Archives New Zealand publishes a wide range of material ranging from newsletters to recordkeeping documents and research publications.
For media enquiries or general enquiries relating to Archives New Zealand management, policy or publications, contact the Communications Manager on phone 64-4-894-6086, fax 64-4-495-6210. E-mail communications@archives.govt.nz
For the latest news from Archives New Zealand, go to our Media Releases page. Media releases are listed in date order.
Archives publishes a number of annual corporate publications:
Go to the Corporate Publications page
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Outreach/Kia Whakakautoro: The newsletter of Archives New Zealand which is published four times per year.
Go to the Newsletters page to view the past and current versions of the Outreach/Kia Whakakautoro newsletter.
A comprehensive list of standards and advisory publications for government recordkeepers is available by clicking on Recordkeeping Publications.
Archives publishes a series of guides for researchers called Reference Guides. These are descriptions of the various types of the records held at Archives and are based on research themes such as Citizenship.
The Directory of Archives in New Zealand / Nga Pae Mahara lists nearly 200 repositories around New Zealand, providing contact details and an outline of the archival material they hold. Repositories listed include museums, public libraries, historical societies, government departments, schools and private research facilities, among others. Printed copies of the directory are available from your nearest Archives New Zealand office or through directory@archives.govt.nz. We would also welcome any new entries, updates or corrections for future editions.
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