Intense gusts hitting speeds of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left nearly 90,000 homes without power and compelled agencies to halt more than 100 aircraft departures, according to local media.
The winds are impacting the complete southern region and lower areas of the northern region, according to the weather forecasting body.
The nation's agencies have announced rare red wind warnings - the highest alert level - in central regions including Wellington and Canterbury.
Locals have been encouraged to avoid going outside, avoid travel, and make arrangements for further utility disruptions.
Broad Damage and Emergency Measures
The power cut seems to be impacting homes mainly in the southern region, while agencies report that energy was being restored progressively.
Regional news have indicated that in certain areas homes have lost their roofs, while utility poles and vegetation have been toppled by the winds.
Within the capital, a individual was killed after being hit by a wooden fragment at a frequent walking route on Tuesday.
Also in the capital, a woman was blown onto approaching vehicles on a thoroughfare by a intensive burst, in a moment that was recorded in a popular vehicle recording.
Air travel entering and leaving the urban area have been suspended due to the gusts, and various routes and public facilities are not operating.
At the same time Canterbury officials have declared a state of emergency, to assist recovery activities.
Strike Action During Extreme Weather
These intense gusts on today coincide with numerous of educators, medical professionals and government employees are participating in what has been called a "significant labor action", demanding improved salaries and workplace environments.
Yet the intense climate has forced them to change some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings shifted to interior venues or called off.
Like conditions are impacting Australia, causing a high-temperature event to the nation's interior regions.
Officials have announced burning restrictions for fear of bushfires.
