A man was stabbed in the chest in Hermannsburg over the weekend, allegedly by his partner, NT Police said.

Police director of communications Mark Wilton said that about 5am Sunday, police received reports that a 49-year-old man had been stabbed in the chest with an ‘edged weapon’ in a Hermannsburg house.

He said a 52-year-old woman, who is believed to be the partner of the victim, was charged with unlawfully causing serious harm, and was remanded to appear in Alice Springs Local Court on Monday.

The victim was taken to Alice Springs Hospital.

Police are asking anyone who saw the stabbing to call them on 131 444, or make an anonymous report by calling Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or make a report through the website.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732).

For mental health difficulties, you can call the NT Mental Health Line on 1800 682 288, Lifeline on 13 11 14, the Suicide Callback Service on 1300 659 467, Beyondblue on 1300 224 636, 13YARN (a service run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people) or Mensline Australia on 1300 789 978.

For more mental health support you can also visit the NT Lived Experience Network website here.