The 1946 Australian Championships was a tennis tournament that took place on outdoor grass courts at the Memorial Drive, Adelaide, Australia from 19 January to 29 January. It was the 34th edition of the Australian Championships, the 8th held in Adelaide, and the first Grand Slam tournament of the year. It was also the first edition of the championship after a five-year hiatus due to World War II. The singles titles were won by Australians John Bromwich and Nancye Wynne Bolton. Australian Open 1946: January 19–29, 1946 at Memorial Drive. Men's singles: John Bromwich — 2nd major title. Women's singles: Nancye Wynne Bolton — 3rd major title. Wiki link