Pupils Explore Democracy in Interactive Game at Austrian Parliament
The pupils are divided into small groups to investigate questions such as what defines a liberal democracy and the role parliament plays.
FPÖ Leads as Austria’s Election Polls Show Little Change
The right-wing Freedom Party (FPÖ) remains ahead in the polls as Austria’s parliamentary elections approach on 29 September, followed by the People’s Party (ÖVP) and the Social Democrats (SPÖ).
Less Than a Third of Children in Austria in Full-Day Schools
According to the Education Ministry, only 30.9% of children in Austria attended a school offering full-day care in the last school year.
Election Decision Tool Comes Online
Wahlkabine.at helps voters determine their preferred party by asking 25 questions curated by a team of journalists and scientists.
Nine Parties Confirmed for Austrian Elections
On 29 September, the ballot will feature four smaller parties along with the five parties currently in parliament.
Small Parties Race to Qualify for Austria’s Elections
So far, seven parties have been confirmed, but several smaller parties are still scrambling to gather the necessary support.
FPÖ Leads Austrian Polls, ÖVP and SPÖ Neck-and-Neck for Second Place
An election study shows the FPÖ maintaining a steady lead with 27.1% support, with the ÖVP and SPÖ trailing well behind.
Beer Party Qualifies for September Elections
Founded in 2015 as a satirical political movement, the party now has the necessary 2,600 signatures of support to stand in the elections on September 29.
KPÖ Secures Ballot Spot for September Elections
Despite notable successes in Styria and Salzburg, the KPÖ has not been represented in parliament since 1959.
Austria Begins Signature Collection for September Election
Parties running without nomination from three sitting MPs need to collect at least 2,600 signatures nationwide.