The journey of 99.9 Voice FM began in 1982 when a passionate group of Ballarat locals formed the Ballarat Community FM Radio Co-operative. Operating under the call sign 3BBB-FM, the station was born from a desire to provide a genuine alternative to commercial airwaves and a platform for voices often ignored by mainstream media. After years of experimental broadcasts and volunteer dedication, the station officially secured its full-time licence on 1 May 1986. The landmark moment occurred at 7:00 AM when the first official broadcast launched from its original studios, marking the start of over four decades of independent, volunteer-powered radio for the Ballarat community.