Grandkids Bring the Good Luck

You know you’re a legend of a grandparent when even your grandkids’ ages bring you fortune! Over in Maryland, a bloke named John Lang decided to use his grandchildren’s ages as his lucky numbers in the state lottery’s Bonus Match 5 game… and walked away with a cool $50,000.

After taking a short break from playing, John popped into his local liquor store, grabbed a ticket, and — just like that — the universe said, “Welcome back, mate.” When he went back the next day to check it, the clerk told him, “Mr. John, you just won $50,000.” Imagine the grin on that man’s face.

He’s planning to use the winnings for a few home improvements and to tuck some away for the future — practical, wholesome, and very granddad energy.

🍀 And Closer to Home... Wānaka’s Got Its Own Lucky Streak!

Seems like the good fortune’s contagious because right here in Wānaka, someone’s just scored $32,000 in Wednesday’s $20 million Lotto draw — with their winning ticket bought at Paper Plus Wānaka!

That’s right — a local winner, a local store, and a whole lot of excitement. It’s got us all wondering if it’s time to start picking numbers based on something personal too… like the number of pies you’ve eaten at The Doughbin this month, or how many laps you’ve done of the lakefront.

🎙️ Feeling Lucky?

Maybe it’s time to dust off that Lotto app, or head down to Paper Plus for your own ticket. After all, lightning does strike twice — and who knows, the next lucky Wānaka name might just be yours!