86K views · 460 reactions | 掠 Would you try the hot sauce guaranteed to knock rodeo-goers over in 8 seconds or less? These punters gave the Isa Rodeo Hot Chilli Wing challenge a go!   Listen to ABC North West QLD: https://ab.co/3mRJWAn  Subscribe to our weekly newsletter here, by selecting ABC North West Queensland: https://ab.co/NorthWestNewsletter | ABC North West Queensland | Facebook

Pacific pageants have evolved from ‘male-gaze’ competitions into spaces of empowerment. Pacific women wear their cultures with pride, challenge old stereotypes, and redefine what beauty means in our region. But controversies still linger with accusations of bullying, colourism and rigging. The Pacific’s full length beauty pageant special is available on ABC iView. | ABC Pacific