Severe gusts reaching velocities of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have caused approximately 90,000 homes lacking electricity and led agencies to call off more than 100 air travel services, according to regional news sources.
These gusts are influencing the complete southern region and southern parts of the North Island, according to the country's meteorological service.
The nation's agencies have announced uncommon red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in core zones such as Wellington and Canterbury.
People have been advised to remain inside, stay off roads, and prepare for more power and communication outages.
Extensive Damage and Emergency Measures
This outage appears to be affecting homes mostly in the South Island, while agencies report that energy was being gradually reinstated.
Regional news have reported that in some places structures have suffered roof damage, while trees and electricity poles have been toppled by the gusts.
Within the capital, a individual was lost his life after being struck by a tree branch at a frequent walking route on earlier this week.
Also in the capital, a woman was blown onto approaching vehicles on a street by a strong gust of wind, in a incident that was filmed in a popular vehicle recording.
Air travel to and from the city have been cancelled due to the gusts, while some roads and libraries are not operating.
Simultaneously Canterbury officials have announced a state of emergency, to facilitate recovery activities.
Labor Protests Alongside Extreme Weather
The wild winds on today coincide with tens of thousands of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been termed a "mega strike", calling for better pay and working conditions.
However the intense climate has forced them to modify various scheduled activities, with some outdoor rallies shifted to interior venues or abandoned.
Similar gusts are also sweeping the nearby nation, bringing a period of extreme heat to the remote areas.
Authorities have issued flame prohibitions for concern about wildfires.
