The most underrated species available and still fun to catch, is the humble leatherjacket. This species can be found around structures and weed beds. Slow to bight at first, once attracted they can appear in good numbers. They respond well to smelly berley and can test your patients. To target leather jackets use a number 8 or 10 long shank whiting hook and small pieces of dried bait which are hard to get off.
End result is a lot of fun and a meal of one of the sweetest fish available.
Nowadays, the use of lures has become more wide spread and acceptable. While still trying to keep it simple, don't overlook the value of lures. The humble flathead is again the main target as it has a big mouth and even bigger appetite. A plastic tailed, lead headed jig is the preferred lure as it is simple to use, cheap and very effective. Lures also appeal to children as they get to move about and use up some of their exuberant energy.