Staff picks

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To access most eresources from home, you need to be a Victorian resident with a current State Library card. (Terms and conditions of use apply.)

Illustrated London News Historical Archive (1842–2003)

Search the world's first major illustrated newspaper for a window into the past, from news that shook the world to the minutiae of daily life.

Herald Sun (July 2014–)

Browse and search the complete content, current to four weeks ago. Pages from all editions are included. On-site access only

PressReader (current 12 months) Formerly known as PressDisplay

Browse newspapers and popular magazines from across the world in full-content display.
Please note: The HotSpot and Library Card Sign In features are not available on the State Library's subscription.

Naxos Music Library

Stream your daily soundtrack online from this selection of over a million classical, world and jazz tracks.

Naxos Video Library

Catch up on opera, ballet, live concerts, documentaries and feature films about music and musicians in this comprehensive online video library.

Vogue Archive

Browse the iconic fashionista’s bible with full-content access to American Vogue, from 1892 to the current month.

Victorian Popular Culture (1779–1930s)

Explore this unique collection of programs, artefacts and photos from life in Victorian times.

Popular Culture in Britain and America (1950–1975)

Discover the music, fashion, youth culture and political movements of the period through printed and manuscript sources, visual material, ephemera and video clips.

IBISWorld Industry Reports

Gain key industry information with detailed reports on nearly every Australian industry, including the key players and forecasts.

National Geographic Archive (1884–1994)

Read the full text of this iconic social sciences magazine, with major articles on contemporary and historic events.