The General Reference Collection provides access to a number of online databases that are available for use when visiting the Library.

The collection includes a wide range of international reference works on all subjects, including:

  • atlases
  • dictionaries
  • directories
  • encyclopedias
  • indexing and abstracting publications
  • yearbooks.

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Search for descriptions of items in this collection using the National Library Catalogue. Items in this collection may only be used onsite at the Library's reading room at 77 Thorndon Quay, Wellington.

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Copies can be made from items in this collection if copying doesn’t breach copyright. Photocopiers, and printers for microfiche and microfilm readers are available for use in the Library's reading room at 77 Thorndon Quay, Wellington.

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