Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Reports of Pressure from Stocker on ORF and Vienna

vor 13 Stunden - VOL.at

The Federal Chancellery, however, did not want to confirm the corresponding statements to the "Kurier". Nevertheless, there definitely seem to be voices within the ruling party in favor of canceling the...weiterlesen »

The Starting Signal for New Entry-Exit System at Vienna Airport is Imminent

vor 14 Stunden - VOL.at

From Sunday, member states will begin its gradual introduction. With the automated IT system, travelers from third countries intending a short stay (up to 90 days) in the Schengen area will be recorded...weiterlesen »

Climate Demonstration Will Paralyze Vienna Again on Friday

vor 14 Stunden - VOL.at

At 3:00 PM on Friday, demonstrations will start in Vienna and Linz, while Graz will join with a rally next Tuesday due to regional guidelines, as stated in a press release from FFF on Wednesday. The protest...weiterlesen »

ImmoInsights: The New Real Estate Special on VIENNA.at

vor 14 Stunden - VOL.at

Today we have an announcement of our own: In recent months, a lot has been happening behind the scenes at VIENNA.at. We have conducted research, interviewed experts, and delved into data to be able to...weiterlesen »

E-Mobility Promotion for Two-Wheelers Starts: Up to 1,800 Euros for Private Individuals

vor 15 Stunden - VOL.at

Private individuals can receive support for switching to e-mopeds, e-motorcycles, and charging infrastructure. Companies, municipalities, and associations, on the other hand, are supported in the use of...weiterlesen »

Green Party Criticizes Government After Signa Case

vor 15 Stunden - VOL.at

The Green finance spokesperson Nina Tomaselli called for an effective anti-fraud law to prevent similar cases in the future. "Those who do nothing are complicit," she directed at the government. Signa...weiterlesen »

"De La Salle" Closure in Vienna-Währing: Education Directorate Assists with School Placement Search

vor 17 Stunden - VOL.at

"It is very regrettable that the private school in Währing has to close. This is a major change for children, parents, and teachers," it was noted. Every family should have the assurance that their child...weiterlesen »

Social Committee Decided on New Rules for Freelance Workers

vor 18 Stunden - VOL.at

With the law, which is set to come into effect at the beginning of 2026, minimum standards and notice periods for employee-like freelance work relationships will be introduced for the first time. At the...weiterlesen »

Tip: New Uniform Flat Rates Planned Nationwide in Austria

vor 18 Stunden - VOL.at

In Austria, tips are not subject to tax, but they are subject to a social security contribution. Due to card payments, the amount of tips in individual businesses has become increasingly visible in recent...weiterlesen »

Bike Path in Linz Bus Terminal Causes Confusion

vor 19 Stunden - VOL.at

Red-marked multi-purpose lanes run between the bus and car lanes in the middle of the roadway before they end abruptly. The cycling lobby sees the solution as "well-intentioned, but not well implemented."...weiterlesen »

Education Leave Abolished: New Model of Further Education Allowance Adopted

vor 19 Stunden - VOL.at

Before the vote, individual amendments to the bill were made through a change request to address objections raised during the review process. However, the tightened access criteria for educational leave...weiterlesen »

Ministry of the Interior emphasizes: Random Gender Change Not Possible

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

In the case first reported by the "Krone," a man changed his gender entry shortly before starting a three-month prison sentence. According to Walter P., who has since appeared as Waltraud P., the aim of...weiterlesen »

Renting or Buying? What Will Be More Worthwhile in Vienna in 2025

vor 20 Stunden - VOL.at

According to ImmoScout24 , the average price per square meter for rental apartments in Vienna in the first quarter of 2025 was 20.42 euros – an increase of almost 9% compared to the previous year. As reported,...weiterlesen »

NIKI-Awards 2025: These Are the Winners

vor 21 Stunden - VOL.at

Also receiving a NIKI as Newcomer of the Year on Wednesday was Lilli Tagger, and the Special Award went to Gerhard Berger, Helmut Marko, and Toto Wolff. After the ÖSV went empty-handed in the main categories...weiterlesen »

New Season Quota Regulation Goes into Review

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

On Wednesday, the federal government sent the seasonal quota regulation for review. This increases the annual quotas to 5,500 seasonal jobs, with an additional 2,500 places for workers from the EU accession...weiterlesen »

Free Self-Defense Courses for Girls and Women in Vienna

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The MUT association is organizing a self-defense course for women aged 14 and over who live or work in Vienna on October 25 and November 15, 2025. Under the title "Women & Self-Worth – Self-Confidence,...weiterlesen »

EU Parliament for Ban on Veggie "Burger" Designation

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The planned changes to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) aim to address the challenges that European farmers increasingly face. They are intended to particularly reduce administrative burdens, which...weiterlesen »

Climate Demonstration Will Paralyze Vienna Again on Friday

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

At 3:00 PM on Friday, demonstrations will start in Vienna and Linz, while Graz will join with a rally next Tuesday due to regional guidelines, according to a statement from FFF on Wednesday. The protest...weiterlesen »

Pro-Palestine Protest in Front of Vienna's Main University: Police Deployed in Large Numbers

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Around 60 to 65 people had gathered for an unregistered spontaneous demonstration, the police informed the APA. For about two hours, the authorities have been working to dissolve the assembly due to safety...weiterlesen »

Reduction of VAT on Food: Debate in Government Continues

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) maintained that a reduction in the value-added tax on food would only be feasible with appropriate counter-financing. State Secretary Barbara Eibinger-Miedl (ÖVP)...weiterlesen »

After Diversion for Wöginger: This is What the Coalition Says

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Both Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger (NEOS) and Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) refrained from criticizing Wöginger. Meinl-Reisinger did not comment on the court decision but emphasized...weiterlesen »

Catholic Private School "De La Salle" Must Close Location in Vienna-Währing

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Classes and afternoon care are to continue without restriction until then, the school association announced in a statement on its homepage . The main reason given was rising costs. "At the Währing location,...weiterlesen »

Reactions to the Three-Year Conclusion in Civil Servant Health Insurance

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer (SPÖ) pointed out that the regulation is designed innovatively. Lower incomes would fare better through the fixed amounts. His thanks also went to the unions. Yesterday,...weiterlesen »

Designations for Veggie Products Occupy EU Parliament

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

In the report up for vote in the EU Parliament, several specific terms have been introduced through an amendment. These include "steak", "schnitzel", "hamburger", and "sausage". These would then only be...weiterlesen »

Civil Servant Health Insurance Agreement: This Applies Until 2028

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

Between January 2026 and the end of June 2026, there will be no salary increase. From July 2026 to July 2027, the salary will increase by 3.3 percent, according to Civil Servants State Secretary Alexander...weiterlesen »

Football and "GameCity": Here are the Traffic Jams in Vienna This Weekend

vor einem Tag - VOL.at

The World Cup qualifier match against San Marino will take place on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 8:45 PM. Over 30,000 fans are expected at the stadium, which will affect evening traffic in the capital....weiterlesen »

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