September Floods Cause €1.3 Billion in Damages
Researchers said individuals and businesses were affected, but timely investments in flood defences prevented worse losses.
Former Vienna Rail Station to Become Major Housing Development
Initial discussions on transforming the site, near Augarten park in Vienna’s 20th district, into a residential area began in the early 2000s.
Van der Bellen Continues Talks on New Government
NEOS leader Beate Meinl-Reisinger and Green Party head Werner Kogler are meeting the president at Hofburg Palace on Tuesday for talks.
Vienna to Increase Subsidies for Christmas Street Lights
The Christmas decoration subsidy will rise from 50% to 75% to support businesses during tough economic times.
Union Calls for Pay Rise in Trade and Railways
Specific wage demands will be announced at the start of the negotiations, but this autumn’s focus is on industries like trade and railways.
Man Rescued After Hours Trapped in Toilet Container
The trapped man appeared to be in good spirits after being rescued, as he had probably slept in the toilet container.
Apprenticeships on the Rise in Vienna as Female Numbers Grow
Around 3,400 companies in Vienna now offer apprenticeship, with the city council training about 600 apprentices in over 20 professions.
President Meets Party Leaders as Coalition Speculation Continues
The first to meet with Alexander Van der Bellen is Austrian Chancellor and ÖVP leader Karl Nehammer, followed by SPÖ leader Andreas Babler.
School in Linz Evacuated After Bomb Threat During Week of Alerts
A Linz school was evacuated Friday after an anonymous bomb threat, during a week of similar threats across Austria’s railway stations.
Study: Retail Spaces in Austria in Decline
The decline has persisted for a decade but accelerated in the last two years, particularly affecting footwear, electronics, furniture, and clothing.