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Winner Story | Meet Michael Lottery No. 80 Winner!

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We are thrilled to introduce Michael, the lucky winner of RSPCA Car Lottery No. 80, who is now the proud owner of an incredible GR Sport LandCruiser 300 and $60,000 in gold bullion. Steve Coleman, RSPCA NSW CEO, presented Michael with the keys to his brand-new ride, thanking him for his incredible support.

The decision that changed it all

Michael, a first-time lottery participant based in NSW, took a chance and purchased $30 worth of tickets just days before the lottery closed. Little did he know that single decision would lead to a life-changing moment. “I saw the RSPCA Lottery and thought, 'wouldn’t that be unbelievable.' I still can’t believe that I’ve won it," Michael shared, still in awe of his win.

Supporting the RSPCA Lottery

A lifelong animal lover, Michael's home is filled with furry companions. He has five pets, including two rescue cats that belong to his daughter, and he has been rescuing and adopting kittens for many years. His compassion for animals made the RSPCA Lottery a cause close to his heart.

Michael’s love for Toyotas runs deep, having owned a couple of models over the years. Now, he can look forward to the ultimate adventure in his brand-new LandCruiser. "Winning this means the world to me and to my family as well," Michael said, explaining how this unexpected windfall will not only help him in his transition into retirement but also allow him to "maybe help out our children with a bit of extra money."

How did the family react to the exciting news? 

The excitement of his win came with an amusing twist. "I was working at a friend's place when I got the call and I rang my wife and daughter, who were working from home that day. The first question was, 'Did you have to give them your bank details?' They thought it was a big scam!" Michael laughed. But he knew otherwise. "I hadn’t told anyone that I’d bought tickets, so none of my mates would put me up to it."

To double-check, his daughter did a quick online search. "My daughter googled it and said, 'It says the winner is from Castle Hill, so it must be true!'"

Micheal's winning advice

Beyond the excitement of winning, Michael holds deep admiration for the RSPCA and the important work they do. His advice to anyone considering buying tickets, "Regardless of if you win or lose, it's a great charity. The RSPCA has been around forever, it's an institution, and we love it. I think it’s a good Australian thing to be buying tickets."

As he moves toward retirement, Michael is excited about the recreational possibilities that his new vehicle offers. "This will be a great recreational vehicle for retirement," he says with a smile.

Congratulations once again, Michael! We are beyond happy to see this incredible prize go to someone who has such a big heart for animals and family alike.

Want to be RSPCA's next car Lottery winner?

If you would also like to change your life and the lives of animals in need, Lottery No. 81 is now open! We are giving you the golden chance to win a luxury Land Rover Defender plus gold bullion! You could be our next lucky RSPCA winner, just like Michael.

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