And it's just the start of a massive month of sport across the region with events including the Ballarat Gift and the time-honoured Head of Lake Regatta all to come within the next few weeks, a welcome return to action after months without live sport.

For one young rider, this week's Road Nationals - which will run from Wednesday to Sunday - is almost a homecoming.

Multiple national champion Sarah Gigante is a confirmed starter in events this week, set to headline an outstanding field of Australian riders in the elite divisions.

Incredibly the 20-year-old from has already won eight titles at the championships in the Ballarat CBD, and in and around Buninyong over the past three years.

Gigante said the success she had enjoyed made her feel like she had a home ground advantage in the nationals.

"It helps even more so when my aunt and uncle live on the Buninyong hill where we contest the road race," she said. "I just love coming back every year. I have just had an absolute blast here at Buninyong and Ballarat. It's my favourite race."

This week's championships will feature elite, under 23, under 19, para-cycling, masters, club and intellectual impairment categories and spectators will be allowed along the courses.

However, the numbers permitted in certain areas will be reviewed in order to adhere to social distancing requirements. Viewing sections will be open on a first-in, best-dressed basis.

A new live site at Federation University will provide an opportunity for spectators to enjoy the race on the big screen and be close to the action to see the riders tackle the high speed and technical part of the course.

AusCycling has also announced the elite road races will feature an enhanced broadcast agreement, including domestic coverage on SBS and FoxSports Australia.

For the first time it will feature an international broadcast coverage through the Global Cycling Network.