Port Macquarie man has confessed he was as ‘happy as Larry’ after he initially thought he’d won $100 in a recent Lucky Lotteries draw, only to discover the prize was actually worth $100,000.
 
The Mid North Coast resident held the 1st Prize winning entry in Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot draw 11061, drawn Friday 20 February 2026. He looks forward to a neat $100,000.
 
“Fantastic news!” he said when speaking with us after his win.
 
“I’ve been off sick from work today and you’ve just made me cheer up.
 
“When I first checked the ticket, I thought I’d won $100, and I was as happy as Larry. Then, I looked a bit closer and realised there were some extra zeros.
 
“I couldn’t believe it. I thought someone might be pulling my leg.
 
“I’m still struggling to believe half of this.”
 
The stunned winner shared the six-figure prize would allow him to help family in ways he never imagined possible.
 
“This win is going to help my family out quite well,” he said.
 
“I have a daughter who needs some surgery and I’ll be able to help her with the cost now.
 
“I’ll have to invite everyone over to celebrate once I’m feeling better.”
 
His winning entry of five random numbers was purchased at Blairs Newsagency, 88 Horton Street, Port Macquarie.
 
Blairs Newsagency owner Peter Thompsett shared he was over the moon to sell a 1st Prize winning entry worth $100,000.
 
“We were so excited to hear that our outlet had sold a 1st Prize winning entry,” he said.
 
“It’s incredibly rewarding to know that our small town has experienced a life-changing prize and that someone’s life has been changed for the better.
 
“We will be celebrating with lots of balloons, signage and spread the word with everyone.
 
“Over the past eight years, we’ve been fortunate enough to sell three 1st Prize winning entries.
 
“Congratulations to our winner! Enjoy and spend wisely!”