A Mackay man has remained surprisingly cool, calm and collected after discovering he had snagged more than $60,000 in a Keno draw.
The North Queenslander held the Keno Classic 8 Spot jackpot in draw 116, drawn Sunday 28 December 2025. He looks forward to a total prize of $60,227.00.
“I was actually pretty cool and calm!” he laughed when an official from Keno confirmed the win.
“I was sat down with my wife’s parents, and we were in the café area, and I decided to put a game of Keno on. I looked up at the Keno screen and that’s when I saw my Keno numbers come up.
“I said to my mother-in-law, ‘I’m pretty sure I’ve won!’. She was more shocked than me!
“It’s funny because I usually catch up with friends and we usually share a ticket, but I managed to have won all by myself.
“As soon as I confirmed the win with staff, I went home and kept the ticket very secure.
“We ended up celebrating that night.”
When quizzed about how he'd spend his winnings, the jubilant man shared he would be sensible with the prize.
“It will help me pay off some of my mortgage!” he exclaimed.
“Thank you very much!”
His winning Keno Classic entry was purchased at Harrup Park, 89 Julet St, Mackay.