Austria was represented by Anita, with the song "Einfach weg", at the

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, which took place on 5 May in

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. The song was chosen through a national final organised by broadcaster

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Before Eurovision

National final

The final was held on 22 March 1984 at the ORF TV Studios in Vienna, hosted by Vera Russwurm. The winning song was chosen by a jury of 250 viewers who voted by telephone.

At Eurovision

On the night of the final Anita performed thirteenth in the running order, following

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and preceding

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. At the close of voting "Einfach weg" had received 5 points, placing Austria 19th (last) of the 19 entries. The Austrian jury awarded its 12 points to

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Voting

References

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Countries in the Eurovision Song Contest 1984

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