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Alex Mitchell and Dominic Giannini

Energy rebates ruled out as bills to surge

The federal government has ruled out energy rebates for struggling Australians amid soaring prices. (Russell Freeman/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Energy rebates for struggling Australians have been ruled out despite a bleak budget outlook.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers argues cash handouts would only lead to long-term pain by feeding the beast that is inflation.

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