A Kallangur grandfather plans to share most of his $250,000 Instant Win with his beloved children, who have families and homes of their own.
The Moreton Bay resident secured his quarter-of-a-million-dollar prize after purchasing a $10 Lucky Gems ticket from News Extra Lillybrook, located at Shop 20, Lilly Brook Shopping Centre, 118 Old Gympie Road. He revealed that he had revealed the winning ticket a week before taking it to the newsagency, remaining quite calm throughout the process.
The long-time player of Instant Win tickets expressed his relaxed demeanour regarding the substantial win, stating he was “pretty calm” even after the newsagency confirmed his ticket was a winner. He has been playing these tickets since their introduction and conveyed his immediate thoughts about sharing the fortune with his family.
The Kallangur grandad highlighted that his family is the most important thing to him, which is why he decided to gift the majority of his winnings to his children. He mentioned telling them about the win the day before speaking to the media, and they were reportedly very excited. When asked if he had any personal purchases in mind, the happy winner humbly stated that “just a box of beers to celebrate will do me.”
The win by a resident has brought a buzz to the Kallangur community. The generosity shown by the grandfather in prioritising his family’s well-being over personal indulgence reflects the strong community values often found in the Moreton Bay region. His story serves as a heartening example of how sudden windfalls can strengthen family bonds.
Published Date 02-Jun-2025
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