How to Play Wednesday Lotto
Your mid-week chance at a million
About Wednesday Lotto
Wednesday Lotto provides Australians with a mid-week lottery draw every Wednesday at 8:30 PM AEST. Like Monday Lotto, it features a guaranteed $1 million Division 1 prize each week, giving players a reliable shot at a seven-figure windfall right in the middle of the week. The game follows the standard Australian 6/45 format that players across the country know and love. Wednesday Lotto is the perfect complement to Saturday Lotto, extending the lottery excitement through the working week and giving players an additional regular opportunity to win life-changing money.
How to Play
Playing Wednesday Lotto is simple — select 6 numbers from 1 to 45 per game panel or choose a QuickPick for a computer-generated random selection. Each game costs $0.65, the same as Monday Lotto. In the draw, 6 winning numbers and 2 supplementary numbers are drawn from a barrel of 45 balls. Match all 6 winning numbers to claim the Division 1 prize. Tickets can be purchased from any authorised outlet or online through The Lott until approximately 7:25 PM AEST on Wednesday evenings. The game is available across all Australian states and territories.
Number Selection
- Select 6 main numbers from 1 to 45
- 2 supplementary numbers are drawn automatically
Odds and Prize Divisions
Wednesday Lotto uses the same 6-division prize structure as Monday Lotto and Saturday Lotto. Division 1 odds are 1 in 8,145,060. Division 2 is 1 in 678,755. Division 3 is 1 in 36,689. Division 4 is 1 in 733. Division 5 is 1 in 297. The overall chance of winning any prize is approximately 1 in 85. Like Monday Lotto, the Division 1 prize is a guaranteed $1 million that does not jackpot. If multiple players win Division 1, the prize pool is distributed evenly. This consistency makes Wednesday Lotto a favourite for regular players.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Division 1 Odds | 1 in 8,145,060 |
| Prize Divisions | 6 |
| Starting Jackpot | $1 Million |
Tips for Playing Wednesday Lotto
Wednesday Lotto is a solid mid-week game with the same great odds as Monday and Saturday Lotto at 1 in 8,145,060 for Division 1. For the best value, consider playing a multi-week entry that covers Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday draws. This spreads your play across three games per week at a very affordable cost. Our Number Generator tool can create Wednesday Lotto combinations tailored to the 6/45 format. Always check our results page immediately after the 8:30 PM draw to see if you have won.
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.