A pair of Mount Isa grandparents are calling their $1 million win in last night’s Weekday Windfall a “Christmas miracle”, declaring it’s the best stocking stuffer they’ve ever received. 
 
The Gulf Country residents held one of two division one winning entries nationally in Weekday Windfall draw 4485, drawn Monday 23 December 2024. They can look forward to a neat $1 million to start their New Year. 
 
North Queensland has celebrated nine major lottery wins in 2024, with locals collectively taking home more than $6.95 million in prize money. 
 
We contacted the dynamic duo earlier this morning, catching them by surprise as they were busy running errands for their Christmas plans.
 
“Oh, thank you so much! Is this true?” he questioned.

“That’s so exciting. Oh my god. I’m speechless!

“What a blessing! An early Christmas present!

“We’re actually in the car right now. We are doing some preparation for Christmas tomorrow.

“I like to play lotteries sometimes. I never thought this would happen to me.

“It feels great – a Christmas miracle.”
 
When asked about their plans, the winning husband said his first priority was taking his beloved wife of 50 years out for a special dinner.
 
“Firstly, I’ll take my beloved wife out for a nice dinner. She’s been by my side for 50 years!” he shared.

“I then will repair the ceiling in my car or even buy a new car all together.
 
“Thank you so much!”
 
His winning 12-game QuickPick entry was purchased via The Lott app – the official home of Australia’s lotteries.
 
The winning numbers in Weekday Windfall draw 4485 on Monday 23 December 2024 were 28, 15, 5, 26, 30 and 16, while the supplementary numbers were 14 and 9.