Malaysia Day Power boat race

Date taken 15 Sept'16

The Kampung Jepak fishing village is seen at the far background, with spectators watching on the Bintulu town side of the Kemena River.

Date taken 15 Sept'16

Date taken 15 Sept'16

This year, the Malaysia Day celebration (national level) is held again in Bintulu.  As a sideline attraction,  power boat and long boat races were held for two days beginning 15th September.  The race is held at the Kemena River with competitors coming as far as Brunei.  The pictures above show  a power boat race in action for 30 hp (horse power engine) tunnel boat category.