Slide a large bean sinker down onto the hook and it will make a simple but effective rig. There is not a lot of finesse to this type of fishing. For interests sake, there are a few astute anglers who catch big jew by slowly spinning a big lure at night around the dark of the moon. Other baits As well as mullet, whiting, taylor, herring, blackfish and many other small species will do as live bait. It has been well documented over the years, that whaler sharks will enter an estuary and may often be caught, well upstream.
Big stingrays are another by-catch.
Essentials one of the most essential requirements, is a good long gaff. An implement for the purpose of subduing an over active fish is also necessary. This could range from a rubber mallet to a 12 gauge shotgun. A big sharp knife and a place to keep a big fish from drying out is also necessary. The old hessian bag still comes in handy.