Biggest 2025 Mayoral Candidates and Their Key Promises

Vienna votes on 27 April 2025: meet the top five mayoral contenders and see how record‑low turnout plus 611 000 non‑citizen residents could sway the result.
EU Launches Four Legal Proceedings Against Austria

Austria faces four EU infringement procedures for failing to implement rules on energy markets, building efficiency, food safety, and transport standards.
Gemeindewohnung VS Genossenschaft: Vienna Social Housing Explained

Gemeindewohnung, Genossenschaft, Socialbau are the different kinds of social housing in Vienna. This article explains how they work.
Top 5 Best Co-Working Spaces In Vienna

With its fast-growing tech scene and entrepreneurial spirit, Vienna offers a variety of opportunities for those seeking to grow their businesses.
Where to Donate Clothes in Vienna

Here’s our guide on where and how you can donate clothing, household items, and even furniture to support those in need.
How Austria’s New Deposit System for Drink Containers Works

The deposit applies to all single-use PET plastic bottles, aluminium cans and glass containers displaying the official deposit logo.
Austria Public Holidays 2025: Full List of Days Off

Planning your year in Austria? Knowing the public holidays in Austria for 2025 can help you prepare for long weekends, holidays, and key cultural events. These are official public holidays when many businesses, schools, and government offices are closed: Wednesday, January 1, 2025 – New Year’s Day (Neujahr) Monday, January 6, 2025 – Epiphany (Heilige Drei Könige) […]
How to Take Parental Leave in Austria

How to take parental leave and claim childcare allowance in Austria, whether you’re employed or self-employed.
How To Find Domestic Violence Support in Vienna

Find immediate support for domestic violence in Vienna. Access helplines, shelters, legal aid, and other services to assist women and girls affected by violence. Get help now.
How to Register Your Dog in Vienna

Find out how to microchip and register your dog correctly in Vienna, as well as the costs involved.