The Lower Excise Fuel and Beer Party was a minor

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n political party registered on 17 September 2001. It was deregistered by the

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on 19 December 2005. The party fielded several candidates in the

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and 2004 federal elections. Its main policies included repealing the Goods and Services Tax and lowering the excise on fuel and beer prices. Many of its policies were centre-left. It was founded by David O'Loughlin, a

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resident.

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