Prizes under $1,500 can be claimed at any authorised Tatts outlet across Victoria. Larger prizes require a claim form and photo identification, processed at Tattersalls offices in Melbourne or via post. Division 1 winners receive personal contact from The Lott.

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Playing the Lottery in Victoria

Victoria is home to Tattersalls, the oldest lottery operator in Australia, founded in 1881. In Victoria, Saturday Lotto is known as TattsLotto — the most recognised lottery brand in the state. Tatts operates from Melbourne and has been responsible for creating thousands of millionaires across Australia. The Tatts brand is synonymous with lottery culture in Victoria and Tasmania.

How to Buy Lottery Tickets in VIC

Residents of Victoria can purchase lottery tickets at over 2,400+ authorised Tattersalls (Tatts) retail outlets across the state, or online through The Lott website and mobile app at thelott.com. You must be at least 18 years old to purchase a lottery ticket in VIC. Tickets can be purchased for individual draws, as multi-week entries, or through subscription services that automatically enter you in every draw. Popular games among VIC players include Powerball (Thursday), Oz Lotto (Tuesday), and TattsLotto (Saturday). Many players in Melbourne and across Victoria also enjoy Set for Life, which offers $20,000 a month for 20 years with draws every night.

Claiming Lottery Prizes in VIC

Prize claims in Victoria must be made within 6 years of the draw date.Prizes under $1,500 can be claimed at any authorised Tatts outlet across Victoria. Larger prizes require a claim form and photo identification, processed at Tattersalls offices in Melbourne or via post. Division 1 winners receive personal contact from The Lott. Contact 131 868 for assistance with any prize claims. For a comprehensive guide on the prize claiming process, visit our claiming prizes guide.

Lottery Tax in Victoria

All lottery winnings in Victoria are completely tax-free under Australian federal law — this applies to all prize divisions, from small wins to multi-million dollar jackpots.Victoria does not impose any state-level tax on lottery prizes either. However, any investment income earned from your winnings — such as interest, dividends, capital gains, or rental income — is assessable as regular income. It is recommended that significant prize winners consult a financial adviser. Read our complete lottery tax guide for detailed information about managing lottery winnings.

Available Lottery Games in Victoria

Victoria players have access to 7 lottery games: Powerball Australia, Oz Lotto, TattsLotto, Monday Lotto, Wednesday Lotto, Set for Life, and The Pools. Use our draw schedule to see which games draw on which days, or check the jackpot tracker for current prize pools across all games.

Responsible Gaming in Victoria

Tattersalls (Tatts) is committed to responsible gaming practices across Victoria. Players are encouraged to set personal spending limits and play within their means. If you or someone you know has a problem with gambling, call Gambling Help on 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au for free and confidential support. For more information about playing responsibly, visit our responsible gaming page.