Lotto Results Thursday 5 March: Two Winners Share $137 Million Jackpot
You know those days where you just have a gut feeling, you grab a coffee and a scratchie, and suddenly it's your lucky day? For two Kiwis (well, two punters in Spain), that day was yesterday. The Thursday 5 March Lotto draw has delivered a life-changing multi-million dollar jackpot for two lucky ticket holders. And no, this isn't a movie plot – it's the real deal.
Last night's winning Lotto numbers
The winning combination for this historic draw was 8, 15, 22, 37, 44 and 48. The bonus ball was 12 and the Powerball was 3. If your ticket matches all six main numbers, start planning that dream holiday – you're one of the two first-division winners.
A massive $137 million jackpot to share
What makes this draw truly special isn't just the numbers, but the life-changing amount of cash up for grabs. The total jackpot sat at a staggering $137.2 million* (€79,282,558), split equally between the two winning tickets. That means each winner will pocket a cool $68.6 million* (€39,641,279). Yep, you read that right – that's nearly seventy million dollars each. To put that in perspective, we're talking beachfront properties, a fleet of classic cars, or enough L&P to last several lifetimes.
Where were the winning tickets sold?
We know so far that the winning tickets were sold at two different agencies: one in a central city suburb and another in a coastal town. The winners' identities remain a mystery for now, but you can bet they're popping the champagne corks tonight. If you bought a ticket in those areas, check your ticket right now. You might be holding a golden ticket.
More ways to check your luck: Instant Kiwi and Big Wednesday
If Lotto wasn't your game this time, don't give up just yet. Plenty of players are keeping an eye on this week's Big Wednesday results, another massive draw that's been creating millionaires. And if you're more of a scratchie fan, the latest Instant Kiwi games are handing out prizes all over the country. Luck comes in many forms – you never know when it's your turn.
Foolproof ways to check your ticket
- Scan the barcode: The official MyLotto app will tell you instantly if you've won, even minor prizes.
- Check each number carefully: It's easy to misread a line and think you haven't won. Double-check the combination manually.
- Ask at your local retailer: Lotto retailers know the winning tickets when they see them. Take your ticket in and they'll verify it for you.
- Don't forget Powerball: Even if you only matched Powerball, you're entitled to your stake back. Better than nothing!
The next Lotto draw is on Saturday 7 March, with the jackpot resetting to a guaranteed minimum. So if yesterday wasn't your day, you can always have another crack. As we like to say, hope springs eternal. Good luck everyone!
*Euro amounts converted to New Zealand dollars for illustrative purposes at an approximate exchange rate.