Arrests Made After Cannabis Plantation Found in Former Pub
A local resident told investigators that, for months, suspicious individuals had been entering and leaving the closed-down pub.
Budget Airlines Boost Presence at Vienna Airport
Austrian Airlines (AUA) continued to lead passenger traffic at Vienna Airport in 2024, holding a 46% market share.
Study: Still Too Few Women on Austrian Company Boards
The proportion of female board members has risen to 12.5%, but 58% of Vienna Stock Exchange companies still have all-male boards.
Rathaus Ice Skating Rink Opens for 30th Year
Open daily from 10am to 10pm, the attraction runs until 2 March and is among the largest open-air artificial ice rinks in the world.
49,000 Residents Ordered to Repay Vienna’s Housing Bonus
The scheme was introduced in 2023 to help residents manage rising living costs and has benefited more than 620,000 households.
Vienna to Introduce Alcohol-Free Zone Near Floridsdorf Station
The ban at Franz-Jonas-Platz, following a similar zone established at Praterstern in 2018, will begin next month.
Skills Shortage Biggest Worry for Austrian Businesses
Some 67% of the 500 companies surveyed described the skills shortage as a “very” or “fairly” serious problem.
Vienna to Host Its First ‘Sweatpants Ball’
Organisers hope the new laid-back event will become a standout fixture in Vienna’s famous ball season.
Vienna Ranked Fifth Cleanest City in Europe
The excellent quality of Vienna’s tap water is hailed as an example of Austria’s environmental responsibility.
What Cities and States in Austria Offer the Highest Salaries?
The average annual gross salary in Austria is €49,121, but there are sharp regional differences