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West Australian
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Lotto: One lucky Aussie wins entire $30 million jackpot in Powerball draw
One Aussie's life changed forever on Thursday evening after they won the eye-watering $30 million Powerball prize. The entire $30,628,398.22 division one amount went to one extremely lucky player. The winning numbers were 2, 25, 6, 4, 31, 34, 19 and the Powerball number was 20. The multimillionaire winner was not from WA, residing elsewhere in the country. Unfortunately, West Aussies weren't too fruitful in division two either; there were 21 winners, each scoring $26,947.75, but they were all from elsewhere in the country. In division three, seven West Aussies won a handy $12,563.50, not to be sniffed at. Perth Now has recently revealed the luckiest Saturday Lotto numbers of the last forty years which may be helpful for any players hedging their bets on Saturday's $30 million mega draw. Many players use Playslips to select their preferred numbers, but most often, it's randomly generated figures at the point of sale that result in Division One wins. In May, a Warnbro couple planned an 'extra luxurious haircut for their beloved dog' after bagging a $1.2 million Saturday Lotto pay day from just a $6.65 Playslip.
Perth Now
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
One lucky Aussie wins entire $30 million jackpot
One Aussie's life changed forever on Thursday evening after they won the eye-watering $30 million Powerball prize. The entire $30,628,398.22 division one amount went to one extremely lucky player. The winning numbers were 2, 25, 6, 4, 31, 34, 19 and the Powerball number was 20. The multimillionaire winner was not from WA, residing elsewhere in the country. Unfortunately, West Aussies weren't too fruitful in division two either; there were 21 winners, each scoring $26,947.75, but they were all from elsewhere in the country. In division three, seven West Aussies won a handy $12,563.50, not to be sniffed at. Perth Now has recently revealed the luckiest Saturday Lotto numbers of the last forty years which may be helpful for any players hedging their bets on Saturday's $30 million mega draw. Many players use Playslips to select their preferred numbers, but most often, it's randomly generated figures at the point of sale that result in Division One wins. In May, a Warnbro couple planned an 'extra luxurious haircut for their beloved dog' after bagging a $1.2 million Saturday Lotto pay day from just a $6.65 Playslip.
Perth Now
11 hours ago
- Climate
- Perth Now
South Perth reacts to video of foreshore ripped up by storm
South Perth residents have used a video on social media showing the horrific damage last night's storm had on parts of the foreshore to react to a council decision to remove trees. PerthNow recently reported the City of South Perth approved the removal of six juvenile trees that claimed to be blocking 'million-dollar views' of the Perth CBD at Lake Douglas. The trees that will be removed by the city. Credit: City of South Perth In an ironic turn of events, last night's storm ripped through the city and videos of the damage began to circulate online. One particular video posted on The Bell Tower Times' Instagram showed damage to the foreshore just outside The Boatshed Restaurant in South Perth. The video, which has more than 100 comments, showed the foreshore line ripped up and flooded, with some commentators suggesting that having trees planted would have prevented this damage. 'I hope Cr Nic Coveney's 6 trees are OK!' one commentator said. 'It's almost as though South Perth needs more trees along the foreshore.' another added. 'Done any damage to the view?' said another. Some commentators described the scenes as a 'new water theme park' and how the 'water feature should improve the view'. 'If only there were more trees on the foreshore to absorb the water ... oh wait.' one commentator joked. 'That is some serious erosion, wow.' another added. Cr Coveney told PerthNow he 'strongly supports urban greening' and has 'advocated for more trees on the foreshore and backed over $2.5 million in funding for related initiatives this financial year'. The city has a management plan for the South Perth foreshore which aims to protect and enhance vegetation, restore water quality and develop and maintain suitable habitats for fauna. It also aims to preserve vistas to the city and the Swan River.
NZ Herald
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
Faith Ward becomes first-ever New Zealander to make Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders
After making it through the first trials in June, Ward told Perth Now: 'No matter the outcome, it'll be amazing to be part of the experience, and making it this far is already just incredible.' This week she shared on her fast-growing social media platforms that she had been selected, posting emotional videos showing family and friends her new uniform: 'telling people I got my dream job'. Born with double-jointed hips, Ward moved to Australia when she was 10 and began working as a professional dancer at 18, performing on cruise ships, Perth Now reported. The iconic cheerleaders in their white hot-pants, cowboy boots and dazzling blue crop top have been performing at Dallas Cowboys games since 1961. They became world famous when the Netflix docuseries America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders came out last year, shining a light on what goes on behind the scenes. The series showed the torturous toll the routines take on the women's bodies (they jump from the air and land on the ground in the splits) – with injured necks, backs, hips and surgeries not uncommon. It exposed the long hours of work for little pay – reportedly as little as US$400 ($672) a game – and the objectification of the women. However, the series also captured the pride of making the grade and the impressive physical skills required. Season 2 of the show dropped on Netflix in June. There's no word yet of season 3, which will be the one featuring Ward. The cheerleaders have just entered training camp before the NFL season. The first home pre-season game for the Cowboys is set for August 17, before their season officially kicks off at their home turf in Arlington, Texas on September 15. Ward is the first New Zealander to make the squad, but two Australians are among the esteemed alumni – Angela Nicotera Brown and Jinelle Esther. - RNZ
Otago Daily Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
First ever Kiwi makes Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders squad
Wellington-born dancer Faith Ward has been named in the world-famous Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC) squad - the first time a New Zealander has made the crew. The 22-year-old, who lives in Perth and goes by the nickname Flexi Faith, was announced as one of six rookies that will join the team of 36 who will perform in this season of the NFL. Thousands of women audition to make the squad each season, with very few spots to fill with fresh faces, or rookies as they are called. Ward's audition began with sending through dance videos and photos and learning specific choreography before being flown to Texas. After making it through the first trials in June, Ward told Perth Now: 'No matter the outcome, it'll be amazing to be part of the experience, and making it this far is already just incredible". This week she shared on her fast-growing social media platforms that she had been selected, posting emotional videos showing family and friends her new uniform: "telling people I got my dream job". Born with double-jointed hips, Ward moved to Australia when she was 10 and began working as a professional dancer at 18, performing on cruise ships, Perth Now reported. The iconic cheerleaders in their white-hot pants, cowboy boots and dazzling blue crop top have been performing at Dallas Cowboys' games since 1961. They became world famous when the Netflix docuseries America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders came out last year, shining a light on what goes on behind the scenes. The series showed the torturous toll the routines take on the womens' bodies (they jump from the air and land on the ground in the splits) - with injured necks, backs, hips and surgeries not uncommon. It exposed the long hours of work for little pay (reportedly as little as US$400 a game) and the objectification of the women. However, the series also captured the pride of making the grade and the impressive physical skills required. Season 2 of the show dropped on Netflix in June. There's no word yet of season 3, which will be the one featuring Ward. The cheerleaders have just entered training camp ahead of the NFL season. The first home pre-season game for the Cowboys is set for 17 August before their season officially kicks off at their home turf in Arlington, Texas on 15 September. Ward is the first New Zealander to make the squad, but two Australians are among the esteemed alumni - Angela Nicotera Brown and Jinelle Esther.
