The databases and electronic resources listed below are available in the library and from home unless otherwise specified.
For assistance with using any of these resources, visit the Information Desk in the library or phone 9911 3634 during our opening hours. |
 Academic |
Academic Search Elite
Academic journal articles on a range of topics including politics and government, health, science, religion and literature. Most are available in full-text.
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ProQuest Research Library
Scholarly journals and magazines that cover a wide range of popular academic subjects. Most are available in full-text. |
 Business
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ABI/INFORM Global
In-depth business coverage through journals and online business sources as well as country reports, business cases and dissertations. |
Australian Bureau of Statistics
Free online access to all ABS publications from 1998, plus selected older materials. |
Australian Standards
A comprehensive collection of current Australian Standards.
NB: Access available only within Lane Cove and Greenwich libraries |
Building Code of Australia
see National Construction Code Series 2011 |
National Construction Code Series 2011
Technical provisions for the design and construction of buildings and other structures.
NB: Access available only within Lane Cove Library using desktop shortcut on Libray internet computers.
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 Chinese Magazines |
Bookan Chinese eMagazines
Full-text Chinese magazines with audio versions. Topics include current issues, management and finance, family and health, literature, culture and arts, entertainment, education, academic reports and technology.
博看网电子期刊
博看网电子期刊收录时政新问 ,管理财经,家庭健康,文摘文学,时尚生活, 文化艺术,娱乐休闲,教育教学 ,学术学报及科学技术等畅销报刊。
远程访问请以Lane Cove图书馆借书证号码登录
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 Environment |
GreenFILE
Scholarly and general interest articles, government reports and documents on environmental topics including sustainability, energy, recycling and related issues. Some full-text available.
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Environment Complete
Subject coverage includes ecosystem ecology, renewable energy, pollution & waste management, urban planning and social impacts in a database of US and international journals. |
 Genealogy and Family History |
Ancestry Library Edition
A genealogy research tool with billions or records.
NB: Access available only within Lane Cove and Greenwich libraries |
 Health and Lifestyle |
Consumer Health Complete
Consumer-oriented health information in the form of reference books and encyclopaedias, pamphlets and medical images and diagrams. Contains some Australian material.
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Drug Info @ your library
A joint initiative of State Library of NSW and NSW Health, this is a collection of fact sheets and other resources designed for target audiences. |
My Doctor
Health and medical information for Australia from MIMS |
Salem Health
A US-based database which covers diseases, treatments, anatomy, biology and psychology, this resource is suitable for students, general readers and patients. Also available in paper copy in the library’s Reference collection.
To access from library or home – Go to ‘Registered User Login‘
Email Address or Username: lanecove
Password: library |
 History |
Ancient and Medieval History Online
In-depth focus on Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Asia with a collection of primary sources, maps, images and charts.
Username: lanecove
Password: library |
Dictionary of Sydney
Sydney's online history project with information on people, places and events. |
Modern World History Online
People, places and events from mid 15th century to the present. Includes a collection of primary sources, maps, images and charts.
Username: lanecove
Password: library |
National Archives of Australia
Access points for records from Defence, Immigration and Cabinet. The site also offers fact sheets and guides to the collections as well as resources for family historians. |
State Records Authority of New South Wales
Resources and guidence for historians - Online Indexes, Digital Galleries and "Photo Investigator". |
 Interdisciplinary |
Australia/New Zealand Reference Centre (ANZRC)
Australasian newspapers, magazines, newswires and reference books. The database also includes over 500,000 photos, maps and flags. |
Australian Public Affairs - Full Text (APAFT)
Journal articles from Australian sources with broad subject coverage including arts and culture, public policy and indigenous issues.
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MasterFILE Premier
Journal articles, reference books and primary source documents on a range of general interest topics including business, health, science and education.
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 Languages
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My Language
A NSW State Library site that offers translated information on health, education, legal and settlement topics. The ‘Library Locator’ tool can find libraries that have collections in particular languages.
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Transparent Language Online
Set up a personal account to track your own learning. Learn a huge range of languages from Afrikaans to Zulu as well as English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).
When using at home for the first time, use your Lane Cove Library barcode to register, then nominate a username and password of your choice for subsequent use. |
 Law and Government |
Australasian Legal Information Institute (AUSTLII)
A collection of primary and secondary legal materials for Australian federal and state law. |
Australian Federal Parliament
Information about Parliament as well as Hansard, bills and audio material plus current and historical Parliamentary information. |
ComLaw
The most complete and up-to-date collection of Commonwealth legislation. |
find LEGAL answers
Specialist legal information service that includes legal resources and help finding legal advice in NSW. |
NSW Legislation
The official NSW government website for the online publication of NSW legislation. |
Parliament of New South Wales
Hansard, bills, research papers and an image gallery. |
 Literature and Reading |
eBook Library
Fiction and non-fiction books that include travel guides, management, computer applications, art and literature.
Before using you must register here for a free eBook account |
Literary Reference Center
Collection of literary criticism, plot summaries, poetry and short stories, literary journals and book reviews. |
NoveList Plus
A guide to fiction and non-fiction reading that includes book discussion guides, author read-alikes and award winners. |
OverDrive
Current and classic fiction eAudiobooks and eBooks. Download at home to your PC or mobile device using your Shorelink library card number and PIN.
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Trove
Find Australian locations for books, manuscripts and maps. Also view pictures, hear sound recordings, and read digitised major Australian newspapers from the late 19th and 20th centuries. |
 Local Information |
Lane Cove: On the Street Where You Live!
Information about street names, parks, historical buildings and identities of the Lane Cove municipality. |
Lane Cove Profile
Statistical profile compiled from the results of the 1991 to 2006 censuses.
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LINCS - Community Information Database
Searchable directory of local services and community groups |
 Newspapers |
Proquest Australia & New Zealand Newsstand
Combines key national newspaper titles from Fairfax and News Ltd with news services from the ABC. Some regional and local news sources from Australia and New Zealand are also included. |
 Science and Technology |
Science Reference Center
Student-oriented collection of periodicals, reference books and encyclopaedias plus images and videos. |
Technology Explained
Keep up with changing technology - learn how to set up a social media profile, choose an internet or mobile phone data plan, listen to digital radio and access catch-up TV. |
