NSW GOVERNMENT 7. Why is it important to interpret/read a piece of legislation using the individual sections (including the purpose/objectives, definitions/interpretation, headings and notes) and the legislation as a whole? Provide an example from the Property and Stock Agents Act 2002 (NSW), that would demonstrate the importance of reading the 'Definitions' section of the act, as well as another relevant section of the act. 8. Why are some pieces of legislation related to other pieces of legislation? Give an example