https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Austria in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed May is one of those months in Austria where a lot of small practical things happen at once. From public holidays and the Pentecost break to expiring ID Austria certificates and new dental co-payments and payroll deadlines, here are the main changes. https://www.thelocal.at/20260427/key-points-what-changes-about-life-in-austria-in-may-2026 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:42:02 +0200 key-points-what-changes-about-life-in-austria-in-may-2026 Despite being a very religious country with plenty of Christian holidays, including Easter Monday, Good Friday is not a day off in Austria. Here's why. https://www.thelocal.at/20220411/why-is-good-friday-not-a-holiday-in-austria Mon, 11 Apr 2022 14:46:28 +0200 why-is-good-friday-not-a-holiday-in-austria Austria has far more people in work than 20 years ago, yet the total work volume barely moved. Why is that and how does it shape the labour market? https://www.thelocal.at/20260312/why-austria-has-more-workers-but-barely-more-hours-worked-than-20-years-ago Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:02:28 +0100 why-austria-has-more-workers-but-barely-more-hours-worked-than-20-years-ago Finding a rental flat in Vienna has become so competitive that estate agents say they are now handling selection processes on behalf of landlords – and when you apply can make a key difference in whether you get an apartment. https://www.thelocal.at/20260310/why-timing-is-everything-in-the-ultra-competitive-vienna-rental-scene Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:39:20 +0100 why-timing-is-everything-in-the-ultra-competitive-vienna-rental-scene Austria scores highly across several areas in a popular ranking, but one weak spot stands out in long-term life planning. https://www.thelocal.at/20260305/does-austria-still-offer-a-high-quality-of-life Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:20:00 +0100 does-austria-still-offer-a-high-quality-of-life Heavy snowfall hit Vienna and other parts of Austria on Friday, causing major disruption to public transport, roads and grounding flights. https://www.thelocal.at/20260220/total-chaos-flights-cancelled-at-vienna-airport-as-austria-sees-extreme-snowfall Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:36:11 +0100 total-chaos-flights-cancelled-at-vienna-airport-as-austria-sees-extreme-snowfall October in Austria brings behind-the-scenes rule changes alongside marquee events. Expect stricter FinanzOnline logins, IBAN name checks and an airport border system rollout, plus Vienna’s museum marathon and National Day highlights. https://www.thelocal.at/20250922/everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-october-2025 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 17:32:13 +0200 everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-october-2025 Across Austria, operators have confirmed fare increases through 2025 and into early 2026, citing inflation, energy costs and subsidy cuts. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.thelocal.at/20250917/how-austrias-public-transport-fare-rises-will-hit-commuters-and-day-trippers Wed, 17 Sep 2025 19:12:31 +0200 how-austrias-public-transport-fare-rises-will-hit-commuters-and-day-trippers Budget airline Ryanair has announced it is reducing its operations at Vienna Airport, with plans to slash three routes and withdraw three planes stationed there. https://www.thelocal.at/20250917/what-to-know-about-ryanairs-plans-to-scrap-routes-at-vienna-airport Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:54:43 +0200 what-to-know-about-ryanairs-plans-to-scrap-routes-at-vienna-airport Just days after Wizz Air announced its complete withdrawal from Vienna, Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair may also reduce flights from the Austrian capital, according to reports. https://www.thelocal.at/20250915/ryanair-signals-possible-cutbacks-at-vienna-airport Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:26:39 +0200 ryanair-signals-possible-cutbacks-at-vienna-airport Ten people were killed in a shooting at a secondary school in the Austrian city of Graz on Tuesday, the city's mayor has confirmed. Austria's president called it an "incomprehensible act". https://www.thelocal.at/20250610/breaking-reports-of-at-least-one-dead-after-shooting-in-school-in-graz Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:40:50 +0200 breaking-reports-of-at-least-one-dead-after-shooting-in-school-in-graz From postal price hikes and new housing rules in Vienna to wage increases, pool openings, and the return of Austria’s biggest culture festival, May brings several practical changes and major public events across the country. https://www.thelocal.at/20250429/everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-may-2025 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:51:40 +0200 everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-may-2025 From major tax reforms and new travel rules to Easter celebrations and the Vienna municipal elections, April brings a wide range of changes across Austria. Here's what to expect. https://www.thelocal.at/20250324/everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-april-2025 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:56:17 +0100 everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-april-2025 March is set to be a politically significant month in Austria, with a new government likely to take office. In addition, key changes include travel updates, financial support measures, salary increases, and infrastructure projects. Here’s an overview of what to expect. https://www.thelocal.at/20250225/everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-march-2025 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:59:26 +0100 everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-march-2025 Austria’s coalition agreement is set between ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS leaders, but political tensions and party votes will decide if the government takes office next week. https://www.thelocal.at/20250227/breaking-austria-settles-on-new-government-as-three-parties-agree-on-coalition Thu, 27 Feb 2025 10:36:06 +0100 breaking-austria-settles-on-new-government-as-three-parties-agree-on-coalition Austria’s far-right-led coalition talks collapsed on Wednesday after FPÖ leader Herbert Kickl withdrew from negotiations. https://www.thelocal.at/20250212/breaking-austrias-far-right-led-coalition-talks-collapse Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:01:24 +0100 breaking-austrias-far-right-led-coalition-talks-collapse Citizenship in Austria could become harder to obtain under a far-right-led FPÖ government. The party is pushing for new restrictions, but how far could the changes go? https://www.thelocal.at/20250203/how-could-austrias-citizenship-laws-change-under-a-far-right-government Mon, 03 Feb 2025 14:05:42 +0100 how-could-austrias-citizenship-laws-change-under-a-far-right-government From changes to beer bottle deposits to iconic winter sports events and school breaks, February brings a mix of traditions, updates, and activities across Austria. Here's an overview of what to expect. https://www.thelocal.at/20250127/everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-february-2025 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:30:16 +0100 everything-that-changes-in-austria-in-february-2025 Austria's laws around remote working change in 2025 bringing updates to accident insurance, workplace agreements, and more. Here's what you need to know. https://www.thelocal.at/20250102/explained-austrias-new-rules-around-remote-working-in-2025 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 14:18:06 +0100 explained-austrias-new-rules-around-remote-working-in-2025 After the far-right won Austria's national elections, foreigns in the country were left wondering what this means. From stricter citizenship laws to reduced social benefits how could life change for immigrants? https://www.thelocal.at/20240925/how-could-a-far-right-government-affect-the-lives-of-foreigners-in-austria Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:49:01 +0200 how-could-a-far-right-government-affect-the-lives-of-foreigners-in-austria