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Our guides are a great place to start your research. Find out what archives we have on your topic, how to find them, and what information they contain.
Auckland researchers: Due to staff shortages, pre-orders are required for viewing records in Auckland reading room.
To order records to view when you visit, you'll need to fill out our preorders form. Remember, you'll need to show a photo ID to be issued with records.
Our Wellington reading room is now closed. It will reopen from 1 September 2025 from its new location within the Heritage Campus.
Our guides are a great place to start your research. Find out what archives we have on your topic, how to find them, and what information they contain.