What’s happening?
A jackpot worth $74,809 has gone unclaimed for more than a month in Mackay. The winning ticket was purchased at Magpies Sporting Club in Glenella. The prize came from Keno Classic 8 Spot jackpot, drawn on 18 August 2025.
Adding to the excitement, another player picked up $44,383.90 from a Keno entry sold at the same venue on 14 September.
Why it matters
The prize remains unclaimed, and the winner may still be unaware of their windfall. Keno officials are urging players to check their tickets before it’s too late.
Local impact
Magpies Sporting Club gaming manager Sarah Smith said the community has embraced the news. “It’s always such a thrill! We had a feeling another big Keno win was on the horizon, and we couldn’t be happier that it’s happened here at Magpies,” Ms Smith said
“There’s always a wonderful sense of community pride when one of our own players wins big, and we’re sure everyone will be joining in to congratulate the mystery winner.”
By the numbers
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$74,809 – the unclaimed jackpot prize from 18 August.
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$44,383.90 – the second jackpot sold at the same club on 14 September.
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76 million – total Keno wins celebrated across eastern states in FY25, worth $1.2 billion.
Zoom in
Keno spokesperson Anna Hobdell said the ticket may still be sitting forgotten in a drawer or handbag. “Winning tickets have been found in all sorts of places. Be sure to check your handbag, car glove box, your bedside table and anywhere else the Keno ticket may be hiding,” Ms Hobdell said.
Zoom out
Across the eastern states, Keno crowned 20 millionaires and multi-millionaires in FY25, sharing more than $57.9 million. While most major wins were in New South Wales and the ACT, the Mackay prize highlights that regional players are in the mix too.
What to look for next
Keno is still searching for the Mackay mystery winner. Locals who bought a ticket at Magpies Sporting Club in August are urged to check carefully, the life-changing prize could still be waiting. Could this be you?
