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Housie Number Caller

Draw numbers 1–90 for RSL clubs, school fetes, and community nights.

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What is the Housie caller?

This Housie caller draws numbers randomly from 1 to 90 and displays them one at a time — replicating the job of a live Housie caller without the need for a physical ball cage or barrel. Each number is logged automatically so players can verify their tickets and hosts can settle disputes without relying on memory.

Housie is the Australian and New Zealand name for the game known in the UK as 90-ball bingo and in South Asia as Tambola. It has been played at RSL clubs, community halls, school fetes, and sports club nights across Australia and NZ for generations. The format is straightforward — 15 numbers on a 3×9 ticket, numbers called from 1 to 90, with prizes for one line, two lines, and the full house.

The caller saves your session automatically after every draw. If you lose your internet connection or accidentally close the browser mid-game, a resume prompt restores everything when you return — the last number called, the full call history, and your game timer.

How to use this caller

  1. Open on any device

    The caller runs in your browser — no download or account needed. Works on a laptop, tablet, or phone.

  2. Draw a number

    Click "Call next number" or press the spacebar to draw each number at random.

  3. Players mark their cards

    Players dab or cross off matching numbers on their printed or digital cards.

  4. Announce the winning pattern first

    Before the first draw, tell players what pattern wins — line, diagonal, four corners, or full house.

  5. Verify a winner

    Use the call history to confirm every number on a winning card was actually drawn in the session.

  6. Reset and go again

    Hit Reset to start a fresh round with a new shuffle. No page reload needed.

Who uses the Housie caller?

RSL clubs and community hall hosts

Replace the traditional barrel and call numbers directly from a laptop or tablet. Project the caller onto a screen so the whole room can see. The call history panel gives you a record of every number drawn for dispute resolution.

School fete and fundraiser organizers

Run a professional-looking Housie night without any physical equipment. Generate and print tickets with our Housie card generator, then use this caller to run the draw. Works for 20 players or 200.

Sports clubs and social leagues

Football clubs, cricket clubs, bowls clubs, and social groups across Australia and NZ use Housie as a regular fundraiser. This caller handles the draw so the host can focus on the room and the prizes.

Community and charity organizations

Churches, charities, and neighborhood organizations use Housie nights as an accessible fundraiser. The three-prize format — one line, two lines, full house — keeps energy high and gives more players a chance to win each round.

Family and social gatherings

Housie works at any size gathering. Open the caller on a phone or laptop, cast it to a TV, hand out printed tickets, and the game runs itself. No prior experience needed to host.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I call a Housie game with this caller?
Click Generate Next to draw the first number and announce it to your players. Continue drawing one number at a time. Pause after each prize claim — one line first, then two lines, then full house — to verify the winning ticket before continuing. The call history panel shows every number drawn so you can check any ticket at any point.
Is this the same as a 90-ball bingo caller?
Yes — Housie and 90-ball bingo are the same game. This caller draws from 1 to 90 and works identically for any format called Housie, 90-ball bingo, or Tambola. Only the name differs by region.
How do I verify a winning ticket?
When a player calls "Housie!" or "Line!", check their ticket against the call history panel on the left side of the caller. The history shows every number drawn in order, with the most recent at the top. If the player's marked numbers all appear in the history, the claim is valid.
Can I use fullscreen mode for a hall or club night?
Yes — click the Fullscreen button in the control panel. The caller fills the entire screen with a large current number display and call history, ideal for projecting onto a wall or large TV. Press Escape to exit fullscreen at any time.
Will my game save if I refresh the page?
Yes. The caller saves your game automatically after every draw. When you return or refresh, a resume prompt appears offering to restore the last number called and full call history so you can continue exactly where you left off.
Where can I get Housie tickets to use with this caller?
Use our free Housie card generator to print up to 200 unique tickets. Each ticket has the correct 3×9 layout with 15 numbers and blank spaces. Download as a PDF, print, and hand out before starting the game.