# ORCA Project Closes Doors for Disabled Youth

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Podcast: [Brisbane News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/brisbane-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7581033)
Published: 2026-06-21T20:02:24+00:00
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## Resource

Wesley Mission Queensland is shutting down its acclaimed ORCA Project — a lifeline for 90 young people with disabilities last year, connecting them to 300+ real work placements — citing the ever-more complex NDIS landscape as the reason. Families are heartbroken, especially after programs like ORCA helped kids like a young autistic man dream of data security careers. With no clear replacement and alternatives often costlier and less robust, the closure leaves many scrambling — even as NDIS claims to empower choice, the loss of this vital bridge to work feels devastating and deeply uncertain. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0cd4cf40dbc91ceb

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