Our Journey: Written in the Stars

How Southern Cross Lotto Became Australia's Guiding Light

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Southern Cross Lotto

Born beneath the starry skies of the Australian outback, Southern Cross Lotto began as a small community initiative in Broken Hill. Today, we're proud to be the nation's most astronomically-inspired lottery, having created 287 overnight millionaires while donating $18 million to regional schools.

What sets us apart? Our patented "Starlight Draw System" features genuine meteorite fragments in our mixing chamber, while our constellation-shaped draw machine is a marvel of Australian engineering. Each Friday's draw is broadcast live at sunset from our Red Centre observatory, complete with Aboriginal star lore storytelling.

Our brightest moments:

  • • 2022's $60M "Galactic Jackpot" record
  • • Funding 36 regional STEM centers
  • • Introducing Australia's first braille lottery terminals
  • • Pioneering carbon-neutral lottery operations

Security shines as bright as our namesake constellation:

  • • Astrophysicist-verified random number generation
  • • 24/7 monitored draw facility near Coober Pedy
  • • Independent audits by SA Gaming Commission
  • • Blockchain-secured ticket verification

Beyond prizes, we illuminate lives through our "Stargazers Club" where winners receive financial guidance and exclusive access to Australia's premier astronomical observatories.

As we approach our second decade, Southern Cross Lotto remains committed to delivering cosmic-sized wins while honoring our celestial inspiration and supporting the next generation of Australian stargazers.

Responsible Gambling

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Southern Cross Lotto is licensed by the Australian Government Department and is subject to local laws and regulations of the Australian Gambling Commission. We are committed to responsible gaming.

OOperated by The Australian Group Limited. The Southern Cross Lotto logo is a registered trademark of The Australian Group Limited. All rights reserved. Gambling is prohibited for persons under 18 years of age.

Gambling is prohibited for persons under 18 years of age.