Australian punters are buzzing over the results of Oz Lotto Draw 1614, which recently reached a breathtaking $50 million. This massive jackpot has captured the attention of ticket buyers across the country, with one in six Australians anticipated to try their luck before entries closed.
Drawn on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, the winning numbers were 24, 44, 18, 22, 41, 8, and 37. Supplementary numbers included 26, 39, and 1. Despite the overwhelming interest, no player managed to match the winning numbers, resulting in no division one winners this time.
"While the year is young, this $70 million draw is the biggest prize we’ve seen from any Australian lottery game in 2025," declared The Lott spokesman, Matt Hart. With no lucky ticket holders for draw 1614, the jackpot is set to climb to $70 million for the next draw, marking it as Oz Lotto's biggest prize offered since last year.
The past few months have highlighted the volatility of lottery winnings, as $50 million was reached twice last year. Interestingly, the odds and excitement remain high, with thousands flocking to newsagents to purchase their tickets, hoping to score the massive prize.
Historically, the numbers drawn are random, but according to Hart, some numbers have made more frequent appearances, such as 47, 21, 28, and 33. "These frequently drawn numbers can inspire hope for players, even if they're not guaranteed to win," he noted. Should players decide to take chances on less-drawn options, cold numbers include 34, 26, 45, and 43. "This could be their night to shine. They’re the underdogs; you never know," he added.
On average, during the 2024 financial year, Oz Lotto had 16 division one winners across Australia, collectively claiming over $323 million. The exciting spike reached $90 million for the second-largest prize recorded in the game’s 30-year history, shared by three lucky NSW winners. Clearly, the stakes are high, and the lure of wealth is strong.
The incredible stories don’t stop there. Last December, for example, a South Australian man became $50 million richer with his unregistered Oz Lotto ticket. He remarked, "this does absolutely everything for me," vowing to treat himself and support his family. Most of all, he declared, "I don’t think I’ll work again. I think my workdays are done." Such narratives fuel the dreams of millions hoping to escape the everyday grind.
Following the draw, millions scrambled to confirm their results, and the excitement surged with 856,606 wins across divisions two to seven, which totalled over $18.9 million. Among those winners, six found themselves catapulted to $115,756.90 richer, thanks to division two wins.
This past week's draw has crafted its own legends, and as the next draw approaches, all eyes will be on this unprecedented $70 million offering. Will one of the cold numbers finally create the next division one winner? Only time will tell.
Lotteries across Australia hold special significance and cultural importance as they present opportunities for life-changing wins. Fingers are crossed on how high these numbers can climb before someone strikes it rich. The upcoming draw promises to be another chance for eager players to chase their dreams.