An investigation will be launched into the causes of a fire at the Waipukurau refuse station, as well as the extent of the damage.
Central Hawke's Bay District Council chief executive Monique Davidson , said a council-led investigation will begin on Monday.
"We are hoping that we may be able to reopen the transfer station next Monday, but we don't want to rush that."
She said no buildings were damaged in the fire, which broke out on Friday afternoon, although one vehicle was damaged.
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