Allie Novak

Allie Novak
Wentworth character
Allie in First Blood
First appearance	"First Blood" 10 May 2016
Portrayed by	Kate Jenkinson
Duration	2016-
Information
Occupation	Prostitute
Affiliation	Kaz Proctor
Significant other(s)	Bea Smith

Allie Novak is a fictional character from the Australian drama series Wentworth, played by Kate Jenkinson. She made her first appearance during the fourth season episode titled, "First Blood", broadcast on 10 May 2016. The character was introduced as a new prison inmate and friend of Kaz Proctor (Tammy Macintosh), participating in their vigilante group, which has a vested interest in protecting women. One story writers developed for Allie was a romance with then-central character Bea Smith (Danielle Cormack), a pairing that television critic Elaine Atwell of After Ellen has praised.

Kate Jenkinson had wanted a role in Wentworth since she had started watching the show while sick with the flu. Jenkinson recalled that when her agent contacted her informing her of the role in Wentworth, she replied "well it's mine". The actress has stated that "playing a character so “damaged and broken and colourful” is a responsibility she takes seriously." Jenkinson decided to research her role by seeking out women similar to her character. Her search led her to women's outreach centers, where residents shared their own experiences and advice.

The sentence is Allie's second prison term. She had previously been incarcerated for assault. But despite this charge, the character is not "flustered" and actually brings "a warm and disarming wit" to the show. Jenkinson told David Knox of TV Tonight that "what really attracted me to her as a person and character was this endless positivity and optimistic outlook on life. Perhaps that comes from having experienced the worst that life has to offer. She has the attitude that things can only get better." Additionally, Allie was billed as "an ice-addicted prostitute with a warm and engaging wit."

Allie approaches Bea Smith (Danielle Cormack) to arrange a meeting with Kaz. Maxine Conway (Socratis Otto) warns her that Bea is in charge. Allie witnesses Maxine beating up another prisoner under Bea's orders. Allie stares at Bea's body in the shower which causes a bloody fight. Governor Vera Bennet (Kate Atkinson) does not support her inmates request of conjugal visits. Allie takes part in a nude protest against her decision. Allie asks Bea for a haircut to spend time with her.