A Mermaid Beach man had his day flipped on its head when his morning coffee came with a dash of surprise after realising he'd scored a $100,000 Instant Scratch-Its top prize.
The Gold Coast resident's $5 Christmas Crosswords Instant Scratch-Its ticket was purchased at Lucky Mermaid News Gifts & Stationery, Shop 3, 2453 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach.
When we spoke with the winning man, he was still revelling in joy.
"It's great! I'm very happy," he laughed.
"I play Instant Scratch-Its reguarly. It's a tradition I have where I go get one, then have a cup of coffee at a nearby cafe.
"Once I won $750 on an Instant Scratch-Its ticket which was amazing. Now I've won $100,000!
"I've told my daughter who was very excited for me."
When asked how he planned to use his newfound treasure, the winning man said he needed a little time to decide.
"I'm not sure how I'll use the prize, but I think I'll go out for tea to celebrate," he said.
"Thank you so much! I hope to win again soon!"
