Less School Bureaucracy: Ministry Wants to Drastically Reduce Instructions
1.04.2025 Education Minister Christoph Wiederkehr has announced a comprehensive debureaucratization in the school sector, with 80 percent of ministerial directives to be eliminated by the next school year.
2.9 Percent Inflation in March: What Continues to Drive Prices
1.04.2025 Inflation in Austria rose by 2.9 percent in March compared to the previous year, mainly driven by higher prices for services, food, tobacco, and alcohol.
Elektropop band Kraftwerk goes back on tour and will also stop in Austria
1.04.2025 The electropop band Kraftwerk announces their first major Europe and Germany tour in years - with a performance at the Great Festival Hall in Salzburg.
Police Face Further Cuts
1.04.2025 Internal police documents suggest further cuts, this time affecting the climate ticket and recruitment bonuses. The Ministry of the Interior denies this, but unions are raising the alarm.Minibus crashes into truck: Four dead in accident on the A2
1.04.2025 On Tuesday morning, there was a serious accident on the A2 in Lower Austria between a minibus and a truck, in which four people died.
New Scam Calls: Fraudsters Now Pose as Hospital Staff
1.04.2025 The police are currently warning once again about fraudulent calls, this time involving fake hospital staff or doctors.
Smoking, Betting, and E-Cars Significantly More Expensive from Today
1.04.2025 With the recent government austerity measures, court fees as well as taxes on tobacco products and betting are increasing from today. Additionally, the tax exemption for electric cars and photovoltaic systems is no longer applicable.
Difficult Rescue of Fallen Climber Took Eleven Hours
1.04.2025 The Alpine Rescue of Trentino successfully completed the evacuation of two Carinthian climbers on Monte Brento in the Trentino Sarca Valley near the city of Arco on Monday after an eleven-hour operation.
Vienna City Marathon outdoes itself in 2025
1.04.2025 Never before have there been so many registrations for the Vienna Marathon as this year.
Vienna Repair Voucher Starts Next Round on April 2
1.04.2025 From Wednesday, the Vienna Repair Voucher can be redeemed again. All the information about it here.
Giveaway for the Cinema Release of "VOILÀ, PAPA! THE ALMOST PERFECT SON-IN-LAW"
31.03.2025 On April 10, "VOILÀ, PAPA! THE ALMOST PERFECT SON-IN-LAW", the new comedy starring Christian Clavier, will premiere in Austrian cinemas. You can win movie tickets and vouchers for the French café Le Bol in Vienna with us.
Vienna Election 2025: FPÖ Top Candidate Dominik Nepp in Profile
31.03.2025 Dominik Nepp will run as the top candidate for the FPÖ in the Vienna election 2025. After the Ibiza affair, the party faced a disastrous election result, but on April 27, Nepp aims to create a "blue miracle."
After Notification: SPAR's Reaction to Missing Egg Labeling
31.03.2025 During a spot check by Tierschutz Austria in several Austrian SPAR branches, fresh eggs were discovered that were not marked with the legally required producer code - only the best-before date was printed.
Vienna Has Been in Red Hands Since 1945: These Are the Eight Previous Mayors
31.03.2025 Since the end of World War II, Vienna has continuously had social democratic mayors, with the current officeholder Michael Ludwig continuing this long-standing tradition since 2018 as the eighth city leader.
Murder Plot in Clan Circles Uncovered in Vienna
1.04.2025 Experts from the Federal Criminal Office have uncovered a failed murder plot in Vienna, which is linked to organized crime involving Balkan clans and was supposed to be carried out in February 2020.
Surf Opening 2025: Bigger Parties in Vienna and at Lake Stubenberg
31.03.2025 The Surf Opening, which is taking place nationwide in Austria for the first time this year, is not completely leaving its previous home, Lake Neusiedl.
"Shocking Figures": Government Spending Causes Deficit to Rise to 4.7% of GDP
31.03.2025 Austria's overall budget deficit rose to 4.7 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024 – a significant increase compared to 2023, when the deficit was still at 2.6 percent."Shocking Figures": Government Spending Causes Deficit to Rise to 4.7% of GDP
31.03.2025 Austria's overall budget deficit rose to 4.7 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024 – a significant increase compared to 2023, when the deficit was still at 2.6 percent.
Win a Colorful Package from NESPRESSO including a VERTUO Pop Coffee Machine in Candy Pink
1.04.2025 Win a VERTUO Pop coffee machine in the new Candy Pink color, an ORIGIN Mug cup set, and a sleeve each of the three coffee varieties MASTER ORIGINS Costa Rica, Ginseng Delight, and Vivida for the VERTUO system.
Affordable Art Fair: Art Fair to Take Place in Vienna for the First Time in 2025
31.03.2025 The Affordable Art Fair Vienna celebrates its premiere from May 22 to 25 at the Vienna Marx Halle. 58 galleries from Austria and around the world present works by more than 350 artists.
Renovation Madness on Landstraßer Hauptstraße: Liberals Sound the Alarm
31.03.2025 The planned renovation of Landstraßer Hauptstraße in the 3rd district of Vienna is causing criticism ahead of the Vienna election. The Liberals accuse the red-green district government of "anti-car driver sentiment" and "massive waste of taxpayers' money."
Renovation Madness on Landstraßer Hauptstraße: Liberals Sound the Alarm
31.03.2025 The planned renovation of Landstraßer Hauptstraße in the 3rd district of Vienna is causing criticism ahead of the Vienna election. The Liberals accuse the red-green district government of "anti-car driver sentiment" and "massive waste of taxpayers' money."
Renovation Madness on Landstraßer Hauptstraße: Liberals Sound the Alarm
31.03.2025 The planned renovation of Landstraßer Hauptstraße in the 3rd district of Vienna is causing criticism ahead of the Vienna election. The liberals accuse the red-green district government of "anti-car driver sentiment" and "massive waste of taxpayers' money."
Cause Casinos: Indictment Against Entrepreneur Ronny Pecik
31.03.2025 In the case surrounding the partially state-owned Casinos Austria (CASAG), the WKStA has brought charges against the investor Ronny Pecik.
14 New Trees for Treustraße in Vienna-Brigittenau
31.03.2025 Throughout Vienna, intensive efforts are being made to remove pavement, add greenery, and plant new trees, including in Vienna-Brigittenau, where Treustraße now shines with a new appearance.
Rumors About Delicatessen Counters: This Is What Billa and Spar Say
31.03.2025 Billa and Spar have denied rumors concerning the good old delicatessen counter.
Construction Work for 42nd Vienna Marathon in Full Swing
31.03.2025 The extensive setup work for the 42nd Vienna City Marathon this coming weekend is progressing swiftly with the support of hundreds of helpers, in order to prepare both the course and the large finish area in time for the expected 45,000 participating runners and about 400,000 spectators.
Vienna Danube Island Becomes Stage for Legal Open-Air Club Culture
31.03.2025 Vienna will enable a new format of club culture without consumption pressure in public spaces starting in 2025. With the project "Free Spaces 2025", initiated by the City of Vienna in collaboration with the Vienna Club Commission, a legally clearly regulated area on the Danube Island will be available for music events and cultural formats without commercial pressure for the first time.
Joyride with Consequences: 14-Year-Old Crashes Grandfather's Car in Vienna-Floridsdorf
31.03.2025 A 14-year-old stole his grandfather's car and went on a high-speed joyride in Vienna-Floridsdorf, which ended in a total loss.
Millions in Funding for Climate Project in Vienna
31.03.2025 The climate project "ADUCAT" in Vienna is pleased to receive funding of nearly five million euros. The money comes from the European Regional Development Fund.
Turner Painting Offered in Vienna for 38 Million Euros: Authenticity Confirmed
31.03.2025 A rediscovered work by William Turner (1775–1851), the famous painter of English Romanticism, is being offered for direct sale in Vienna.
Who the Abolition of the Climate Bonus Affects the Most
31.03.2025 Since 2022, there has been a CO2 pricing for heating and fuels in Austria. The climate bonus, which was introduced to offset the additional costs, is to be abolished for budget consolidation. Two studies presented on Monday show who would be most burdened by its removal.
Demand for Ramadan Holiday for Muslims Causes Stir
31.03.2025 A Ramadan holiday for Muslims? This demand by the small party SÖZ has now sparked a heated debate about cultural identity and integration in Austria. The Vienna ÖVP strongly rejects the proposal.
More than 42 Million Overtime Hours Are Not Compensated
31.03.2025 The Chamber of Labour (AK) points out deficiencies in the compensation of overtime in Austria and calls for stricter sanctions for employers.
Fire in Thomasberg: 22-Year-Old Arrested
31.03.2025 In the night from Wednesday to Thursday, an agricultural building on a farm in Thomasberg (Neunkirchen district) was completely destroyed by a fire.
Import Bans and Additional Controls Due to Foot-and-Mouth Disease
31.03.2025 The Styrian Agricultural Councillor Simone Schmiedtbauer (ÖVP) warned on Monday at a press conference about the import of food due to foot-and-mouth disease in Hungary and Slovakia.
100,000 Trees, 35,000 Apartments: Green Program for Vienna Election is Here
31.03.2025 Just under four weeks before the Vienna election, the Green Party's program was presented at the beginning of the week.
Vienna Police Remain in the Dark After Brazen Scaffold Theft
31.03.2025 A scaffold belonging to Meidlinger Gerüstbau GmbH, based in Guntramsdorf, which was "unjustifiably" dismantled at the end of January in Vienna-Margareten, remains missing.
Parcel Delivery with the Tram: Trial Operation for "Public Transport Parcel" Started in Vienna
31.03.2025 In Vienna-Donaustadt, the trial operation of the "Öffi-Packerl" project has begun, where tram passengers can transport packages and pick them up or drop them off at special stations.
Austria's Former Minister Erwin Lanc Has Died
31.03.2025 The former minister Erwin Lanc is no longer alive. He was 94 years old.
Author Barbara Frischmuth is Dead
31.03.2025 The author Barbara Frischmuth is no longer alive. She was 83 years old.
Announcement of Weapon Prohibition Zone in Vienna-Favoriten
31.03.2025 The large weapons prohibition zone in Favoriten, which has been in effect for a year, will be extended for another three months, according to the Vienna police on Monday in response to an APA inquiry.
Police Find Weapons and Nazi Memorabilia in Lower Austria
31.03.2025 Illegal weapons, war materials, various types of ammunition, and Nazi memorabilia have been found in the possession of a 30-year-old from the Scheibbs district.
Mega Salaries Revealed at ORF: Who Cashes In the Most
31.03.2025 The mega-salaries at ORF are once again causing a stir: The current transparency report from the media house reveals which top presenters are raking in gigantic salaries. Leading the pack, as in the previous year, is Ö3 presenter Robert Kratky - with almost 473,000 euros a year.
"Bat Day" is just around the corner at Vienna's MQ
31.03.2025 The Vienna MuseumsQuartier will experience a "Bat Day" this coming weekend.
Smuggling Stopped: Seven Monitor Lizards Rescued at Vienna Airport
31.03.2025 Customs officers at Vienna-Schwechat Airport have seized seven live monitor lizards from a 55-year-old German citizen.
"Shocking Figures": Government Spending Causes Deficit to Rise to 4.7% of GDP
31.03.2025 Austria's overall budget deficit rose to 4.7 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP) in 2024 – a significant increase compared to 2023, when the deficit was still at 2.6 percent.
Rain Caused Fire Brigade Deployments and Accidents in Lower Austria
31.03.2025 Persistent rain triggered numerous fire brigade operations in parts of Lower Austria over the weekend.
Airline Condor Strengthens Presence in Vienna
31.03.2025 The airline Condor is stationing an aircraft in Vienna-Schwechat, offering a daily connection to Frankfurt. From there, Condor flies to 60 additional destinations such as Barbados, Johannesburg, Seattle, and Zanzibar. The British low-cost carrier Easyjet is returning to Vienna after several years of absence.
Passersby Injured in Hit-and-Run: WEGA Apprehends Wanted 37-Year-Old in Vienna-Donaustadt
31.03.2025 A 37-year-old Austrian was arrested by the police in Vienna-Donaustadt after he rammed two pedestrians with his car in the Hietzing district and committed a hit-and-run.
Households Set Aside More Money Last Year
31.03.2025 Statistics Austria reported at the beginning of the week an increase in the savings rate.
21-Year-Old Without a Driver's License Raced in Zigzags Through Vienna
31.03.2025 A 21-year-old driver without a valid driving license evaded a police check in Vienna on Sunday evening at a significantly excessive speed.
15-Year-Old Arrested During Burglary Attempt in Vienna-Meidling
31.03.2025 On Monday, a 15-year-old was caught attempting a break-in at a mobile phone store in Vienna-Meidling.
Viennese Taxi Driver Robbed at Praterstern: Man with Knife Sought
31.03.2025 At the end of February, a taxi driver at Vienna's Praterstern was the victim of a brutal robbery. The police are now searching for the as yet unknown perpetrator.