In a stroke of luck, a Wollongong father and his two adult children celebrated a stunning Keno win of $1.1 million by playing their birthday numbers. This remarkable event occurred at the Collegians Leagues Club in Balgownie when their Keno Classic 10 Spot ticket yielded a total of $1,182,628. After dividing the amount equally, each family member will receive $394,209.33.
Choosing to maintain anonymity, the father expressed his disbelief at the windfall, revealing that it would allow him to remain in their family home rather than having to downsize. “I’m still in shock,” he admitted, emphasising their excitement. He shared that he plays almost daily, consistently opting for their significant birthday numbers.
As he watched the numbers unfold on the screen, he initially counted seven matches before realising they had actually hit all ten, prompting an astonished reaction of “shit!”—a moment he described as nearly overwhelming. The timing of the win is particularly beneficial, as he is in the market for a new car and had been considering downsizing their home; now, they are relieved to stay put.
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