Deakin, 20, is facing 10 charges, including the alleged stabbing of his grandparents Gail and Thomas Winner at their home in East St, Bega, and allegedly attacking former police officer Mick Horne, 54, with a hammer during an alleged carjacking on Sapphire Coast Dr on June 1.

Both Ms Winner and Mr Horne died as a result of their injuries.

Deakin is also facing two charges of wounding with intent to murder, and assaulting police causing actual bodily harm.

He did not appear in person or via Audio Visual Link at Bega Local Court on Tuesday, August 28.

Police prosecutors told Magistrate Michelle Goodwin their brief of evidence was now “sufficient” to proceed with the case.

Deakin was again represented by solicitor Dominique Rideaux, who appeared as an agent on behalf of top Sydney defence lawyer Gregory J Goold, who was also not present in court.

“It would take a lot to get him [Goold] out to the country,” Magistrate Goodwin said.

Bail was not applied for and was formally refused.

Magistrate Goodwin adjourned the matter to Bega Local Court on Tuesday, October 23.