'I'm still shaking': Melbourne father in 'shock' after $20 million Lotto win
The life of a Melbourne father was transformed forever after an early morning call today confirmed he had won $20 million.
The dad, from Doncaster in the city's north-east, had just finished an early morning shift when he discovered he held the only division one winning entry nationally in last night's Oz Lotto draw.
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A Victorian man has won $20 million in Oz Lotto. The Lott
"I'm still shaking," he laughed when an official from The Lott confirmed the win.
"I discovered it when I went to purchase a ticket into Powerball's $60 million draw for tomorrow night.
"It was such a shock."
The man said he's been playing for more than a decade.
His winning numbers were 5, 35, 37, 14, 21, 12 and 22, while the supplementary numbers were 46, 47 and 17.
The father has revealed how he plans to spend the money.
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"Most importantly, I'll help my family," he said.
"I'll share it around.
"I've got some loans to pay off. Starting with my house mortgage.
"I've got my whole family gathered around the phone right now. My wife is happy, my daughter is very happy. It's something I'll remember for the rest of my life."
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The winning ticket was bought at BP Prahran on 500 Malvern Road.
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