Powerful gusts reaching speeds of up to 155km/h (96mph) have caused nearly 90,000 households lacking electricity and compelled agencies to call off more than 100 air travel services, according to local media.
These gusts are affecting the whole southern region and southern parts of the northern region, according to the country's meteorological service.
Officials in New Zealand have announced rare high-level wind alerts - the top caution category - in key areas such as Canterbury and Wellington.
People have been encouraged to remain inside, refrain from journeys, and get ready for additional utility disruptions.
Broad Destruction and Emergency Response
This outage appears to be affecting residences predominantly in the southern region, while agencies state that energy was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have reported that in various locations structures have suffered roof damage, while power lines and trees have been brought down by the gusts.
Within the capital, a person was lost his life after being impacted by a tree branch at a well-known hiking path on Tuesday.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a woman was swept into oncoming traffic on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a event that was filmed in a widely shared car camera footage.
Aircraft services entering and leaving the metropolis have been halted because of the weather, and certain highways and community centers are shut down.
Meanwhile authorities in Canterbury have declared a crisis declaration, to assist disaster response efforts.
Labor Protests Amid Harsh Weather
The powerful gales on this day occur while tens of thousands of educators, medical professionals and government employees are participating in what has been called a "major walkout", requesting improved salaries and workplace environments.
Yet the intense climate has forced them to alter some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings moved indoors or called off.
Similar gusts are affecting the nearby nation, causing a high-temperature event to the remote areas.
Authorities have issued flame prohibitions for concern about forest fires.
