The last time Perth kicked off the summer of cricket was way back in 2003 against Zimbabwe, when former Australian opener Matthew Hayden smacked a then world record 380.

It was only two summers ago the WACA didn't get a Test at all, when the Indians came to Australia for a four-match series.

WACA CEO Christina Matthews said hosting the first Test, between November 3-7, was "fantastic" for WA cricket fans.

"WA cricket is currently undergoing an exciting and widespread transformation, particularly in relation to how it works with the state government and the developing Perth Stadium," he said. "

"The decision to play the opening Test in WA is a sign of WA's growing importance in the staging of international cricket.

"We look forward to welcoming both Australia and South Africa for the First Test and creating an enjoyable experience for their supporters."

The status of a day-night Test - first staged last summer at Adelaide Oval - remains uncertain because of South African opposition to the concept.

AUSTRALIA VS SOUTH AFRICA TEST SERIES

Nov 3-7, Perth
​Nov 12-16, Hobart
​Nov 24-28, Adelaide *

AUSTRALIA VS NEW ZEALAND ONE-DAY SERIES

Dec 4, Sydney
​Dec 6, Canberra
​Dec 9, Melbourne

AUSTRALIA VS PAKISTAN TEST SERIES

Dec 15-19, Brisbane (D/N)
Dec 26-30, Melbourne
​Jan 3-7, Sydney

AUSTRALIA VS PAKISTAN ONE-DAY SERIES

Jan 13, Brisbane
​Jan 15, Melbourne
​Jan 19, Perth
​Jan 22, Sydney
​Jan 26, Adelaide

AUSTRALIA VS SRI LANKA, T20 SERIES

Feb 17, TBA
​Feb 19, TBA
​Feb 22, TBA

* Possible day-night Test, dependent on agreement between Cricket Australia and Cricket South Africa

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