Auckland couple wins $20.1 million Powerball jackpot

Thursday 30 July 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 30 Jul, 1:50pm

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An anonymous young couple from Auckland has claimed a $20.1 million share of a $40 million Powerball jackpot. The pair discovered the win while checking their ticket on a mobile app during their bedtime routine over the weekend.

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1. StuffThu 30 Jul, 1:03pm

   ‘I think I’ve won’: Auckland couple’s bedtime ticket check turns into $20m Lotto windfall (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsThu 30 Jul, 1:50pm

   Man fears 'any second we're going to wake up' after $20m Lotto win (opens in new tab)