Assistance for renters and an increase to welfare support for jobseekers, university students and apprentices will be at the heart of the government's $14.6 billion cost of living package in the federal budget.

Nine News can reveal the Albanese government's second budget will increase the rate of JobSeeker, which is currently around $50 a day.

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The new figure will be unveiled by Treasurer Jim Chalmers tonight and he'll also confirm whether the increase is targeted to certain age groups, or will be across the board.

Austudy payments for apprentices and Youth Allowance for university students will also rise.

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The treasurer claims the measures will ease cost of living pressures without making inflation worse.

He's also flagged further cost-of-living relief will be revealed in his budget address.

Chalmers is looking to become the first treasurer in 15 years to post a surplus. He will also announce gross debt is predicted to peak five years earlier than expected.

You can follow all the key federal budget announcements from 7.30pm tonight, with our extensive coverage at 9news.com.au.

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A police van has rolled into its roof after colliding with a Honda Accord in Sydney's south-west.

Officers were responding to an urgent call when the crash occurred at the intersection of Bernera and Kurrajong roads at Prestons just before midday.

"Two officers, the male driver and female passenger, were treated at the scene for minor cuts and bruises when their vehicle rolled," NSW Police said in a statement.

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"The female driver – and only occupant – of the sedan was taken to Liverpool Hospital to be checked as a precaution."

Locals told 9News it was a frequent spot for accidents.

Investigations into the crash are continuing.

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