Research guides
Research guides have been developed by library staff to assist you in researching one of the topics listed below. They are a good starting point to help you locate research materials specific to a topic — providing a brief introduction to the relevant collections held at the State Library of NSW and help in accessing the most useful print, online and electronic resources.
Business
Find key resources to help you locate information on an Australian or international company or industry.
Family History
Family history and genealogy encompasses the lives and ancestry of individuals and families originating in, or connected to, New South Wales. If you have New South Wales ancestry, these guides enable you to investigate your heritage.
Health Information
If you are interested in medical matters - or in simply staying healthy - this is the place to start! This guide takes you to reliable websites and books written specifically for the general public.
Higher School Certificate (HSC)
Find resources and services for HSC students as well as research guides for English and Legal Studies.
Industrial awards (NSW)
Use this guide to find past industrial awards in NSW. Links to current awards in NSW are also included.
Maps
Find out how to access our maps, view highlights from the collections and access popular online maps.
Shipping records (NSW)
This guide will help you discover records of the arrival and departure of ships to New South Wales. You can find official reports, personal diaries regarding specific journeys and detailed descriptions and pictures of ships and their cargo.
