Skills Shortage Biggest Worry for Austrian Businesses

Some 67% of the 500 companies surveyed described the skills shortage as a “very” or “fairly” serious problem.
Austria Faces Egg Shortage After Avian Flu Outbreak

The avian flu outbreak in autumn 2024 caused the deaths of millions of hens across Europe, including 200,000 in Austria.
Vienna to Host Its First ‘Sweatpants Ball’

Organisers hope the new laid-back event will become a standout fixture in Vienna’s famous ball season.
Vienna Ranked Fifth Cleanest City in Europe

The excellent quality of Vienna’s tap water is hailed as an example of Austria’s environmental responsibility.
Generation Z Prioritises Fair Work and Security

Generation Z puts great importance on fair working conditions, with financial success and security also ranking highly. These findings come from a survey by BAWAG and SkillsAustria. Generation Z refers to those born between 1994 and 2010. The poll, which surveyed 500 people in Austria aged 16 to 25, found that 74% considered good […]
Groups Call for Reinstatement of Green Heating Subsidies

NGOs and interest groups have warned that suspending the subsidies could hinder progress in Austria’s heating transition.
What Cities and States in Austria Offer the Highest Salaries?

The average annual gross salary in Austria is €49,121, but there are sharp regional differences
Vienna: Over 330 Reports of Short-Term Rental Violations

Under the new rules introduced in July 2024, rentals are prohibited if the lease exceeds 90 days a year, unless an exception is granted.
Police Abuse Investigations: Only Two Charges in 514 Cases

The ministry has dismissed all criticism of the fairness of the investigations, stating that most allegations are not substantiated.
Austrian Army Neutralises 34 Tonnes of Wartime Explosives

Specialists dealt with 65 cluster bombs, 31 anti-personnel mines and 44 unexploded bombs, each weighing over 50 kilograms.