The Working Kelpie Council was formed in 1965, although the need for such an organisation had been discussed continuously during the previous decade. With the natural loss of the men who have successfully brought the breed through to modern times, it was felt that unless something was done the reputation of the pure-bred Working Kelpie would be affected and the existing background pedigrees tracing to the foundation would be lost. The Working Kelpie Council was formed to counteract the buyer resistance to the registered show (pure-bred) Kelpie and to ensure the future of the breed as a working sheepdog for all time.
As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations, Founding Members attended a Special Dinner and Award Presentation that was held after the annual AGM. 28 March 2015.
