If you have a Lotto or Scratch'n'Win ticket you've purchased in-store, prizes around and including $500 could be collected from any store. For online or app purchases, your winnings is likely to be paid into your e-wallet or nominated financial account.
Collecting a prize over $500
For prize claims over $500, winnings can be claimed at Head Office during office hours, or by submitting your original ticket with a prize claim form by post. In the event that you attend Head Office, can pay around $10,000 via EFTPOS. Alternatively, prizes may be paid directly into your bank-account whenever you provide your BSB and account number. We are unable to pay prizes in cash. For online or app purchases (excluding Division 1), your winnings is likely to be paid into your e-wallet or nominated financial account, unless claimed within 35 days.
All Scratch'n'Win prizes of $5,000 or maybe more are susceptible to a 14-day validation period and can just only be claimed at Head Office during office hours.
Collecting a Division 1 prize
Division 1 prizes must be claimed at Head Office during office hours. All Division 1 prizes are subject to a 14-day validation period. Generally, to claim a Division 1 prize, you must present at Head Office within 12 months from the date of the draw (subject to the extended COVID-19 prize claim period described below). Bring with you the winning ticket, as well as information that may confirm your identity and place of residence.
Can't get to get your prize?
If you're unable to see a shop or Head Office to get a prize (excluding Division 1), please print and complete the claim form and post it with the initial ticket/s to Head Office, Locked Bag 66, SUBIACO WA 6904. We recommend you keep a scanned copy or photograph of one's ticket, and also a copy of your prize claim form, until your claim has been processed. For collecting a Division 1 prize, please make reference to the info above.
On one other hand, receiving casino winnings as a structured settlement provides a controlled income stream over a lengthier period. Payments are not taxed until they are disbursed, permitting interest to accrue over time. However, this payout option limits the amount of money a success receives previously, especially when additional funds are essential for financial emergencies.