The sole winner of Powerball's $60 million jackpot has been identified as a Sydney woman aged in her 20s who thought a prank was being played when she answered the phone call revealing her instant fortune. 9News
"I'm trying to compose myself. I feel like this has to be some kind of joke.
The Lott said that the woman was surrounded by family members when she was called, and told them she has plans for spending the $60 million.
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