Vienna: Tram 49 Out of Service from 24 February to Mid-April
During the disruption, which will continue until mid-April, tram lines 46 and 52 will cover most of line 49’s route.
Austrian Campsites See 8.5M Stays as Growth Continues
Carinthia, Tyrol and Salzburg emerged as the most popular regions, while Lower Austria and Vienna recorded the fewest overnight stays.
All Austrian Police Officers Equipped with Body Cameras
Officers, particularly those on patrol, now also have access to smartphones with upgraded policing apps.
NEOS Expected to Rejoin Coalition Talks
It remains unclear how far the ÖVP and SPÖ are willing to accommodate NEOS demands, particularly on pension reform.
Counterfeit Banknotes Rise by 30% in Austria
The €50 banknote was the most commonly forged, with 4,258 notes (41.7%) seized, followed by the €100 and €20 notes.
Austria Sees 21% Increase in Red-White-Red Cards
The increase is part of the government’s efforts to tackle the shortage of skilled workers and attract talent from abroad.
Vienna Hospitals to Get €3.3bn Upgrade as Patient Numbers Rise
Outpatient clinics saw a 5.7% increase in patients last year, reaching 5.2 million, while inpatient admissions rose by 3.3% to 243,636.
ATM Explosion in Vienna as Series of Attacks Continues
The incident follows a troubling series of ATM explosions across several districts in Vienna, with attacks also reported in Lower Austria.
ÖVP and SPÖ Reach Budget Deal in Coalition Talks
It is unclear whether the agreement includes scrapping the climate bonus and education leave or raising the retirement age.
Wien Energie to Offer €100 Bonus for Low-Income Households
The one-off payment begins on 17 March and is available to customers exempt from the ORF household levy due to financial hardship.