Immigration Minister Peter Dutton resigns

Immigration Minister Peter Dutton has reportedly offered his resignation to Malcolm Turnbull.

Mr Dutton is believed to have sent a message to Mr Turnbull offering to step down from his role, however there has been no confirmation as to whether the Prime Minister has accepted the offer.

Mr Dutton was a strong supporter of former Prime Minister Tony Abbott.

Malcolm Turnbull is due to speak at 10.45am.