ABC Ballarat is one of the newest stations in the network, opened on 30 June 2003.

[1] The station is the largest regional ABC station in Victoria and is home to a team of broadcasters, journalists, program-makers and online producers, providing news, programs and online content primarily about serves Ballarat, Ararat and Daylesford, as well as parts of south-west Victoria including Hamilton, Port Fairy, and Warrnambool through ABC South West Victoria.

[1] Starting with a staff of just nine in 2003, ABC Ballarat now has a total of 16 full-time employees.

A breakfast program is presented by Steve Martin from 6.15 am to 10.00 am weekdays.

[1] A mornings program is presented by Gavin McGrath from 10.00 am to 11.00 am weekdays.