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Who, what, where: How Austria's new 2G rule works
2021年11月5日 · Where do I need to show proof of 3G? Proof of 2G (full vaccination or recovery) is required for customers and visitors in several areas: Gastronomy (ie. restaurants, cafes, bars, whether indoor or outdoor, although employees can still use a test option)
Covid-19 - The Local
Experts in Austria urge early Covid vaccination as new variant spreads A more contagious variant of the coronavirus has been spreading across Austria since June, leading to a steady increase in infection rates even before the new school year begins.
Inside Austria: political developments, climate matters and …
4 天之前 · EU Commission urges Austria to enhance climate measures. The EU Commission has called on Austria to enhance its National Energy and Climate Plan (NEKP), particularly regarding greenhouse gas emissions reductions by 2030.While Austria's plans for expanding renewable energy align with EU targets, the Commission noted that more ambitious actions are required to achieve the planned 48 percent ...
Covid in Austria: Should you get vaccinated this year? - The Local …
2024年7月25日 · Austria's official recommendations . The Austrian National Immunization Committee (NIG) generally recommends an annual vaccination (similar to the flu shots) for everyone over the age of 12. However, the vaccination is strongly recommended for certain risk groups. These are people aged 60 and over, healthcare staff and people with pre-existing ...
Flooding causes chaos across Austria - The Local Austria
2021年7月19日 · People walk on a bridge over a flooded river in Salzburg. Photo: ANTON TEMMEL / APA / FMT / AFP The heavy rains and flooding which hit Germany last week came to Salzburg and Tyrol in Austria over the weekend, resulting in flood alarms sounding across the area, and people having to be rescued by helicopter.
Today in Austria: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
2024年3月18日 · Studies by Austria's Chamber of Labour have found that second-hand cars sold in Austria are overpriced, reported ORF. When taking a look at the prices at 28 used car dealers in Upper Austria, the report found that almost all used cars are overcharged. The reference for the current market value of used cars is the so-called Eurotax list.
'Unprecedented situation': Austria hit by torrential rain and floods
2024年9月15日 · An officer of the fire brigades inspects a bridge as the Wienfluss river overflows its banks on September 15, 2024 in Vienna, Austria. - A fireman in northeastern Austria has died in flooding as the country was hit by torrential rains that have lashed central and eastern Europe, authorities said. (Photo by Alex HALADA / AFP)
Today in Austria: A roundup of the latest news on Monday
2024年9月23日 · The Klimaticket has surpassed 300,000 customers for the first time, with most users based in Vienna, according to the Climate Ministry. Klimaticket is Austria's nationwide ticket for unlimited public transport with yearly costs of €1,095. A recent customer survey reveals a positive shift in mobility habits: 62 per cent of ticket holders who ...