What goes in a basic fishing kit?

[Flo-w]

Now I see what happens if I don't keep my threads under control. Everyone's having a ball!

Thanks for the answers. Much appreciated. Bugger I'd be at the Murray before the cod season starts. But then the missus wants to head up to Fraser quickly anyway. More saltwater fishing then.

I reckon I'll just get an el cheapo rod and reel combo, a box of sinkers, hooks and float thingies and then I'll try to get some baite locally.