Banks Tighten Security After Cash Machine Blasts
Some banks have temporarily taken machines out of service, while others have restricted access to their lobbies at night.
Man Travels from Vienna to China Without Passport or Ticket
The man is believed to have hidden in the aircraft’s toilet for the entire journey before being detained in Shenzhen and sent back to Austria.
Austrian Beer Industry Grows in 2024
Production in 2024 rose by 1.1% to 10.09 million hectolitres, despite “consumer reluctance to spend” amid high inflation.
Austrian Armed Forces Appoint First Female Major General
Sylvia Sperandio, who described her new role as “an honour,” will now oversee Directorate 8 – Military Health Services.
ATMs Blown Up in Wels as Attacks Continue
The two ATMs were blown up early on Monday morning at a shopping centre as a wave of attacks on cash machines continues.
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.