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PNG HOSTAGE SITUATION

A supplied image obtained on Sunday, February 26, 2023, of Archeology, Professor Bryce Barker. An Australian-based professor and other hostages taken captive in the southern highlands of Papua New Guinea have been freed. (AAP Image/Supplied by UniSQ) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY Source: AAP / SUPPLIED/PR IMAGE

An archaeology professor will return to Australia after being released by kidnappers in Papua New Guinea's Highlands. Bryce Barker and his research team were taken hostage more than a week ago by armed kidnappers while taking part in an archaeological field trip.

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An archaeology professor will return to Australia after being released by kidnappers in Papua New Guinea's Highlands. Bryce Barker and his research team were taken hostage more than a week ago by armed kidnappers while taking part in an archaeological field trip.

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