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Indexes & Databases

About Indexes and Databases

What will I find here?

Indexes for the contents of journals and newspapers, often including some fulltext (electronic and print) eg
- Academic Search Premier
- Australian Public Affairs Information Service (APAIS)
- ABIX : Australasian business intelligence
Electronic databases (fulltext content/articles, statistics, etc) eg
- Biography Resource Center
- Australian Standards Online
- World Book Encyclopedia
Directories, registers and guides (electronic and print) eg
- Directory of Australian Associations
- RAAM : Register of Australian Archives and Manuscripts
Web sites eg
- Amazon.com
- HealthInsite : health information for Australians

How do I find the best index or database for my topic?

Use the Browse section to get a listing of databases by subject. Check out our tutorial Finding Articles by Subject for more information.

What if there's no fulltext online for my article?

You will need to make a note of the journal/newspaper/publication your article comes from and search Catalogue for the title of the journal/newspaper/publication. Check out our tutorial Finding Known Articles for more information.

Can I use the databases at home?

Due to license restrictions, many indexes and databases are only available within the Library. However, about half the resources listed are freely available web sites, which can be accessed outside the Library (look for the green globe symbol).

Can I download or print the information I find?

You can print out your results in the Library. A number of databases now provide the full text of articles as well as an email service, which allows you to send your search results to your email address.

Do I need to book?

No, just take a seat at any PC in any Reading Room.

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