Australian Lottery Draw Schedule 2026
Never miss a draw. Here is the complete weekly schedule for all Australian lottery games. All draws take place at 8:30 PM AEST unless otherwise noted. Ticket sales typically close 30 minutes before the draw.
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All Games at a Glance
| Game | Draw Days | Draw Time | Sales Close | Format | Ticket Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oz Lotto | Tuesday | 8:30 PM AEST | ~8:00 PM AEST | 7/45 | Varies |
| Powerball Australia | Thursday | 8:30 PM AEST | ~8:00 PM AEST | 7/35 + PB 1-20 | Varies |
| Saturday Lotto | Saturday | 8:30 PM AEST | ~8:00 PM AEST | 6/45 | Varies |
| Monday Lotto | Monday | 8:30 PM AEST | ~8:00 PM AEST | 6/45 | Varies |
| Wednesday Lotto | Wednesday | 8:30 PM AEST | ~8:00 PM AEST | 6/45 | Varies |
| Set for Life | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 8:30 PM AEST | ~8:00 PM AEST | 8/37 | Varies |
| Lucky Lotteries | Daily | Various | ~8:00 PM AEST | Ticket-based | Varies |
| The Pools | Wednesday, Saturday | 8:30 PM AEST | ~8:00 PM AEST | 6/38 | Varies |
When Are Australian Lottery Draws?
All major Australian lottery draws take place at 8:30 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). This consistent timing makes it easy for players to know exactly when to check their results. Draws are conducted live and results are published on our website within minutes. During daylight saving time (AEDT), draw times remain at 8:30 PM local time in Sydney and Melbourne.
Which Lotteries Draw Tonight?
There is at least one major lottery draw every day of the week. Set for Life draws every single night, while other games have their designated days. The busiest draw nights are Saturday (Saturday Lotto) and Thursday (Powerball), which consistently attract the highest ticket sales. Visit our jackpot tracker to see which games have the biggest current prizes, or check the homepagefor countdown timers to tonight's draws.
Ticket Sales Cut-Off Times
Ticket sales typically close approximately 25-30 minutes before each draw (around 8:00 PM AEST). If you are purchasing tickets online through The Lott, ensure you complete your purchase well before the cut-off time. Physical retail outlets may close ticket sales slightly earlier. It is always advisable to buy your tickets early in the day to avoid any last-minute issues.