Intense gusts reaching speeds of as high as 155km/h (96mph) have caused around 90,000 properties experiencing outages and compelled officials to halt in excess of 100 aircraft departures, as reported by regional news sources.
These gusts are influencing the complete South Island and lower areas of the North Island, according to the weather forecasting body.
Officials in New Zealand have released uncommon red wind warnings - the most severe warning - in central regions encompassing these major districts.
People have been urged to remain inside, avoid travel, and make arrangements for additional electricity and network failures.
Widespread Damage and Emergency Measures
This outage appears to be affecting residences predominantly in the southern region, although officials state that power was being restored progressively.
Domestic outlets have stated that in certain areas homes have lost their roofs, and utility poles and vegetation have been knocked down by the gales.
Within the capital, a person was fatally injured after being struck by a wooden fragment at a frequent walking route on earlier this week.
Also in the capital, a female was blown onto oncoming traffic on a thoroughfare by a strong gust of wind, in a moment that was captured in a widely shared car camera footage.
Flights in and out of the metropolis have been halted due to the winds, whereas certain highways and community centers are not operating.
Meanwhile Canterbury officials have declared a crisis declaration, to facilitate emergency management operations.
Strike Action Amid Harsh Weather
These intense gusts on today come as numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers are participating in what has been termed a "mega strike", calling for better pay and working conditions.
However the intense climate has forced them to alter some of their plans, with several external protests shifted to interior venues or abandoned.
Similar gusts are impacting the nearby nation, causing a period of extreme heat to the nation's interior regions.
Authorities have announced burning restrictions for concern about bushfires.
