Earlier today, it was announced that Warriors co-captain Mitch Barnett would be leaving the club at the conclusion of the 2026 NRL season.

He was granted permission to exit his contract early on compassionate grounds as he looks to head back over to Australia. 

Slade Griffin is an assistant coach of the Warriors and he joined D'Arcy to discuss.

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Earlier today, it was announced that Warriors co-captain Mitch Barnett would be leaving the club at the conclusion of the 2026 NRL season.
He was granted permission to exit his contract early on compassionate grounds as he looks to head back over to Australia.&nbsp;
Slade Griffin is an assistant coach of the Warriors and he joined D'Arcy to discuss.
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We’re bringing you an exciting new era on Newstalk ZB with Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons.

With years of media and broadcast experience between them, this team brings a fresh and unique perspective to your weekdays.

Matt and Tyler dive into the latest news stories, share their opinions, and engage with their listeners weekdays on Newstalk ZB.

We’re bringing you an exciting new era on Newstalk ZB with Matt Heath &amp; Tyler Adams Afternoons.
With years of media and broadcast experience between them, this team brings a fresh and unique perspective to your weekdays.
Matt and Tyler dive into the latest news stories, share their opinions, and engage with their listeners weekdays on Newstalk ZB.

Matt Heath and Tyler Adams dive into the latest news stories, share their opinions, and engage with their listeners weekdays on Newstalk ZB.

Matt Heath & Tyler Adams Afternoons

Slade Griffin: Warriors assistant coach on Mitch Barnett leaving the Warriors at the end of the 2026 season

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Listen to the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Monday 14 September.

Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Listen to the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for Monday 14 September. 
Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Full Show Podcast: 14 September 2026 

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 11th of September 2026 - Protest and interjections at political meetings after a fracas at an event with ACT's Paul Henry.

Then our Afternoons duo talked Memories of 9/11.

Plus the New Zealander Of The Week and Dai Henwood on the Wahs.

Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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On the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Full Show Podcast for the 11th of September 2026 - Protest and interjections at political meetings after a fracas at an event with ACT's Paul Henry.
Then our Afternoons duo talked Memories of 9/11.
Plus the New Zealander Of The Week and Dai Henwood on the Wahs.
Get the Matt Heath and Tyler Adams Afternoons Podcast every weekday afternoon on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Full Show Podcast: 11 September 2026 

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The Warriors are heading into the first round of the NRL finals tomorrow night after completing their best regular season ever, securing a club record with 18 wins and 728 points.

They will face off against the Dolphins, the winner earns next week off and will be one more win away from a Grand Final appearance.

Comedian and long-time Warriors fan Dai Henwood told Matt and Tyler, "we've always had good players, but this is an absolute next-level team."

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The Warriors are heading into the first round of the NRL finals tomorrow night after completing their best regular season ever, securing a club record with 18 wins and 728 points.
They will face off against the Dolphins, the winner earns next week off and will be one more win away from a Grand Final appearance.
Comedian and long-time Warriors fan Dai Henwood told Matt and Tyler, "we've always had good players, but this is an absolute next-level team."
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Dai Henwood: Long suffering Warriors fan on the season and tomorrow's game

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/7784f840-c291-422a-924b-ad9000bbad71/clips/871917ea-cc5d-4c44-99c5-b4c2003f7358/transcript

Slade Griffin: Warriors assistant coach on Mitch Barnett leaving the Warriors at the end of the 2026 season

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