How to Play Wednesday Lotto
Your mid-week chance at a million
About Wednesday Lotto
Wednesday Lotto draws mid-week at 8:30 PM AEST with a guaranteed $1 million Division 1 prize — same deal as Monday Lotto. It's the standard 6/45 format, so the rules are familiar if you play any of the Lotto games. Good option for keeping the lottery going through the week without waiting for Saturday.
How to Play
Pick 6 numbers from 1 to 45, or QuickPick. Each game costs $0.65. Six winning numbers and 2 supplementaries drawn from 45 balls. Match all 6 for Division 1. Tickets available at outlets and online through The Lott, closing around 7:25 PM AEST on Wednesdays.
Number Selection
- Select 6 main numbers from 1 to 45
- 2 supplementary numbers are drawn automatically
Odds and Prize Divisions
Identical to Monday and Saturday Lotto: Division 1 at 1 in 8,145,060, with about a 1 in 85 chance of winning any prize. The $1 million is guaranteed each week and splits among multiple Division 1 winners if needed.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Division 1 Odds | 1 in 8,145,060 |
| Prize Divisions | 6 |
| Starting Jackpot | $1 Million |
Tips for Playing Wednesday Lotto
If you play Monday and Saturday already, adding Wednesday gives you three shots a week for under $2 total. Our Number Generator can create combos for the 6/45 format, and results go up on our site right after the 8:30 PM draw.
Where to Buy Wednesday Lotto Tickets
Wednesday Lotto tickets are available at authorised lottery outlets across Australia, including newsagents and selected retail stores. You can also purchase tickets online through The Lott official website (thelott.com) or via The Lott mobile app. Ticket sales typically close at approximately 7:25 PM AEST on draw nights. For online purchases, you will need to create a free account and be a resident of Australia.
Claiming Wednesday Lotto Prizes
Prize claiming procedures vary by state and prize amount. Prizes up to $1,500 can be claimed at any lottery outlet. Larger prizes may need to be claimed at a lottery office or through a bank transfer. If you purchased your ticket online through The Lott, prizes up to $1,500 are automatically deposited into your account. Larger prizes will require identity verification. You typically have up to 6 years from the draw date to claim your prize, depending on the state.