In a twist that seems straight out of a movie, a Brisbane woman from Aspley has become the talk of the nation after her incredible premonition led her to win a staggering $100 million in the Powerball lottery. This Queensland mum has not only secured her financial future but has also etched her name in the annals of Australian lottery history as the state's biggest-ever lottery winner and the third-biggest winner in the country's history.

The story of her win is as remarkable as the amount itself. Speaking to The Lott officials, the woman recounted how she had a strong hunch at the start of the year that she was destined to win a major lottery prize. Despite her parents' skepticism, she couldn't shake the feeling that fortune was on her side.



However, there was a catch – she wasn't even playing Powerball regularly. It was a spur-of-the-moment decision, prompted by an upcoming birthday, that led her to purchase a ticket while out shopping. But the drama didn't end there. In a near-catastrophic turn of events, she almost lost the ticket, having to pull over her car in a panic, thinking she had left it at the shop. After recovering the ticket, she stashed it in her car's glovebox, where it was forgotten until a morning run and news of an unclaimed prize in her area prompted her to check.


The disbelief and joy that followed are almost palpable as she describes her reaction to the win. She's now 'scared to breathe,' half-convinced that the life-changing sum isn't real. The shock is understandable, given that she and her family have led a modest life, working hard for everything they have without indulging in a lavish lifestyle.



With the newfound wealth, the woman dreams of travel and family holidays, with destinations like New Zealand and Fiji on the horizon. Yet, even with the excitement of planning how to spend the winnings, she admits to being in a state of bewilderment, still unable to fully articulate the reality of her situation.

The winning ticket was purchased at Nextra Chermside Newsagency, located in Westfield Chermside in Brisbane, a detail that will no doubt make this newsagency a place of pilgrimage for hopeful lottery players.

In the Powerball draw 1475 on Thursday 22 August 2024, the winning numbers were 16, 24, 11, 4, 10, 18, and 23, with the Powerball number being 6. While the Brisbane woman took home the division one prize, there were also over 3 million wins across divisions two to nine, sharing a total of $67,789,677.20, with 10 division two winners each scoring $188,606.60.



This story is a testament to the unpredictable nature of luck and the power of intuition. It's a reminder to all of us that sometimes, the wildest dreams can come true, and it begs the question – could you be the next person to have such a premonition come true? If you've ever had a hunch or a dream about winning big, perhaps it's worth taking a chance. Who knows? The stars might just align for you as they did for this lucky Brisbane woman.


We'd love to hear from our readers. Have you ever had a premonition that came true? Or perhaps you've got a lucky ritual for when you buy a lottery ticket? Share your stories with us in the comments below – we're all ears for tales of fortune and serendipity!