I've had experience in all kinds of car clubs for the last 5+ years, and seen many of them go down the toilet (and I don't mean just shut down) due to silly things like this. A lot of people feel left out when an even like this happens, and when people get told they can't front up for a group shot just cos they're not a member.....
*sigh* I digress.
There's nothing wrong with including EVERYONE that makes the club what it is today, and so what if Rick (the almighty god-kisses-my-shoes photographer) says he won't do a group shot?
It's all about promoting a healthy/community based club, denying people an opportunity to partake in events like this doesn't help.
As the committee you all should have raised a thread seeking the general member consensus, before setting a date, and going ahead straight away. The committee, whether they like it or not should represent EVERY SAU forum user in WA, not just the 20+ who have a membership card.
I guess that's the difference with a club like RICE, compared to SAU....
There. I've said my 2c.