In Australia we don't have to giveway to pedestians unless there is a crossing for them (Zebra, traffic lights, schools etc). Though many do anyway out of courtesy (especially for the elderly or diabled)
If I am driving down a residential zone( or any without a specified crossing) and want to turn left I don't have to giveway to a ped who wants to cross (hasnt started yet), though as a driver I am always anticipating the ones that daydreaming . When I am a ped I am always fully aware of traffic and am happy to give way to them, I like to keep clear of those 1000kg+ missiles. Also even if the ped is in the right........ I would rather yell at the driver on the side of the road then be pushing daisys.