Category: Austrian News

A change in the weather shortly before Christmas will most likely result in snowfall across Austria. This means the chances of a white Christmas are extremely good—even in Vienna. Chances of a white Christmas are decreasingAustria has a good chance of a white Christmas this year. As the experts from Geosphere Austria forecast, an area of low pressure will cause snowfall—even heavier—in the west on Monday. On Christmas Eve, Tuesday, there should also be scattered snowfall in the eastern lowlands. In the first half of Friday, it will be widely…

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Every year again: Even if you have firmly resolved to have done all the important shopping by Christmas, you can always forget something. After all, the pre-Christmas stress should not be underestimated.Whether it’s a few last presents or missing groceries for the holidays, local retailers have the following opening hours on 24 December. Generally, shops are open from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Christmas Eve. This is because workers are employed; therefore, regular working hours end at 1 p.m. on 24 December.However, confectionery shops and flower stores can stay…

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On average, consumer prices in Austria were 1.9% higher in November than a year ago—as expected in the flash estimate just under three weeks ago. According to Statistics Austria, the average price level rose by 0.3% compared to October 2024. Inflation was below the European Central Bank’s (ECB) 2% target for the third month. Household energy as a price damperIn October, the year-on-year price increase was slightly lower at 1.8%. Once again, lower household energy prices proved to be the strongest price dampener in November 2024, with cheaper fuel also…

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Numerous warnings are currently circulating on Facebook. It’s about a scam involving apartments. This is how the trick works.Facebook groups warn people about a new scam being used to scam people looking for an apartment. The perpetrators have other people view apartments that they themselves have booked at short notice via platforms. They then apparently demand a furniture deposit or a deposit. The internet tip is: “Please check whether the apartments have a key box.” If so, you shouldn’t pay anything.“ Please spread the word to anyone you know who…

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Next year, Austria’s pensioners will not only be able to look forward to more money, but the protection clause will also be extended and the aliquotation further suspended. This will bring many advantages, especially for new pensioners. In just a few days, 2024 will be over again, and the new year will also bring some changes. While many things will become more expensive, some social benefits and salaries will increase. Pensioners in Austria will also receive more money, with pensions rising by 4.6 percent. In addition, the safeguard clause will…

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Most Austrians say they spend too much time on their cell phones. A survey of 500 smartphone users conducted by the consulting firm Deloitte revealed that they use their digital devices an average of 36 times daily. Almost a third also stated that they spend at least four hours daily on their phones.According to the survey, the device is particularly popular among 14- to 29-year-olds, who use their cell phones for more than five hours daily. “At the same time, many people are increasingly critical of consumption, with almost two-thirds…

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Drivers need to take action now to apply for an extension of their parking sticker in good time. Large suburbs are particularly affected. Vienna is a short-term parking zone. Only those who have applied for a parking permit can park their cars on the streets for longer. A total of 402,000 Viennese are in possession of a parking sticker, which is valid for a minimum of four months and a maximum of two years. A large number of renewals are due in February. 50,000 parking stickers expire and have to…

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Mild air masses. In the new week, the Alps will be under the influence of a high-pressure system over Western Europe. Mild Atlantic air will reach us and bring temperatures up to 12 degrees. It will, therefore, be very mild. Remnants of snow at low altitudes will melt. According to initial forecasts, a weak disturbance front with scattered rain is set to move through starting Thursday. On Friday, the snow line will be around 400 to 700 meters. The fourth Advent and Christmas forecast indicates that more low-pressure areas will…

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The new year will bring higher gas and electricity bills. The main reasons for this are higher grid costs and the fact that from January, the levies, which were reduced to a minimum during the energy crisis, will once again apply in full. The expiry of the electricity price cap on December 31, 22024, may also lead to higher costs. Household energy bills will rise by several hundred euros a year, depending on the province and energy consumption. Electricity charges for households are expected to rise by an average of…

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