize?

Claiming your winning on Lotto247 is a simple and straightforward process. After the Oz Powerball lottery results are published, all prizes are automatically allocated to all qualifying winners.

You’ll have to file a cash withdrawal request from your Lotto247 account to claim your winnings. Our security team will contact you upon receiving your request to verify your account before granting your cash withdrawal request.

After we have approved your cash withdrawal request, we will deposit your winnings into your preferred bank account. Your winnings can also be paid to you in several web wallets, although this option is dependent on the country you live in, including several other factors.

How does the Oz Powerball lottery payout?

After winning the Oz Powerball jackpot, it is essential to know how you will receive your winnings.

There is one (1) payout option available when you win the Oz Powerball jackpot; the lump-sum payout option. With this payout option, your windfall will be paid out immediately.

Under exceptional circumstances, Lotto247 reserves the right to pay the winning Oz Powerball jackpot total in the form of an annuity payout.

What to do if I win the Australian Powerball?

After the Oz Powerball lottery results are published, and if you matched the Australia Powerball winnings numbers, your Lotto247 account will be immediately credited.

For more significant winnings, it is advisable to seek professional advice to help you manage your winnings according to your local legislation for claiming international lottery prizes.

When you play and win the Oz Powerball on Lotto247, your privacy and anonymity are always guaranteed. By default, every Lotto247 player falls under complete privacy protection. This means when you win the jackpot, we will not reveal your personal details and identity unless you give us permission to do so.

How long can I wait to claim my Oz Powerball winnings?

After we have credited your account with your winnings, they will remain in your Lotto247 account until you decide to withdraw them. You can withdraw the entire amount of your winnings or opt for small amount withdrawals.

You are encouraged to buy a lottery ticket at least every six (6) months to prevent your account from being rendered inactive and your balance expiring.

Oz Powerball FAQ’s

Do I have to match the Oz Powerball winning numbers in the exact order drawn?

You do not need to match the Australia Powerball winning numbers in the exact order they are drawn during the Oz Powerball draw.

All Australia Powerball winning numbers are drawn at random. The Australia Powerball winnings numbers are placed in numerical order after every Oz Powerball draw as they appear on your ticket for your convenience.

How many numbers are used in Oz Powerball?

When the Oz Powerball was launched, it was initially modelled on the American Powerball, and it followed a very similar game format.

Two (2) separate ball barrels are used during the Oz Powerball draw. The first ball barrel contains 35 numbers, and the second barrel has 20 numbers.

During the Oz Powerball draw, seven (7) winning numbers are drawn from the first barrel, with one (1) number, the Powerball, drawn from the second barrel.

Oz Powerball Historical Changes

The Oz Powerball was born out of the Oz Lotto’s success, with the first Oz Powerball draw taking place on May 23 1996.

In March 2013, the game went through its first revamp. Players now had to choose six (6) main Oz Powerball numbers from a possible pool of 40, including a Powerball from 20 numbers. These changes allowed for the introduction of an eighth (8th) prize division that is two (2) main Oz Powerball winning numbers plus the Powerball.

More changes were implemented in April 2018, with players now picking seven (7) Oz Powerball numbers from a pool of 35 numbers.