55 Millon $ Power Ball

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  1. MTR

    MTR Well-Known Member

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    Like this story, 21 public servants from QLD, Department of Education won the big one, 55 million. (part of a syndicate)
    Apparently some were not aware of this when they rocked up for work.

    That's 2.6M each.

    The question is, will they give up their day job? LOL



    Public servants win $55 million lotto
     
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  2. Gockie

    Gockie Life is good ☺️ Premium Member

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    Hooray! That's akin to inheriting a house in an above average area of Sydney. Good win.
     
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    My work had a syndicate entry for this one as well, and I wasn't in the office on Thursday so missed out (wouldn't have entered anyway). Imagine being the guy/girl who works with these people and missed out!
     
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    Some have already said they will retire. And why not? Ages of winners said to range from 20s to 60.

    $2.6m will provide a very comfortable retirement even if invested conservatively.
    Marg
     
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    With a family to support 2.6 m may not be enough to reitire. Semi retirement would be more likely.

    That sort of money would certainly make life more comfortable.
     
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    Never understood why the government doesn't tax lotto winnings. They could slam you for 50% and no one would argue.
     
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    Scott No Mates Well-Known Member

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    I would - it's not income. But I'd also complain about losing my social security benefits due to the assets test ;)
     
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    No problems, but I'll be claiming the cost of any lotto tickets I buy in my tax return.
     
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    When i get back to work i will hear all the stories. I work in a dept that has quite a bit to do with DET.
     
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    oh yes, share the goss please
     
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