Auckland woman claims $333,333 Lotto prize after four months

Wednesday 28 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 28 Oct, 11:02am3 new reports

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An Auckland woman discovered she won $333,333 after leaving a Lotto ticket in a drawer for four months. She plans to use the money for a new car, family assistance, and a holiday. Meanwhile, Lotto NZ is still searching for the winner of an unclaimed $1 million ticket in Hamilton.

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1. StuffWed 28 Oct, 10:30am

   One forgotten Lotto prize has been claimed. Another $1 million ticket is still out there (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsWed 28 Oct, 10:50am

   Woman left $333k winning Lotto ticket in drawer for 4 months (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldWed 28 Oct, 11:02am

   Auckland woman lands $333,333 after checking Lotto ticket kept in drawer for four months (opens in new tab)