Intense gales hitting velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left approximately 90,000 properties lacking electricity and led officials to halt more than 100 flights, as reported by local media.
These gusts are impacting the entire southern region and southern parts of the North Island, according to the country's meteorological service.
New Zealand authorities have announced rare red wind warnings - the top caution category - in core zones including Canterbury and Wellington.
People have been encouraged to avoid going outside, avoid travel, and get ready for further electricity and network failures.
Broad Destruction and Crisis Response
The electricity loss seems to be impacting residences mostly in the South Island, although officials state that energy was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have indicated that in certain areas structures have suffered roof damage, and utility poles and vegetation have been knocked down by the winds.
In Wellington, a man was killed after being impacted by a wooden fragment at a popular trail walking spot on earlier this week.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a woman was blown onto oncoming traffic on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a incident that was filmed in a popular vehicle recording.
Air travel entering and leaving the metropolis have been halted as a result of the weather, and certain highways and community centers are shut down.
Meanwhile Canterbury officials have announced a emergency situation, to facilitate emergency management operations.
Labor Protests Amid Severe Conditions
The wild winds on this day occur while many of school staff, physicians and civil servants are engaged in what has been called a "significant labor action", demanding improved salaries and workplace environments.
Yet the severe conditions has compelled them to change various scheduled activities, with some outdoor rallies shifted to interior venues or cancelled.
Like conditions are impacting Australia, causing a period of extreme heat to the country's outback.
Officials have announced fire bans for fear of forest fires.
