One Nation on 24 per cent and the Liberals on 14 per cent, prompting analysts to question whether the Liberals could hold seats if those numbers were replicated on election day.

Dr Rahman released a statement earlier this week defending his professional record and noting he was considering legal action over media coverage of the allegations.

Canavan’s first electoral test will come quickly, with the Nationals preparing for the Farrer by-election in May, which was triggered by the resignation of former Liberal leader Sussan Ley.

Littleproud, who has led the Nationals for four years, announced his decision after Question Time on Tuesday, describing himself as “buggered” and saying he no longer had the energy to continue as leader.

“Fiji’s strength lies in its diversity,” he said, pointing to the country’s multiethnic population, including iTaukei, Rotumans, Indo-Fijians, Banabans, Chinese, Pacific Islanders, and other residents.

He confirmed he will remain in Parliament as the Member for Maranoa, saying he still loves representing his electorate

Senator Hanson called for dedicated funding for deportations and visa cancellations, insisting the current system allows dangerous individuals to remain in the community because the government “doesn’t take deporting unwanted people seriously.”

“There are around 115,000 Australians in the Middle East, including approximately 24,000 in the United Arab Emirates.

The Prime Minister said the offer of assistance remained open to any remaining players who sought it.

Victorian Opposition Leader Jess Wilson also called on the government to confirm that no taxpayer funds had been used to purchase followers.