One of the Hunter's longest running manufacturing industries, InfraBuild's Newcastle Rod Mill at Mayfield, has chalked up six decades of operation.
The mill, which opened on Christmas eve 1962, replaced the original rod mill which had operated on the Mayfield site for 44 years after its opening in August 1918.
It produces a range of steel products used in large-scale infrastructure projects and the commercial and residential construction industries.
Among those celebrating the mill's milestone are father and son Stephen and Scott Bolch, who are members of a long list of intergenerational workers to have worked at the mill.
Scott said the knowledge and experience shared by his colleagues had been of great benefit.
"I'm really happy to have got the opportunity and it has been a good experience so far with a lot of good learning and help from workmates. Like dad, I hope it continues into the future and I can achieve a long career here at the mill," he said.
Stephen celebrated 33 years at the mill in 2022.
"I have worked in the Rod Mill the whole time. It's a great place to work and has provided me with a good career in manufacturing," he said.
"I still enjoy coming in everyday and I hope it continues to run for the next 60-70 years."
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Rod Mill Manufacturing Manager Liam Bell said the mill had a bright future.
"A mixture of experienced and newer team members working together to improve our processes and products means we can help build Australian communities for the next 60 years," he said.
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