Winner The Lotto Powerball jackpot and what you would do with the money is chat around office tables and kitchens all week.
Once the jackpot reaches $50 million it cannot tip, so if there is no Powerball winner this Saturday, the prize pool will go to the highest division with the winners.
If hit with a ticket it will be the biggest winner in New Zealand history.
So what would you do with a 50 million dollars that make you dream and make your eyes water? (After paying off your debts and getting good financial advice, of course).
The House
With $50 million in the bank, you suddenly find yourself in the market for landscaped luxury with sea views.
High Real estate agent Graham Wall's choice is 27 Marine Parade, on the Herne Bay seafront.
This Grand Fearon Hay House Just Completed Will Get You $40 Million Of Your Winnings, But You'll Live In Luxury In A 900 Meter Mass Concrete Villa On A Double Section Of 2,688 Meters On The Most Prestigious Street from Herne Bay.
With 5 bedrooms, a guest house, tennis court and pavilion, gym, swimming pool, wine cellar and two media rooms, you'll never have to leave.
If you want to leave a little extra cash in your wallet, Ollie Wall reckons you can't go past 38 Hamilton Road, also in Herne Bay. For approximately $14 million, you will be the new owner of a large, impeccably renovated family estate on 1,246 meters of land.
The magnificent character home has five bedrooms, three living areas, a theater, a wine cellar, a pool house and an ocean view from the master bedroom.
And you'll have money to check more off the wish list.
The car
You can't stop at your new Herne Bay digs in your rundown surroundings, so you'll be looking for a new set of wheels. You missed the ultra-rare 2019 McLaren Senna GTR that was on sale last year for $3.25 million, but here's the next best thing.
The Auckland McLaren team has the McLaren 750S on its wishlist.
It is the latest addition to the McLaren range and is considered the best supercar on the market.
It can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.8 seconds. It's quick and will help you reduce your total by $617,305.00 even faster.
The Bach
If you spend a little less on your main residence, you will be in the market for a vacation home Also.
Nestled in Arran Bay, Waiheke is the quintessential Kiwi bach, nestled amid pristine native bush and surrounded by birds.
Your new holiday home, for sale through Bayleys, is a century-old character home just steps from the sand and sea.
As well as stunning views of Pakatoa, Rotoroa and Ponui Islands, you'll enjoy beach ownership rights, two moorings, your own boathouse and access to a shared jetty.
The property is for sale by negotiation with a OneRoof valuation of approximately $2.6 million.
The boat
Ask anyone at 36 Degrees Brokers what they would buy if they hit the jackpot and all agree it would be the Maritmo S70. Described as “the essence of luxury”, the powerboat features four elegant cabins, including a full-beam master cabin with a sumptuous bathroom.
There are all the comforts of home such as Miele appliances, a wine cooler, an ice maker and the bar offers 360 degree views of the ocean wherever you are. It's a life of luxury that you can take anywhere and will knock $3,999,000 off your total.
Holidays
Travel will be essential for many. So take a private tour of the pyramids in Egypt, see the Northern Lights in Finland, or dip your toes in the bright blue waters of Baa Atoll in the Maldives. The wonders of the world are a little closer with $50 million in your bank account.
If you love relaxing in the sun, Luxury Escapes NZ has the ticket to an all-inclusive overwater villa at Finolhu Resort. The week-long escape for two will net you around $15,000 of your winnings (not including flights) and includes unlimited drinks, four beachfront restaurants, a yoga pavilion and spa treatments in traditional cabanas of Fehi Spa.
The charity
Whatever charity you choose, you can make a difference with your new wealth. It could be helping those waiting for funding to buy 13 much-needed cancer drugs, helping the homeless, curing a disease or starting your own charity.
Help the family
It feels good to help others, so helping a close family member pay off debt, buying your parents a house, and giving the family a few treats is at the top of most people's to-do lists. big winners.
The personal chef
Do you hate cooking but love food? Hire that personal chef.
With a fat wallet, you'll have the funds to hire your own personal shopper and food prep guru. No more wondering what to feed the family night after night. You'll be able to scroll through Instagram for delicious dinners, then have someone buy, prepare, and cook them for you. Appreciate.
Do cool random things
Times are tough for your fellow Kiwis, so doing random, unexpected and understated acts of kindness can make someone's day. It could be paying for someone's groceries, paying for a coffee, or something bigger – with $50 million, the choice is yours.
Kirsty Wynn is an Auckland-based journalist with more than 20 years' experience in New Zealand newsrooms. She has covered everything from crime and social issues to the housing market and consumerism.
