A simple birthday gift from mum made this bloke $730K richer—find out how!

As the saying goes: ‘When it rains, it pours.’

It was just another birthday for one bloke, until he checked his lotto numbers… and saw his life transform before his eyes.


Just a couple of days before, his mum gave him a simple gift: a lotto ticket.

Little did he know that he would go on to possess one out of the seven winning entries in the most recent Saturday X Lotto draw!

As a result, the Whyalla Norrie, South Australia resident is now $730,000 richer.


SDC 24.png
A man from the small coastal town of Whyalla Norrie on Eyre Peninsula had won $730,000 on the recent Saturday X Lotto draw. Image source: Freepik.


As anyone else in his position would be, the man was stuck in disbelief. After all, the odds of winning in lotteries are astronomical, and it’s hard to believe the stars would align in such a way for him to win.

His disbelief had extended to the point that according to officials from the Lott, the man had waited until he received the money in his account before getting too excited.

'I rang her yesterday ... and she didn’t believe me at all,' the man said about his mum.

'I said to her, “Mum! It’s confirmed!” Then she called me back and read all the numbers out one by one with hesitation.'

'Once she read out all the winning numbers that were on my ticket, it hit her that I’d won $730,000.'


The man said he plans to use the winning prize to help his mum, who he fondly described as his ‘heartbeat’.

'She’s everything to me,' he said.

'I wouldn’t have had a great birthday if it wasn’t for her, so I look forward to giving back to her.'

The winning ticket was purchased from George Avenue Deli, and the owner shared that they had sold several major winning entries in the past two years.

'We’re so happy to hear we had sold another division one-winning entry in Saturday X Lotto,' the owner said.

'There’s no doubt the local community will be happy to hear another Whyalla Norrie customer has won big with a ticket purchased at our outlet.'


In similar news, one lucky retiree’s dream of winning the lottery recently became a reality.

But instead of blowing it all on a big holiday or a luxury car, his first purchase after landing $100,000 in the Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot was something that got our hearts at SDC warmed and filled with delight.

The pensioner hailing from Kirribilli, located on Sydney's Lower North Shore, scored the first prize in the Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot draw announced on October 3rd.

On top of that, this lucky chap netted an extra $2,000 worth of 'consolation prizes', bringing his total winnings to an impressive $102,000.

You can read more about this heartwarming story—and his mysterious first purchase—here.
Key Takeaways

  • A South Australian man from Whyalla Norrie won $730,000 in the Saturday X Lotto draw.
  • The man revealed that the winning ticket was a birthday present from his mum.
  • The owner of George Avenue Deli, where the ticket was purchased, confirmed that the store had sold several major winning entries in recent years.
Members, what would you do if you won the lottery? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
 
Sponsored
As the saying goes: ‘When it rains, it pours.’

It was just another birthday for one bloke, until he checked his lotto numbers… and saw his life transform before his eyes.


Just a couple of days before, his mum gave him a simple gift: a lotto ticket.

Little did he know that he would go on to possess one out of the seven winning entries in the most recent Saturday X Lotto draw!

As a result, the Whyalla Norrie, South Australia resident is now $730,000 richer.


View attachment 31996
A man from the small coastal town of Whyalla Norrie on Eyre Peninsula had won $730,000 on the recent Saturday X Lotto draw. Image source: Freepik.


As anyone else in his position would be, the man was stuck in disbelief. After all, the odds of winning in lotteries are astronomical, and it’s hard to believe the stars would align in such a way for him to win.

His disbelief had extended to the point that according to officials from the Lott, the man had waited until he received the money in his account before getting too excited.

'I rang her yesterday ... and she didn’t believe me at all,' the man said about his mum.

'I said to her, “Mum! It’s confirmed!” Then she called me back and read all the numbers out one by one with hesitation.'

'Once she read out all the winning numbers that were on my ticket, it hit her that I’d won $730,000.'


The man said he plans to use the winning prize to help his mum, who he fondly described as his ‘heartbeat’.

'She’s everything to me,' he said.

'I wouldn’t have had a great birthday if it wasn’t for her, so I look forward to giving back to her.'

The winning ticket was purchased from George Avenue Deli, and the owner shared that they had sold several major winning entries in the past two years.

'We’re so happy to hear we had sold another division one-winning entry in Saturday X Lotto,' the owner said.

'There’s no doubt the local community will be happy to hear another Whyalla Norrie customer has won big with a ticket purchased at our outlet.'


In similar news, one lucky retiree’s dream of winning the lottery recently became a reality.

But instead of blowing it all on a big holiday or a luxury car, his first purchase after landing $100,000 in the Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot was something that got our hearts at SDC warmed and filled with delight.

The pensioner hailing from Kirribilli, located on Sydney's Lower North Shore, scored the first prize in the Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot draw announced on October 3rd.

On top of that, this lucky chap netted an extra $2,000 worth of 'consolation prizes', bringing his total winnings to an impressive $102,000.

You can read more about this heartwarming story—and his mysterious first purchase—here.
Key Takeaways

  • A South Australian man from Whyalla Norrie won $730,000 in the Saturday X Lotto draw.
  • The man revealed that the winning ticket was a birthday present from his mum.
  • The owner of George Avenue Deli, where the ticket was purchased, confirmed that the store had sold several major winning entries in recent years.
Members, what would you do if you won the lottery? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
 
As the saying goes: ‘When it rains, it pours.’

It was just another birthday for one bloke, until he checked his lotto numbers… and saw his life transform before his eyes.


Just a couple of days before, his mum gave him a simple gift: a lotto ticket.

Little did he know that he would go on to possess one out of the seven winning entries in the most recent Saturday X Lotto draw!

As a result, the Whyalla Norrie, South Australia resident is now $730,000 richer.


View attachment 31996
A man from the small coastal town of Whyalla Norrie on Eyre Peninsula had won $730,000 on the recent Saturday X Lotto draw. Image source: Freepik.


As anyone else in his position would be, the man was stuck in disbelief. After all, the odds of winning in lotteries are astronomical, and it’s hard to believe the stars would align in such a way for him to win.

His disbelief had extended to the point that according to officials from the Lott, the man had waited until he received the money in his account before getting too excited.

'I rang her yesterday ... and she didn’t believe me at all,' the man said about his mum.

'I said to her, “Mum! It’s confirmed!” Then she called me back and read all the numbers out one by one with hesitation.'

'Once she read out all the winning numbers that were on my ticket, it hit her that I’d won $730,000.'


The man said he plans to use the winning prize to help his mum, who he fondly described as his ‘heartbeat’.

'She’s everything to me,' he said.

'I wouldn’t have had a great birthday if it wasn’t for her, so I look forward to giving back to her.'

The winning ticket was purchased from George Avenue Deli, and the owner shared that they had sold several major winning entries in the past two years.

'We’re so happy to hear we had sold another division one-winning entry in Saturday X Lotto,' the owner said.

'There’s no doubt the local community will be happy to hear another Whyalla Norrie customer has won big with a ticket purchased at our outlet.'


In similar news, one lucky retiree’s dream of winning the lottery recently became a reality.

But instead of blowing it all on a big holiday or a luxury car, his first purchase after landing $100,000 in the Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot was something that got our hearts at SDC warmed and filled with delight.

The pensioner hailing from Kirribilli, located on Sydney's Lower North Shore, scored the first prize in the Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot draw announced on October 3rd.

On top of that, this lucky chap netted an extra $2,000 worth of 'consolation prizes', bringing his total winnings to an impressive $102,000.

You can read more about this heartwarming story—and his mysterious first purchase—here.
Key Takeaways

  • A South Australian man from Whyalla Norrie won $730,000 in the Saturday X Lotto draw.
  • The man revealed that the winning ticket was a birthday present from his mum.
  • The owner of George Avenue Deli, where the ticket was purchased, confirmed that the store had sold several major winning entries in recent years.
Members, what would you do if you won the lottery? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
I thought I would tell you this tale after reading that article. I have always been a bit "psychic" like my late Mum...it is the Irish in us ;) Anyway this is the story. About 6 weeks ago I had a "vision" that as I walked past my friend's home (we live in a retirement village) I saw an A4 sized piece of paper stuck in her window and on it were the words "and more to come". The next time I saw my friend I told her that she ought to buy a lotto ticket and told her what I saw. Now this lady "never" buys tickets in lotto but the following Saturday after our conversation she did and won $40. She did the same the following week and won $47. The next week there was a large powerball of $20m (the one before the $60m which a lady won on her own). Anyway she bought the ticket which guaranteed she would have the powerball. I got a phone call from her two weeks later (she keeps things close to her chest and does not get all excited like I do lol) and said could she come over as she had two packages for me. She turned up with two boxes of wine (ones that she knew I liked). Apparently she got the 6 numbers plus of course the powerball. She only missed by the number 13 (she had 31) of winning the $20million. She was one of 68 in the country who got the six plus powerball. She got just under $10,000. Went and bought herself a new smart tv. Hubby and I were so thrilled for her but I said "I think the run of luck is probably over now".
 
I thought I would tell you this tale after reading that article. I have always been a bit "psychic" like my late Mum...it is the Irish in us ;) Anyway this is the story. About 6 weeks ago I had a "vision" that as I walked past my friend's home (we live in a retirement village) I saw an A4 sized piece of paper stuck in her window and on it were the words "and more to come". The next time I saw my friend I told her that she ought to buy a lotto ticket and told her what I saw. Now this lady "never" buys tickets in lotto but the following Saturday after our conversation she did and won $40. She did the same the following week and won $47. The next week there was a large powerball of $20m (the one before the $60m which a lady won on her own). Anyway she bought the ticket which guaranteed she would have the powerball. I got a phone call from her two weeks later (she keeps things close to her chest and does not get all excited like I do lol) and said could she come over as she had two packages for me. She turned up with two boxes of wine (ones that she knew I liked). Apparently she got the 6 numbers plus of course the powerball. She only missed by the number 13 (she had 31) of winning the $20million. She was one of 68 in the country who got the six plus powerball. She got just under $10,000. Went and bought herself a new smart tv. Hubby and I were so thrilled for her but I said "I think the run of luck is probably over now".
What a great story.😃
 
  • Like
Reactions: Ezzy

Join the conversation

News, deals, games, and bargains for Aussies over 60. From everyday expenses like groceries and eating out, to electronics, fashion and travel, the club is all about helping you make your money go further.

Seniors Discount Club

The SDC searches for the best deals, discounts, and bargains for Aussies over 60. From everyday expenses like groceries and eating out, to electronics, fashion and travel, the club is all about helping you make your money go further.
  1. New members
  2. Jokes & fun
  3. Photography
  4. Nostalgia / Yesterday's Australia
  5. Food and Lifestyle
  6. Money Saving Hacks
  7. Offtopic / Everything else

Latest Articles

  • We believe that retirement should be a time to relax and enjoy life, not worry about money. That's why we're here to help our members make the most of their retirement years. If you're over 60 and looking for ways to save money, connect with others, and have a laugh, we’d love to have you aboard.
  • Advertise with us

User Menu

Enjoyed Reading our Story?

  • Share this forum to your loved ones.
Change Weather Postcode×
Change Petrol Postcode×