eResources

Access this well known family history resource for free at any Selwyn Library. Ancestry databases can be searched by library members from home until the end of 2021 - just log in using your library card number and PIN.

The Archives of Sexuality and Gender is a digital collection of primary sources for the historical study of sex, sexuality, and gender.

Beamafilm is a premium movie streaming channel for true stories and independent voices, carefully curated to contain over 500 award-winning documentaries, independent features and festival favourites to delight, inspire and entertain you. Watch from home - just log in with your library card number.

Access an extensive collection of eAudiobooks and eBooks. Log in with your library card number and PIN/Password.

The Encyclopedia Britannica online with top quality information from this trusted source. Choose the age-appropriate level that works best for you to complete homework assignments, conduct research, or work on special projects.

Access six collections of unique New Zealand books online about our history, culture and society. Log in with your library card number and PIN/Password.

Release your creativity - learn a new art or craft skill. Creativebug can show you how to paint, draw, knit, crochet, sew, screen print and more... Use your library card number and PIN to get started.

Wheelers ePlatform gives library members 24/7 access to a growing collection of eBook titles. Log in with your library card number and PIN/Password.

Learn how to code the fun way from your Internet browser. You'll learn to build apps, websites, video games and more.

Search databases of New Zealand funding sources for individuals and groups.

The Hub for Book Lovers is where you'll find loads of articles about books and authors plus independent reviews of the latest books. You can listen to podcasts, keep up with the latest book news and find the best books for kids. All in one place. Browse the Good Reading digital magazine for everything about books...

A collection of the world's best car and motorcycle repair manuals - the ultimate aid to getting your vehicle back on the road.

The complete guide to healthy eating and getting the best nutrition for you and your family.

Free access to thousands of movies and more, with your library card...

Lingogo is an app bursting with indigenous entertainment and knowledge. It uses a unique dual-language format to tell rich and beautiful stories.

Free access to the LinkedIn Learning library of courses and tutorials on software, technology, creative and business skills designed and taught by recognised industry experts. Log in with your library card number and PIN/Password.

Learning a language is fun and easy with Mango languages. Mango has courses for more than sixty languages including several English courses for ESL students. Log in with your library card number and PIN/Password.

My Career Match helps adults and students identify their unique skills and start building a job-ready resume (CV).

MyHeritage is the leading global destination for discovering, preserving and sharing family history. Log in with your library card number and PIN/Password.

Access World News: Research Collection is the world’s most comprehensive full-text news resource, offering access to over 11,800 New Zealand and international newspapers.

OverDrive offers a great range of eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines. Use the free Libby app and log in with your library card number and PIN/Password.

PressReader is the world's largest online newspaper and magazine kiosk that provides full content digital replicas of more that 2,500 titles from 100 countries in 60 languages. Create an account with your library card number and PIN/Password.

Explore our range of reference databases to find out up-to-date information on a range of topics; includes health, science, business, history, literature and much more.

Road to IELTS is a self-study preparation course that helps foreign nationals and students prepare for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Free for library members or use in our libraries.

Watch videos of children's stories being read aloud by fantastic, predominantly Australian and New Zealand, storytellers. Free for library members.

A national and international directory of Māori organisations, resource people, scholarships and business.

The fun and easy way to learn te reo Māori. Give it a go today.

Access to an online collection of animated books which teach kids the joy of reading. Also included are games, quizzes, videos and puzzles.