Lucky shopper unlocks EV grand prize with right key
WITH her fortune in somebody else's hands, Kedah resident Ng Yik Chin could only look on and hope.
It was the prize presentation ceremony of Aman Central's 9th Amazing Year lucky draw and a brand new MG4 electric vehicle was on the line.
After a dice roll, fellow finalist Syafiqah Musa, had first dibs on two identical key fobs – only one would unlock the metallic red hatchback worth RM112,000.
With scores of shoppers watching on at the mall in Alor Setar, the human resources and admin assistant made her selection.
She pressed her chosen key fob but nothing happened.
Pawn shop manager Ng was immediately overcome with joy.
She pressed the remaining key fob and the car's lights activated, confirming her as its new owner.
'I cannot believe it. I thought my chance had gone. I've been joining the contest for many years hoping to get lucky, and finally did.
'This year I submitted three or four entries. I shop here quite often, mostly for children's clothes,' said Ng during the ceremony.
She received her grand prize from Kedah human resources, Chinese, Indian and Siamese affairs and non-governmental organisations committee chairman Wong Chia Zhen, the guest of honour.
Also present were Belleview Group director Grace Ho and Aman Central assistant general manager of marketing communications Ken Chin.
After brushing confetti off her hair, Ng wasted no time in checking out her first-ever electric vehicle.
The mother-of-two is currently expecting her third child.
'It's more spacious than my current car and will be more convenient to take the family around. It's been a blessed year,' she added.
Syafiqah, a tad crestfallen, had to console herself with the second prize of a Goodnite Signature - Love Series IV mattress worth RM5,999.
Other winners walked away with various prizes with a combined value exceeding RM21,000.
The campaign ran from October 2024 till February this year. From the hundreds of entries, 80 were shortlisted.
Each finalist was allocated numbered ping pong balls.
Matching balls were also placed in a 'gashapon' or capsule toy machine and then drawn for the prizes in ascending order.
Prizes were also awarded for a separate Top Spenders' campaign.
Yeoh Kok Hooi, Nur Khairin Kamil and Lim Fooi Chooi received Swarovski crystal home decor pieces totalling RM4,378 in value.
Chin said the occasion was not just an incredible milestone but also a heartfelt thank you to shoppers, tenants and business partners.
'Aman Central continues to be a cornerstone of Kedah's retail landscape and we remain committed to bringing innovative experiences and rewarding events to the community.
'Since opening our doors, the vibrant retail mix and strategic location have made us a key lifestyle hub attracting millions of visitors annually.
'This also contributed to the state's growing tourism appeal,' he highlighted in his speech.
Wong commended the mall for giving back to the community through rewarding campaigns like this.
Also present were Belleview Group leasing assistant general manager Brian Ho, Aman Central operations manager Gan Poh Hin and Auto Gallery Cartrade Sdn Bhd advisor Hayazi Abdul Halim.
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