Researching well-known people
Te rangahau tāngata rongonui
Are you researching an Aucklander or a local public figure? Here are some pointers to help you get started.
Search the library catalogue
If you are researching a well-known person, there is likely to be variety of resources available in the library catalogue.
After entering your search word or phrase, you will see a Catalogue tab and an Articles tab. On the Articles tab, many well-known subjects will have a Research Starter. This contains a short biography with a list of other resources you can look up.
On the 'Refine by' menu, tick or untick filters to limit or expand your search.
Browse online resources
As a library member, you can access a variety of databases and reference materials. Most of these resources have a search function. Some allow you to limit or expand your search.
For researching people, try these online resources:
Ask an expert
As your research progresses, you may need to:
Auckland heritage institutions
Within Auckland, there are a number of other heritage institutions that may be able to help with your local history research.