A man appears to have been stabbed to death in North Melbourne.

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Police are investigating after the discovery bya passer-by about 4.45am this morning.

Emergency services were called to Courtney Street, where the man was found near the entrance to flats.

The man, who is yet to be formally identified, was treated by paramedics at the scene.

He was taken to the Royal Melbourne Hospital but died shortly after.

Police are yet to establish the exact circumstances surrounding his death and the investigation is ongoing.

The dog squad has attended the scene.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Meanwhile, two men have suffered serious stab wounds after being attacked by a group of up to six men in Noble Park.

Police say the victims were walking in the vicinity of Corrigan Road and Green Street about 1am when the attack happened.

The offenders fled on foot with an amount of cash.