Win $3.4M yourtown — Winner Stories Draw 490 — Australian prize home

Winner Story

The principal prize in yourtown Winner Stories Draw 490 is a Gold Coast property valued at $3.4 million. Ticket sales close on Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 4:38 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time, with the winner determined by random selection of a valid ticket at that time. The draw is conducted under Queensland Charitable Gaming legislation, and yourtown holds the required licence to operate this lottery in support of its charitable objectives. yourtown is a national youth mental health charity that delivers counselling, support services, and crisis intervention to young Australians across multiple states and territories. The organisation's mission centres on early intervention and accessible support for teenagers and young adults facing mental health challenges. All ticket revenue from this draw is directed to yourtown's youth mental health programs, with lottery proceeds funding the expansion of services and support capacity across the country. The Gold Coast represents one of Australia's most established coastal residential markets, spanning from Southport in the north to Coolangatta in the south. The region encompasses beachfront suburbs, hinterland communities, and established residential neighbourhoods, reflecting a diverse property market across multiple price points. A property valued at $3.4 million positions the prize within the upper tier of the local market, reflecting the Gold Coast's appeal to buyers seeking substantial coastal residential assets. Eligibility for this draw is restricted to Australian residents aged 18 years or over at the time of the draw. Winners are responsible for arranging their own independent legal, financial, and tax advice before claiming their prize, as prize home ownership carries tax and financial implications that vary by individual circumstance. Prize home winners should seek professional advice on stamp duty, land tax, council rates, insurance, and capital gains tax implications before settlement, as each winner's tax position depends on individual circumstances, residency status, and state-based property ownership rules. The winner will be notified according to the draw conditions and state Charitable Gaming regulations, with claim periods applying under Queensland legislation. Unclaimed prizes may be subject to forfeiture or redistribution as permitted by law. All ticket holders accept the draw terms and conditions upon purchase, and the draw result is final and binding under the terms published by yourtown and applicable state legislation governing charitable gaming in Queensland. This draw represents a direct funding mechanism for youth mental health services, with every ticket sale contributing to counselling availability, crisis support, and community outreach programs delivered by yourtown across Australia. The organisation operates across multiple states and territories, ensuring that lottery revenue translates into tangible mental health support for young Australians in regional and metropolitan areas. By participating in this draw, ticket holders contribute to expanding access to early intervention services and crisis support for teenagers and young adults facing mental health challenges.