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Treasurer downplays chance of cost-of-living relief amid surging debt

04 Oct 2026, 00:46 UTC · 1 source
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🚨 CHALMERS SIGNALS TIGHTER BUDGET Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the government is looking to "tighten" the budget as borrowing costs boom. It seems unlikely households will get cost-of-living relief this year. Source: ABC Australia #Treasurer #debt

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