Platina Resources Expands Gold Exploration Footprint with Mt McKenna Acquisition in WA’s Laverton District

3 min read | September 03, 2025 12:22 PM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media

Platina Resources Expands Gold Exploration Footprint with Mt McKenna Acquisition in WA’s Laverton District — Image source: Shutterstock

Strong Step into a Renowned Gold Belt

Platina Resources (ASX:PGM) has announced the acquisition of the Mt McKenna gold project located east of Laverton, giving the company a new strategic foothold in Western Australia’s renowned gold-producing region. The Eastern Goldfields district, known for its rich mineral history, continues to attract explorers and developers as it remains one of the most prospective belts in the country. With the acquisition, Platina is positioning itself strongly in a region that has been home to some of the most established operations. This move adds fresh momentum to the broader mining sector, which plays an influential role in the performance of indices such as the ASX 200.

Geological Strength and Exploration Potential

Mt McKenna is situated along the Granite Well fault system, a structural zone where Archean greenstones and syenite intrusions intersect. This geological environment mirrors settings already proven to host significant deposits in the Laverton district. Previous shallow drilling and sampling at the project site indicated mineralisation beneath the surface, while rock chip sampling has highlighted further high-grade potential.

Adding to the appeal, the Diorite Hill intrusive complex nearby has also revealed signs of nickel mineralisation. This broadens the scope of exploration opportunities, presenting Platina with multiple avenues for potential discovery.

Strategy and Exploration Roadmap

Platina plans to reinterpret historic exploration data and complement it with modern techniques. The company will focus on soil and rock chip sampling, detailed mapping, and ground gravity surveys. These efforts aim to identify precise drill targets across the project’s extensive strike length. Aircore and reverse circulation drilling are expected to test key structures, supported by reprocessing of seismic data to better understand mineralisation controls.

Logistical advantages further strengthen the project’s appeal. With sealed and unsealed roads connecting the area to Laverton and existing processing plants located nearby, future development activities can be supported efficiently without major infrastructure hurdles.

Broader Industry Context

The Laverton region has become increasingly attractive, with companies like Genesis Minerals (ASX:GMD) and Magnetic Resources (ASX:MAU) also advancing significant projects in the area. These developments highlight the district’s ongoing relevance as a hub of gold exploration and discovery.

The acquisition of Mt McKenna underscores Platina’s commitment to strengthening its exploration pipeline and unlocking value through discovery. By advancing a project with established geological potential and logistical benefits, Platina adds another layer of opportunity within Australia’s dynamic gold sector.

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