
Zagreb City Center to Get Renovated Pedestrian Zone
Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević has signed a decision to select a contractor for the permanent renovation of the Stara Vlaška street, transforming it into a pedestrian zone.
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Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević has signed a decision to select a contractor for the permanent renovation of the Stara Vlaška street, transforming it into a pedestrian zone.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević confirmed the presence of legionella in the Mladost outdoor pools, announcing their closure until new test results are available and suggesting the pools need reconstruction.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has provisionally lifted its suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee, moving closer to allowing Russian athletes to compete in future Olympic Games, including the 2028 Los Angeles Games. This decision has drawn strong protests from Ukraine, which deems it premature.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević responded to criticism regarding ongoing road works and separate yellow lanes in Savska and at the intersection with Vukovarska. He stated that the works were announced months ago and that minor accidents occurred due to people ignoring warnings.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević announced radical traffic changes aimed at making public transport faster and more reliable, with works scheduled to begin tonight. The press conference was delayed due to an evacuation.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević shared a humorous video explaining the decision to extend operating hours for hospitality venues during Croatian national football team matches.

Tomislav Tomašević stated that the coalition agreement between Možemo! and SDP, along with the decision on the prime ministerial candidate, will be signed once approved by both parties' bodies.

The Drito Party criticizes the second mandate of Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević.

The Mayor of Zagreb, Tomislav Tomašević, posted a picture on Facebook celebrating the completion of a renovated interchange, but the image humorously showed toy cars driving in the wrong direction.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević and a delegation laid wreaths at central memorials to commemorate Statehood Day, Zagreb Veterans' Day, and Zagreb City Day.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević has addressed the possibility of the city implementing a ban on alcohol sales between 9 PM and 6 AM. He stated that the potential ban is still under consideration.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević and Vukovar Mayor Ivan Penava are engaged in a public dispute over the commemoration of Zagreb's liberation in 1945. Penava sent a letter arguing that Zagreb was not 'liberated' at that time, while Tomašević affirmed his commitment to marking the event as the city's liberation from the Ustaše.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević presented the Jarun Bridge project, a key infrastructure development for western Zagreb aimed at relieving traffic and including a tramway, with construction slated to begin in mid-2028 and costs expected to be double initial estimates.

The Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) has accused Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević of failing to secure funds for summer vacations for children with disabilities for a second year. This accusation has sparked significant public and political reactions regarding the city's priorities.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević announced the opening of the underpass on Slavonska Avenue after all key works, including asphalt paving and signalization, were completed.

The "Walk for Life, Family and Croatia" organization accused Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević of denying their permit for a stage on Ban Jelačić Square after, for the first time in 11 years, he requested a list of performers.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević has announced that the city will approve aid for grave sites damaged in a recent storm, reversing an earlier policy that only compensated for personal vehicles, following public criticism.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević addressed the delay of an early warning system message regarding schools, which arrived over an hour late, causing some students to already be en route.

Representatives of the Drito party in the Zagreb City Assembly have warned against 'hyper-employment' in the City Administration, highlighting Mayor Tomislav Tomašević's plan to hire 200 new people this year. Particular concern has been raised over 15 new positions slated for the Mayor's Office.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević visited the construction site of a residential and commercial building in Podbrežje, announcing that nearly 300 affordable and social rental apartments will be completed by the first half of 2027, housing approximately one thousand residents.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević unveiled a multi-million kuna project to renovate the Branimirova Market, one of the city's most popular and historic markets, aiming to address its long-standing dilapidated state.

The Zagreb City Assembly has adopted Mayor Tomislav Tomašević's proposal to initiate a procedure for assessing the constitutionality of the Spatial Planning Law, with 30 representatives voting in favor and ten against.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević is considering suing the Croatian government over the organization of the handball team's welcome, a move opposed by 'Liberals' who prioritize other city issues.

A construction site at Vukovarska-Savska in Zagreb, which was closed by the State Inspectorate on Tuesday, has been reopened with work resuming. Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević urged all parties involved to coordinate their efforts.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević addressed the arrival of musician Thompson at Kino SC for a book promotion, clarifying that Kino SC is not under the city's jurisdiction, while HDZ's Mislav Herman criticized the city's 'censorship scissors.'

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević stated that Zagreb was among the few Croatian cities to end 2025 without a budget deficit, contrasting with several other major cities.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević confirmed that Filip Jurišić, former head of the Zagreb Digital City branch, resigned and was expelled from the Možemo! party and Zagreb Holding due to misuse of a company card.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević stated that Anti-Fascist Struggle Day has been undisputed for 35 years and remains a fundamental part of Croatia's constitution, despite recent attempts to revise history.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević and Minister Radovan Fuchs visited the Podbrežje kindergarten, which they described as the 'greenest building in Zagreb.'

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević stated in an interview that his second mandate will focus on development, announcing the imminent opening of long-awaited projects, including the start of construction for a new stadium in Kranjčevićeva. He also spoke about Gay Pride and the 'Walk for Life'.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević has denied that the dismissal of the head of city wardens is related to the singer Thompson or the reception for the handball players. He stated that the decision was made earlier.

Croatian President Zoran Milanović and Prime Minister Andrej Plenković participated in the official ceremony for Zagreb City Day, held in the Old City Hall, where Mayor Tomislav Tomašević highlighted numerous ongoing projects and their meeting was captured in photos.

The Drito club of city councilors in Zagreb has alleged a conflict of interest regarding the City of Zagreb Award given to the Restart association and poet Marko Pogačar. They claim Pogačar is a supporter of Mayor Tomislav Tomašević.

Zagreb's HDZ party has publicly criticized Mayor Tomislav Tomašević and his Možemo! party regarding a controversial advertisement and the use of public funds. They accused the party of losing touch with reality in their progressive agenda.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević laid wreaths to mark the anniversary of the collapse of the Independent State of Croatia (NDH) regime. He emphasized the historical significance of the day.

Wreaths were laid and candles lit in Zagreb on the 31st anniversary of the rocket attack that killed seven and wounded over 200 civilians. Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević stated that many have not learned from the event.

Mayor Tomislav Tomašević announced five new capital investments totaling 23 million euros for cultural initiatives in Zagreb.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević announced the reopening of the historic Kavana Corso cafe in Gundulićeva Street, fulfilling a long-standing election promise made by former mayor Bandić.

On World Roma Day, Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević awarded 108 scholarships to Roma students for the 2025/2026 academic year, emphasizing the importance of education and equality for the Roma community.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević has responded to an inquiry by independent representative Dina Dogan regarding his professional and academic background, clarifying that he studied at Cambridge, not Oxford, after previous vague responses.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević reported that city services responded to over 100 incidents, primarily involving firefighters and fallen trees, and urged citizens to remain cautious overnight and into the next day.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević stated that stopping the 'Small Manhattan' project could cost the city between 30 and 50 million euros, indicating that the project cannot be halted.

ZAGREBAČKI gradonačelnik Tomislav Tomašević rekao je kako mural u podvožnjaku ispod Vjesnikova nebodera, posvećen hrvatskim vojnim jedinicama iz Domovinskog rata, nema dozvolu Grada.

The Zagreb City Assembly has supported Mayor Tomislav Tomašević's decision to file a constitutional complaint against the government for taking over the welcome event for the handball team.

The Zagreb City Assembly adopted a conclusion by Mayor Tomislav Tomašević to initiate proceedings for assessing the constitutionality of the Spatial Planning Law with the Croatian Constitution.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević responded to questions about President Zoran Milanović, stating that Milanović had already denied a 'spin' and questioned why he was being asked 'what if' scenarios again. The exchange highlights ongoing political discourse.

A resident of the Borovje neighborhood in Zagreb has publicly appealed to Mayor Tomislav Tomašević, urging him to address long-standing issues in the area, stating that residents are 'suffocating' from the problems.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević presented the 'Activating Green Courtyards for Carbon Neutrality' (ActGREEN) project, outlining further plans for greening the city's urban spaces.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević confirmed that Filip Jurišić, former head of Zagrebački digitalni grad, is no longer a member of the Možemo! party or an employee of Zagreb Holding, having resigned after a controversy.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević and Minister of Science, Education, and Youth Radovan Fuchs opened a new 'greenest kindergarten' in Podbrežje, which will accommodate 200 children in ten groups starting in the autumn.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević stated that the HDZ party has never apologized for insulting his Možemo party, calling them "sectarians, parasites, and charlatans."

Residents of Prečko, Vrbani, and Jarun in Zagreb have launched a petition opposing the planned route of the Jarun Bridge, a significant traffic project announced by Mayor Tomislav Tomašević. They warn that it will be too late once construction begins.

Dario Zurovec, Mayor of Sveta Nedelja, has accused Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević of focusing on him while USKOK investigations in Zagreb halt joint water supply projects.

Na današnji dan 2021. godine, prije točno pet godina, dali ste nam povjerenje da vodimo Zagreb. Hvala vam - napisao je gradonačelnik Tomislav Tomašević na svojim društvenim mrežama.

Ivan Matijević, president of Zagreb's HDZ, stated on Monday that Kosta Kostanjević's admission of guilt fully exposed Mayor Tomislav Tomašević, who had defended him for months. The City of Zagreb responded that the mayor had publicly condemned the actions.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević has strongly condemned the brutal beating of a Filipino man in the city center. He emphasized the importance of Zagreb remaining a safe city for all its residents and visitors.

Landowners along the planned route of Zagreb's western Jarun Bridge are protesting the city's compensation offers, which they deem 'outrageous,' as Mayor Tomislav Tomašević announced construction is set to begin in mid-2028.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević has presented a record 171 scholarships to students with disabilities for the 2025/2026 academic year, marking the highest number ever awarded under the program.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević announced plans for the city's first major Kunsthalle, alongside five new cultural infrastructure projects, with an estimated value of €100 million.

The "Walk for Life, Family and Croatia" organization accused Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević of denying them a permit for a stage on Ban Jelačić Square, claiming he requested an unprecedented list of performers.

Tomislav Tomašević, now the mayor of Zagreb, spoke in 2013 about his student life at Cambridge, mentioning parties and balls during his time there on a Chevening scholarship.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević has unveiled a financial aid model for residents whose properties were damaged in recent storms, with the city covering up to 70% of damages to homes and cars, capped at 15,000 and 5,000 euros respectively.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević announced that ZET public transport ticket prices and other city service fees will remain unchanged, attributing the stability to the government's measures to absorb price shocks.

Tomislav Tomašević i Sandra Benčić u subotu su dobili nove mandate na mjestu koordinatora stranke Možemo!, koji će im, nakon izmjene statuta, trajati četiri godine umjesto dvije, a u svojim su…

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević stated he does not know how the creators of a large mural dedicated to Croatian military units entered the underpass below the Vjesnik skyscraper, as no permit was issued.

The Zagreb City Assembly, led by the ruling majority, approved Mayor Tomislav Tomašević's proposal to file a constitutional complaint against the government regarding the handball team's reception on February 2.

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević stated that if the government can occupy public land without permission, no city in Croatia retains autonomy, ahead of a vote on a constitutional complaint against the government.