Powerful gales hitting speeds of up to 155km/h (96mph) have caused approximately 90,000 households without power and forced officials to halt more than 100 aircraft departures, according to local media.
The gales are influencing the complete southern region and southern sections of the North Island, as stated by the national weather agency.
New Zealand authorities have issued rare red wind warnings - the most severe warning - in central regions including Wellington and Canterbury.
Locals have been advised to avoid going outside, refrain from journeys, and prepare for additional utility disruptions.
Widespread Destruction and Emergency Measures
This outage appears to be affecting homes mostly in the southern region, while agencies say that energy was being restored progressively.
Local media have stated that in some places structures have suffered roof damage, while trees and electricity poles have been toppled by the gales.
Across Wellington, a individual was lost his life after being struck by a wooden fragment at a well-known hiking path on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a female was pushed toward moving cars on a thoroughfare by a strong gust of wind, in a event that was filmed in a widely shared car camera footage.
Flights to and from the city have been cancelled because of the winds, whereas some roads and libraries are not operating.
At the same time authorities in Canterbury have announced a state of emergency, to facilitate disaster response efforts.
Labor Protests During Extreme Weather
The wild winds on today occur while tens of thousands of school staff, physicians and civil servants are participating in what has been described as a "mega strike", calling for higher wages and enhanced employment terms.
However the severe conditions has forced them to modify some of their plans, with several external protests moved indoors or abandoned.
Like conditions are also sweeping the nearby nation, ushering in a high-temperature event to the remote areas.
Officials have declared burning restrictions for concern about wildfires.
