A pair of 65-year-old twin brothers from Albany in Western Australia's south have beaten extraordinary odds by claiming a second major lottery prize in less than two years, this time splitting a $1 million Millionaire Medley win that has left their community buzzing.
Second stroke of luck for Albany twins
The brothers' latest windfall follows a Set for Life victory in February 2025, which netted them $200,000 upfront plus $20,000 per month for 20 years. That earlier prize was used to purchase their sister's home. Now, with another seven-figure sum between them, the pair say their financial future is firmly secured.
Remarkably, both winning tickets were purchased at the same Albany store — Clarks Newsagency — making the coincidence all the more striking.
For those curious about other major lotto jackpots on offer around Australia, the timing of this win is a timely reminder that lightning can, on occasion, strike twice.
Plans for the prize money
The brothers, who both worked in physically demanding roles throughout their careers, say they intend to use the new windfall to pay off the home they purchased after their first win — and then hit the open road.
"We're set now," one of the brothers said. "We've worked physically demanding jobs our whole lives but now we can relax a bit more, pay the house off and then we both want to get caravans so we can travel around Australia together."
Community reaction and newsagency buzz
The double win has generated considerable excitement locally, with Clarks Newsagency reporting a noticeable uptick in foot traffic. A spokesperson for the store said the wins were drawing in customers who would normally purchase tickets online, with the broader community reacting warmly to the brothers' good fortune.
"Generally people are excited and surprised about the second win — most people say good luck to them," the spokesperson said, adding that the already-busy shop expected trade to increase further.
Lotterywest calls it remarkable
A Lotterywest spokesperson described the double win as a genuinely rare occurrence, noting it was unusual to welcome the same players back into the winner's room for a second major prize.
"Winning a major prize is a memorable moment for any player, but to experience two significant wins within such a short period is remarkable," the spokesperson said. "It's wonderful to see these brothers using their prizes to secure their future and enjoy retirement together."
The brothers' story stands as one of the most unlikely lottery sequences seen in Australia in recent years, with their combined prizes now amounting to well over $1 million in cash and ongoing monthly payments.
