Severe winds hitting speeds of up to 155km/h (96mph) have caused nearly 90,000 properties without power and led agencies to halt over 100 flights, according to regional news sources.
The gales are influencing the complete southern region and southern parts of the northern region, per the country's meteorological service.
Officials in New Zealand have released infrequent red wind warnings - the most severe warning - in central regions including Wellington and Canterbury.
People have been urged to remain inside, stay off roads, and make arrangements for more utility disruptions.
Extensive Impact and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss appears to be affecting homes predominantly in the South Island, while agencies state that power was being slowly brought back.
Regional news have reported that in certain areas structures have suffered roof damage, and power lines and trees have been toppled by the gales.
Within the capital, a man was lost his life after being struck by a falling limb at a frequent walking route on earlier this week.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a individual was swept into approaching vehicles on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a moment that was captured in a widely shared car camera footage.
Flights to and from the metropolis have been cancelled as a result of the winds, while various routes and public facilities are also closed.
Simultaneously local leaders have announced a state of emergency, to support disaster response efforts.
Strike Action Alongside Severe Weather
The wild winds on this day coincide with numerous of educators, medical professionals and government employees take part in what has been termed a "major walkout", calling for better pay and working conditions.
But the extreme weather has pressured them to alter some of their plans, with several external protests relocated inside or cancelled.
Like conditions are impacting the neighboring country, bringing a period of extreme heat to the country's outback.
Agencies have issued flame prohibitions for concern about bushfires.
