The reference list is usually placed on a new page at the end of your assignment. In a large book you may see a reference list at the end of each chapter. Each in-text citation must have a matching entry in your reference list.
There are two kinds of reference lists. One is named Bibliography, the other is named References.
A Bibliography:
A References list:
This is the reference list most commonly asked for. Check with your lecturer for the type of reference list required.
Generally, when creating a reference list:
This is an example of a typical reference list:
References
Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency 2012, Think change, accessed 20 July 2012, <http://www.climatechange.gov.au>.
The Green Patriot Working Group 2008, 50 simple steps to save the earth from global warming, Freedom Press, Los Angeles.
Ha, T 2008, The Australian green consumer guide: choosing products for a healthier planet, home and bank balance, University of New South Wales Press, Sydney.
James, I 2012, 'Main oil refinery explodes killing 39', The Advertiser, 27 August 2012.
Steinfeld, H, Gerber, P, Wassenaar, T, Castel, V, Rosales, M & deHaan, C 2006, Livestock's long shadow: environmental issues and options, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, viewed 20 February 2012, <www.fao.org/docrep/010/a0701e/a0701e00.htm>.