The Australian economy is in recession for the first time in nearly 30 years, but politicians, investors and economists think the worst is over. 

Also today:

•   Cash handouts for people building a new home or renovating
•   Which are the two hottest stocks on the market at the moment?
•   And the end is nigh for the humble cheque

Also, we get a bit of an investment lesson from Scott Haslem, the Chief Investment Officer of Crestone Wealth Management.