[Donunder]

Yep, it's a weird old situation down there that's for sure, and not being fully aware of the politics that led to this unfortunate fracturing of your ranks, I probably shouldn't comment. But truly, such a thing in Queensland would be totally inconceivable.
At the first sign of any friction our new slimline President Woz would be in there cajolling, embarassing, and yes abusing the crap out of the warring parties (in the nicest possible way of course) until everyone had realised the error of their ways and shook hands over a Bundy or three. It's called Queensland diplomacy, and Woz is a champion practitioner of the art.
If you want to see how a fantastic club is managed, come up to one of our monthly breakfasts at glorious Sanctuary Cove. You'll need a thick skin, but you'll be made to feel very very welcome, and you'll go away with a smile from ear to ear.