"When we travelled to Australia we promised the players everything possible in our control would be done to secure travel exemptions for their families to join them there.

"Ultimately the decision lies with government agencies to approve the applications the NRL made on our behalf. There hasn't been any sign of a favourable result, which we accepted was always a possibility. Given those circumstances David, Ken, Agnatius and King are free to go home.

"As well as thanking them for all they've done we would like to thank [ARL Commission chairman] Peter V'landys and the NRL for all the work they've put in for the players and their families. I would also like to thank the RLPA [Rugby League Players' Association] staff for their support of the players during this time. We're hugely disappointed it hasn't worked out as we would have liked but it was out of our control."

The club worked out an arrangement with the players that will result in having the majority of their salaries paid once they return home.

"The club's management has shown a level of compassion for the players in working through this and we appreciate their understanding of the unique set of circumstances each player is faced with," RLPA boss Clint Newton said.

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"These players and their families have made tremendous sacrifices since March when the challenges first began, which should be recognised as they return home to New Zealand at the end of the month.

"I would also like to recognise the remaining Warriors squad and staff for their ongoing commitment and effort in these uncertain times."

On arriving home, the players will be required to go into isolation for 14 days before they can finally see their families next month.