Blane’s

Blane’s Newspapers, Books, Magazines, Stationery, Greeting Cards & Chocolates. We have something for everyone!

That moment when you find a birthday card that makes you laugh before you’ve even opened it 😂Sometimes the best birthday...
13/06/2026

That moment when you find a birthday card that makes you laugh before you’ve even opened it 😂

Sometimes the best birthday card isn’t the soppy one… it’s the one that feels exactly right for the person you’re buying for.

We’ve got a fun range of funny birthday cards in-store, from cheeky and sarcastic to silly, rude-ish and laugh-out-loud.

And yes… this one has started a debate 👇

Are you YOUNG or OLD?
👍 Hit Like if you laugh when you fart
❤️ Hit Love if you fart when you laugh

Pop in and have a browse next time you need a birthday card that’ll actually get a reaction 🎉

It’s mag day! Check out new magazines in store now. We have the biggest range of magazines in southwest Victoria. There ...
10/06/2026

It’s mag day! Check out new magazines in store now. We have the biggest range of magazines in southwest Victoria. There is something for everyone at Blane’s.
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03/06/2026

Some cards just say exactly what we’re all thinking and that’s what makes choosing the right one so fun.

Whether it’s cheeky, heartfelt or somewhere in between, a great card can make someone’s day before they’ve even opened the gift.

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗶𝗻-𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲, 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲.

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t finding the gift… it’s finding the right words. 💌Whether it’s a birthday, a thank you, ...
31/05/2026

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t finding the gift… it’s finding the right words. 💌

Whether it’s a birthday, a thank you, a celebration, a sympathy message, a little “thinking of you”, or one of those moments where you just want someone to know they matter, the right card can say so much.

That’s why it’s worth choosing one in person.

You can read the message inside, compare the designs, find the right tone, and pick something that feels personal for the person receiving it.

We stock greeting cards for all kinds of people, occasions and messages, from funny and heartfelt to simple, sentimental and everything in between.

Next time you need to express your thoughts, pop in and browse our card range.
There’s something to suit everyone. ✨

Love a magazine that gives you a bit of everything? ☕The latest 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝟱 has landed, and it’s packed with those “just one ...
28/05/2026

Love a magazine that gives you a bit of everything? ☕
The latest 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝟱 has landed, and it’s packed with those “just one more page” reads.

Inside this issue, you’ll find real-life stories that range from shocking neighbour drama to unusual love stories, clever wedding savings, and a few jaw-dropping personal journeys. There’s also 𝟱𝟲+ puzzles, plenty of chances to win, and a comforting crowd-pleasing pasta idea for dinner inspiration.

Perfect for a quiet cuppa, your lunch break, or a weekend read when you want something easy to pick up and hard to put down.

Pop in and grab Issue 21, 1 June 2026 next time you’re passing by.

Do you usually go for the puzzles first, or the real-life stories?

Now in store - The Butchers of Colac 1849–2026. ✨A local history book by author Alan Doyle that traces the two-century l...
25/05/2026

Now in store - The Butchers of Colac 1849–2026. ✨
A local history book by author Alan Doyle that traces the two-century legacy of Colac’s butchering industry!

Ever buy a magazine for one story… then end up reading it cover to cover? ☕️The latest 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 looks l...
20/05/2026

Ever buy a magazine for one story… then end up reading it cover to cover? ☕️

The latest 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 looks like one of those lovely weekend reads. A bit of real-life inspiration, a bit of royal intrigue, some handy everyday advice and plenty for the food lovers too.

Inside, Poh shares her thoughts on starting a 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿, Liz Hayes reflects on 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗲’𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝟳𝟬, and there’s a closer look at the Crown’s most elusive royal.

And because it’s 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲, there’s comfort food reading too, including Laura Sharrad’s lamb ragu, winter baking ideas, plus a chance to win $10,000 cash for groceries.

Pop in and grab a copy next time you’re passing. Perfect with a cuppa or tucked away for a quiet Sunday read.

Do you still love sitting down with a printed magazine, or are you more of a quick online reader?

Address

164 Murray Street
Colac, VIC
3250

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm

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+61352314602

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