Research databases
Accessing research databases
Some research databases listed below will prompt you for a library card number.
Use the 14 digit number printed on your Moreland City Libraries member card.
Encyclopedias
Complete Encyclopedia Britannica with junior and student versions. Contains articles, links and multimedia information.
Wikipedia
Online encyclopedia written by volunteers from around the world. Contains over 13 million articles in many languages.
Health
Reliable health information in an easy-to-understand format. Links to information about specific diseases and conditions.
Information about diseases and conditions from books, articles, fact sheets and videos. Includes western, complementary and holistic health information.
Health and Wellness Resource Centre
Fact sheets, encyclopedia and magazine articles answering common health questions.
Family and local history
You can search this database at branches of Moreland City Libraries.
International database you can search for family history records. Records available differ between countries. Searching tips.
Victorian Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
You can search some historic Victorian birth, death and marriages indexes online from the 'Historical Research' link.
National Archives of Australia
Federal Government archives from 1901 onwards. Holdings include people's immigration and military service records.
Use 'Record Search' link to search holdings. Only records created before 1979 can be shown for legal reasons.
Searchable database of photographs held by Australian museums and libraries. Includes historic images of Moreland's people and places.
State Government archives from 1830s onwards. Holdings include health, school, transport and justice records including wills and probates and coronial inquiries. Website includes research guides and online indexes to early incoming passenger, teacher, Koorie and prisoner records.
Articles about life in the northern suburbs of Melbourne created by local libraries, historic societies and residents.
Newspaper and magazines articles
Search for articles from Choice magazines through the General Onefile database.
Select Advanced Search. Select 'Publication Title' from drop-down menu and enter 'Choice'. Enter product type in next keyword field.
Australian / New Zealand Reference Centre
Articles from the archive of Australian daily newspapers such as the The Herald-Sun and The Age. Also includes articles from well-known local and international magazines.
Archives of articles from 2000 popular magazines from around the world.
Articles from the archives of international newspapers, magazines and professional journals. Topics include business, literature, politics, sports and technology.
Archive of articles appearing in local and international newspapers, including Moreland Leader (from 2000 onwards).
The national database you can search to find which libraries hold a particular title. To confirm holdings contact the libraries listed.
Law and legislation
Austlii Australian Legal Information
Popular online resource for Australian legal information. Contains Commonwealth Acts, treaties and some records from court judgements.
See 'Community Info' for good sites for everyday legal information for Victorians.
Fitzroy Legal Service – The Law handbook (Consumer Law)
Reliable information about Victorian law and everyday legal issues in plain English.
Current Victorian Acts including all amendments. Search by first word in the Act's title.
Science
Encyclopedia entries, articles and websites on a range of science topics. Suitable for students of all ages.
Statistics
Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)
Free access to current and historic social and economic statistics about Australia, states, cities and local areas.
Links to Community Profile (easy-to-search census information), Snapshot of Moreland and Suburb Snapshots.
Books and reading
National database you can search to find which libraries have a particular book. Confirm holdings with library.
You can search this database at branches of Moreland City Libraries.
An international directory of published books. Provides book details, reviews, bestseller lists and upcoming releases.
You can search this database at branches of Moreland City Libraries.
Trying to find a good book? This database suggests titles that are similar to those you already enjoy.
