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Martin McKenzie-Murray In a year when we reckoned with climate catastrophe, hypocritical world leaders and the increasing erosion of our privacy, we also witnessed the resistance of the Hong Kong protesters and the triumph of Ash Barty.

Kate Wild In a world defined by fear and risk, politicians and police are trying to pre-empt danger and legislate against it. But when the risk is terrorism, there are limits to what is possible.

Stella Maynard Documents released under freedom of information reveal the brutal conditions as a riot unfolded at Alice Springs Correctional Centre.

Karen Middleton In an attempt to win back Queensland voters, Anthony Albanese expressed support for coal exports this week, confirming that Labor’s path back to government remains fraught.

Chris Nash News stories and real estate websites paint a picture of an ever booming and expanding property market. The reality may be quite different.

Rick Morton While Brian Houston celebrates Hillsong’s new multimillion-dollar church in New York, a victim of his father’s sexual abuse crowdfunds to pay for cancer treatment.

Jane Caro Six women who have experienced the struggle of living on Newstart explain why they have turned to activism.

Mike Seccombe As governments and police increasingly rely on algorithms and automation, legal experts warn these systems could undermine key discrimination protections.

Vivienne Pearson Facing funding shortfalls, public schools have turned to fundraising and parental contributions, prompting debate about whether our education system remains free.