Whakat?ne Store Strikes Lotto Gold Again: Sells $8.3 Million Winning Ticket

In an extraordinary stroke of luck, Whakat?ne's Halfway Store has once again proven its "lucky touch" by selling the winning Lotto ticket worth a staggering $8.3 million.

The elated owners, the Fang family, expressed their joy, with Sophie Fang exclaiming that she started "screaming" when she realized they had sold the winning ticket. This win follows their previous success in selling a $12.25 million winning ticket last June, marking their store's biggest victory.

The fortunate Lotto player scored an $8.3 million windfall in Saturday's draw, comprising Powerball's $8 million and a one-third share of Division One's million dollars. This latest triumph adds to the store's impressive record, which includes three First Division winners and last year's $12 million prize.

Despite feeling like a dream, Fang emphasized the store's recent lucky streak, jokingly attributing it to their "lucky touch" when handing out tickets. While the winner is yet to claim their prize, Fang hopes they are local and plans to celebrate on their behalf with champagne and chocolates. The Fang family eagerly anticipates the possibility of congratulating the fortunate winner, whose life has undoubtedly been transformed by this substantial Lotto win.