The Library has a wide range of resources to assist you with your family history and local studies research

Online Databases

Ancestry.com

Instant access to a wide range of unique resources for genealogical and historical research. In-library access only.

Find My Past

Provides online access to over 50 million records from Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands and Papua New Guinea. In-library access only.

Trove

Trove provides access to over 490 million Australian resources including books, images, historic newspapers, maps and more. 

Internet History Resources

This database contains over 30,000 records of the people who lived and worked in NSW from 1850 to 1920. Note: Some records require an additional paid membership to gain access.

Reference Collection

The Library holds a range of books on local area topics and families. Visit your local branch to use these resources for research in the Library.

Local Area Historical Societies

Follow the links at the bottom of the page to connect with local area Historical Societies, who may be able to assist you further