People

Find out about famous people from around the world in Biography in Context, or look for information on New Zealanders on the other web links listed here.

Please note: links with a lock icon next to them () are to databases that any of our library members can use – you will be asked to type in your library barcode and PIN - if you don't know your PIN just Ask Us!

•  Biography in Context - biographies of famous people – search by name, occupation, nationality, ethnicity, dates
• Dictionary of NZ Biography  - people who have “made their mark” on NZ – does not include people who are alive today
• Famous New Zealanders - facts about famous New Zealanders from Christchurch City Libraries
• New Zealand Children's Authors - interviews with NZ children’s authors from Christchurch City Libraries
• New Zealand Heroes - from NZ Edge.com