Wiener Neustadt mourns honorary citizen and National Councilor Arnold Grabner

Wiener Neustadt mourns honorary citizen and National Councilor Arnold Grabner

The city of Wiener Neustadt is in grief for one of its most formative personalities: Arnold Grabner, honorary citizen and long -time Member of the National Council, died on May 29, 2025 at the age of 86. Grabner, who was simply known as "Noldi" by numerous citizens, leaves an impressive political and social heritage.

Arnold Grabner was born on June 15, 1939 and grew up in a Austria that strived for stability and progress after the horrors of the Second World War. After training as a motor vehicle mechanic, he became district secretary of the ÖGB, which laid the foundation for his later political career. Grabner entered politics in 1969 as a municipal council in Wiener Neustadt and held various positions in the following years, including the city council and deputy mayor. He was active in this role until 1981 before he entered the National Council, where he represented the SPÖ and worked until 2001 when he retired well -deserved.

a life for the community

Grabner's commitment to the community was tireless. He supported hundreds of clubs and was a passionate sports spokesman in parliament. Mayor Klaus Schneeberger said that, despite party -political differences, Grabner always worked with passion for people in his city. "His commitment is a lighthouse for all of us," said the mayor in an emotional appreciation.

as a member of the State Party President and the Federal Party Board of the SPÖ Lower Austria, Grabner was also active beyond the city limits. He was also president of the ASSKÖ Lower Austria and campaigned for sports funding in the region. These diverse activities underline its integrative role in society and its endeavor to bring people together.

warm honors and awards

In the course of his career, Grabner was given numerous honors. Including the great golden honor for services to the Republic of Austria and the sports badge of honor in gold. In 2004 he was awarded the honorary citizenship of the city of Wiener Neustadt, a clear expression of appreciation by the citizens. These awards are part of his legacy, which lives on through his work in politics and in sports.

Grabner was not only a political professional, but also a person who helped shape life in his hometown. He remained active until his death and was involved in numerous social activities. His death leaves a large gap in the Vienna Neustadt community, which is remembered as an exemplary fellow citizen and passionate supporters of the domestic clubs.

Arnold Grabner will not only remember as a politician, but also as a person who always had an open ear for the concerns of the people and campaigned for their concerns. The city of Wiener Neustadt and its citizens will honor his memory and give it a worthy memory.

For more information about Arnold Grabner and his life performance, see WN24 or Wikipedia.