What Is Oz Lotto?
Oz Lotto is Australia’s national Tuesday night lottery draw, run by The Lott and available across every state and territory. In Queensland it is marketed as Gold Lotto and may appear under Golden Casket results or as Oz 7 — but it is exactly the same national draw. In Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania, the ACT, and the NT, the game is simply called Oz Lotto.
The game launched in 1994 as a 6-from-45 draw. It moved to 7 from 45 in 2005, then expanded to the current 7 from 47 matrix in October 2022. That latest format change pushed Division 1 odds higher but also raised the guaranteed minimum jackpot to $4 million every week. For the latest winning numbers, visit our Oz Lotto results page.
How Many Numbers in Oz Lotto and How to Play
Oz Lotto requires you to pick 7 numbers from a pool of 47. On draw night, 7 main winning numbers plus 3 supplementary numbers are drawn from the same barrel. The supplementary numbers help determine winners in Divisions 2, 4, and 7.
Each standard game costs roughly $1.35. You can choose your own numbers manually or play a QuickPick where the system generates random selections. Tickets are sold at licensed newsagencies, retail outlets, and online through The Lott. You must be 18 years or older to participate.
System entries allow you to select more than 7 numbers per game panel. A System 8 covers 8 combinations; a System 12 covers 792 combinations. The price increases with each additional number, but so does your coverage across all seven prize divisions.
Oz Lotto Draw Time and Schedule
The draw takes place every Tuesday at approximately 8:30pm AEST. Ticket sales close around 7:25pm AEST on draw night, so entries must be submitted before the cut-off. Results are typically published within 30 minutes.
During daylight saving (October to April), the draw shifts to 8:30pm AEDT for eastern states. Western Australian players see the draw at 5:30pm AWST. Searching for the Oz Lotto numbers for tonight? Check our results page right after the draw closes.
Prize Divisions and Dividends
Oz Lotto awards prizes across 7 divisions. The full structure looks like this:
| Division | Match Required | Approximate Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Division 1 | 7 main numbers | 1 in 62,891,499 |
| Division 2 | 6 main + 1 or more supplementary | 1 in 3,241,401 |
| Division 3 | 6 main numbers | 1 in 180,078 |
| Division 4 | 5 main + 1 or more supplementary | 1 in 29,602 |
| Division 5 | 5 main numbers | 1 in 3,430 |
| Division 6 | 4 main numbers | 1 in 154 |
| Division 7 | 3 main + 1 or more supplementary | 1 in 87 |
Division 6 prize money typically falls between $25 and $50 per winner depending on the week’s pool size and winner count. Division 7 usually pays $15 to $25. Dividends are calculated after each draw based on total sales and the number of winners per tier. For the latest Oz Lotto results and dividends, see our results page.
One frequent question: does matching 2 main numbers and 2 supplementaries win anything? No — that combination does not qualify for any division. The minimum win requires 3 main numbers plus at least 1 supplementary (Division 7).
How to Check Oz Lotto Results
Whether you are checking Oz Lotto results in QLD, NSW, Victoria, or any other state, the numbers are identical — it is one national draw. Here is how to verify your ticket:
- Oz Lott Results: Our Oz Lotto page updates automatically every Tuesday night with winning numbers, supplementaries, and dividends
- The Lott App: Scan your physical ticket barcode for instant results
- The Lott Website: Official results published at thelott.com
- Retail outlets: Get your ticket checked at any licensed newsagency
Need to review past draws? You can check Oz Lotto’s last 10 results on our site, or browse the complete draw archive stretching back years. Searching for Gold Lotto or Super 7 Oz Lotto results from QLD? Same draw — our page covers every state.
Odds of Winning Oz Lotto
Division 1 odds stand at 1 in 62,891,499, placing Oz Lotto as the second-hardest top prize to win among Australian lotteries — behind Powerball (1 in 134,490,400) but tougher than TattsLotto (1 in 8,145,060).
The overall chance of winning any prize is approximately 1 in 55, which is solid by lottery standards. Most winners land in Divisions 6 and 7. During Megadraw and Superdraw events, the odds stay the same — only the guaranteed prize pool increases.
| Game | Division 1 Odds | Minimum Jackpot |
|---|---|---|
| Powerball | 1 in 134,490,400 | $3 Million |
| Oz Lotto | 1 in 62,891,499 | $4 Million |
| TattsLotto | 1 in 8,145,060 | $4 Million |
| Set for Life | 1 in 38,608,020 | $20,000/month |
| Weekday Windfall | 1 in 8,145,060 | $500,000 |
For deeper statistical analysis, number frequencies, and pattern data, explore our Oz Lotto analytics page or read our Australian lottery odds guide.
Oz Lotto Winners and Jackpot History
The biggest Oz Lotto jackpot was $112 million, claimed in November 2012 by a syndicate of four Queensland nurses. It remains one of the largest individual lottery prizes ever awarded in Australia. The jackpot surpassed $100 million again in February 2025, driving massive national ticket sales.
- $112M (November 2012): Won by a QLD hospital syndicate — the all-time Oz Lotto record
- $100M+ (February 2025): One of the biggest jackpots in over a decade
- $70M (April 2013): Won by a single entry from New South Wales
- $50M events: Oz Lotto regularly rolls to $50 million when Division 1 goes unclaimed for consecutive weeks
Who won Oz Lotto last night? Was it won tonight? These are the most searched questions after every Tuesday draw. Check our Oz Lotto page for Division 1 winner details, prize amounts, and the selling outlet location.
Tips for Playing Oz Lotto
Every draw is a completely independent random event. No number is "due" and past results have zero influence on future outcomes. That said, a few practical approaches are worth considering:
- System entries: Playing a System 8 or higher covers multiple combinations from a single entry, increasing your chances across all divisions
- QuickPick performance: Around 70% of Division 1 winners use QuickPick, which tends to spread numbers evenly across the full range
- Avoid clustering: Many players pick birthdays (1–31) or sequential runs — choosing numbers across the full 1–47 range reduces the chance of splitting a jackpot
- Syndicates: Pooling with workmates or friends gives you more entries for the same individual budget. See our syndicate guide for setup tips
- Budget discipline: Lottery tickets are entertainment, not investment. Play only what you can comfortably afford
For historical frequency data, hot and cold numbers, and common Oz Lotto pairs, visit our analytics dashboard.
Oz Lotto vs Other Australian Lotteries
Powerball delivers bigger maximum jackpots but at much steeper odds. TattsLotto has the friendliest Division 1 odds (1 in 8.1 million) but typically smaller prizes. Set for Life pays a monthly annuity instead of a lump sum. Oz Lotto occupies the middle ground — strong $4 million minimum jackpots with a real path to life-changing money every Tuesday night. For a detailed side-by-side comparison, read our Powerball vs Oz Lotto guide.
Whichever game you play, remember to do so responsibly. Set spending limits, play for enjoyment, and if gambling is causing problems, contact Gambling Help on 1800 858 858. Check tonight’s results and the latest winning numbers on our Oz Lotto page.