A mystery lotto player who won $1.2 million after buying their ticket in Highton has come forward.
The lotto player won $1,232,163.59 as one of four division one entries nationally in TattsLotto’s Saturday night draw.
Lotto officials called off the search on Wednesday after the winner came forward.
But how they plan to enjoy life as a newly-minted millionaire remains a mystery after they chose to stay completely anonymous and celebrate in private.
The ticket was unregistered, meaning lotto officials had to wait for the winner to come forward and claim their prize.
The mystery winner bought their ticket from Highton Lotto, and owner John Hodgson was thrilled they had come forward.
“We are so glad we’ve found the winner!” he said.
“We were starting to wonder where they were and why they hadn’t checked their ticket.
“We want to thank all of our loyal customers who have been coming in to check their tickets and supporting us during this time.
“We are so happy for our winning customer. We wish them all the happiness in the world.”
Mr Hodgson and wife Vivienne have sold two division one-winning tickets in their three years at Highton Lotto.
“The outlet’s been quite lucky,” he said.
“I think there’s been about 20 division one winners over the years.”
Meanwhile, a Geelong retiree won $24,999 in Saturday night’s Super 66 draw after purchasing her ticket at Bellpost Lotto & News, Norlane.
The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she planned to share the win with her children.
