Delegates

Michael Toussaint
VAU President and ALS Paramedic

Meal break warnings, 10-hour breaks, overtime payments; these aren’t things that our employers gave us out of the goodness of their heart. Every allowance and condition we enjoy is the direct result of the work of a delegate like you. Someone who looked around their workplace and thought, we can do better.

Becoming a delegate is a step towards improving the lives of workers in our industry. If you are feeling overwhelmed by that concept, just know that you have the support of a whole network of delegates and union officials. The VAU is the largest and most successful independent ambulance union in the world. We got there because we put our members first and we support each other. You can always reach out to more experienced delegates or contact the office for assistance. As president, I am happy to offer my guidance and support personally.

Welcome to the role of delegate and thank you for your contribution.

Lani Campbell

VAU Vice President and Triple Zero Calltaker & Dispatcher

In accordance with the rules of the VAU, State Council may appoint a person to a vacant elected office where more than 25% of the term of office has passed.

State Council has appointed Lani Campbell, formerly Executive member, to the position of Vice President, effective from Wednesday 12 August 2026, for the remainder of the term which will end on 30 May 2027.

Lani comes from a background of working for Triple Zero Victoria (TZV). She actively responds to member queries and campaigns – meeting members inside and outside the office.

Brett Howard
Ambulance Attendant

Brett spent 10 years as a Patient Transport Officer and 14 years an Ambulance Attendant. Brett joined the VAU because he wants to see more recognition for the skills and the work people do in NEPT. Brett has been active in recruiting new members. He has also been a strong advocate for the rights of patient transport ambos, particulary with regards to achieving paid meal breaks. 

Rhiannon Davis
ALS Paramedic

Rhiannon has been a paramedic for 6 years, and is currently based at Hamilton branchin Barwon South West. She joined the VAU because she wanted to be part of a Union purely focused on the ambulance industry. She became an active delegate in 2020 because she believed in the collective power of workplace advocacy and union membership.