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New Zealand


Goal 1: Research


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Goal 1: Learn about New Zealand research and records.




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Choices:


AGet started with New Zealand research.


  1. FamilySearch: Visit this FamilySearch Wiki page for an overview of New Zealand research and useful links.

    FS—Wiki: New Zealand Genealogy

  2. Get Started: Read this guide for getting started with New Zealand family history.

    Getting Started with Family History Research

  3. Get an introduction to New Zealand genealogy in the Wellington City Libraries site.
  4. Resources: Watch these videos for ideas on finding resources for your research.

    New Zealand Sources—8:33 - 2019


    BYU—Discovering Your New Zealand Ancestors—37:21 - 2021



  5. Explore New Zealand research topics on the Heritage et AL blog site.
  6. Record Finder: Use the FamilySearch Record Finder learn about types of New Zealand records.

    FS—Wiki: Record Finder


Records

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  1. Explore the Forebears.io site for research records.
  2. Surnames: Search the Geneanet site for New Zealand surnames.