WBBL: Perth Scorchers re-sign batter Maddy Darke and spinner Lilly Mills for next season

Top-order batter Maddy Darke has been retained by Perth Scorchers, despite falling out of favour in Becky Grundy's side last season. 
THEWEST.COM.AU Jul 10

Perth Scorchers quick Mahli Beardman reveals he is battling a stress fracture in his lower back

Perth Scorchers and West Australian pace apprentice Mahli Beardman has revealed he is battling a stress fracture in his back that has left him...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jul 3

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers lock in summer blockbusters as full fixtures revealed

The boss of the Big Bash League has declared Perth Scorchers have the most passionate fans in the country as he locked in the powerhouse club for...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jul 2

Perth school holiday activities: 10 of the best FREE family days out

School holidays can feel like groundhog day when there are long days to fill and whining children to entertain, so here are 10 fabulously fun days...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 30

Men involved in the death of Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey, 15, to be sentenced in the WA Supreme Court

Two men responsible for the death of Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey, 15, and three others involved in a series of events that led to his death will...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 25

Perth parents' shock at alleged paedophile teacher's arrest

Kurt Charlton is alleged to have sexually assaulted young children in his care as a babysitter but parents whose children were taught by the...
THEAGE.COM.AU Jun 24

BBL Draft: Inside the master plan that brought Laurie Evans ‘home' to Perth Scorchers for next season

English middle-order blaster Laurie Evans has taken a pay cut worth at least $160,000 as part of a Perth Scorchers master plan months in the making. 
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 21

Big Bash League: Pakistan legend Babar Azam to make Sydney Sixers debut against Perth Scorchers in Perth

Pakistani superstar Babar Azam will make his Big Bash League debut at Optus Stadium against Perth Scorchers, it has been revealed. 
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 20

WBBL Draft: Perth Scorchers draft England batting all-rounder Paige Scholfield and South African Chloe Tryon

Perth Scorchers have ticked all-rounders off their shopping list at the Women's Big Bash League draft.
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 19

BBL Draft: Perth Scorchers champion Laurie Evans returns to club alongside David Payne in draft coup

Perth Scorchers championship-winner and fan favourite Laurie Evans is returning to the club after he was pinched from them by Melbourne Renegades...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 19

Big Bash League draft: Aaron Finch predicts Laurie Evans will be on the table for Perth Scorchers at draft

Former Australian Twenty20 captain Aaron Finch says Perth Scorchers will be in the game to secure one of their championship-winning imports at...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 18

WBBL: Perth Scorchers coach Becky Grundy reveals what the club will chase in international player draft

Perth Scorchers are in the market for all-rounders at Thursday's international player draft, according to coach Becky Grundy, but they also have...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 18

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers re-sign power hitter Nick Hobson on the eve of international draft

Perth Scorchers power-hitter Nick Hobson has re-signed with the club on a one-year deal, leaving the club with just one domestic list spot...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jun 18

WBBL: Perth Scorchers greats Chloe Piparo and Piepa Cleary hang in the balance ahead of international draft

The Perth Scorchers careers of stalwarts Chloe Piparo and Piepa Cleary hang in the balance ahead of Thursday's international player draft.
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 17

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers would ‘absolutely' look at a return for Laurie Evans if he slides in draft

Perth Scorchers would jump at the chance to bring Big Bash champion and fan favourite Laurie Evans back to the club if he slides in Thursday's...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 17

WBBL: Perth Scorchers sign Katie Mack, one of the league's most experienced batters, for next two seasons

One of the best batters in Women's Big Bash League history as signed for Perth Scorchers in a coup that will shake-up the club's batting order. 
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 17

Big Bash League: Sam Fanning re-signs with Perth Scorchers

Perth Scorchers batter Sam Fanning says he can't wait to resume his partnership with Finn Allen after re-signing with the club that showed faith in...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 16

Big Bash League draft: Perth Scorchers weighing up rare play for international spinner at next week's draft

Perth Scorchers will seriously consider adding a frontline international spinner for just the second time in their history in next week's Big Bash...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jun 13

Perth Scorchers sign West Australian quick Bryce Jackson on one-year deal for Big Bash League

A West Australian breakout quick will be given the chance to press for a Perth Scorchers debut, handed a one-year contract extension after the...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jun 12

Wesley College: Building up in flames at prestigious South Perth school

The Department of Fire and Emergency Services are responding to a fire at Wesley College.
THEWEST.COM.AU May 15

Two men convicted of Cassius Turvey murder

Two men have been convicted of murder over the 2022 death of Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey.
THEAGE.COM.AU May 8

Two men found guilty of murdering Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey

Four people on trial charged with murdering 15-year-old Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey have learnt their fates.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU May 8

Albanese receives rock-star welcome at Perth school

A relaxed PM stopped to chat with mums and dads and take pics with kids at Winthrop Primary school in Perth and was mobbed by school kids.
THEAGE.COM.AU May 1

Sentencing delayed for woman who ran down Perth schoolgirl

A woman who ran down a Perth schoolgirl before fleeing has apologised as her sentencing was delayed.
THEAGE.COM.AU Apr 29

Tahira Shaheen: Willetton schoolgirl hit-and-run driver apologises, court told she has intellectual disability

The mother of a girl who was seriously hurt in a hit-and-run outside a Perth school is angry the driver's sentencing has been held up by a finding...
THEWEST.COM.AU Apr 29

Eight-year-old boy sent to hospital after he was allegedly bashed at Perth school

‘He was tackled to the ground headfirst and he had knees laid into his head, his neck, his back.’
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Apr 8

‘We really love you’: Family plead for help after Australian schoolboy missing for a week

The sister of a missing Perth schoolboy who hasn’t been seen in eight days has made an emotional plea to the public to help find him.
STUFF.CO.NZ Apr 7

‘We really love you': Family plead for help after Perth schoolboy missing for a week

Richard Tu's phone last pinged on the Monday night he vanished, with police mounting a large-scale search near Bedfordale, but coming up empty-handed.
THEAGE.COM.AU Apr 7

Perth school, dad speak as student attacked at shops still in hospital

The school has released a statement, as the distraught father of the teen allegedly coward-punched and head-stomped at a suburban shopping centre...
THEAGE.COM.AU Apr 4

Aurora Australis sets up stunning back drop to Swan River as photographer captures colourful Perth scene

West Australians were treated to an amazing array of lights in the night sky on Wednesday thanks to an Aurora Australis.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Mar 27

Perth Scorchers star Jhye Richardson announces engagement to girlfriend Ashleigh Howat

Perth Scorchers pace ace Jhye Richardson has shared a major milestone with fans.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Mar 19

‘Mayhem’: CCTV shows Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey’s alleged killers minutes after he was attacked

CCTV footage shows four people accused of killing Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey and the “13 minutes of mayhem” that followed his alleged attack.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Mar 14

‘Mayhem': CCTV shows Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey's alleged killers minutes after he was attacked

CCTV footage shows four people accused of killing Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey and the “13 minutes of mayhem” that followed his alleged attack.
THEWEST.COM.AU Mar 14

The frenzied moments after Cassius Turvey's attack

The Supreme Court of Western Australia has released CCTV of the moments after the Perth schoolboy was attacked.
THEAGE.COM.AU Mar 14

Students told to stay home from school as 4200 Perth homes and businesses were still without power

Parents at a Perth school have been told to keep their kids at home on Wednesday and thousands of homes and businesses remain without power more...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Mar 5

Person accused of killing Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey seemed keen to help police, court told

A woman accused of killing Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey had helped police about another matter before the teen was allegedly attacked, a court...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 21

People accused of murdering Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey allegedly snatched and stabbed another boy days before fatal attack

A 15-year old boy who was allegedly stabbed and snatched by a group of 20-somethings accused of killing Cassius Turvey says he was fearful and...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 17

Cassius Turvey: Horror images of an alleged attack before Perth schoolboy was fatally struck: court

Images of an alleged attack before Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey was fatally struck show one of his accused killers with deep cuts to his leg.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 15

Horror images of an alleged attack before Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey was fatally struck: court

Horror images of an alleged attack before Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey was fatally struck show one of the accused killers with cuts to his leg, a...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 15

Witness Tyler Gilmore tells court the accused ‘were getting weapons’ on day Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey was allegedly murdered

The brother of a woman accused of murdering Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey has told a court the group were acting rowdy and gathering weapons on...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 13

Witness Tyler Gilmore tells court the accused ‘were getting weapons' on day Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey was allegedly murdered

The brother of a woman accused of murdering Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey has told a court the group were acting rowdy and gathering weapons on...
THEWEST.COM.AU Feb 13

A teenage love triangle allegedly sparked a series of events that led to alleged murder of Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey

A teenage love triangle allegedly sparked a series of events that led to a 15-year-old boy who had nothing to do with it being killed, a court has...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 12

A man accused of murdering Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey claims the 15yo slashed his leg with a steak knife

A man accused of murdering Perth school Cassius Turvey claims the 15-year old slashed him with a steak knife and denies striking the boy with a...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 11

Court told man who allegedly struck Cassius Turvey fatal blow had been out hunting for schoolkids

A court has been told a man accused of killing a Perth schoolboy had been out hunting schoolkids armed with a metal pole.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 10

Cassius Turvey: Murder trial begins for Perth schoolboy who was allegedly beaten by group of adults

The 15-year-old was walking with a group of friends in Perth’s east when he was attacked.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 10

Murder trial begins for Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey who was allegedly beaten by a group of adults

Four people are on trial over the alleged murder of Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey who died in hospital after he was allegedly beaten by a group of...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Feb 10

Big Bash League: Joel Paris returns to Perth Scorchers in trade deal with Melbourne Stars

West Australian quick Joel Paris is returning to Perth Scorchers from Melbourne Stars after fellow left-arm quick Jason Behrendorff moved to...
THEWEST.COM.AU Feb 4

Jackson Barrett: Perth Scorchers make right calls at right times on players like Jason Behrendorff

Scorchers fans hate to see the club's greats leave for over east, but they have a history of making the right call at the right time when stars hit...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 28

Big Bash League: Retired Perth Scorcher Craig Simmons welcomes Mitch Owen to exclusive club after super ton

Retired Perth Scorcher Craig Simmons has welcomed Big Bash League 14 final hero Mitch Owen to his ultra-exclusive club and cheekily challenged him...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jan 27

Justin Langer: Perth Scorchers' 2023 Big Bash title was a watershed moment for the league

The Perth Scorchers might have missed finals but one of the franchise's most iconic moments was the catalyst for the league's successful overhaul,...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 25

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers Cooper Connolly and Jason Behrendorff named in team of the tournament

Perth Scorchers sensation Cooper Connolly and a superstar teammate have been named in the Big Bash League’s team of the year. 
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jan 23

Mahli Beardman claims first three Big Bash League wickets in Perth Scorchers final game of season

Cowaramup product Mahli Beardman announced his talents on the national stage on Saturday, claiming his first three Big Bash League wickets against...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 22

Big Bash League: Jason Behrendorff and Ashton Turner sign on for Pretoria Capitals in South Africa

Just a day after the Perth Scorchers were given the flick from the Big Bash, star pair Jason Behrendorff and Ashton Turner said goodbye to Perth...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 20

Perth Scorchers list boss Kade Harvey accidentally leaks confidential player contract details on livestream

The Perth Scorchers list boss has accidentally leaked confidential player contract details on a public livestream of a national reserves match.
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 20

Big Bash League: Honours shared among competition's stats leaders

Despite not making the finals, Perth Scorchers finished the home-and-away fixtures with the leading run scorer and wicket taker, while a perennial...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 20

Fans react to Perth Scorchers missing BBL finals as Hobart Hurricanes lose to Melbourne Stars

Scorchers fans were all saying the same thing following a disappointing end to the BBL season that saw them miss finals.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jan 20

Big Bash League: Cooper Connolly headlines list of contenders for Player of the Tournament honour

It's hard to believe, but the Perth Scorchers are the only side who have never had a player crowned BBL Player of the Tournament. Cooper Connolly...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 20

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers fans crushed as finals hopes dashed by melbourne Stars

Perth Scorchers fell agonisingly short of a miracle finals berth when the sixth of six results they needed to go their way booted them from the Big...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 19

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers ejected from finals by Melbourne Stars amid Hobart Hurricanes antics

Perth Scorchers’ fairytale Big Bash League finals lifeline has been extinguished at the final hurdle.
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jan 19

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers spinner Ashton Agar signs three-year deal day before contract deadline

Perth Scorchers have signed spinner Ashton Agar to a three-year deal, just a day before the player contract deadline, but the future of two...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 19

Connolly's 3am wake up reveal

Cooper Connolly helped steer the Perth Scorchers to victory, but he didn't have time to celebrate as a Test debut awaits.
THEAGE.COM.AU Jan 19

Mitchell Johnson: Perth Scorchers should look to refresh squad ahead of next summer

Regardless of the late twist with a string of results falling their way, 4-6 wasn't the outcome the Scorchers would have hoped for, writes Mitchell...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 18

Perth Scorchers take minuscule chance with both hands to somehow keep BBL finals hopes alive

“So you're telling me there's a chance...” That famous line from ‘Dumb And Dumber' has been the catch-cry for the Scorchers all week, and now,...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 18

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers' finals hopes remain alive with stunning win over Adelaide

Perth Scorchers have ensured their finals hopes will go down to the wire and they will sweat on the final game of the Big Bash season to determine...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 18

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers’ finals hopes remain alive with stunning win over Adelaide

Perth Scorchers have ensured their finals hopes will go down to the wire and they will sweat on the final game of the Big Bash season to determine...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jan 18

Melbourne Renegades chasing huge total to do Perth Scorchers a favour and keep their season alive

The Perth Scorchers need Melbourne to beat Brisbane to stay alive in the finals race - but the Renegades are facing a massive chase after two of...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jan 18

Big Bash League: West Australian seamer Cam Gannon signs with high-flying Hobart Hurricanes

Perth Scorchers are relying on Hobart Hurricanes beating Melbourne Stars on Sunday to squeeze into the finals, and the cause will now include West...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 17

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers all-rounder Aaron Hardie not shying away from watching crucial matches

Perth Scorchers star Aaron Hardie isn't shying away from watching other games as the dull pulse of the club's final hopes continues to grow. Now...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 17

Big Bash League: Mitch Marsh ruled out of final Perth Scorchers match of regular season

Mitch Marsh will not play Perth Scorchers' final match of the regular season as he continues to rest after the Test summer. 
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 17

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers star all-rounder Aaron Hardie signs on cusp of player movement period

Perth Scorchers have locked away Aaron Hardie on a three-year deal, just days before he would have become a free agent. 
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jan 17

Big Bash League: The future behind Perth Scorchers' looming list turnover after missing finals

Perth Scorchers are set for one of the biggest list turnovers in club history under new contracting rules, but youngsters Sam Fanning and Mahli...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 16

Big Bash League: The series of events Perth Scorchers need to happen to keep their finals hopes alive

Perth Scorchers have their fingers crossed that an unlikely series of results in other matches this week could keep their hopes of a miracle finals...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 16

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers link up with Perth Wildcats to spread Pride message ahead of final home match

They're two of WA's favourite sporting figures. Now Perth Scorchers great Andrew Tye and Perth Wildcats captain Jesse Wagstaff have come together...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 15

South West pace ace Mahli Beardman makes long-awaited debut for Perth Scorchers

South West pace ace Mahli Beardman made his long-awaited debut for Perth Scorchers in their 61-run loss to Sydney Thunder at ENGIE Stadium on...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 15

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges says there will be player movement in off-season

Coach Adam Voges says there will be player movement for the Perth Scorchers and they weighing up an aggressive off-season after their hopes fizzled...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 14

Big Bash League: Jhye Richardson surgery successful as Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges says it's not ‘ideal'

West Australian paceman Jhye Richardson has had successful surgery on his troublesome shoulder in Melbourne on Monday in a bid to be fit for next...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 14

Big Bash League: Every Perth Scorcher rated as season ended by loss to Sydney Thunder

Perth Scorchers' finals hopes ended with a whimper in Sydney letting a dominant position slip thanks to a shocking batting collapse as we rate...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 13

Big Bash League: Hits and misses as Perth Scorchers produce second Sydney stinker

Perth Scorchers' finals hopes appear to have come to an end with a whimper against Sydney Thunder after a dreadful batting performance couldn't...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 13

Jackson Barrett: Perth Scorchers could never string 40 good overs together in Big Bash League bomb

Good players have done good things for Perth Scorchers this season. But stringing 20 good overs together, let-alone 40, just isn't something they...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 13

Big Bash League: Mahli Beardman's Perth Scorchers debut confirmed as Ashton Turner chooses to bowl first

Perth Scorchers captain Ashton Turner has won the toss and chosen to field, hard-launching teenage debutant Mahli Beardman. 
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 13

Big Bash League: Mahli Beardman’s Perth Scorchers debut confirmed as Ashton Turner chooses to bowl first

Perth Scorchers captain Ashton Turner has won the toss and chosen to field, hard-launching teenage debutant Mahli Beardman. 
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jan 13

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers teenager Mahli Beardman to debut with season on line against Sydney Thunder

Perth Scorchers will hand a debut to exciting teenage quick Mahli Beardman with their season on the line against Sydney Thunder on Monday night. 
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 13

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers' destiny in hands of rivals ahead of Sydney Thunder rematch

Ashton Turner says Perth Scorchers only have themselves to blame as they watch their finals hopes begin to sail out of port, the five-time...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 12

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers’ destiny in hands of rivals ahead of Sydney Thunder rematch

Ashton Turner says Perth Scorchers only have themselves to blame as they watch their finals hopes begin to sail out of port, the five-time...
PERTHNOW.COM.AU Jan 12

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers seamer Jhye Richardson season over, set to undergo more shoulder surgery

West Australian quick Jhye Richardson will go back under the knife for more surgery on his shoulder, a move that ends his summer. 
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 12

Big Bash League: Every Perth Scorcher rated as Ashton Turner fireworks can't save bowlers from SCG hiding

Perth Scorchers' finals hopes are hanging by a thread after a third straight defeat in an SCG run-fest. Who went down swinging and who was roadkill...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 12

Perth Scorchers bowl first after backing in spinners to turn faltering form around

Perth Scorchers have made a bold call to drop the in-form Lance Morris as they back their spinners to turn their Big Bash fortunes around.
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 11

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers captain Ashton Turner embracing having Steve Smith back in the competition

Perth Scorchers have welcomed the return of Australian star Steve Smith to the Big Bash League for their blockbuster clash in Sydney on Saturday.
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 10

Big Bash League: Perth Scorchers to weigh up picking Matthew Spoors as second spinner for must-win clash

Perth Scorchers will weigh up backing in two spinners for a must-win clash with Sydney Sixers at the SCG on Saturday as part of what could be a...
THEWEST.COM.AU Jan 10
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