9 July 2026, Issue 1318
A niche nine-to-five
“I never really saw myself in such a unique job such as this,” Wylie told The Weekend Sun, as he nears two decades in his employment. Wylie’s nine-to-five job is working in the Royal New Zealand Navy Band, which
involves regular rehearsals with the concert band made up of about 25 musicians who play a range of instruments, as well as overseas travel and welcoming heads of state to Aotearoa. In 2016 Wiley was the
New Zealand Defence Force’s drummer to commence the Anzac Day commemorations in Gallipoli. Find out how he fell into this niche full-time role on page 10. Photo / Kelly O’Hara
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If you’re spending this long weekend reflecting on your employment, why not take a leaf out of Pāpāmoa man Philip Wiley’s song sheets. Do something you love – even if you can’t see yourself in such a job.
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