SYDNEY, Dec. 25, 2025 — A Christmas miracle has struck for one incredibly lucky Australian, with a single ticket-holder waking up $20 million richer after tonight’s Powerball draw.
A South Australian punter scooped up the life-changing Christmas Day jackpot, instantly vaulting into mega-millionaire status in one of the most unforgettable lottery wins of the year.
Powerball Draw 1545 delivered the winning numbers 7, 23, 29, 20, 11, 16 and 17, with 17 revealed as the all-important Powerball. Matching every number — plus the Powerball — is the ultimate lottery dream, with staggering odds of just 1 in 134.5 million.
While the spotlight is firmly on Division One, the festive cheer didn’t stop there.
Three Division Two winners - two from NSW and one from Victoria each pocketed $212,741.65, while 89 Division Three players scored $8,869.50 apiece, turning Christmas night into a celebration for thousands around the country.
Lottery officials are urging all players to check their tickets carefully, as wins across the lower divisions continue to roll in — and sometimes go unnoticed.
Tonight’s blockbuster win adds another name to Australia’s rapidly growing list of Powerball millionaires in 2025, with excitement already building for what could come next as the year draws to a close.
You can find the breakdown of tonight's winnings here: Powerball Draw 1545: Winning Numbers for Dec 25
