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Databases

Part of the Public Libraries Grant scheme provides Queensland public libraries with access to a number of authoritative, subscription-only databases that are not available through Google or other free search engines.

Access to these databases is available to any public library member in Queensland using a library membership barcode and clicking on the links below.

Queensland statewide databases

Ancestry Library Edition Family history and genealogy resource. Onsite access only at every public library in Queensland. Training support material available from Proquest [new window]
Australia/New Zealand Reference Centre Contains full text of over 240 periodicals, and abstracts/indexing for nearly 400 periodicals focusing on the Australia/New Zealand region. Includes magazines, newspapers, newswires, reference books and company information. Promotional tools available from Ebsco [new window]
Encyclopedia Britannica Online A reference site for students, educators and parents, including standard, library, student and junior editions of the Encyclopaedia Britannica. Free training materials from Britannica [new window]
Gale Virtual Reference Library Gale Virtual Reference Library offers encyclopaedias and reference sources for research on many topics. Use them for quick help or doing homework assignments. Marketing resources available from Gale [new window]
Good Reading magazine An online, monthly magazine helping general readers, library staff and students find exactly what they like to read. Library support available from Good Reading [new window]
Health & Wellness Resource Center Access to articles in over 200 leading medical journals of which about 150 are available full text. Marketing resources available from Gale [new window]
NewsBank Provides full text access to newspaper articles from more than 230 Queensland, Australian and international titles. Librarian tools and resources available from Newsbank [new window]
TumbleBooks A database specially for children. Listen and watch e-books online, read a review, write a book report and play games. Select Tumble Admin from the homepage for support materials.

Understanding Use of Statewide Databases: Research Findings 2011

In mid June 2011 the State Library of Queensland (SLQ) distributed a web based survey questionnaire via SurveyMonkey with the principle aim to gain a better understanding of SLQ clients’ knowledge and use of the statewide access online databases. The research was conducted by Footprints Market Research with the assistance of SLQ clients, public library managers and public library staff members. The research findings and recommendations[new window 3.15 MB] are now available.

The recommendations from the report are being considered with the priority being given to improve access to the databases and develop resources for public libraries for marketing e-resources to the public. Feedback on the Report and the recommendations would be most welcome. Please forward your comments to: Alex Cutts at alex.cutts@slq.qld.gov.au

Usage statistics for statewide databases

Electronic resources - Summary of usage statistics [new window

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Training and promotion

For further assistance or training for public library staff contact Public & Indigenous Library Services for details on vendor tutorials, web conference tutorials or individual training support.
The Public Librarians eReference Group (PLeRG) advises the State Library of Queensland on the statewide databases and makes recommendations on the provision of electronic resources of interest to public libraries throughout the State. Committee members [new window 6 kb] are interested in your feedback.
Promotional tools [new window 196 kb] to use in your library from all vendors in one document.

Other resources

Access to a wider range of offsite databases is available for Queensland public library (QPL) account holders and e-service card members, as well as onsite at State Library of Queensland.

Browse the full range of offsite databases and connect to begin your searching.

Proceedings of the eResources Consultation Forum [new window 113 kb] held at State Library 31 March 2011

Powerpoint presentations and notes from the forum:

Database authentication (barcode ranges and IP addresses)

Changes/edits to IP/Barcode ranges - State Library of Queensland needs this information in order to ensure that access to the databases for public libraries in Queensland is as seamless as possible for you and your clients. We will ensure that database vendors are advised of any updates.

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More information

If you have an enquiry, you can contact us in any of the following ways:

Telephone +61 7 3842 9007
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Email: pls@slq.qld.gov.au

Last updated: 9th January 2012

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