How to Play Saturday Lotto
Australia's favourite Saturday night tradition
About Saturday Lotto
Saturday Lotto is Australia's original and most beloved national lottery game, drawing every Saturday night at 8:30 PM AEST. Known by different names across the country — TattsLotto in Victoria and Tasmania, Gold Lotto in Queensland, X Lotto in South Australia, and Saturday Lotto in NSW, ACT, and WA — it is the one game that unites the entire nation every weekend. With a guaranteed minimum Division 1 prize pool of $4 million every week and regular Superdraws worth up to $20 million and Megadraws up to $30 million, Saturday Lotto has been making Australians' dreams come true since 1972.
How to Play
Saturday Lotto uses a simple 6/45 format. Choose 6 numbers from 1 to 45 per game panel, or select a QuickPick for a random combination. Each game costs $0.75, making it one of the most affordable lottery games in Australia. In the draw, 6 winning numbers and 2 supplementary numbers are drawn from a barrel containing 45 balls. To win Division 1, match all 6 winning numbers. Supplementary numbers are used for Divisions 2 through 5. Tickets can be purchased at any authorised lottery retailer, online through The Lott, or via the official mobile app up until approximately 7:25 PM AEST on draw night.
Number Selection
- Select 6 main numbers from 1 to 45
- 2 supplementary numbers are drawn automatically
Odds and Prize Divisions
Saturday Lotto has 6 prize divisions. The Division 1 odds (matching all 6 numbers) are 1 in 8,145,060. Division 2 (5 numbers + 1 supplementary) is 1 in 678,755. Division 3 (5 numbers) is 1 in 36,689. Division 4 (4 numbers) is 1 in 733. Division 5 (3 numbers + 1 supplementary) is 1 in 297. The overall odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 85. The guaranteed Division 1 prize pool is $4 million every Saturday, but Superdraws boost this to $20 million and Megadraws to $30 million, typically held several times per year.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Division 1 Odds | 1 in 8,145,060 |
| Prize Divisions | 6 |
| Starting Jackpot | $4 Million |
Tips for Playing Saturday Lotto
Saturday Lotto offers the best odds of any major Australian jackpot game at 1 in 8,145,060 for Division 1. This makes it a popular choice for regular players who want the best chance at a big win. Consider entering Superdraws and Megadraws when they occur, as the elevated prize pools offer significantly better value. System entries allow you to play more number combinations per game, increasing your chances proportionally. Check our Hot & Cold Numbers analysis for Saturday Lotto to see frequency patterns, and remember to always verify your results against the official source at thelott.com.
Where to Buy Saturday Lotto Tickets
Saturday Lotto tickets are available at authorised lottery outlets across Australia, including newsagents and selected retail stores. You can also purchase tickets online through The Lott official website (thelott.com) or via The Lott mobile app. Ticket sales typically close at approximately 7:25 PM AEST on draw nights. For online purchases, you will need to create a free account and be a resident of Australia.
Claiming Saturday Lotto Prizes
Prize claiming procedures vary by state and prize amount. Prizes up to $1,500 can be claimed at any lottery outlet. Larger prizes may need to be claimed at a lottery office or through a bank transfer. If you purchased your ticket online through The Lott, prizes up to $1,500 are automatically deposited into your account. Larger prizes will require identity verification. You typically have up to 6 years from the draw date to claim your prize, depending on the state.