Austria’s pensioners are set to receive another increase in 2027. But the amount will depend on the size of the pension, with monthly increases ranging from around €43 for lower pensions to more than €200 for higher ones. VIENNA — Austria’s pensioners can look forward to more money in 2027, but the increase will not be the same for everyone. According to calculations published by Finanz.at, the planned pension adjustment will be applied in different stages depending on the current gross monthly pension. For pensioners with lower incomes, the increase…

A recent cluster of Legionella infections has pushed the issue back into public focus, prompting Austria’s public health authorities to remind residents how to reduce their risk. The Österreichische Gesundheitskasse (ÖGK) warned on Wednesday that knowing transmission routes and early symptoms can make a crucial difference — and that returning from summer holidays is a particularly sensitive moment. Hot‑Water Flushing Recommended After Time Away When water pipes sit unused for days or weeks, warm and stagnant water can create ideal conditions for Legionella bacteria to multiply. ÖGK chief medical officer…

Austria’s demographic landscape is undergoing a historic shift. New data from Statistik Austria shows that 2.55 million people in the country now have a migration background — a dramatic increase of one million compared to 16 years ago. This means 28.2 percent of the population has roots outside Austria, marking one of the most significant demographic changes in recent decades. Who Makes Up Austria’s Migrant Population? The largest groups remain Germans (242,300), followed by Romanians (157,700) and Turkish nationals (123,400). Syrians (114,000) now represent the sixth‑largest foreign community, reflecting recent…