Intense gales hitting velocities of up to 155km/h (96mph) have left around 90,000 homes lacking electricity and compelled authorities to halt in excess of 100 air travel services, according to regional news sources.
The gales are impacting the whole southern region and southern sections of the North Island, according to the country's meteorological service.
The nation's agencies have released infrequent severe gust advisories - the top caution category - in key areas including Wellington and Canterbury.
People have been urged to stay indoors, refrain from journeys, and prepare for more utility disruptions.
Widespread Damage and Emergency Measures
The electricity loss appears to be affecting residences mainly in the southern region, although authorities state that energy was being restored progressively.
Regional news have indicated that in some places structures have suffered roof damage, while trees and electricity poles have been brought down by the gales.
Within the capital, a person was lost his life after being struck by a tree branch at a well-known hiking path on earlier this week.
Additionally in the city, a female was swept into moving cars on a thoroughfare by a intensive burst, in a incident that was captured in a widely shared car camera footage.
Aircraft services to and from the city have been suspended as a result of the gusts, whereas some roads and libraries are shut down.
Simultaneously Canterbury officials have announced a state of emergency, to assist emergency management operations.
Labor Protests Amid Extreme Weather
The powerful gales on Thursday come as numerous of teachers, doctors and other public workers are engaged in what has been termed a "significant labor action", demanding improved salaries and workplace environments.
However the severe conditions has pressured them to modify some of their plans, with various open-air gatherings shifted to interior venues or cancelled.
Like conditions are also sweeping Australia, ushering in a high-temperature event to the nation's interior regions.
Officials have declared burning restrictions for concern about forest fires.
