Study: Still Too Few Women on Austrian Company Boards

The proportion of female board members has risen to 12.5%, but 58% of Vienna Stock Exchange companies still have all-male boards.
Rathaus Ice Skating Rink Opens for 30th Year

Open daily from 10am to 10pm, the attraction runs until 2 March and is among the largest open-air artificial ice rinks in the world.
49,000 Residents Ordered to Repay Vienna’s Housing Bonus

The scheme was introduced in 2023 to help residents manage rising living costs and has benefited more than 620,000 households.
Vienna to Introduce Alcohol-Free Zone Near Floridsdorf Station

The ban at Franz-Jonas-Platz, following a similar zone established at Praterstern in 2018, will begin next month.
Schallenberg Urges Unity in First Speech as Interim Leader

In his speech, Schallenberg stressed the importance of safeguarding Austria’s democracy and reaffirmed its commitment to the EU.
Austrian Advertising Market Sees Unexpected Growth in 2024

Traditional media dominated the market, growing by 6.2% to €4.96 billion, while print remained the leading platform, followed by television.
ÖBB Reduces Discount Card Prices, But Eliminates Popular Option

ÖBB is reducing the price of the Vorteilscard Classic from €99 to €71 while scrapping the popular Vorteilscard 66.
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.