The men's Australian Open, an event played frequently by Bendigo professionals Andrew Martin and Lucas Herbert, will not be held for the second consecutive year.

In addition, the women's Open has also been cancelled.

"The decision has not been made lightly but we believe it to be the right outcome under the current circumstances," Golf Australia chief executive James Sutherland said.

"The international element means shifting quarantine and travel restrictions wreak havoc on planning and, with our marquee players living abroad, the challenge is even greater.

"The pressure and risk on host venues and organisers is also high - these are small businesses who have already faced huge disruption due to the pandemic."

The plan is to hold the events in late 2022, with the men's event scheduled to be held at Victoria Golf Club in Melbourne.

Looking ahead to early next year, Golf Australia's intention is to host the Victorian Open at 13^th Beach in early February.

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