Powerball Strike
One of New Zealand’s most recognised lottery formats. Match selected numbers to take part in draws with large cash prize pools, starting from $5 million.
Powerball Strike Overview
Powerball Strike is a well-known New Zealand lottery option that combines two game formats on a single ticket. By participating, players take part in both the main Powerball draw and the Strike game, increasing the range of possible outcomes.
Official draws take place every Wednesday and Saturday evening at 7:30 PM NZT. Initial prize pools begin at $5 million and may increase if no winning entry is recorded.
Large Prize Pools
High-value jackpots are available, beginning at several million dollars and growing when prizes are not claimed.
Regular Draws
Scheduled twice each week, allowing participants to enter multiple draws within the same week.
Combined Format
One ticket covers both Powerball and Strike, offering two distinct result calculations per entry.
How Powerball Strike Works
Participation in Powerball Strike follows a clear process. Review the steps below to understand how to enter each draw.
Select Your Numbers
Choose 6 main numbers from 1 to 40, then select 1 Powerball number from 1 to 10. For Strike, pick 4 numbers from 1 to 40 in the exact order.
Complete Your Entry
Tickets can be purchased online or through licensed retailers across New Zealand. Standard entry pricing starts from $1.40 per line.
Follow the Draw
Draws are conducted live on Wednesday and Saturday evenings. Results are published shortly after on the official platform.
View Results
Compare your selected numbers with the official results. Prizes are allocated based on matched combinations.
Scheduled Draw Dates
Take Part in Powerball Strike
Register an account to participate in upcoming Powerball Strike draws. Entry is available to eligible New Zealand residents aged 18 and over.