Q: When did the Australian Lottery start?
A: The Australian Lottery started in 1972. It used to be played
exclusively in the state of Victoria, but has now spread to all 6 States
and 2 Territories in Australia.
Q: What makes the Australian Lottery so popular?
A: The Australian Lottery is so popular because of the huge
cash prizes paid out in each of the two weekly Draws. The JACKPOT PRIZE
alone always pays out a Guaranteed $3 Million every week. That's because
60% of all Lottery ticket sales is returned as prize money compared to
only 50% paid out by European Lotteries and 45% by North American Lotteries.
Q: How can I check the Draw Results?
A: You can check the Australian Lottery Draw Results in 3 ways:
1) Official Results Statement - Every 5 weeks, you'll receive this statement
which shows all the Lottery Draw results in the recent 5-Week period.
2) Draw Results by E-mail - If you have an e-mail address, you'll be
sent the results of the Australian Lottery Draws automatically every Wednesday
by e-mail.
3) Simply visit this site for the Australian Lottery Tuesday and Saturday
Draw results updated weekly.
Q: How reliable are the Draws?
A: The Australian Lottery is under the control of the Australian
Government. Each Draw, which is broadcast live on National TV every Tuesday
and Saturday evenings, is strictly supervised by Government representatives
ensuring a reliable and honest Draw result.
Q: If I win, how are my prize winnings paid?
A: You¡¯ll receive your winnings in a single lump sum payment.
You can choose to receive your money in cash, cheque - or if you win a
large amount - by telegraphic transfer to the bank of your choice, anywhere
you want - in any currency you wish.
Q: Are Australian taxes deducted from my winnings?
A: No, all prize winnings are paid in full and completely FREE
of any tax.
Q: Will my winnings be confidential?
A: When you win, no one else will be notified of your winnings
except you.
Q: What is Pacific Players International (PPI)?
A: Pacific Players International is a Government-licensed Lottery
Service Agency which has been marketing National Lotteries to overseas
subscribers for over 9 years. Acting as agents on behalf of Lottery players
around the world, PPI makes it possible for you to enter Government Lotteries,
such as the Australian Lottery, from the convenience of your own home. |