$100 million Powerball prize claimed in full by woman from Ballina, says it’s ‘a sign’ from late family member

Key points

• A woman from Ballina in NSW's Northern Rivers has won the entire $100 million Powerball prize, making her the country's third-largest lottery winner. She said she was with her family when she received the call and was in shock.
• She said she bought a ticket because many relatives had entered the draw. She plans to pay off her mortgage and help family members.
• The winning numbers from draw 1587 included 16 as the Powerball. Twelve other players won $172,306.45 each from division two.