Online Databases
New! Press Display - read the latest online edition of newspapers from around the world and New Zealand.
Databases provide access to a huge range of online resources, including thousands of journal and newspaper articles in full text, greatly extending our collections.
Hastings District Libraries subscribe to a wide range of databases. These are listed below, together with other recommended databases.
Most are available to use from home - use your library card number for login ID.
To use in the library (no charge) please ask at the Reference Desk upstairs in Hastings Library or at the Issue Desks at Havelock North & Flaxmere Libraries. Usual printing charges apply.
Ancestry Library EditionAncestry Library Edition is a tool created for libraries for genealogy and history researchers. It provides Instant access to a wide range of resources
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Australia / New Zealand Reference CentreThis database gives access to thousands of full text articles and includes:
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Biography Resource CentreBiographies (including New Zealanders), full-text articles from hundreds of periodicals. Search for people based on one or more personal facts such as:
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Books and AuthorsA database for book lovers to enjoy and explore:
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BreakoutSearch Breakout for scholarships, awards and grants relevant to:
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Brookers BriefCase & ViewCase DatabasesBrookers BriefCaseA comprehensive index of over 120,000 cases, sourced from a variety of New Zealand Courts and Tribunals and updated daily. ViewCaseGives access to full text PDFs of over 63,000 judgements from the Privy Council New Zealand Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and High Court. The PDFs are generally searchable and may be downloaded for printing purposes. Updated daily. Access Notes:
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Brookers Online DatabasesBrookers Online databases give access to New Zealand legislation and case law including:
(Note: Look for the link to ViewCase at the top of each case. Click on the link to open a pdf of the judgement) Access Notes:
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Discovering CollectionA comprehensive database aimed at primary and high school students. Interesting browsing for adults too! Covers:
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Encyclopedia Britannica OnlineFind answers to your homework questions here. Has searches at three levels: junior, student, or the full encyclopedia. A huge range of topics covered. Access Notes:
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FundViewLooking for funding for your community organisation? FundView is here to help! This is an extensive database of New Zealand funders, updated frequently. Also contains helpful advice on related topics, such as making applications Access Notes:
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General OneFileAccess at your fingertips to thousands of full text news, articles and research. These are sourced from a huge range of international newspapers, magazines and periodicals. Access Notes:
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Health and Wellness Resource CentreFind up-to-date health information and research in full text magazines, journals, newspaper articles. Also includes the Alternative Medicine section. Access Notes:
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History Resource Centre : WorldFor history lovers of all ages, the History Resource Centre covers world history from the earliest times to the present. Great for homework questions. Access Notes:
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Index New ZealandLooking for an article in a New Zealand newspaper or magazine? Use Index New Zealand (INNZ) to search for articles on your chosen subject. Not full text - if article is not held locally, ask about Interloaning it from another library. Access Notes:
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Literature Resource CentreFor students, teachers, readers of all ages, book clubs, in fact anyone who loves literature. Use the Literature Resource Centre to find information on authors and their works. Access Notes:
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MasterFile PremierDesigned specifically for public libraries, MasterFile Premier provides full text artles dating as far back as 1975. Covers virtually every subject area of general interest. Access Notes:
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NewztextThe Knowledge Basket's Newztext is a searchable archive of full text articles in many of New Zealand's key publications. Includes many metropolitan and provincial newspapers, e.g. The Herald, The Dominion and Hawke's Bay Today (from 2008 to date). Also Radio NZ & Scoop newswires. Also many NZ magazines. |
NoveListNoveList is a fiction database for all ages, providing information on thousands of fiction titles. Finding books, authors and other content is quick and simple. Very useful for fiction readers, book club members, library staff, students and teachers. Access Notes:
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Opposing Viewpoints Resource CentreSearch Opposing Viewpoints for information covering both sides of social issues. Excellent if you are in a debate (formal or not) or for homework. Not just for students though - interesting for adults to browse. Easy to use too! Access Notes:
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Oxford Art OnlineAn excellent resource for anyone interested in art or studying art history. Explore art and art forms, life and works of artists, styles, cultures, and time periods. Thousands of images of art works available. Access Notes:
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Oxford English DictionaryHere at your finger tips are 20 volumes of the OED - Oxford English Dictionary! The accepted authority on the evolution of the English language, covering the evolution of words from across the English-speaking world, the OED has been relaunched to include new features... Access Notes:
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Oxford Music OnlineMusic lovers - this is the database for you! Access to multiple music reference resources in one location. Covers all periods, from the study of music to the way it is performed. Subjects include composers, performers, conductors, individual works, instruments and notation, forms and genres. Access Notes:
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Press DisplayPress Display is here! Access to thousands of newspapers from around the world in full colour, full page format. Read the latest editions of national and local newspapers in a range of languages. Browse articles, pictures, notices, advertisements and classifieds. International newspapers include The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age (Melbourne), The Australian, The Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, the big UK dailies, Le Figaro, le Monde and hundreds more... Papers are available for 60 days from date of publication, are fully searchable, with print, email, translation and audio options. There is good coverage of New Zealand newspapers... |
ProQuest Science JournalsCovers applied and general science journals (full text). Provides easy access for study, research and teaching. Keep up-to-date with the lastest news, research and developments in over 100 different scientific fields. Access Notes:
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Student Resource CentreA comprehensive reference source for senior high school and tertiary students. Subjects covered include geography, culture, history, literature, people, science and health. Access Notes:
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