Newcastle Region Library provides research advice and access to a range of materials about the history and heritage of Newcastle and the Hunter Region which is available to everyone. The collection includes books, photographs, maps, archives and databases which can be accessed in the Library and from home.

The Local History Library specialises in Australian family history resources and has a range of material dealing specifically with the Hunter Valley. Researchers can also access the Library’s online genealogy databases so that you can track your ancestors throughout the world.