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Hey mastazee,
I usually do use their water, and I know of few others that do. One of my friends that works their says its fine - just a bit high in phosphates. So, I would run a phosphate remover if you're having problems with algae. That said, some of the guys that use it don't have any issues.
I wouldnt be able to afford this hobby if I bought my own salt.
Where do you live? If you're near a clean beach like llandudno then I would say rather get water their. I even get from hout bay sometimes and I havent had a problem. I just collect away from the river mouth and the harbour.

Did you know that brown stuff on your rock is a form of Encrusting Montipora SPS coral? We have the exact same stuff in our cube at the office and it has started growing very quickly! Lots of polyp extension and every now and again it lets off a plastic like film from the coral.
that tree is freaken amazing man, really adds a zest to the tank, its like an bonsai for a tank....