Name | Description | Access |
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Fagogo | Transcribed and translated by Richard Moyle and checked by Galumalemana Alfred Hunkin, the fagogo site targeted the development of the Samoan language, by providing the Samoan version parallel with the English translation as well as the audio recordings to enhance both listening and reading comprehension. | Open access. Accessible via the University of Auckland Library page > About > Digitized Collection > Fagogo. |
The Journal of the Polynesian Society | Founded in 1892, JPS is based at the University of Auckland and provides historical and contemporary scholarship about Maori and Pacific Island peoples and their cultures from 1892 to the 21st century. JPS focuses on historical and contemporary information about culture, identity and more. | To access two of the most recently digitized volumes (2 years) JPS requires a paid subscription on the official Polynesian Society website. Everything prior to the past two complete years is open and free for access to subscribing institutions or individuals and the public for personal research. Can be accessed through the University of Auckland Library page > About > Collections > Digitized Collection > The Journal of the Polynesian Society. |
Heritage Images | One of Auckland Council Libraries 'Key online resources', Heritage Images holds historical images of the Pacific Islands, mainly those with a close connection to NZ. | Open access. Accessible via the Auckland Council Library page > Heritage Collections > Pacific Collections > Heritage Images. |
Heritage et AL | Heritage et AL is a blog site that holds unique collections from the Auckland Libraries research centres and Heritage Collections. It features historical images and topics about the Pacific Islands accompanied by detailed blogs. | Open access. Accessible via the Auckland Council Library page > Heritage Collections > Blog. |
Kura Heritage Collections | The Kura Heritage Collection includes images, audio, collection records and more held in Auckland Libraries. This collection features photographs of Polyfest and the Pasefika Festival. | Open access. |
Pacific Collection Access Project | PCAP, under the Auckland Museum was developed to foster connection and communication with Pacific communities by opening up its collection of Pacific taonga for public display. The 3 year (2016 - 2019) project attracted local and indigenous Pacific peoples to provide their expertise in enlightening and enriching the current holdings. Featured in this project are detailed information and blogs on Pacific Taonga. | Open access. Accessible via the Auckland War Memorial Museum homepage > Discover > Pacific Collection Access Project. |
Ka Huru Manu | Ka Huru Manu is dedicated to mapping the traditional Maori place names, its histories and stories. It features unique information from whanau manuscripts and a wide range of unpublished material. | Open access. |
Peabody Essex Museum | Peabody Essex Museum features a collection of Oceanic Art that comprises of historical artefacts from Melanesia, Polynesia and Micronesia. Content includes provenance. | Open access. |
Pitt Rivers Museum | Pitt Rivers includes a range of Pacific artefacts and its provenance. Some of items are found in Conservation, Collections, Shields and Objects and many more. | Open access. |
DigitalNZ | DigitalNZ features a wide range of historical materials about Aotearoa. Visit DigitalNZ to find videos, newspapers, maps, photographs, audio recordings, artworks, news reports, and many other kinds of digital content. | Open access. |