NZSG Resources

The New Zealand Society of Genealogists has put together a large array of resources to help you be the best genealogist you can. These resources range from information on how to improve your Research Skills through to where to find resources in New Zealand and overseas.

Many of the resources to get you started are available to non-members, but if you see an *, these are for members only. You can join here.

Kiwi Resources

Kiwi Resources is a comprehensive guide to New Zealand resources and how to use them.  If you are looking to tell the stories of your family then we have links to resources beyond the 'hatched, matched and dispatched'.

Non-members can see the index page, but the entire resource is only available to NZSG members.

Overseas Resources

When your family tree takes you outside of New Zealand, these resources will help you find your family.

Non-members can see an Overview, but to view the entire resource you will need to be a member.

We currently cover Australia*, Pacific Islands*, British Isles* and Europe*. You can also get access to the Gale Historical Newspapers* and free downloads from Discovery* (UK Archives).

Reciprocal arrangements with other Family History Societies around the world mean that we have electronic copies of their journals*. Our current holdings include Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

Other Resources

An eclectic array of resources that might just be the help you need! Or something interesting to pass the time.

Presentations

Our Monthly Presentations are recorded and give you a great insight into the resources your NZSG membership provides. Our other presentations cover an eclectic array of topics.

The Library Cat

Our Library Cat(a-logue) has her minions prepare interesting presentations on what we have in our Library. With tens of thousands of items, you never know what you might find!

The New Zealand Genealogist

Our award-winning journal is available quarterly. If you’re a member, you can read the current issue and most back issues online or download them for later. Like to write for us? There is guidance on how to submit articles.

Newsletters/Journals

Our Branches and Interest Groups put out regular newsletters. Many are available on our website. You may find local information or far-flung information. Have a read and see!

The NZSG has reciprocal agreements with an ever-increasing array of family history societies around the world. You can read their journals on our website.

05/12/2025