Applications to Join Police Rise in 2024, Ministry Reports
While not everyone who applies is accepted, the acceptance rate has improved significantly due to relaxed criteria, including allowing visible tattoos.
Wet Season Reduces Toxic Caterpillars in Vienna
Measuring 2-3 centimetres and moving in processions from tree to tree, the caterpillars’ toxic hairs can cause severe allergic reactions in humans.
Green Building Facades Becoming More Popular in Vienna
Funding for this initiative was increased in May, with the maximum subsidy set at €10,000 for façade greening and €30,000 for green roofs.
Vienna Police Register 550,000 Emergencies Since January
Police hotlines cater to emergencies such as robberies, thefts, noise disturbances, traffic accidents and medical emergencies.
Vienna Facility Grows 18,000 Trees for the City
The nursery grows species like field maple, hackberry and white ash, which are then relocated to their final destination.
Trio Arrested for 100 Burglaries
The men targeted businesses and catering establishments, stealing primarily cash and tools, resulting in a total financial loss of €270,000.
Entrepreneur Sentenced Over Repair Scheme Fraud
The Viennese entrepreneur is accused of having obtained over €160,000 through fraudulent invoices, despite no repairs being done.
E-Scooter Accident Sparks Renewed Safety Debate
Safety officials are calling for an age limit, as well as extra safety features such as a bell, indicators, a second brake and a speed limit.
Covid-19 Infections Rise in Vienna, New Vaccine Doses Ordered
The increase, expected in the autumn, has arrived early, with more infections predicted as people return from holidays.
Vienna Faces Rise in Abandoned Pets
Animal rescuers have been operating at full capacity, rescuing up to 20 animals per day, a significant increase from the annual average of eight.