A man has been rushed to hospital following an alleged domestic violence assault at Burleigh Heads.

The 53-year-old was allegedly attacked by a woman known to him in a parkland area at the corner of 2nd Avenue and the Esplanade around 6.00pm.

He suffered a number of puncture wounds and was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to the Gold Coast University Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

Police have confirmed investigations into the alleged assault are ongoing.

If you or anyone you know needs help, you can call 1800-RESPECT.

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