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Andrew Brown, Tess Ikonomou and Jacob Shteyman

MYSTERIOUS: Ev tax rebate loses power as costs overload scheme | Mind Blowing Facts

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the upcoming federal budget will focus on fighting inflation. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

The treasurer has played down reports all taxpayers could receive a one-off investment in the upcoming budget, as the Reserve Bank warns against a cash splash for households.

With one week until Jim Chalmers hands down his fifth budget, speculation has emerged every person who earns a salary and pays tax will receive an earned income offset of between $200 and $300.

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