Plastics under our cape: Part One by Kim Bain

There are some things that are iconic for Queensland anglers. Geographically, Cape Moreton at the northern end of Moreton Island is certainly one of them. And for pure bragging rights, big snapper is probably the most sought-after fish for any angler who's ever wet their line offshore. Combining the two will give you stories and tales to regale from dinner parties to barbecues.

So would you like to fish the patches close to Cape Moreton? Would you also like to catch a brace of snapper averaging over 10lb on consecutive casts, boast a PB over 15lb and throw some mixed reef fish into the cooler such as a couple of double-figure spangled emperor? Then read on for some helpful advice.

A friend of mine, Deb Peters, has accomplished all this and more in the past twelve months. Starting with a fairly basic knowledge of fishing, Deb has continued to stick to and refine the basics, and now has a catch record that anyone would be proud of. Keeping it simple is her secret...