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Wellington specialist GP Richard Tyler died after apparently being struck by a falling tree branch during high winds in the capital, according to a health website.

Several public sector unions say Thursday's mega strike will go ahead, though severe weather has forced some rallies indoors.

The Labour Party is concerned the Public Service Commissioner is acting in an "overly politicised way", as teachers and health workers prepare for a 'mega strike' this week.

Fire officials are warning of an elevated fire danger in many areas, including Southland, as ongoing wild spring weather hammers the country.

High winds are making life difficult for campervan drivers in Canterbury, where two of the vehicles have rolled today.

An Auckland man controlled two teenagers "as if they were his property", put them to work and kept their money, a jury has been told.