Concerns around rider safety, cancelled races and a protracted, arguably illogical, calendar have triggered a formal review of Australia's domestic road cycling series. 
It's understood a working party convened by Cycling Australia chief executive Nick Green will consider merging some races in a new annual program so there is male and female competition at every instalment of what's presently known as the National Road Series; a competition credited with grooming cyclists including international champion Robbie McEwen. Cyclists have already expressed concerns about conditions at certain NRS races, with complaints ranging from dangerous experiences on road to much broader criticisms of some events overall.
NRS events, meant to be a breeding ground for emerging Australian cycling talent and a pathway to lucrative professional careers abroad, are held all over Australia. But this year's program spans 10 months from   January to   October.