Recommendations for a good developer (Ubuntu) laptop

My old xps13 is old in the tooth and the new ones have some things I don't like. So I am after recommendations. My preferences

• Linux (Ubuntu/Debian friendly). Happy to wipe and install and will check compatibility beforehand but if anyone has a Linux daily driver they love let me know
• good CPU and decent RAM (32gb would be nice)
• Lightweight - smaller preferred (currently on a 13" and happy)
• Touchscreen would be nice
• Usb-c
• Decent battery life

I have access to other machines for heavy GPU stuff that's not as important as CPU and RAM.

Uses:

• Programming/terminal use
• Reading docs and papers
• Watching movies etc
• No gaming

That's my wishlist. What do you suggest, Aussie tech friends?