Playing NZ Lotto Zone is easy! Follow our simple guide to get started and increase your chances of winning big.
From picking numbers to claiming your prize
Select from PowerBall Max, Strike Lucky, or Kiwi Cash based on your preferred odds and jackpot size.
Choose your lucky numbers online or use Quick Pick for random selection. Save them for easy access.
Visit any authorized retailer with your saved numbers to complete your purchase before the draw.
Check results after the draw and claim your prize at any retailer or our head office for larger wins.
Learn how to play each game and understand the winning combinations
Our biggest jackpots with 7 prize divisions
Odds: 1 in 38,383,800 for Division 1. Overall odds of winning any prize: 1 in 38
Daily draws with order-based wins
Odds: 1 in 2,193,360 for Division 1. Overall odds of winning any prize: 1 in 270
Best odds with weekday draws
Odds: 1 in 658,008 for Division 1. Overall odds of winning any prize: 1 in 10 - Best odds!
Everything you need to know about playing
Each line costs $5 for PowerBall Max, $3 for Strike Lucky, and $4 for Kiwi Cash. You can purchase multiple lines to increase your chances of winning.
Quick Pick automatically selects random numbers for you. It's a fast and easy way to play if you don't have specific lucky numbers in mind. Our system uses a certified random number generator.
Prizes up to $1,000 can be claimed at any authorized retailer. For prizes between $1,000 and $10,000, visit any of our regional offices. Prizes over $10,000 must be claimed at our Auckland head office with valid ID.
PowerBall Max draws are every Wednesday and Saturday at 8:00 PM. Strike Lucky has daily draws at 7:00 PM. Kiwi Cash draws are Monday through Friday at 8:00 PM. All times are NZST.
Yes! Use our "Save Numbers" feature to store your lucky numbers. You can save multiple sets and easily show them to retailers when purchasing tickets. This makes it quick and convenient to play your favorite numbers regularly.
No! All lottery winnings in New Zealand are completely tax-free. You receive 100% of your prize with no deductions. This applies to all prize amounts from Division 1 jackpots to smaller wins.
You have 12 months from the draw date to claim your prize. After this period, unclaimed prizes are allocated to the Prize Reserve Fund to boost future jackpots. Always check your tickets promptly!
Unfortunately, lottery tickets are bearer instruments. If you lose a ticket, we cannot replace it or verify your claim without the physical ticket. Always keep your tickets in a safe place and sign the back of winning tickets immediately.
Make the most of your lottery experience
Set a budget for lottery spending and stick to it. Playing should be fun, not a financial burden. Only spend what you can afford to lose.
Different games have different odds. Kiwi Cash offers the best overall odds, while PowerBall Max has the biggest jackpots but longer odds.
Always check your tickets after each draw. Many prizes go unclaimed because players forget to check. Use our online results checker for convenience.
Pool your money with friends or colleagues to buy more tickets and increase your chances. Just make sure to have a clear agreement about sharing winnings.
Store tickets in a secure location and sign the back immediately if you win. Consider taking photos of your tickets as backup proof of purchase.
Sales close 30 minutes before each draw. Buy your tickets early to avoid missing out, especially during busy periods or holidays.
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