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Database / E-Resources at Dunedin Public Libraries
Dunedin Public Libraries subscribes to a number of information databases / e-resources accessible free-of-charge from within the Library or by library members from outside the Library. These resources enable you to access reference works, magazine articles and other information sources, some of them not available in print form in the Library and can be searched via keywords or authors. To access a database / e-resource from home or work you must be a registered library member. For information on joining the library visit our membership information pages. Need help? Try the help options below, phone us on 474 3690 or use our 'contact us' form.
Easy keyword searching for just about every subject imaginable. Great for homework with three versions available to select from:
Articles on womens issues including social, environmental, educational, and family concerns with an international focus. Search in the library | Search from home
Not sure what database to choose? Cross search Discovering Collection, Gale Virtual Reference Library, General OneFile, Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center and Student Resource Center. Search in the library | Search from home
Subject areas include geography, cultures, history, literature, science, health, and biographies. Articles and primary source documents. Search in the library | Search from home
Choose or combine databases to search reference books and articles across a huge range of subjects. Search in the library
Gale Virtual Reference Library is a database of encyclopedias and specialised reference sources for multidisciplinary. Search in the library | Search from home
Social issues topics including humanities, education, business, science, current events, art, politics, economics, law, health care, computers, technology, environmental issues. Articles, some with images. Search in the Library | Search from home General OneFile - PowerPacks Enhanced search options spanning the following interest areas:
Social issues topics including gun control, genetic engineering, censorship, endangered species, and terrorism. Articles, statistics, biographies and web sites. Search in the library | Search from home
Quick, efficent searching of the authoritative English dictionary. Search in the library | Search from home
Topics in the Science & Health, History, Geography & Cultures and Literature areas. Articles, biographies, primary source documents and images. Senior secondary to undergraduate university level. Search in the library | Search from home
This popular encyclopedia is easy to search and provides information at a range of educational levels. There are three versions available to select from: New Zealand (Most databases contain some NZ content)
Content from Australian and New Zealand newspapers, magazines, and reference books provides coverage of current events, business, politics, and sports. Search in the library | Search from home
A database of choral sets and orchestral parts held by New Zealand choirs, orchestras and libraries, providing access to an increasingly wide range of performing material. Search in the library | Search from home
Biographies of people who have played a part in New Zealands history and development. People still living are not included. Search in the library | Search from home
Indexes to New Zealand content in a wide range of sources, including the Southern Regional news index created by Dunedin Public Libraries. Search in the library | Search from home
An index with abstracts from New Zealand serials and newspapers. Coverage of current affairs, the arts and humanities, and society in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands goes back to 1987. Search in the library | Search from home
New Zealand Acts (unconsolidated), Regulations, Bills, and Hansard. Search in the library | Search from home See also Public Access to Legislation
The key to bibliographic records and their holdings in New Zealand libraries. Search in the library | Search from home
Books & Authors offers new ways to explore the endless possibilities and combinations of books, authors, genres and topics. The ideal convergence of science and serendipity. Search in the library | Search from home
The complete text of the 34-volume Dictionary of Art (published in 1996 and held in the Moray Place Library) with annual additions of new material and updates to the text, plus extensive image links. Search in the library | Search from home
Encyclopedic information on composers, musicians, and most aspects of all kinds of music. Search in the library | Search from home
Search by author or title. Contains a Guide to Conducting Literary Research. Many New Zealand authors are included, but for additional information about NZ writers try the New Zealand Literature File or refer to the Writers and their Work section of this website. Search in the library | Search from home
Global focus on company, product and industry information. Over 70% full-text. Search in the library | Search from home
Focuses on the processes, methods and strategies of managing a business. 70% full-text. Search in the library | Search from home
Choose or combine databases to search reference books and articles across a huge range of subjects. Search in the library
Social issues topics including humanities, education, business, science, current events, art, politics, economics, law, health care, computers, technology, environmental issues. Articles, some with images. Search in the Library | Search from home
Indexed abstracts to many New Zealand science, business, and news publications. Search in the library | Search from home
Full-text coverage of international company and industry news, management practices and market research information. Includes Business and Industry, Business and Management Practices and TableBase. Search in the library | Search from home
Provides data on companies, industries, products and demographics in table form. Search in the library | Search from home
Scholarships for school, polytechnic or travel grants; sports and arts schemes; personal development funds; academic and non-academic funding for individuals. Search in the library | Search from home
Corporate Citizens holds details of over 80 New Zealand businesses that are committed to building relationships with community and voluntary organisations. Search in the library
Grant and funding information for community groups. Search in the library | Search from home
Search or browse for medical and health information from an encyclopedia, dictionary, magazines and newspapers. Includes alternative health and herbal information. Search in the library | Search from home
Search health and medical topics including drug information and current news articles. Provides links to other sites and interactive tutorials. Search in the library | Search from home
A new genealogy research tool providing instant access to a wide range of unique resources for genealogical and historical research. Search in the library
Search for biographies by name or personal facts such as birth date or nationality. Use facts such as occupation, gender, and nationality to find types of people. Includes full-text magazine articles and some pictures. Search in the library | Search from home
Draws on themes and trends from the history curriculum, especially for the 20th century. Includes full-text magazine articles, maps and images. There are full-text and facsimile images of primary source documents, a time-line, person and subject indexes, and a guide to doing historical research. Search from the Library | Search from home
Tells the stories of over 50,000 people who shaped the history of the British Isles and beyond, from the earliest times to those who died in the year 2000. Also includes over 10,000 portrait illustrations - everything from coins and death masks to photographs by Cecil Beaton and Man Ray. Search from the Library | Search from home
News, research and scientific developments across a wide range of applied and general science journals. Search in the library | Search from home
In-depth information on a wide range of science topics. Good for homework. Search in the library | Search from home For additional Science information, check Ebscohost, Nature, Science & Technology and Te Puna NZ: Science and Technology. |
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