Powerball is going absolutely crazy this week. The jackpot has hit a massive $100 million — and it’s got everyone buzzing. This is actually the biggest Powerball prize in Australia so far this year. Feels like every time you check, it just keeps climbing because no one’s managed to win it in the past few weeks. I mean, it's now one of the top 10 largest jackpots in Aussie lottery history — and honestly, it’s kind of wild how many people are getting in on it.
Everyone’s Talking About It — And Buying Tickets Like Crazy
If it feels like everyone is talking about Powerball right now, you're not wrong. Almost half of all Australian adults are expected to buy a ticket for this draw. That’s millions of people. I was standing in line at the servo, and someone said it was selling over 6,000 tickets per minute at one point. Like, it’s that intense. It’s not just the size of the prize — it’s that buzz people get when they think, “What if this is the one?”
And yeah, sure, we all know the odds aren’t great — like 1 in 134 million kind of bad — but still, someone has to win, right?
When’s the Draw and How It Works
Alright, so if you're thinking of jumping in, here's what to know. The draw closes at 7:30 PM AEST tonight, and the actual numbers get pulled around 8:30 PM AEST. They draw seven regular numbers (from 1 to 35), and then one Powerball number (from 1 to 20). You can catch it on TV (Channel 7), on The Lott app, or even just check the website after.
And even if you don’t hit the jackpot, there are smaller prizes too — millions of dollars’ worth already handed out to folks in the lower divisions. So yeah, you could still win something.
Why This Jackpot Feels Like a Big Moment
This isn’t just another lotto draw. It’s the kind of thing people remember, especially when it hits this high. It’s only the sixth time the prize has gone to $100 million or more in Powerball’s history. And if no one wins tonight, we could be looking at an even bigger number next week.
People are sharing their lucky rituals, office pools are happening, and there’s that quiet hope you hear in people’s voices — like maybe this time, just maybe, it could be them. It’s more than a draw. It’s kind of become a nationwide event.
