Charter of Workplace Union Delegates Rights Strong, effective and representative unions are essential to building a fair and just society. Unions provide the democratic organisation for working people to have their say at work. Campaign Tools Campaigns involve educating union members, educating the public, informing the media, lobbying politicians, and mobilising members and the public in these tasks, and for public forums, rallies and protests. Here are some campaign tools to help you. Know the boss The number of employers in the Australian rail, tram and bus industry has expanded since privatisation started in Metrobus Melbourne in 1993, third party operators began working the interstate railways in 1995, and rail privatisation took off in 1997. Here is a list of current employers, a short summary of their operations, and contact details. If you have anything to add to any of these profiles, or corrections to suggest, please contact the RTBU National Office at rtbu@rtbu-nat.asn.au to put forward your suggestion. Union Education Delegates and active members lie at the heart of our union’s strength. We commit ourselves to ensuring that these members have the knowledge and skills to play their role in building the power of working people in Australia. Accordingly, the RTBU will: