Austrians Struggle With Phone Dependency, Study Reveals
While 35% of Austrian respondents check their emails on the toilet, about 1/4 of Austrians use their phones in the bathroom to play games.
Study Highlights Long-Term Benefits of Civil Service for Austria’s Youth
The study, conducted by the Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU) on behalf of the Federal Chancellery, surveyed 14,616 individuals in 2023 using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
Record Low in Apprenticeship Providers as Labor Shortages Worsen
Austria experienced a significant decline in the number of companies offering apprenticeships in 2023, hitting a new long-term low of 27,083 businesses.
A Third of Austria’s Iconic Hallstätter Glacier Lost Since 2006
The Hallstätter Glacier, the largest glacier in the mountain range in the Northern Limestone Alps (shared between Austria and Bavaria), is beyond saving, even in the most optimistic climate scenarios.
Schools in Vienna to Receive Free Public Transport Tickets for Field Trips
The initiative aims to ease the financial burden on families and ensure all students can participate in school trips, regardless of their socioeconomic background.
Vienna’s Airport Profit Up By 31% in First half 2024
In July 2024, Vienna Airport recorded its highest monthly passenger volume in history, with over 3.3 million travelers passing through its gates
Vienna to Raise Fees for Water, Waste and Parking from 2025
A 40 sq m household will face an additional monthly cost of €1.35, while a 90 sq m household will see an increase of €3.11.
Vienna Offers Free Dog Registration Until October
Dog registration and microchipping are compulsory, and failing to comply could result in a fine of up to €7,500.
E-Scooters Remain Allowed on Public Transport
Scooters must be folded at all times, and riding a scooter on a station platform will result in a €50 fine.
Austrian Gas Storage 90% Full for Winter
Austrian gas storage levels stand at a robust 90.32%, with similar levels observed in Italy, Slovakia and Germany.