Powerful gales hitting speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have caused approximately 90,000 households without power and forced officials to cancel over 100 flights, according to regional news sources.
The gales are influencing the entire southern region and lower areas of the North Island, according to the weather forecasting body.
New Zealand authorities have issued uncommon severe gust advisories - the most severe warning - in central regions encompassing these major districts.
Locals have been advised to stay indoors, avoid travel, and get ready for additional utility disruptions.
Broad Impact and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss seems to be impacting homes mostly in the southern region, while officials state that energy was being restored progressively.
Local media have reported that in certain areas roofs have been ripped off houses, whereas trees and electricity poles have been knocked down by the winds.
In Wellington, a person was lost his life after being struck by a wooden fragment at a popular trail walking spot on earlier this week.
Meanwhile in Wellington, a female was swept into approaching vehicles on a road by a strong gust of wind, in a incident that was filmed in a widely shared car camera footage.
Aircraft services entering and leaving the city have been halted as a result of the weather, while various routes and public facilities are shut down.
Meanwhile Canterbury officials have issued a emergency situation, to support disaster response efforts.
Labor Protests Amid Harsh Weather
These intense gusts on Thursday occur while many of school staff, physicians and civil servants are participating in what has been termed a "significant labor action", demanding improved salaries and workplace environments.
However the extreme weather has compelled them to change certain arrangements, with various open-air gatherings moved indoors or abandoned.
Similar gusts are also sweeping Australia, bringing a heatwave to the country's outback.
Authorities have declared flame prohibitions for concern about bushfires.
