Powerball has soared to an eye-watering $80 million after no one held the lucky numbers for the fourth week in a row.
It’s the first time this year the jackpot has soared so high, giving Aussie hopefuls the chance to become the country’s first big winner of 2026.
While no one took out Division One last night, there were a total of 1,417,366 prizes worth more than $33 million in divisions two to nine.
Among those winners, there were two division two winners who each took home a $314,018.10 prize.
Up to one in four Australian adults are now expected to grab an entry into next Thursday’s draw, with the hopes of becoming a multi-millionaire.
“It’s been more than five months since Powerball last offered $80 million to Australian lottery players – on that occasion the jackpot prize was shared between four Aussies,” The Lott spokesperson Anna Hobdell said.
“We will be waiting on the edge of our seats to see if Powerball welcomes another division one winner or if the jackpot climbs even higher.
“Many Aussies are likely already imagining their plans for the remainder of 2026 and beyond if they won a portion of Powerball’s $80 million. A dream vacation, early retirement, the ideal home, and fulfilling other aspirations could become tangible realities.”
Aussies are being reminded the draw closes at 7.30pm AEST on Thursday 12 February.
“The only way players can be in with a chance to secure the multi-million-dollar prize is by grabbing a ticket either in-store, online or via The Lott app,” Ms Hobdell said.
